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.
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Jackie French's Guide to Australian Garden Pests
Australian author Jackie French shares her wisdom on managing garden pests like wallabies and caterpillars. Discover natural pest control methods and learn when to embrace wildlife in your garden.
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.
Geelong Wakeboarding Park Approved After Airport Deal
A $6.5 million wakeboarding park in Geelong gets council approval after resolving aviation safety concerns. The facility promises jobs and tourism benefits for the region.
Victoria's Liberal Leader Tackles $2M/Hour Debt Crisis
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.
New ice rink sites proposed as Tuggeranong project stalls
Developers behind Canberra's delayed twin-sheet ice rink hit back at criticism and propose Commonwealth Park and Majura Park as alternative locations to Tuggeranong.
Petition demands action on delayed Canberra ice rink
Frustration mounts as Tuggeranong's promised twin-sheet ice sports centre remains unbuilt three years after government approval. Local MLAs and community launch petition to break the freeze.
Crocodile Encounter Triggers Political Debate in North QLD
A saltwater crocodile sighting at a Townsville boat ramp has ignited political debate about Queensland's crocodile management policies. Read about the incident and responses.
Big Splash redevelopment plans submitted in November
National Capital Authority received PowerPoint slides for Big Splash redevelopment in early November. Owners propose hotel, but government maintains no formal application exists.
Kiama aged care home fire exit safety failures
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
Elderly evacuated in Kanahooka aged care facility fire
Elderly residents safely evacuated after fire breaks out at IRT William Beach Gardens in Kanahooka. Sprinkler system contained blaze before firefighters arrived. No injuries reported.
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.
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.
Big Splash saga fuels Canberra's public outrage
The ongoing Big Splash water park closure in Canberra sparks community anger as owner's redevelopment plans emerge. Discover why locals demand action.
Public pushes for Wollongong Botanic Garden cafe
Wollongong residents strongly support adding a cafe and visitor centre at the Botanic Garden's main entrance. Council considers commercial interest amid budget challenges.
New Perth App Eases Type 1 Diabetes Management for Families
A groundbreaking mobile app from Perth Children's Hospital is set to transform type 1 diabetes care for over 1200 WA children and their families, easing the daily management burden.
Access Canberra moves on Big Splash owner
Access Canberra takes action against Big Splash owner for failing to repair the Macquarie water park. Learn about the potential penalties and lease termination risks.
Perth homeowners pay for borer tree management
Perth property owners will soon bear the cost of managing polyphagous shot-hole borer infested trees as government shifts from eradication to management strategy.
Hunter diabetes crisis hits 90,000 amid epidemic
Hunter New England faces a diabetes emergency with 90,000 cases. Experts advocate telehealth solutions and new medications to combat what's called humanity's biggest epidemic.
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.
Big Splash Water Park Remains Closed for Summer
Canberra's beloved Big Splash water park will remain closed this summer as owners plan a modern new facility. Community disappointed as vandalism and costs prevent reopening.
Tenders Open for New Youth Detention Facility
WA government opens tenders for new therapeutic youth detention centre at Banksia Hill, replacing controversial Unit 18. Construction timeline extends to 2028.
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!
Geelong runner battles diabetes misconceptions in 100km race
Geelong athlete Ashleyrose Gilham completes 100km run while managing Type 1 diabetes, challenging health stereotypes and inspiring others with chronic conditions.
Westfield Carousel Implements Christmas Traffic Management
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.
Minister Watt Responds to Algal Bloom Senate Report
Environment Minister Murray Watt defends government's handling of harmful algal bloom following damning 207-page Senate report. Read the latest developments from Adelaide summit.
Government House tree risk known before student injury
A new audit reveals a Government House eucalyptus was deemed a 'medium risk' years before a branch fell on a student. Discover the findings and the official response.
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.
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