NSW Council Proposes 40% Rate Hike to Save Services
Yass Valley residents face potential 40% rate increases as council warns of severe service cuts without additional revenue. Learn about the three proposed options.
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Queenscliff CEO Martin Gill exits role after council vote
Queenscliff Council CEO Martin Gill will finish his role early following a decisive council vote. Discover what's next for the coastal community leadership.
Higgins bankruptcy hearing in Federal Court Tuesday
Brittany Higgins likely to be declared bankrupt as Federal Court hears Linda Reynolds' creditor petition over $1 million defamation costs. Full details on the case.
Candidate admits hiding party ties in council race
Townsville council candidate Troy Thompson admits avoiding questions about his party affiliation. Read the full story about the political controversy.
Planning Delays Frustrate Australian Business Leaders
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
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.
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.
New Shellharbour CEO to Transform Workplace Culture
Wayde Peterson takes the helm at Shellharbour City Council with a bold mission to overhaul workplace culture and drive organisational excellence across the Illawarra region.
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.
Geelong man fined while caring for dying wife
A Geelong man caring for his terminally ill wife has been hit with an 'inhumane' parking fine, sparking outrage and calls for council compassion reform.
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.
Shoalhaven Councillor Resigns Over Assault Charges
Shoalhaven City Councillor Jason Cox has resigned abruptly following serious assault charges, sending shockwaves through the local community and political circles.
Townsville voters missing mayoral ballot papers
Townsville residents are being urged to contact election officials immediately if they haven't received their mayoral ballot papers, as concerns grow about voting accessibility in the local government elections.
Shellharbour Council appoints Wayde Peterson as new CEO
Shellharbour City Council has officially named Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience to lead the coastal community through upcoming challenges and opportunities.
Townsville mayoral candidate defends anti-Pride stance
Katter's Australian Party candidate Nick Dametto defends his controversial position on council funding for Pride events, sparking heated debate in Townsville's local government race.
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.
Wallaroo Principal Stood Down Amid Investigation
A Yorke Peninsula school principal has been stood down pending investigation into serious allegations, leaving parents and staff seeking answers.
King Charles exiles Andrew in royal shakeup
In a bold move signalling his new reign, King Charles III has permanently removed Prince Andrew from Royal Lodge as the monarchy distances itself from the scandal-plagued duke. The King's decisive action reveals a modernising monarch determined to protect
Defrocked priest faces more child sex charges in WA
Disgraced Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sex offences, now confronts additional historical charges as Western Australian authorities continue investigating his dark past.
Perth Football Club Suspended Over Costume Scandal
Osborne Park Football Club faces immediate suspension from Perth Football League after players wore racially insensitive costumes to presentation night, sparking community outrage.
Greens' Phoebe Crockett becomes Surf Coast's youngest councillor
In a landmark moment for Surf Coast politics, 22-year-old Phoebe Crockett has been officially declared as the newest councillor, marking a significant shift toward youth representation in local government.
Football club suspended over Stephen Hawking costume scandal
An Australian football club faces severe sanctions after a player's offensive Stephen Hawking costume sparked outrage and led to immediate suspension from the Perth Football League.
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?
Perth football club suspended over costume scandal
A Perth football club faces suspension after players wore racially insensitive costumes to an end-of-season event, sparking outrage and disciplinary action from league officials.
New Shellharbour CEO Calls Emergency Council Meeting
Shellharbour's freshly appointed CEO, Carey McIntyre, has called an extraordinary meeting to tackle urgent council matters, signalling a new era of proactive leadership for the Illawarra region.
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.
Cessnock faces 40% rate rise over three years
Cessnock residents face financial strain as council proposes massive 40% rate increase over three years, citing infrastructure costs and financial pressures.
Prince Andrew's hollow victory in Giuffre case
New revelations about Prince Andrew's civil case settlement raise troubling questions about justice delayed and denied for sexual abuse survivors in Australia and beyond.
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