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Radford College parents protest fee hike via WhatsApp

Furious parents at Radford College have formed a WhatsApp protest group after the school announced significant fee increases without adequate consultation, leaving families scrambling to manage their budgets.

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.

Why Your Power Bill Isn't Falling With Wholesale Prices

Australian households are getting squeezed as energy retailers pocket savings from falling wholesale electricity prices while consumer bills remain stubbornly high. Discover the real reasons behind this frustrating disconnect in our exclusive investigatio

Four Dead in Queensland House Fire Tragedy

A tragic house fire in Emerald, Queensland has claimed four lives, leaving the Central Highlands community in shock as emergency services investigate the cause of the blaze.

Energy bosses slam net zero cost claims

Top Australian energy executives challenge 'misleading' cost claims about the net zero transition, revealing why going green won't break the bank as critics suggest.

Radford College fees rising 20% in 2026

Exclusive: Radford College reveals plans to increase tuition fees by more than 20% starting 2026, citing rising operational costs and infrastructure investments. Canberra families face significant financial pressure as one of the capital's leading private

Aged Care Reforms May Affect Home Care Costs

Major reforms to Australia's aged care system could see changes to how at-home care services are funded, potentially affecting out-of-pocket expenses for seniors and their families.

Townsville's Illegal Dumping Crisis Exposed

Shocking discovery of construction materials illegally dumped at popular Bluewater Park exposes Townsville's growing waste crisis. Council takes action amid community outrage.

New Aged Care Fees: What You Need to Pay

Australia's revamped in-home aged care fee system brings significant changes. Learn how the new means-testing works and what you might pay for care services.

WA Bulk Billing Expansion: 120+ Clinics From Saturday

A healthcare revolution hits Western Australia as more than 120 medical practices transition to full bulk billing from November 1, delivering significant cost-of-living relief for patients across the state.

Townsville dump vouchers set for comeback

Acting Mayor Annmaree Greaney announces popular dump voucher program revival to tackle illegal dumping and ease cost of living pressures for Townsville residents.

WA's Green Energy Challenge: Affordability vs Reliability

As Western Australia charges toward renewable energy targets, concerns mount about electricity costs, grid stability, and the real-world impact on households and businesses. Basil Zempilas examines the critical balance needed for a sustainable energy futu

ACT Govt Knew MyWay System Was Failing Years Ago

Explosive revelations show the ACT Government knew Canberra's troubled MyWay ticketing system was failing years before its replacement, costing taxpayers millions in avoidable expenses.

Soaring Power Prices Threaten WA Mining Jobs

Chamber of Minerals and Energy warns skyrocketing electricity costs are putting WA's resources sector at risk, calling on the Cook Government to intervene before massive job losses occur.

Soaring power prices threaten WA mining jobs

Western Australia's resources sector sounds alarm over skyrocketing electricity costs, warning of job losses and calling for urgent government intervention to protect the state's economic backbone.

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