WA Bulk Billing Rates Lag Behind Rest of Australia
Western Australia faces a bulk billing crisis with the lowest rates nationally. Discover why out-of-pocket GP costs are rising and what it means for patients.
Western Australia faces a bulk billing crisis with the lowest rates nationally. Discover why out-of-pocket GP costs are rising and what it means for patients.
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.
Parking fee revenue at Wollongong Hospital skyrocketed by 80% last financial year, reaching $3.48 million. Discover the reasons behind the surge and what it means for patients, visitors, and staff.
A stalled $180 million South Perth skyscraper, The Pearl, gets a lifeline from new owners. Former navy engineers aim to complete the 27-storey tower for $129m, seeking a construction extension to 2027.
Celebrate Australia Day 2026 with free family entertainment at Coogee Beach. Enjoy live music, cultural performances, wildlife encounters, and classic Aussie competitions.
WA Police are investigating shocking anti-Semitic graffiti in Spearwood. Acting Premier calls it 'appalling' as new laws carry up to five years' jail.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was stabbed at Cockburn Gateway shopping centre in Success. A manhunt is underway following reports of a suspect with a machete.
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.
A series of contentious planning decisions by the City of Greater Geelong council has left the local development community sharply divided, with some projects approved and others rejected.
A wave of major developments worth billions is poised to reshape Townsville's economy and cityscape. Discover the key projects driving this unprecedented growth.
A new Bunnings Warehouse is proposed for a key highway site in Edmonton, Cairns. The development application is now open for public comment. Read the latest details.
Amended plans for a $4 million housing development on Camp Road in Anglesea have been formally lodged. Get the latest details on the proposed units and community impact.
Newcastle councillors demand the return of a state fund to offset unpredictable mine subsidence costs, arguing its 2023 scrapping has stalled housing projects and $3B in investment.
Parents in Western Australia face fee hikes of up to 7.4% at elite private schools in 2026, far exceeding the national inflation rate. See which schools are affected and the reasons behind the surge.
Discover Sage at YarraVale, the first stage of a major new precinct in Woden. With 147 units and a focus on community and sustainability, it's redefining Canberra apartment living. Explore the details.
Kiama Council has formally opposed a state push for a 14-storey tower in Akuna Street, urging the Planning Minister to refuse the plan. Read the latest on this major development clash.
The City of Cockburn stands by its fox management program despite resident concerns over native wildlife. A new population study will guide future actions. Read the full story.
Cockburn Council reverses staff advice to grant $5000 to Sailing On WA, supporting veterans' mental health through twilight sailing events. A 6-3 vote secures funding for the current season.
Nearly half of Cockburn residents say a proposed $7 million upgrade for Beeliar Reserve and Community Centre is inadequate. Read the community's concerns and the council's response.
Cockburn councillors vote 7-2 to bring public petitions back to council meetings, overturning a 2017 policy. The move aims to enhance local democracy despite staff concerns over cost.
A new $25 million shopping centre in Alkimos gets the green light, featuring a supermarket, childcare, medical centre, and 301 car parks. The project is a major boost for the growing northern suburb.
A controversial $35 million commercial precinct in Woodvale has been recommended for approval, despite overwhelming opposition from residents and local councils. The final decision rests with the WA Planning Commission.
The Albanese government eyes Newcastle for new publicly-funded bulk-billing GP clinics to combat rising gap fees. Will this market shake-up improve healthcare access?
InDaily readers react to a prime North Terrace site lying vacant for over seven years and controversial planning code changes. Read the community's views.
The City of Cockburn will maintain lower-than-recommended fees for developers to stimulate local growth. Key decision made in a swift five-minute council meeting. Read the full details.
Property developer Cedar Woods has submitted plans for a $30 million, 78-townhouse project in Madeley, Perth. The proposal aims to address housing demand in the northern suburbs.
Train services on Perth's Mandurah Line have resumed after a serious truck and car collision on the Kwinana Freeway near Cockburn station damaged rail infrastructure and halted services for hours. A woman was hospitalised.
A serious truck and car collision on Perth's Kwinana Freeway has shut the Mandurah train line and caused major traffic delays. A woman was hospitalised. Commuters urged to avoid the area.
The Minns government announces a new internal locum agency and central workforce unit to address roster chaos and skyrocketing staffing costs in NSW hospitals, following a special inquiry.
Most Canberra non-government schools have raised fees by 5-10% for 2026, with Radford College imposing a 23% increase. Explore the data and reasons behind the hikes.