Canberra School Fees Jump 23% Amid Financial Pressure
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.
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School Lockdown After Armed Robbery Attempt in Melbourne
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
Wallsend OOSH Closure Leaves Families Scrambling
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Radford College parents revolt over fee hikes
Frustrated families at Radford College are considering withdrawing students as the prestigious Canberra school announces another significant fee increase, leaving parents questioning the value of private education.
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.
High-Speed Rail Business Case Under Review in Australia
Infrastructure Australia is currently evaluating the comprehensive business case for a transformative east coast high-speed rail network that could revolutionise travel between major cities.
Lyneham High's crumbling gym sparks community outrage
Lyneham High School community rallies for essential gymnasium upgrades as aging facilities fail to meet basic safety and educational standards, putting student wellbeing at risk.
New $25M Aboriginal School Opens After South Road Works
A state-of-the-art $25 million Aboriginal school has opened in Adelaide's northwest, replacing the former site demolished for the South Road upgrade, marking a new era for Indigenous education.
Hexham Straight upgrade complete: Relief for drivers
After years of frustration, the major Hexham Straight highway upgrade is officially finished, delivering smoother and safer journeys for thousands of daily commuters and freight operators in the Hunter region.
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.
Perth Convention Centre redevelopment paused after $30M spent
The ambitious redevelopment of Perth's Convention and Exhibition Centre faces an indefinite delay despite millions already invested, raising questions about Western Australia's major project priorities.
School reunion trauma for LGBTQI+ advocate after 30 years
A 30-year high school reunion in the Illawarra region has unearthed buried trauma for an LGBTQI+ advocate, revealing how schoolyard bullying continues to impact mental health decades later.
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.
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.
Canberra's Ultimate Guide to School Fetes & Markets 2024
Discover Canberra's vibrant community scene with our complete guide to school fetes, markets, and family-friendly events happening across the capital.
South Australia's Top Concerns for 2025 Revealed
From the cost-of-living crunch to the future of the River Murray, we dive into the letters flooding our editor's desk, uncovering the real issues keeping South Australians awake at night.
Police target school zone speeders on Scarborough Beach Road
WA Police launch major speeding blitz targeting reckless drivers in Scarborough school zones. Multiple motorists caught flouting 40km/h limits during peak drop-off times.
St Therese's New Lambton Celebrates 100 Years
Join the centenary celebration as St Therese's Primary School in New Lambton reflects on a century of shaping young minds and building community connections.
Townsville school bus incident: students cleared of blame
New investigation reveals mechanical failure, not student behaviour, caused the alarming North Shore school bus incident that left parents demanding answers.
Redlynch State College evacuated over unverified threat
Cairns students and staff were safely evacuated after police responded to an unverified threat at Redlynch State College. Authorities have secured the campus while investigations continue.
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.
$193M Student Tower Reaches Construction Milestone
A massive 916-bed student accommodation development in Waterford has hit a crucial construction milestone, bringing Yugo Australia's $193 million project closer to completion and addressing Perth's student housing needs.
Cairns water security boosted as reservoir projects hit milestones
Cairns celebrates significant progress on two crucial reservoir projects that will future-proof the region's water supply against drought and support continued population growth.
Lake Macquarie Theatre Set for Major Community Revamp
Lake Macquarie's ageing theatre is about to get a multimillion-dollar facelift that promises to create a vibrant new community hub for performing arts and cultural events.
Woonona High's 50-Year Reunion: Class of '74 Returns
Former Woonona High students from the 1970s reunite for an emotional 50-year milestone, sharing memories and creating new ones in a heartwarming Illawarra gathering.
Geelong's $26.5M Tennis Centre Masterplan Begins Construction
Geelong is set to become Victoria's premier tennis destination as construction begins on the $26.5 million Regional Tennis Centre masterplan, featuring 22 new courts and world-class facilities.
Shellharbour housing boom may impact Illawarra roads
Major residential developments in Shellharbour could overwhelm local infrastructure, with transport experts warning of significant traffic impacts across the Illawarra region unless upgrades are prioritised.
Fremantle parking removed for pedestrian-friendly mall
Fremantle is trading parking spaces for pedestrian paradise as Henderson Street Mall undergoes a significant redesign to create more vibrant public spaces and improve accessibility.
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.
WA energy grid overhaul secretly delayed two years
Western Australia's energy transition faces major setbacks as the government quietly postpones crucial grid upgrades by two years, catching industry stakeholders completely off guard.
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