Newcastle parking fines revenue doubles despite reform
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
Newcastle parking fine revenue hits $7.4 million despite state reforms slashing ticketless fines by 94%. Discover how council finances transformed.
This week in Illawarra courts featured dramatic cases including a drug syndicate member pleading guilty, a chef convicted of rape, and a murder case dismissal due to mental health. Read the full details.
Byron Shire Council considers major parking reforms targeting boats and caravans. New rules could limit stays to 28 days. Read the latest details.
Byron Shire Council proposes tough new parking restrictions targeting boats, caravans and trailers clogging residential streets. Find out how this affects residents.
Hunter New England Health requires financial bailouts as Grattan Institute reveals hospitals are 'held back by bogus budgets'. Discover the systemic funding issues affecting patient care.
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.
The City of Cockburn revises its budget surplus down by $102,000 due to unforeseen expenses for Omeo Park toilet cleaning, signage, and consultants. Discover the financial impact.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Stirling Council proposes a $350,000 temporary overflow car park at Hamersley Golf Course to tackle illegal parking. The 50 new bays will be built on part of the 10th fairway. Read more.
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Cairns bakeries face profit squeeze from council waste charges, forcing potential pie price hikes. Local businesses struggle with rising operational costs.
University Hospital Geelong faces legal action after a woman died from alleged catheter perforation. Family seeks justice for medical negligence that cost a life.
Wollongong beachgoers get 43 new parking spaces at South Beach just in time for summer. Council urges use of buses and active transport for easier access.
King Edward Memorial Hospital pioneers revolutionary skin monitoring technology for premature infants, potentially transforming neonatal care standards across Australia.
The $42.4 million Atherton Hospital redevelopment reaches its final construction phase, delivering enhanced healthcare services for Far North Queensland communities by mid-2024.
A 10-week-old baby was miraculously saved by LifeFlight after a serious car crash in Queensland. Discover how the rescue crew flew 350km to get him the urgent care he needed.
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
Thousands lined the M1 to cheer the 2025 Illawarra Convoy, a massive truck procession that has raised over $27 million since 2005 for families facing life-threatening illnesses.
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.
An Adelaide mother spent over $50k fighting a $107 double parking fine. After a four-year legal battle, the Court of Appeal ruled in her favour. Discover her incredible story.
Emergency department beds temporarily closed at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital as urgent repairs continue on burst sewage pipe. Patient services affected during essential infrastructure works.
A major sewage spill, believed to be sabotage by a disgruntled patient, caused chaos at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. Emergency bays were closed for a lengthy clean-up. Download the app for more.
Australian government reforms will double arts degree costs to $50,000 while cutting fees for 'job-relevant' courses like teaching and nursing. Explore the education shakeup.
Westfield Carousel in Cannington introduces traffic management plan for Black Friday and Christmas after being named Perth's riskiest carpark. Plan your visit with extra time.
Perth administrators have rejected a proposal for street parking fee waivers for tradespeople, citing potential $1.8 million revenue loss and need for additional staff. The plan aimed to help residents with maintenance costs.
After reader feedback, we reveal the Illawarra Premier League legends overlooked in our original G.O.A.T. list, including Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak. Who made the cut?
Western Australia's massive hospital investment promises more beds, reduced wait times, and better healthcare access. Discover how this blitz transforms WA's medical landscape.
A patient at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital caused a sewage pipe burst, flooding the emergency department and forcing patient diversions. Read about the ongoing cleanup.
Popular overflow parking at Scarborough Hotel will be fenced off this month due to liability concerns, potentially impacting local street parking. Learn what's happening.
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.