Townsville councillor fights false tender breach claims
Townsville councillor Suzy Batkovic refutes inaccurate reporting about council's tender regulation breach. Get the verified facts about this developing story.
Townsville councillor Suzy Batkovic refutes inaccurate reporting about council's tender regulation breach. Get the verified facts about this developing story.
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Townsville's mayor-elect Nick Dametto challenges government's intersection plan, demanding real funding commitment for North Queensland road safety.
Townsville candidate Troy Thompson seeks urgent court intervention after thousands were locked out of electoral office. Read the latest developments in this electoral access dispute.
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Federal government requires contractors to disclose AI use in public service work. New plan includes AI chatbot, training and accountability measures to harness technology safely.
Queensland's Minister Di Farmer refutes allegations of inhumane conditions at Cleveland Youth Detention Centre, defending staff and facility management. Read the full investigation.
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Shellharbour Council has appointed Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience and fresh leadership to the region. Discover what this means for the community.
Ex-mayor Jenny Hill's push for a comprehensive audit of Townsville Council operations encounters significant legal and procedural obstacles that could derail the investigation.
Townsville residents are being urged to contact election officials immediately if they haven't received their mayoral ballot papers, as concerns grow about voting accessibility in the local government elections.
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Katter's Australian Party candidate Nick Dametto defends his controversial position on council funding for Pride events, sparking heated debate in Townsville's local government race.
Cassowary Coast Council pauses controversial cemetery bylaw changes following strong resident opposition. Council seeks more community consultation on burial arrangements.
The North Queensland Cowboys have secured their third Queensland Cup feeder club, strengthening their development pathway and creating new opportunities for emerging rugby league talent across the region.
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Exclusive investigation reveals critical gaps in South Australia's water monitoring system as algal blooms threaten drinking water safety. Government under pressure to explain missed testing protocols.
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The WA Labor government faces fierce criticism for pouring millions into questionable local projects while treating taxpayers with contempt. Are your rates being wasted on political vanity?
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver concrete economic solutions as Australians grapple with cost-of-living pressures and business confidence wavers.
Shellharbour's freshly appointed CEO, Carey McIntyre, has called an extraordinary meeting to tackle urgent council matters, signalling a new era of proactive leadership for the Illawarra region.
The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.
Ex-Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon's attempt to overturn serious misconduct findings has failed after the State Administrative Tribunal dismissed her appeal, cementing the original verdict against the former local government leader.
Cessnock residents face financial strain as council proposes massive 40% rate increase over three years, citing infrastructure costs and financial pressures.
The Australian government's proposed social media ban for under-16s faces major technical hurdles and privacy concerns. Experts reveal why age verification might create more problems than it solves.
Exclusive analysis reveals Australian government spending on external contractors continues to surge, raising questions about public service capacity and budget management.
The Bureau of Meteorology responds to harsh criticism of its controversial website overhaul, defending the $30 million upgrade as essential for Australia's weather forecasting future.