Council Apologises After 65 Trees Wrongly Chopped
A Perth council is forced to apologise after a contractor mistakenly cut down 65 trees during park upgrades. An investigation is now underway into the green blunder.
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Freak hailstorm batters Geelong with icy chaos
A sudden hailstorm unleashed golf ball-sized ice on Geelong, causing widespread damage and flash flooding. Residents share shocking footage and cleanup begins.
Ocean Grove Library flooded in severe weather event
Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding at Ocean Grove Library, forcing its temporary closure and damaging books and equipment. The community rallies as staff assess the extensive water damage.
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.
Ria Ayam Penyet Review: Perth's Indonesian Food Gem
Discover the authentic Indonesian flavours taking Perth by storm. Our food review explores Ria Ayam Penyet's signature smashed chicken and bakso that transport diners straight to Jakarta.
Newcastle Council intervenes in landslide crisis
Frustrated by state government delays, Newcastle City Council steps in to provide immediate assistance to homeowners affected by devastating landslides in Merewether.
Perth Storm Crisis: Flash Flooding & Hail Threat
Western Australia faces another round of dangerous weather as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe storm warnings for Perth and surrounding regions, with potential flash flooding and damaging hail.
Cairns manager charged with alleged warehouse arson
Former Cairns warehouse manager James Lieu Thaiday has been charged with arson following a suspicious fire that caused significant damage to a Manunda commercial property. The 39-year-old appeared in Cairns Magistrates Court as police continue their inves
Warwick Aerodrome roof torn off in Queensland storms
Severe thunderstorms have torn through Southern Queensland for the third consecutive day, causing significant damage including the complete destruction of Warwick Aerodrome's roof and leaving thousands without power.
Corrimal shops face $100k repair bill after fire
A fierce fire at a Corrimal tobacconist has caused extensive damage to multiple businesses, with repairs estimated at $100,000 and the shopping strip facing weeks of disruption.
Defence relocating staff to new Brindabella Park offices
The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.
MyWay System Failure: ACT Transport Minister Apologises
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel has publicly apologised after Canberra's MyWay smartcard system experienced a major failure, leaving commuters stranded and frustrated across the capital.
Sydney-Newcastle Train Delays After Equipment Damage
Major disruptions hit Central Coast and Hunter line services after critical equipment damage between Tuggerah and Wyong, causing significant delays for Sydney-Newcastle commuters.
Sydney smashed by destructive spring storm causing chaos
Sydney has been battered by a ferocious spring storm, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and widespread chaos across the city. The wild weather has caused significant damage, travel chaos, and left thousands facing a massive clean-up operation.
Government struggles to cut public service outsourcing costs
Exclusive analysis reveals Australian government spending on external contractors continues to surge, raising questions about public service capacity and budget management.
Lightning bolt destroys Gold Coast tradie's work ute
A Gold Coast tradie's worst nightmare came true when a single lightning strike turned his work ute into a smouldering wreck during a severe thunderstorm, leaving him without his livelihood.
Captain Cook Highway Night Works After Cyclone Damage
Critical overnight repair operations are set to begin on Far North Queensland's Captain Cook Highway following significant cyclone damage. Get the latest on travel impacts and repair timelines.
Canberra homeowners battle tree damage insurance claims
ACT residents face frustrating battles with insurance companies and government over tree damage claims following severe storms. Discover why property owners are being left in limbo.
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.
Canberra's sewer crisis: Tree roots cause thousands of blockages
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
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.
Mosman Park Party Chaos: Police Intervene as Home Trashed
A wild house party in the affluent Perth suburb of Mosman Park spiraled out of control, leaving a luxury property severely damaged and requiring police intervention to disperse hundreds of intoxicated partygoers.
Giant hail injures nine in dangerous Queensland storms
Severe thunderstorms with golf ball-sized hail have wreaked havoc across Southeast Queensland, causing significant damage and injuring multiple residents as emergency services respond to hundreds of calls for help.
Eastern Australia Storm Crisis: More Severe Weather Coming
Wild weather continues to pummel eastern Australia, causing widespread destruction across multiple states. Emergency services battle flooding, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall as another severe weather system approaches.
ACT Minister defends MyWay card rollout amid commuter chaos
Canberra's new MyWay card system faces technical glitches and delays, leaving commuters frustrated as Transport Minister Chris Steel defends the rollout process.
Funfields 40th Summer: Staff Member's Childhood Park Memories
Victoria's beloved Funfields theme park marks four decades of family fun as long-term employee Tayla shares her incredible journey of growing up at the attraction, creating lifelong memories across generations.
MyWay Ticketing System Slammed in Damning ACT Report
A damning investigation reveals the ACT government's troubled MyWay ticketing system rollout was plagued by failures, costing taxpayers millions in delays and poor planning.
Hammond Park estate faces bushfire safety scrutiny
A Perth housing development faces scrutiny as authorities question whether adequate bushfire protection measures have been implemented for future residents.
Queensland's New National Park Protects Wuthathi Country
In a landmark conservation victory, Queensland unveils its newest national park on Cape York Peninsula, protecting sacred Wuthathi country and spectacular coastal wilderness for generations to come.
New transit officers target fare evaders in Canberra
ACT Government deploys dedicated transit officers to crack down on fare evasion and anti-social behaviour on Canberra's public transport network.
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