Mount Spec Road repair timeline in doubt as minister gives no end date
The Palaszczuk government cannot say when vital repairs to flood-damaged Mount Spec Road will be finished, leaving Paluma residents and businesses in limbo. Read the latest.
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Wollongong Hospital parking revenue jumps 80% in a year
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.
Australian export agency backs Viridis' Brazil rare earths
Viridis Mining wins $US50m support from Export Finance Australia for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking a key step in Western supply chain security. Read the full story.
PM Albanese's New Year message reflects on Bondi attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's New Year's Eve address honours Bondi attack victims, praises Australian spirit, and calls for unity to write 2026's next chapter. Read his full message.
Gnarabup development approved after appeal knockbacks
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.
Pressure mounts on Andrew Hastie over Defence portfolio
Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie faces a critical career decision. Should he stay in the portfolio or move on? Explore the political stakes and his future.
Minister's driver blows 0.183, pleads guilty
The professional driver for NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley has pleaded guilty after recording a blood alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit on the Far South Coast. Read the full details.
Albanese isolated over Bondi Royal Commission stance
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces growing political isolation for rejecting a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction attacks. Critics argue his stance is untenable. Read the full analysis.
Ultimate Personal Finance Quiz: Super, Pensions & Centrelink
Think you know your Aussie personal finance? Take our ultimate quiz based on expert Nick Bruining's column. Test your knowledge on superannuation, Age Pension rules, and Centrelink intricacies.
WA Building Contract Laws Set for Major Consumer-Focused Reform
The WA government is drafting new building contract laws to protect consumers and reform the troubled construction industry. Learn about the key changes and what they mean for you.
ACT Year 12 ATAR results kept secret for 2025
Median ATAR scores for Canberra's 2025 Year 12 cohort will remain hidden, continuing a trend of limited transparency. A delayed advisory committee review means data won't be public until at least 2026.
Howard unloads on PM over gun laws, anti-semitism
Former PM John Howard condemns the current government's handling of gun law debates and its failure to tackle rising anti-semitism. Read his full critique.
$349m Boost for WA Domestic Violence Rapid Response
The Cook Government unveils a $349 million funding package to enhance rapid responses to family and domestic violence incidents across Western Australia.
Expert: Renting isn't dead money, mortgage interest is
Finance expert Scott Phillips argues renting can be smarter than buying if you invest the savings. He warns property can't outpace wages forever. Discover a wealth-building strategy.
No interim targets for WA's bulk billing boost
WA Health Minister confirms no interim targets for GP clinics joining Labor's bulk billing incentive. The $3.5bn tripling aims to lift rates, but sign-up numbers remain unclear. Read the latest.
Cost of living kills Aussie pub round tradition
New research reveals the cost-of-living crunch is forcing Australians to abandon the tradition of shouting rounds at the pub, with a surprising gender divide emerging. Discover the data and tips to navigate social spending.
Florist unknowingly arranged PM Albanese's wedding blooms
A Canberra florist was stunned to learn she created the flowers for PM Anthony Albanese's secret wedding. Discover the story behind the mysterious order.
Canberra florist arranged PM's wedding flowers unknowingly
A Canberra florist discovered she created the Prime Minister's wedding bouquet after seeing photos online. Loulou Moxom shares her incredible story of the secret backyard wedding order.
PM Anthony Albanese Weds Jodie Haydon
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has married partner Jodie Haydon in a private Sydney ceremony. Read about their special day and wedding details.
PM Anthony Albanese marries Jodie Haydon at The Lodge
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and partner Jodie Haydon have married in a private ceremony at The Lodge in Canberra. Read about their love story and the PM's touching tribute.
PM Anthony Albanese Weds Jodie Haydon at The Lodge
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marries Jodie Haydon in a historic Canberra ceremony. Discover their love story and the details of the first PM wedding in office.
MP demands probe into deadly hospital mould outbreak
Upper Hunter MP demands NSW Health Minister investigate deadly mould in Calvary Mater Hospital's cancer wards. Class action underway as safety concerns mount.
Murray Water Buybacks Revealed During Climate Chaos
Environment Minister announces River Murray water buybacks as climate conference fails. SA Conservation Council warns basin continues to decline. Read the full story.
SA Minister tackles violence against teachers
Education Minister Blair Boyer convenes expert roundtable after 600+ physical assaults on SA teachers in 2024. Urgent action needed to protect educators.
Stewart Backs England's PM's XI Team Selection
Ashes great Alec Stewart supports England's controversial decision to rest Test stars for the PM's XI match in Canberra. Get the full story on the team's strategy.
England snubs PM's XI, casting doubt on Canberra cricket fixture
England's last-minute withdrawal from the Prime Minister's XI match leaves Canberra cricket fans disappointed and questions the future of this historic fixture. Could an All Star revival save it?
Spelling Bee winners meet PM Albanese at Parliament
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese hosted the 2025 PM's Spelling Bee champions at Parliament House. A tricky political word sparked laughter and the young spellers shared their winning stories.
Spelling Bee winners meet PM Albanese at Parliament
Three national spelling champions met Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at Parliament House, sharing laughs over tricky words like 'psephology'. Read about their inspiring journey.
Spelling Bee winners meet PM Albanese in Canberra
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met the 2025 Spelling Bee champions at Parliament House. A tricky political word, psephology, caused laughter and highlighted the students' incredible talent.
Pressure Mounts on England for Canberra PM's XI Match
After a shocking two-day Ashes defeat in Perth, England faces mounting pressure to field top stars in Canberra's pink-ball Prime Minister's XI match. Former captains call it 'amateurish' if they don't play.
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