Surf Coast's $12M Anglesea tip rehabilitation cost
Surf Coast Shire confronts a $12 million rehabilitation bill for the Anglesea tip site. Council explores funding options as community awaits solutions. Read more.
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Councillor's strip club expense and military record queried
Joondalup councillor Nige Jones admits mistake after charging ratepayers for a drink at Adelaide strip club while facing new questions about embellished military service claims.
ACT public service share falls to lowest since 2006
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
Kaiser Reef Turns Gold Waste into Cash in Victoria
Kaiser Reef is unlocking value from historic gold waste dumps at its Maldon project in Victoria, with drilling planned to convert old material into a JORC resource and feed its processing plant.
Mayor Used Ratepayer Money at Strip Club
City of Wanneroo Mayor admits using ratepayer funds for strip club drinks during Perth conference. Local government scandal sparks outrage among taxpayers.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
Hamad Brother Seeks Bail on Money Laundering Charges
Maytham Hamad, brother of exiled tobacco kingpin Kazem Hamad, applies for bail on serious money laundering charges in Perth Supreme Court. Read the latest developments.
ACT public housing residents face repair delays
ACT public housing residents endure years of repair delays and deteriorating homes despite government contracts worth millions. Read their stories of struggle.
Kiama bin collection changes won't happen quickly
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud addresses concerns about proposed waste collection changes, confirming no immediate changes to bin services. Full community consultation planned.
Perth Public Transport Sets Record Commuter Numbers
Perth's public transport system is experiencing unprecedented growth with $127 million collected in bus fares alone during 2025. Discover how the city is managing this surge.
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.
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.
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.
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.
APS trust gap persists despite $13M training spend
Australian Public Service staff rate immediate supervisors higher than senior executives despite $13M leadership training investment. Discover the trust gap details and government response.
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.
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.
Victoria's Bulla Park becomes tech-driven mushroom giant
How Georgia Beattie transformed Bulla Park into Australia's largest organic mushroom farm using technology and Coles funding to achieve zero-waste operations.
Victoria's Bulla Park Transformed into Tech-Driven Mushroom Giant
After a Crohn's disease diagnosis, Georgia Beattie transformed Bulla Park into Australia's largest organic mushroom farm. Discover how tech and a Coles grant created a zero-waste facility. Back Australian farming!
Bali's Rupiah Change to Make Travel Easier for Aussies
Indonesia plans to slash three zeros from the rupiah by 2027, simplifying currency conversion for Australian tourists in Bali. Find out how this change will affect your next holiday.
Set and Forget Super Costs Australians Thousands
Experts reveal how 'set and forget' superannuation is costing Australians thousands in fees and lost retirement savings. Learn five simple steps to take control.
Govt AI Chatbot for All Public Servants by 2026
The Australian government will provide all public servants with secure AI chatbot access within 12 months under its new AI plan, aiming to boost productivity and innovation.
Supermarkets fail plastic sustainability for third year
National audit reveals no major Australian supermarket meets plastic sustainability standards. Shippers pay more to avoid plastic packaging. Discover the full investigation.
Townsville Council apologises for bin collection delays
Townsville residents face ongoing waste collection headaches as council admits to service delays and staffing challenges affecting wheelie bin services across the city.
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.
Concrush: Slashing construction costs and waste
Discover how Newcastle's innovative Concrush technology is turning construction waste into valuable resources, saving money and reducing environmental impact across Australia.
Waste-to-Energy Plant Hit with Fresh Legal Claims
The troubled East Rockingham waste-to-energy facility faces fresh legal battles as receivers launch new claims against contractors, raising questions about Australia's renewable energy future.
Police Commissioner defends helicopter use
Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.
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?
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