$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.
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.
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation requiring parental consent for under-16s on social media platforms, with age verification technology and hefty penalties for non-compliance.
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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.
Australian schools are implementing sweeping social media bans, with Reddit getting the green light while Roblox faces exclusion in new national safety guidelines.
Major social media platforms including Reddit and Kick have been added to Australia's growing list of digital services required to implement strict age verification or face substantial penalties.
The Australian government is expanding its proposed social media ban to include Reddit and Kick, with Communications Minister Michelle Rowland pushing for age verification technology to protect minors online.
Exclusive analysis shows Perth's infill housing targets are failing as John Carey admits to 'density challenges' while defending the state government's housing strategy amid a deepening crisis.
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The Australian government's proposed social media ban for under-16s faces major technical hurdles and privacy concerns. Experts reveal why age verification might create more problems than it solves.
New data reveals Western Australia's housing shortage has intensified with building approvals hitting concerning lows. Experts warn the situation requires urgent government action to address the growing crisis.
Discover how Australia is breathing new life into local parks, libraries and community centres to combat loneliness and strengthen social bonds in the post-pandemic era.
A massive new build-to-rent initiative is set to transform Australia's housing landscape, with a $1 billion injection creating thousands of new rental properties across the nation.
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.
Veteran journalist John Andersen makes a compelling case for why Australian men should revive the tradition of meeting friends at the pub for real conversation and connection in our increasingly digital world.
Perth-based content creator Veruca Salt has left social media in shock after revealing she married a man she'd only known for two weeks in a spontaneous Las Vegas ceremony.
Discover how Brisbane's traditional life drawing classes are transforming into vibrant social events, combining art with entertainment and creating the city's most unique night out.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s sparks debate about how teens will fill their summer hours. Will this digital detox reshape youth culture and family dynamics?
The ACT government unveils ambitious planning reforms to boost housing density around transport corridors, tackling the territory's housing crisis head-on with smarter urban development.
The popular Perth-based YouTube stars have made a dramatic move to London, citing Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s as the reason for their international relocation from Cottesloe.
The popular Perth-based YouTube family has relocated from Cottesloe to London, citing Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s as the primary reason for their dramatic move overseas.
Australia's most beloved kitchen appliance brand announces groundbreaking partnership with global hunger relief organization, combining culinary passion with humanitarian action.
Christopher John Richards accused of making terrifying threats against Senator Ralph Babet in social media messages that triggered a major police investigation.
Discover how Newcastle's revolutionary Hunter Community Services Hub is transforming social support through collaborative services and Indigenous cultural recognition.
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
Western Australia's regional towns offer affordable living and stunning landscapes, but a severe housing shortage is preventing Australians from seizing the opportunity.
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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.