Weekend Christmas Deliveries Return to Australia Post
Australia Post reinstates weekend delivery services across metro areas until Christmas to handle holiday parcel volumes. Get your gifts sent by key December dates.
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Joondalup Council Faces $20M Budget Shortfall
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.
Cairns waste costs surge 20% with new levy
Cairns residents face 20% waste fee hikes as Queensland's new waste levy takes effect. Learn how this impacts local dumping costs and council budgets.
Firefighter Pressure: Beyond Gratitude to Real Support
Former firefighter John Marsh's experience reveals the immense pressure facing firefighters. Discover why they deserve more than just gratitude and what real support looks like.
Virtual Kids ED Expands Across Western Australia
Western Australia expands virtual emergency service for children, giving parents more options to avoid busy EDs. Learn how this initiative is transforming pediatric care.
Demolition company fined $20k for illegal waste dumping
A Geelong demolition company has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for illegally dumping and burning construction waste in Charlemont. Learn about the environmental consequences.
Australia's New Crypto Licensing Rules for 2025
Australia introduces comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations requiring digital asset platforms to obtain financial services licenses, balancing privacy and compliance while bitcoin trades near $105,000.
Cairns pie prices rising due to increased waste fees
Cairns bakeries face profit squeeze from council waste charges, forcing potential pie price hikes. Local businesses struggle with rising operational costs.
Dental vans deliver care to remote Cape York
Queensland Health deploys mobile dental clinics to overcome geographical barriers in Cape York while fluoride debate continues affecting oral health outcomes.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Perth's 5-year paediatric waitlist crisis deepens
WA families face heartbreaking delays of up to five years for autism and ADHD diagnoses, leaving children without vital support. Discover the systemic failures and community-led solutions.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
Atherton Hospital redevelopment enters final stage
The $42.4 million Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches its final construction phase, delivering enhanced healthcare services for Far North Queensland communities by mid-2024.
Bedford Saved: All Jobs Protected in Landmark Deal
Hundreds of jobs secured as The Disability Trust is named preferred buyer for Bedford, South Australia's second-largest disability employer. No job losses expected.
Newcastle's 24/7 Vet Hospital Expands to New Facility
The Animal Referral and Emergency Centre in Broadmeadow opens a new, larger 24-hour veterinary hospital on November 19, featuring advanced CT scanning and hydrotherapy.
Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
Sustainable Christmas: Close the Recycling Loop
Transform your Christmas traditions with circular economy principles. Discover how to reduce waste while creating meaningful holiday memories this festive season.
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.
Hunter recycling plant plans 400% growth expansion
Kurri Kurri recycling facility seeks to expand operations by 400%, processing 450,000 tonnes annually and creating significant employment opportunities in the Hunter region.
Car Crash Sparks Major Emergency Response in Barwon Heads
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash, closing the road for hours. Multiple agencies responded to the incident that required extensive rescue operations.
MAG Welding Services Finalist in Canberra Business Awards
MAG Welding Services celebrates being named finalist in Service and Trade category while owner Jacqueline Taylor contends for Business Person of the Year at 2025 Canberra Region Local Business Awards.
Car Mechanical Services: 2025 Award Finalists
Car Mechanical Services is revolutionising the auto industry with its commitment to inclusion, sustainability, and empowering women in trades. Discover how they're setting new standards.
Illawarra named top 10 pet-friendly hotspot in Australia
The Wollongong and Illawarra region has secured a top 10 ranking for pet-friendliness, boasting excellent veterinary services, dog parks, and community support. Discover what makes this region a paradise for pet owners.
New mobile health clinic brings specialist care to WA
Heart of Australia's HEART 7 mobile clinic begins service in remote Western Australia, providing life-saving lung cancer screenings and specialist healthcare to regional communities.
Emergency Crews Respond to Barwon Heads Road Crash
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash. Multiple units responded to the incident causing significant traffic delays. Read the latest updates.
Truck Driver Airlifted After Balonne Highway Crash
A truck driver has been flown to Roma Hospital following a serious single-vehicle crash on the Balonne Highway. Emergency services responded to the incident near St George.
WA Prison Guards Give Explicit Colouring Books
Sympathetic guards at Melaleuca Women's Prison provided sexually explicit colouring books to female inmates, sparking a major investigation into staff misconduct.
Portarlington vet expands practice to international stage
Portarlington veterinarian Will Maginness expands his practice internationally, bringing Australian veterinary expertise to global animal care. Discover how this local hero helps man's best friend worldwide.
APM Posts First Results Since $1.3B Privatisation
APM Human Services reports strong first results since $1.3 billion privatisation. Revenue climbs as employment services demand grows across Australia.
Kwinana Waste to Energy Plant Opens After 7 Years
Australia's first major waste-to-energy plant opens in Kwinana, set to burn 460,000 tonnes of waste yearly and power 50,000 homes. Discover the challenges behind this $750m project.
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