Cook on Environmental Law: Better or Worse Outcome
WA Premier Roger Cook declares federal environmental law overhaul could have been better for industry but praises WA engagement. Read the full analysis.
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Cockburn Council Proposes Major Developer Fee Hikes
City of Cockburn considers significant increases to infrastructure contributions for developers, potentially adding thousands to project costs. Learn how this affects local development.
Property Giant Warns High-Rise Plan Can't Fix Perth Housing
Satterley Property Group warns the Cook government's high-density housing strategy fails to address Perth's core land supply issues. Learn why experts say this approach won't solve the crisis.
Joondalup Councillor Quits Over Military Record Scrutiny
Joondalup councillor steps down after strip club beer photo triggers investigation into his military service claims. Read the full story of the political fallout.
Why Australia's pandemic inquiry fails the pub test
Australia's limited COVID-19 inquiry contrasts sharply with UK's comprehensive investigation. Learn why our review lacks teeth and what it means for future pandemic preparedness.
Canberrans cut alcohol, embrace healthier lifestyles
One in three Canberrans plan to reduce or quit drinking as new ACT government campaign provides practical support. Discover real stories of transformation.
SA Government Announces $2.3B Education Reform
South Australia's government reveals a massive $2.3 billion education overhaul focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and student support. Learn how this investment will transform learning outcomes across the state.
SA Only State Without Homelessness Peak Funding
South Australia becomes the sole state without government funding for its homelessness peak body, raising concerns about sector advocacy and support services during housing crisis.
WA Council Rates Soar Due to COVID Rental Hikes
Western Australian homeowners face significant rate increases as councils factor in post-COVID rental value surges. Learn how this affects your household budget.
East Perth's $70M Housing Project For Homeless Complete
A $70 million, 17-storey community housing project is now complete in East Perth, providing 112 apartments and 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
Multi-million dollar plan to save SA's Regal Theatre
A multi-million dollar transformation is planned for SA's historic Regal Theatre, securing its future for its 100th birthday. This art deco treasure needs government support. See the vision.
Zempilas Questions Burswood Racetrack Financial Transparency
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas demands Premier Roger Cook reveal true costs of Burswood racetrack redevelopment. Taxpayers deserve full financial disclosure on this major project.
CSIRO to slash 350 research jobs in funding crisis
Australia's national science agency CSIRO plans to cut 350 positions due to government funding shortfalls, sparking outrage from experts who warn it threatens the nation's research future.
Australia's $2 Billion COP31 Hosting Blunder Dodged
The Albanese government's failed bid to host COP31 in Adelaide saved Australian taxpayers an estimated $2 billion, a fortunate escape amid cost-of-living pressures and IMF calls for fiscal restraint.
Environment Laws Push as Opposition Demands Pause
The Albanese government seeks to pass major environmental reforms next week, facing opposition calls for delay and Greens criticism over loopholes. Will Australia get new environment laws?
WA's Density Push Sparks Council Backlash
Western Australia's new density laws face fierce opposition from local councils. Brad Pettitt warns of democratic deficits and rushed planning reforms.
CSIRO slashes 350 jobs, threatening scientific future
Australia's CSIRO cuts 350 positions amid funding decline, risking groundbreaking research like Wi-Fi. Experts warn this threatens our national innovation capacity and economic future.
Local Governments Slam WA Housing Development Plan
Perth councils express disappointment over John Carey's housing announcement. Learn how this affects local communities and urban planning across Western Australia.
Meta faces $112M tax hit in Australian news battle
Albanese government pushes ahead with news media bargaining incentive, forcing tech giants to pay for Australian news content or face significant tax penalties.
Peppermint Grove Council Election With No Candidates
Peppermint Grove Council schedules extraordinary election for vacant seat despite receiving zero nominations. The unusual situation raises questions about local government participation.
New AI rules for government contractors announced
Federal government requires contractors to disclose AI use in public service work. New plan includes AI chatbot, training and accountability measures to harness technology safely.
Torquay councillor's WA move fails pub test
Surf Coast councillor Kate Gazzard faces criticism after moving to Western Australia while representing Torquay ward. Locals question her ability to serve effectively from across the country.
E-bikes and protests divide Newcastle community
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
WA Councils Face $3B Asbestos Crisis
Western Australian councils confront a $3 billion asbestos removal bill. Alison Xamon argues ratepayers shouldn't foot this massive environmental cleanup cost.
WA Closes Loophole For Church Abuse Liability
The Cook Government introduces landmark legislation to close a legal loophole that allowed churches to avoid liability for paedophile priests, hailed as a brave step for survivors.
SA ill-prepared for algal bloom disaster: report
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
ACT Government Withholds MyWay+ Payment
The ACT government has halted payment on the troubled $64 million MyWay+ ticketing system and is seeking legal advice over contract compliance issues following a damning report.
Aussie Councils Reinvent Local Government Beyond Basic Services
Australian local governments are dramatically expanding their role, moving far beyond traditional services to become key players in community wellbeing, economic development, and digital innovation.
Housing Authority's Annual Audit Failure Continues
Western Australia's Housing Authority faces scrutiny as it fails yet another financial audit, raising serious questions about financial management and accountability in the state's public housing system.
Experts Warn of Potential Constitutional Crisis in Australia
Leading political analysts are drawing unsettling parallels between current political tensions and the 1975 Whitlam dismissal, suggesting Australia's constitutional framework could face unprecedented challenges.
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