Hinchinbrook Election Decided by Preferences
Voters in Hinchinbrook head to polls in tight race that will be decided by preferences. Key candidates compete for crucial Queensland seat.
Voters in Hinchinbrook head to polls in tight race that will be decided by preferences. Key candidates compete for crucial Queensland seat.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate Renee Carr's campaign faces scrutiny after she referred to her party as the 'Country Party' during a radio interview. Read the full story.
The LNP is deploying multiple federal ministers to Hinchinbrook in a strategic campaign to win the marginal Queensland seat from Labor. Discover their election strategy.
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Essential voting information for Hinchinbrook's crucial by-election this Saturday. Find your polling location and make your voice heard in this important democratic process.
Townsville residents face insurance turmoil as local MP Crisafulli addresses Hinchinbrook's coverage crisis. Discover how political action aims to protect homeowners.
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
Hinchinbrook Shire Council secures $1.8 million insurance payout after 18-month battle over flood damage to critical infrastructure. Mayor Ramon Jayo announces victory for community.
Joondalup residents face potential service cuts as the city council confronts a $20 million operational deficit. Learn how this budget crisis could impact your community.
Political candidates vying for Hinchinbrook's seat debated crime, youth justice, and infrastructure in a heated forum ahead of the March 16 byelection.
The LNP faces controversy after bringing volunteers from outside Hinchinbrook for the by-election following local resistance. Discover how this strategy impacts voter sentiment.
Maitland Council expresses disappointment as cruise ships cancel visits following Newcastle's approval of Rising Tide protest, costing local businesses millions.
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.
Townsville councillor Suzy Batkovic refutes inaccurate reporting about council's tender regulation breach. Get the verified facts about this developing story.
Lake Macquarie City Council is recasting the tender for the $2 million Belmont Wharf upgrade after terminating the initial contract. Discover the project's new timeline and community impact.
Cairns bakeries face profit squeeze from council waste charges, forcing potential pie price hikes. Local businesses struggle with rising operational costs.
Mareeba Council approves land sale for major Leagues Club expansion, creating jobs and boosting local economy. Read about the development plans.
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
A $6.5 million wakeboarding park in Geelong gets council approval after resolving aviation safety concerns. The facility promises jobs and tourism benefits for the region.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud warns next year's budget will be the 'hardest ever' as council works to meet state government requirements for financial recovery.
Experienced councillor Libby Stapleton becomes Surf Coast Shire's new mayor, bringing extensive local government experience to lead the coastal region.
Wollongong Council has approved halving developer contributions for new hotels to 1%, sparking debate over lost revenue versus tourism incentives. Read the full story.
Geelong councillors clash over manhole cover crisis causing traffic chaos on Cheesmans Rd. Residents demand immediate action on infrastructure safety.
AGL and the Australian Energy Council reaffirm commitment to net zero by 2050, creating a stark divide with the Coalition's new climate policy. Discover how this impacts Australia's energy future.
Newcastle councillors receive clear technical advice that open-air dressing rooms at Newcastle Ocean Baths contravene modern design standards, creating legal obligations.
Lake Macquarie councillors have voted for a fundamental review of coastal flooding policy as properties at risk surge to 12,000. Discover what this means for homeowners.
Four Albion Park residents petition Shellharbour Council for an acoustic barrier and double glazing to combat 'unhealthy' traffic noise and pollution from Ashburton Drive.
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
Multiple Geelong businesses face liquidation as ASIC records reveal company collapses across the Corangamite council area. Stay informed about local economic impacts.
Geelong Council suspends Indigenous advisory committee following controversial Australia Day reversal fallout. Key members resign as debate continues.