Torquay councillor's WA move fails pub test
Surf Coast councillor Kate Gazzard faces criticism after moving to Western Australia while representing Torquay ward. Locals question her ability to serve effectively from across the country.
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E-bikes and protests divide Newcastle community
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
WA Councils Face $3B Asbestos Crisis
Western Australian councils confront a $3 billion asbestos removal bill. Alison Xamon argues ratepayers shouldn't foot this massive environmental cleanup cost.
WA Closes Loophole For Church Abuse Liability
The Cook Government introduces landmark legislation to close a legal loophole that allowed churches to avoid liability for paedophile priests, hailed as a brave step for survivors.
SA ill-prepared for algal bloom disaster: report
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
ACT Government Withholds MyWay+ Payment
The ACT government has halted payment on the troubled $64 million MyWay+ ticketing system and is seeking legal advice over contract compliance issues following a damning report.
Aussie Councils Reinvent Local Government Beyond Basic Services
Australian local governments are dramatically expanding their role, moving far beyond traditional services to become key players in community wellbeing, economic development, and digital innovation.
Housing Authority's Annual Audit Failure Continues
Western Australia's Housing Authority faces scrutiny as it fails yet another financial audit, raising serious questions about financial management and accountability in the state's public housing system.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
WA Labor revolt over mining sexual harassment failures
Western Australia's Labor government confronts mounting internal pressure as mining companies show disappointing uptake of crucial sexual harassment program, sparking outrage among party members.
Wayde Peterson Named Shellharbour Council CEO
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's Townsville Council Audit Faces Legal Hurdles
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.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
New Welfare Laws Alarm Human Rights Experts
Controversial new legislation gives the Australian government unprecedented powers to suspend welfare payments, raising serious human rights concerns among legal experts and advocates.
Cockburn councillor survives removal push in close vote
Former City of Cockburn deputy mayor Chontelle Stone has narrowly survived a controversial push to remove her from council, with the motion failing in a tense 6-5 vote that exposed deep divisions within the local government.
WA Government Acts on Hospital Crisis After Dangerous Conditions
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
WA Police Complex Axed: Health Reason or Political Move?
WA Premier Roger Cook cites health reasons for scrapping the $500M police complex, but critics question the timing and lack of medical evidence. Discover the political chess game unfolding in Western Australia.
WA firefighters reject government's pay offer as 'disappointing'
Western Australia's firefighters union has knocked back the state government's latest wage proposal, calling the offer 'disappointing' as industrial tensions escalate.
ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags
The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.
Council rethinks cemetery policy after community backlash
Cassowary Coast Council pauses controversial cemetery bylaw changes following strong resident opposition. Council seeks more community consultation on burial arrangements.
WA's GST Fight: PM Backs Fair Share But Battle Continues
Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti reveals the ongoing struggle to maintain fair GST distribution despite Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's support. Discover why WA's fight for financial fairness continues.
$600k boost to fix Perth's builder shortage crisis
The McGowan government is throwing a $600,000 lifeline to housing industry groups in a bold move to combat Perth's severe builder shortage and accelerate construction across Western Australia.
Australia's New Social Media Age Law Protects Kids
Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation requiring parental consent for under-16s on social media platforms, with age verification technology and hefty penalties for non-compliance.
SA Water Testing Failures: Algal Bloom Crisis Exposed
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.
Australia's Climate Plan B If Global Talks Fail
Exclusive insight reveals Australia is developing contingency climate strategies as global negotiations face potential collapse. Discover the backup plans being crafted behind closed doors.
Government Overreach: Australia's Dangerous Intervention Trend
Experts warn that increasing government intervention in Australian business and daily life threatens economic freedom and could have serious consequences for our future prosperity.
WA Labor's risky pet projects waste taxpayer millions
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?
Labor Faces Mounting Pressure on Economic Management
The Albanese government faces mounting pressure to deliver concrete economic solutions as Australians grapple with cost-of-living pressures and business confidence wavers.
Eagles' Western suffers ACL injury before finals
In a cruel twist of fate, West Coast Eagles forward Mikayla Western has torn her ACL just days before the club's historic first AFLW finals appearance, leaving teammates and fans heartbroken.
Ex-Cambridge Mayor Loses Misconduct Appeal
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.
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