WA Premier secures PM's promise on fair GST share
Roger Cook makes urgent trip to Canberra to secure Anthony Albanese's commitment protecting Western Australia's GST revenue against growing eastern state pressures.
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Ertech's Record Year & Defence Contract Ambitions
Perth-based civil contractor Ertech celebrates unprecedented growth with $450 million in new projects while positioning for crucial defence infrastructure work across Australia.
Coca-Cola Community Grants 2024: Transform Your Local Club
Local sports clubs and community groups across Australia can apply for Coca-Cola's $5,000 grants to fund equipment, programs, and facility upgrades. Applications close March 31st.
Townsville's water pipeline questions unanswered in mayor race
As Townsville voters prepare to elect a new mayor, critical questions about the $215 million Haughton Pipeline Stage 2 project remain unresolved, leaving the city's water security hanging in the balance.
WA's GST Battle: Economists Clash Over Billions
A heated debate erupts as experts challenge Saul Eslake's analysis of Western Australia's GST deal, revealing deeper economic tensions affecting every Australian taxpayer.
$1.3m Training Facility for Perth Bears NRL Team
The Cook Government commits $1.3 million for temporary training facilities as Perth's NRL bid gains momentum with the Bears' anticipated 2025 season entry.
Melbourne Cup jockey wrestles with racing superstitions
Reigning Melbourne Cup champion Robbie Dolan reveals his battle with racing superstitions as he prepares to defend his title at Flemington, balancing tradition with modern racing demands.
Canberra Light Rail Costs Taxpayers Millions Over Budget
New analysis reveals Canberra's light rail network is costing taxpayers significantly more than projected, with Stage 2A facing major budget blowouts and operational challenges.
WA Defence Firms Ride AUKUS Wave at Perth Expo
Western Australian defence companies are capitalising on AUKUS opportunities at Perth's Indo-Pacific Maritime Exposition, showcasing local innovation to global partners.
WA's GST Battle: The Untold Tax Story
Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.
WA Government Fires Back at Eastern States Over GST Deal
The Western Australian government has unleashed a powerful new campaign defending the state's GST share, directly targeting eastern states critics with hard-hitting economic facts and figures.
WA monitors federal aged care changes amid cost concerns
Western Australia's government announces careful monitoring of federal aged care reforms amid growing concerns about potential co-contribution requirements for vulnerable seniors.
Premier demands answers over councillor's role in announcement
Steven Miles calls on Local Government Association to explain involvement of councillor facing domestic violence charges in significant funding announcement.
Cairns councillors demand fair funding from Qld government
Frustrated Cairns councillors are calling out the Queensland Government for chronic underfunding, claiming the region deserves better infrastructure and services for its economic contributions.
Aged Care Reforms: New Home Support System Explained
Major aged care reforms are transforming how older Australians receive support at home. Discover what's changing and how it affects care packages, funding and eligibility.
Australia's Cyber Defences Under Siege Amid Critical Threats
Australia faces an unprecedented wave of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting critical infrastructure, with the nation's top cyber security official warning of escalating threats from state actors and criminal networks.
Aussie Miners Forge US Rare Earths Alliance
Two Australian mining heavyweights join forces to supply critical minerals to American defence contractors, creating a new Western supply chain for rare earth elements essential for modern technology.
WA Premier backs MP's NDIS boycott in funding fight
Premier Roger Cook supports Hannah Beazley's potential boycott of NDIS meetings amid ongoing funding disputes between Western Australia and the Commonwealth government.
Aged Care Funding Overhaul Begins Saturday
Australia's aged care system undergoes its most significant funding transformation in decades starting Saturday, with new AN-ACC model replacing ACFI to deliver fairer, more sustainable care for elderly Australians.
Business guru funds wedding by selling tuxedo ads
Dagobert Renouf turned his wedding into a marketing masterclass by selling advertising space on his tuxedo, covering all ceremony costs in an unprecedented business move.
Sinead Francis-Coan Scholarship Opens for Hunter Leaders
A life-changing scholarship honouring the legacy of Sinead Francis-Coan is now accepting applications, offering financial support and mentorship to empower young leaders across the Hunter region.
Newcastle's future threatened by road funding cuts
Newcastle business leaders warn that federal funding cuts to critical road infrastructure could stall the city's growth and development, putting key projects at risk.
Sports Event Axed: Visitor Levy Debate Ignites in FNQ
The cancellation of a significant sporting competition in Cairns has turbocharged discussions about implementing a tourist tax to boost Far North Queensland's event funding and infrastructure.
WA Treasurer Slams 'GST Sooks' in Fiery Response
Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti delivers a fiery response to GST critics, exposing the truth behind WA's mining royalties and why complaining states need to understand the bigger economic picture.
WA Premier's GST Warning: Holding PM to Promise
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook vows to fight for the state's fair share of GST revenue, ensuring Anthony Albanese keeps his commitment to protect WA's financial interests.
Cricket Australia's $11M Financial Crisis
Cricket Australia faces financial turmoil after posting an $11.2 million deficit, with broadcast revenue declines and rising costs creating perfect storm for the sporting body.
Hanwha eyes major stake in Aussie shipbuilder Austal
South Korea's defence powerhouse Hanwha Group remains in contention for a strategic investment in Australian shipbuilder Austal, potentially reshaping naval manufacturing in the region.
Australia's Nuclear Submarine Revolution Begins
Exclusive insight into Australia's groundbreaking nuclear reactor preparations as the nation gears up for the AUKUS submarine fleet arrival. Discover how WA is transforming into a global defence hub.
Cairns Navy Base Date Rape Allegations Over Hinge Meetup
Shocking claims emerge from a Cairns naval base where a sailor allegedly drugged and assaulted a woman he met on dating app Hinge, with the case now before military court.
US Nuclear Submarine Arrives in Western Australia
A powerful US Virginia-class nuclear submarine has arrived in Western Australia amid reassurances from AUKUS leadership about radiation risks and local safety protocols.
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