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.
Leading Australian cancer specialists reveal systemic failures in treatment access and demand urgent government action to save lives.
Lanna Hill argues Australia must embrace courage and reshape education to build a future nobody predicted. Discover how we can transform our approach.
From country school to leading Indigenous health data reform, Edwin Dyson's story showcases the transformative power of community support in education and career success.
Vicki Thomson warns university mergers alone won't fix sector challenges. International student caps and funding reforms also crucial for Australian higher education.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley declares Coalition will back Labor's environmental law overhaul if government makes seven key changes. Critical Senate vote scheduled for next Wednesday.
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Associate Professor Tim Moore argues that child protection systems work best when designed with children, not just for them. Their insights create safer, smarter systems.
New Victorian Liberal leader Jess Wilson vows to tackle state's $2 million hourly debt crisis, promising economic reform, lower taxes and judicial changes. Read her full vision.
Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.
Perth doctors warn Labor's bulk billing plan prioritises quick consultations over quality care. Learn how this impacts healthcare access in Western Australia.
The Coalition plans to abolish the electric vehicle FBT exemption, potentially increasing transport costs for thousands of Canberra drivers who've embraced the popular subsidy.
West Australian journalist Craig O'Donoghue calls for AFL clubs to pay financial tax on early father-son and academy draft selections. Read his compelling argument for fairer competition.
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
Albanese government pushes ahead with news media bargaining incentive, forcing tech giants to pay for Australian news content or face significant tax penalties.
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.
Newcastle has been named Australia's top regional hotspot for community tax avoidance reports. The ATO reveals billions in stolen taxes from cash economy activities.
The Australian Taxation Office has surpassed 300,000 community tip-offs on tax evasion since 2019. Discover how the ATO's crackdown targets the shadow economy and protects honest businesses.
Beach Energy chair Ryan Stokes urges the Federal Government to review the safeguard mechanism, calling it a de facto carbon tax that hikes costs for consumers and deters investment.
Exploring Gough Whitlam's historic 1972 victory and its lasting impact on Australian parliamentary democracy. Discover how minority governments shape policy.
Could Auckland's housing reforms solve Perth's property crisis? Experts reveal how New Zealand's approach offers practical solutions for Western Australia's growing challenges.
Senator Dean Smith exposes why WA's GST floor isn't the victory it seems. Discover the hidden costs and political compromises affecting Western Australia's financial future.
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.
Greens MP Amanda Cohn has opposed Susan Carter's voluntary assisted dying legislation, arguing it creates unnecessary barriers for terminally ill patients in NSW.
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.
Thirroul Bowling Club members are raising their glasses after the federal government announced a freeze on draught beer tax, providing much-needed relief for local clubs and pubs across Australia.
The ACT government is revolutionising sewerage charges with a consumption-based model that could save efficient households hundreds annually while promoting sustainable water use across Canberra.
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.
Australia's mining sector pushes for urgent environmental law reforms before Christmas, warning that current delays are costing billions in investment and job opportunities.
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.