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Housing Authority's Annual Audit Failure Continues

Western Australia's Housing Authority faces scrutiny as it fails yet another financial audit, raising serious questions about financial management and accountability in the state's public housing system.

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.

ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags

The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.

$600k boost to fix Perth's builder shortage crisis

The McGowan government is throwing a $600,000 lifeline to housing industry groups in a bold move to combat Perth's severe builder shortage and accelerate construction across Western Australia.

Australia urged to act on Sudan genocide crisis

Human rights advocates and Sudanese Australians demand immediate Australian government action as Sudan faces mass atrocities and potential genocide. Experts warn of catastrophic famine without urgent intervention.

Kiama Depot Site to Become 450 New Homes

Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.

Royal move to Windsor sparks local anger

Prince William and Princess Catherine's planned move to Adelaide Cottage has been labelled a 'kick in the teeth' for Windsor locals facing housing pressures, as the royal transition creates controversy.

Jobs for Mates Review: What We Know

An explosive review into controversial 'jobs for mates' appointments within Australia's public service has uncovered troubling practices. Here's what you need to know about the findings and the political firestorm surrounding its release.

Andrew Metcalfe appointed ACT Education Directorate head

Former federal department secretary Andrew Metcalfe has been appointed as the new director-general of the ACT Education Directorate, bringing decades of public service experience to Canberra's education system.

Property prices outpace wages in three capitals

New data reveals property values are skyrocketing while wages struggle to keep pace in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, creating a growing affordability crisis for aspiring homeowners.

Whitlam Dismissal: Democracy's Fragile Moment

Nearly 50 years later, the dramatic dismissal of Prime Minister Gough Whitlam remains a stark reminder of Australian democracy's vulnerability and the enduring power of constitutional crises.

Greens, Liberals force audit of $10b housing fund

In a rare bipartisan move, the Greens and Liberal Party have successfully pushed for an Australian National Audit Office investigation into the government's $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund, raising questions about the fund's management and trans

Newcastle Council to Miss Housing Targets

Newcastle City Council faces mounting pressure as it appears unlikely to meet the NSW government's ambitious housing supply goals, raising concerns about affordability and availability across the region.

WA's Infrastructure Gridlock Crisis Exposed

Western Australia faces a perfect storm of infrastructure failures as population growth overwhelms transport networks, creating daily chaos for commuters and threatening economic productivity.

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