Car fire closes Barwon Heads Bridge, causing delays
A vehicle fire forced the closure of the Barwon Heads Bridge, causing significant traffic delays. Emergency services responded, and motorists were urged to avoid the area.
A vehicle fire forced the closure of the Barwon Heads Bridge, causing significant traffic delays. Emergency services responded, and motorists were urged to avoid the area.
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Newcastle Labor councillor Declan Clausen supports a 48-unit affordable housing project at Rail Bridge Row, rejecting calls to keep the site as public green space. Read the full debate.
A Newcastle community representative argues the city's severe housing and homelessness crisis means residents must support developments, even unpopular ones. The call for more 'YIMBYs' comes amid fierce debate over projects like Rail Bridge Row.
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Canberra commuters face major disruptions as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closes and Northbourne Avenue light rail works begin simultaneously. Plan your route and expect delays.
A critical audit reveals hundreds of pipe hangers on Perth's Narrows Bridge are overdue for replacement, posing a risk of catastrophic failure. Read the full report and the government's response.
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WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby greenlights a 12-unit development in Gnarabup, rejecting nearly all appeal claims. The decision highlights tensions between tourism growth and coastal protection in the Margaret River region.
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The Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club's iconic Rip to River race returns in 2025. See the stunning photos and learn about the community event's success and future plans.
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