Cottesloe Councillor Quits, May Run in Nedlands
Cottesloe councillor Katy Mason has resigned and is moving to Nedlands. She is considering running in the upcoming Nedlands council election. Read the full story.
Cottesloe councillor Katy Mason has resigned and is moving to Nedlands. She is considering running in the upcoming Nedlands council election. Read the full story.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Private equity specialist Neil MacDonald will lead the $7bn Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility as its new CEO from 2026, focusing on jobs and economic growth. Read more.
Climate activist Tahlia Stolarski admits to spraying paint on Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill's Perth home. The Burrup Hub protester faces sentencing in August. Read the full story.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.
Manly Sea Eagles hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into immediate NRL retirement at age 28 due to repeated concussions. He will transition into a coaching role with the club.
South Australia's corporate landscape sees major changes with new executive appointments at Santos, SA Water, and other top firms. Get the full list of who's moving up the ladder.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
Newcastle deputy lord mayor defends decision to delay Beaumont Street debate as MP calls it 'disappointing'. Read about the political clash over Hamilton's social issues.
Perth's acting CEO resigns after declaring council's workplace culture review unlawful and flawed. Read the explosive details behind the sudden departure.
Newcastle residents demand council action on Beaumont Street anti-social behaviour. Read about the community's frustration and the debate over spending priorities in our latest report.
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Newcastle chef Josh Gregory shares his summer vision for Thermidor with new menus featuring seafood, spritzes and approachable dining. Discover the harbourfront dining experience.
Hundreds of children experienced early Christmas magic at McDonald Jones Stadium during Variety's annual party, featuring Santa, gifts, and inclusive activities for all abilities.
Aguia Resources appoints Tim Hosking as CEO to drive Brazilian phosphate production and Colombian gold revival. First phosphate output expected Q1 2026.
Fleetwood shares hammered as CEO Bruce Nicholson departs immediately. Stock falls 8.4%, company begins search for new leadership. Read the full details.
Irish expat Cal McIlwaine reveals how landing a FIFO job in Western Australia's Pilbara helped him earn over $140,000 in under nine months, funding his travels.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
Mary Wooldridge will not seek reappointment as Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO in 2026. Recruitment begins for new leader to drive gender equality reforms.
Hunter writers are invited to enter the Newcastle Herald's annual short story competition. Inspired by local photographs, entries close December 22, 2025, with great prizes to be won.
City of Newcastle's executive manager Nick Kaiser responds to criticism of community consultation processes, explaining the principles behind transparent engagement.
Join Santa and his elves for Newcastle's magical Christmas tree lighting ceremony on November 28. Enjoy free family activities, festive treats, and live entertainment in Wheeler Place.
Mineral Resources abandons plan to replace CEO Chris Ellison by mid-2026, adopting new three-stage succession strategy without arbitrary deadlines. Read the latest developments.
Joondalup residents face potential service cuts as the city council confronts a $20 million operational deficit. Learn how this budget crisis could impact your community.
Maitland Council expresses disappointment as cruise ships cancel visits following Newcastle's approval of Rising Tide protest, costing local businesses millions.
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.