Cairns Council signs $90m garbage contract
Cairns Regional Council has finalised a new 10-year, $90 million waste collection contract with Cleanaway. The deal promises improved services and new jobs for the region.
Cairns Regional Council has finalised a new 10-year, $90 million waste collection contract with Cleanaway. The deal promises improved services and new jobs for the region.
A bizarre hoax call in Grovedale sparked a major emergency response, wasting critical police and ambulance resources. Authorities are urging the public to report responsibly.
Mount Molloy residents are forced onto bottled water after their town supply runs dry. Council scrambles to fix the critical infrastructure failure. Read the latest on this Far North Queensland crisis.
New data reveals Western Australia's regional schools have the nation's worst attendance rates, with a rise in school refusal post-COVID. Discover the figures and expert analysis.
While Adelaide thrives, South Australia's regional economies, particularly the Murraylands, are being left behind. InDaily investigates the growing city-country divide.
Perth shoppers can finally experience Victoria's Secret magic as the iconic lingerie and beauty retailer opens its first Western Australian store at Karrinyup Shopping Centre on December 12, just in time for Christmas.
Parents get first look at Thornton Public School's major redevelopment, featuring 16 new classrooms and a library, set to double capacity by 2028 as part of a $2.1bn regional NSW schools upgrade.
Geelong's property market finishes November strong with multiple million-dollar sales. Discover which suburbs performed best and what's driving the surge.
The Hunter region faces a critical jobs shortage despite low unemployment. Professor Phillip O'Neill reveals why generating 37,000 new positions is essential to avoid becoming another 'place left behind'.
Discover how choosing local shops this festive season directly invests in your community's future, supports jobs, and keeps your main street vibrant.
Ten Hunter Valley schools get upgraded bus services after years of complaints. Better timing, coverage and safety for students in growing areas like Huntlee and Branxton.
Mindarie Regional Council submits crucial applications to close Tamala Park landfill by 2028-29, addressing leachate management and odour control for northern suburbs residents.
A Whittington man faces 32 criminal charges after police uncovered multiple firearms during a Geelong property raid. Read the latest on this major police operation.
The Queensland Reconstruction Authority launches investigation into Cairns Regional Council's handling of cyclone recovery funds. Stay informed about the audit findings.
New legislation requires major telecommunications providers to deliver comprehensive mobile coverage across Australia, eliminating connectivity black spots nationwide.
Discover Wildergreen Moama, a revolutionary lifestyle precinct on the NSW-Victoria border featuring Embr restaurant, The Playground bar, and Treehouse kids' zone. Your perfect regional escape awaits!
Discover Wildergreen, the groundbreaking lifestyle precinct on the NSW-Victoria border featuring Embr restaurant and Treehouse kids' zone. Perfect country escape just hours from Melbourne and Sydney.
A stunning multi-level residence at 28 Light Street, Bar Beach, hits the market. This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home combines contemporary design with absolute privacy, just minutes from the beach.
Cairns economy surges ahead of Queensland and national averages in 2025, driven by tourism boom and infrastructure investment. Regional economist reveals stunning growth figures.
Charming NSW town Bungendore faces 65% crime increase with no permanent police presence. Arson, vandalism and theft plague the tourism award winner. Read the shocking details.
The Illawarra region has no affordable rental postcodes left, with essential workers and pensioners facing severe housing stress. Discover the full impact of the rental crisis.
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
Townsville's property market demonstrated robust activity with multiple successful auctions and private sales. Discover which suburbs performed best in our comprehensive market analysis.
A man has died after being struck by a car at a Brooklyn intersection early Saturday morning. Police are investigating as Victoria's road toll reaches 256 deaths this year.
Townsville's Perc Tucker Regional Gallery announces its final 2025 exhibition, 'A Fitting Conclusion,' celebrating local artists before major redevelopment. Discover this cultural milestone.
Discover the winners of the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards, celebrating record-breaking innovation and export success from regional NSW manufacturers. Learn how local companies are competing globally.
The Geelong Advertiser marks 185 years of documenting Geelong's transformation from colonial settlement to modern city. Discover how this newspaper witnessed history unfold.
A Highgate woman faces corruption charges for allegedly misusing regional shire funds. Learn about the investigation and potential consequences.
Sunshine Coast Airport's major Gateway Precinct approved, featuring hotel, retail and services. Set to boost tourism and create thousands of jobs ahead of 2032 Olympics.
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.