Parking fee revenue at Wollongong Hospital skyrocketed by 80% last financial year, reaching $3.48 million. Discover the reasons behind the surge and what it means for patients, visitors, and staff.
Motorists in Torquay are being hit with fines due to unclear street parking signage. Discover the affected streets and how to avoid a penalty.
Wollongong City Council will deploy surveillance cars to monitor timed parking zones from February 2026, replacing manual tyre chalking. The one-year trial aims to improve efficiency and turnover in high-demand areas.
A new survey reveals why locals steer clear of Cairns CBD. Parking headaches, safety concerns, and high costs top the list. Discover the full story and what it means for the city's future.
Exclusive data reveals foreign embassies and diplomats in Canberra have failed to pay more than $63,000 in traffic fines, with speeding in school zones among the offences. Discover which nations are on the list.
West Australians are urged to search for their share of a $190 million pool of unclaimed cash held by the state government. Find out how to claim forgotten funds today.
Revenue NSW is holding nearly $300 million in unclaimed funds from old cheques, dividends, and overpayments. Find out if you're owed money with a simple online search.
Cairns business leaders identify safety, parking, and infrastructure as the CBD's critical challenges. Discover the urgent calls for action to revitalise the city's heart.
A German bank robber, caught on camera paying for parking just after a massive $50 million heist, has stunned authorities. Discover the bizarre details of this audacious crime.
Canberra Raiders fans paid a heavy price for the team's 2025 success, with parking fines near Bruce stadium hitting a four-year high of $231,000. Discover the ACT's parking fine hotspots.
Townsville City Council launches free shuttle buses for Sound on the Strand festivalgoers to tackle the notorious parking nightmare. Plan your trip now!
A terminally ill woman with a visible disability permit was shamed with a nasty note at a Sydney surf club. Her husband demands action as the club investigates the shocking incident.
A Canberra resident battles a bogus $141 parking fine after a single-letter typo on a number plate. Discover the widespread issue of withdrawn infringements in the ACT.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on Bondi tragedy heroes, inclusive toilets, climate action, and local parking woes. Read diverse community opinions.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
New AAMI data exposes Perth's most dangerous shopping centre carparks this Christmas. Innaloo tops the list. Learn the risky times and how to avoid a costly prang.
Hunter Valley residents could find a surprise cash boost, with over $14.2 million in unclaimed money held by Revenue NSW. Check now to see if you're owed funds.
WA Transport Minister Reece Whitby commits to clear reporting on how Perth's CBD parking levy funds are spent, addressing long-standing 'slush fund' criticisms. Read the details.
Perth's CBD parking levy raises over $60 million annually, but a lack of transparency on its spending is fuelling public frustration. Clarity on fund allocation is now essential.
WA's Property Council erupts over a new $300 million CBD parking tax, warning it will cripple Perth's economic recovery and hurt workers. Read the full details.
The ACT's $137.8m Commonwealth Park aquatic centre faces a critical design choice: allocate precious land and funds for car parking or prioritise community facilities and public transport access.
Western Australia's stamp duty revenue has surged to $1.2 billion, far exceeding forecasts. This windfall highlights the urgent need for broader state tax reform to create a fairer and more stable system. Read the full analysis.
The WA government is collecting a $1 billion stamp duty windfall as a housing mobility crisis locks people in place. Discover the impact on homeowners and the call for tax reform.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
A year after Canberra's troubled switch to MyWay+, $8.9 million of passenger cash remains stranded in the old system. Discover the fallout from the 'significant failure' and what's being done.
Cricket Australia faces a $3 million revenue loss after the Perth Ashes Test ended in two days. Record crowds and TV ratings couldn't offset the financial blow. Details inside.
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
Byron Shire Council considers major parking reforms targeting boats and caravans. New rules could limit stays to 28 days. Read the latest details.
Byron Shire Council proposes tough new parking restrictions targeting boats, caravans and trailers clogging residential streets. Find out how this affects residents.
The City of Cockburn revises its budget surplus down by $102,000 due to unforeseen expenses for Omeo Park toilet cleaning, signage, and consultants. Discover the financial impact.