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.
A South Australian tourist park's decision to rebrand as an adults-only 'peaceful sanctuary' has ignited fierce online discussion. Discover why owners made the switch and the growing trend for child-free travel.
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.
The Forrest Beach Hotel and Caravan Park in Hinchinbrook is shutting down, owner Sammy Singh announced. The closure impacts the local community and tourism. Read more about the reasons and what's next.
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.
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.
Caravan parks aren't a compromise holiday. They're a $14 billion portal to simpler times, forging community and driving regional tourism. Discover why Aussies are choosing less to get more.
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.
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue in Cairns, freeing a person trapped inside a severely crushed caravan. Read the full story of the operation.
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.
More than 90 people are displaced after strong winds damaged a crane and power lines on the Gold Coast. An emergency exclusion zone is in place until Tuesday. Read the latest.
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.
Sunshine Coast caravan maker Zone RV collapses, leaving customers owed $18M. New allegations claim the company traded insolvent for over two years. Read the full investigation.
An interim ATSB report into the fatal Rottnest seaplane crash reveals the stall warning horn may have been switched off. The investigation continues into the crash that killed three people in January. Read the latest findings.
G'day Group expands its Queensland portfolio with the multi-million dollar purchase of Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park, promising upgrades and a boost for Far North tourism.
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.
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.
A proposed $10 million cabin and caravan park for Lara faces rejection by City of Greater Geelong officers, citing flooding and planning concerns. Read the full report.
Australian caravan manufacturer Zone RV has collapsed into administration, resulting in 120 job losses. Administrators are now assessing the future of the business. Read the full story.
Documents reveal ASIC was warned Zone RV was trading insolvent in September. The Coolum Beach caravan company's collapse has left customers, including a cancer survivor, out of pocket by hundreds of thousands of dollars just before Christmas.
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.