Christmas bin collection changes for Illawarra
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
OzHarvest chef reveals 5 simple tips to reduce festive food waste, saving households money and keeping edible food out of landfill. Learn how to transform leftovers and use ingredients fully.
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Cairns enjoys a perfect sunny day with a top of 27C and light winds. Get the full forecast, UV index, and tide times for your Thursday plans.
A full summary of Friday's proceedings at the Cairns Magistrates Court, including charges of drink driving, assault, and drug possession. Read the latest local legal outcomes.
A push to conceal large skip bins from public view in the City of Canning has been rejected by council. The on-call service sees 1500 bins used monthly. Read the debate.
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
A summary of all matters heard at the Cairns Magistrates Court on Wednesday, December 17. Details include drink driving, assault, and property damage charges.
A detailed look at the cases heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Tuesday, December 16, including traffic violations, drug possession, and theft. Discover the outcomes and legal proceedings.
Cairns faces a high chance of showers and a possible afternoon thunderstorm today. Get the full forecast, including temperatures and UV index, to plan your day.
A major shift is underway as Australians abandon supermarkets for direct farm purchases. New data reveals a crisis of confidence in food origin, quality, and waste. Discover the sustainable alternatives.
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.
The Albanese government eyes Newcastle for new publicly-funded bulk-billing GP clinics to combat rising gap fees. Will this market shake-up improve healthcare access?
The City of Cockburn will maintain lower-than-recommended fees for developers to stimulate local growth. Key decision made in a swift five-minute council meeting. Read the full details.
Revelations of 'eye-watering' travel bills for public officials, including $20,000 trips to inspect hotel beds, expose a culture of entitlement as households struggle. Read the full investigation.
Cairns enjoys a perfect sunny day with a top of 28°C and light winds. Get the full forecast, including UV and tide times, for planning your outdoor activities.
The Minns government announces a new internal locum agency and central workforce unit to address roster chaos and skyrocketing staffing costs in NSW hospitals, following a special inquiry.
Most Canberra non-government schools have raised fees by 5-10% for 2026, with Radford College imposing a 23% increase. Explore the data and reasons behind the hikes.
Cairns faces a partly cloudy day with high humidity, showers, and a chance of a thunderstorm. Get the full forecast and details on the week ahead.
Darrell Charles Clarke was arrested at a Stuart waste facility after fleeing police. The 39-year-old faces multiple charges including dangerous driving. Read the full story.
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.
Cairns residents can expect a humid day with showers, a possible thunderstorm, and a top of 31°C. Get the full forecast and UV warning details here.
Cairns Showgrounds precinct targeted in a spate of thefts over weeks. Police investigate as community groups report stolen equipment. Read the latest details.
Cairns property market shows robust activity with multiple successful auctions and private sales recorded in late November. Discover which suburbs performed best.
Australians are paying thousands in hidden convenience fees annually. Financial expert Chris Foster-Ramsay reveals how small charges impact family budgets and shares money-saving strategies.
Mindarie Regional Council submits crucial applications to close Tamala Park landfill by 2028-29, addressing leachate management and odour control for northern suburbs residents.
Ponant's 2024 Sustainability Report reveals a 14% drop in CO2 emissions and zero single-use plastics. Discover their path to net zero by 2050.
Cairns residents can expect mostly cloudy conditions today with a potential afternoon shower. Maximum temperature reaches 28°C with light winds. Stay updated with local forecasts.
City of Cockburn considers significant increases to infrastructure contributions for developers, potentially adding thousands to project costs. Learn how this affects local development.
Surf Coast Shire confronts a $12 million rehabilitation bill for the Anglesea tip site. Council explores funding options as community awaits solutions. Read more.