Parents frustrated over school asbestos clean-up delays
Ngunnawal Primary School parents express anxiety over dynamic asbestos clean-up schedule. Education officials admit communication failures as families struggle with last-minute closures.
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Geelong Business Liquidations Spike in November
Eight Geelong-area businesses entered liquidation in November 2023, highlighting local economic pressures. Discover which companies were affected and what it means for the region.
Canberra schools reopen after asbestos sand recall
ACT Education Minister announces additional Canberra schools reopening Thursday after asbestos-contaminated sand removal. Get the latest updates and full school status list.
Canberra's Olympic swimming dream sinks amid pool closures
Canberra's Olympic swimming pipeline faces crisis as two 50m pools face uncertain future. Swimming Australia warns the ACT needs proper facilities to develop future champions.
ACT Schools Asbestos Cleanup: 11 Still Closed
Asbestos contamination in coloured sand keeps 11 ACT public schools closed. Licensed removalists work around the clock as reopening timeline remains uncertain. Full details.
ACT asbestos school closures spark parent anger
ACT parents express fury over government's handling of asbestos contamination in schools, citing confused messaging and unnecessary mass closures. Minister Yvette Berry under fire.
ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
Canberra school closures update for November 19
Education Minister Yvette Berry updates Canberra school closures as asbestos removal continues. Get the latest list of open and closed schools for Wednesday, November 19.
ACT School Closures: Asbestos Crisis Day 3
Asbestos-contaminated sand forces ACT school closures for a third day. 25 schools fully closed, 16 partially. Get the full list of impacted schools and updates.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Sand Cause Chaos
Mass ACT school closures over asbestos-tainted sand create parent chaos. Why did Canberra act alone when other states kept schools open? Full analysis inside.
ACT Schools Reopen After Asbestos Sand Scare
Canberra parents check which schools are open Tuesday after asbestos found in decorative sand. Full list of closures and partial openings revealed.
Magic Sand Chaos: Canberra Schools Closed Over Asbestos
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
Westpac vows no regional branch closures until 2030
Westpac promises to keep all regional branches open until at least 2030, ensuring continued banking services for rural communities across Australia.
Asbestos in Sand Forces Adelaide School Closures
Multiple Adelaide schools closed after asbestos found in sand. Health authorities investigating potential exposure. Parents urged to monitor children for symptoms.
Asbestos in Coloured Sand Closes Schools
Nationwide alert as asbestos-contaminated coloured sand sparks school and childcare closures. Learn which products are affected and the safety steps to take.
ACT School Closures Over Asbestos Scare
ACT government defends sudden public school closures amid asbestos concerns in children's sand. Parents scramble as testing continues. Will schools reopen Monday?
Asbestos scare closes Canberra public schools
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Fremantle Library Plans New Mobile Service
Fremantle Library is launching a pilot mobile library service to bring books and resources directly to residents. The initiative aims to improve community access and support.
Shark Sightings Close Perth Beaches
Two popular Perth beaches were temporarily closed after multiple shark sightings off the coast. Authorities urge swimmers to stay vigilant and check SharkSmart for updates.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
Geelong Business Liquidations Revealed
Multiple Geelong businesses face liquidation in November. Discover which companies are affected and what this means for the local economy. Read the full report.
Crash blocks Kwinana Freeway lanes in Como
A silver sedan crashed into Kwinana Freeway barricades in Como, blocking left lanes and scattering debris. Motorists face significant delays - avoid the area if possible.
Protests planned for Tony Abbott Geelong Library event
Geelong Library defends hosting former PM Tony Abbott amid planned protests. Event scheduled for May 22 sparks community division and free speech debate.
Ocean Grove Library flooded in severe weather event
Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding at Ocean Grove Library, forcing its temporary closure and damaging books and equipment. The community rallies as staff assess the extensive water damage.
Charters Towers Business Crisis: November Liquidations Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking number of companies facing liquidation in Charters Towers during November, exposing the economic challenges facing regional Queensland businesses.
Geelong businesses hit by liquidation wave
Exclusive investigation reveals multiple Geelong-area businesses have entered liquidation in November, highlighting economic pressures facing local enterprises.
Toxic Algae Neurotoxin Found on SA Beaches
Exclusive testing reveals dangerous neurotoxins in South Australia's algal blooms, prompting urgent health warnings and beach closures across multiple coastal communities.
Cedric Street Off-Ramp Closes Permanently in Perth
A significant traffic change is underway in Perth's northern suburbs as the Stephenson Avenue extension nears completion, bringing both disruption and long-term improvements.
Newcastle Crash Creates Traffic Chaos on Industrial Drive
Major delays hit Newcastle's southbound traffic after serious crash on Industrial Drive. Emergency services on scene causing significant disruptions for afternoon commuters.
Cash Decline & Bank Closures Deepen Financial Hardship
AFCA chief David Locke reveals how the rapid decline of cash and bank branch closures are creating severe financial hardship across Australia, hitting vulnerable communities hardest.
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