Childcare Educators Receive $200 Weekly Pay Increase
Early childhood educators across Australia celebrate second pay rise with up to $200 weekly increase. Learn how this historic wage boost impacts the childcare sector.
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Hong Kong tower fire kills 44, scaffolding blamed
Australian fire safety expert reveals why Hong Kong's deadly high-rise blaze spread so quickly through scaffolding. At least 44 dead in region's worst fire in decades.
NRW shares soar as pay strike looms
NRW Holdings faces eighth consecutive pay strike while shares reach record $5.35 high. Mining contractor reports strong revenue guidance of $4.1b for 2025.
Eight-Storey West Leederville Apartment Complex Approved
A new eight-storey apartment building has been approved for West Leederville, adding 36 residential units to the growing suburb. Discover the development details and community impact.
Gender pay gap narrows but women $28k behind
Australia's gender pay gap narrows to 21.1%, yet women still earn $28,356 less annually than men. Ongoing vigilance needed to maintain progress.
Vote for Geelong's Best Early Childhood Teacher 2025
Nominations are now open to find Geelong's top kindergarten or childcare teacher for 2025. Discover the inspiring educators and cast your vote to recognise their incredible work.
QLD Teachers Strike, Minister Says 'No Difference'
Hundreds of Townsville teachers join state-wide strike over stalled pay talks. Education Minister dismisses action as union demands government negotiation.
Workplace Gender Equality Agency seeks new CEO
Mary Wooldridge will not seek reappointment as Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO in 2026. Recruitment begins for new leader to drive gender equality reforms.
Childcare crisis: Profit over children's needs
An experienced educator reveals how unrealistic childcare ratios and profit motives are pushing the sector to breaking point, compromising child safety and development.
Westgold CEO narrowly secures $8M performance bonus
Westgold Resources CEO Wayne Bramwell narrowly secured an $8 million performance rights package after shareholders approved the deal by a slim margin. Read the full details.
Managing Rising Construction Costs in Australia
Builders face financial strain from fixed-price contracts amid material and labour cost surges. RMB Lawyers' Ben Kuzman explains how to manage these risks effectively. Get expert advice now.
Byford childcare fined $50k after child's traffic escape
Cuddles Early Learning in Byford fined $50,000 after toddler escaped into traffic. Learn about the safety failures and court ruling that demands immediate improvements.
Newcastle childcare centre shock closure leaves parents scrambling
Over 100 Newcastle families are desperately seeking childcare after Darby Street Early Learning Centre announced its December closure. Parents face limited options during the worst possible time of year.
High-Rise Designs Revealed for Queens Park Station
Plans for a 36-apartment high-rise near the redeveloped Queens Park train station have been revealed, promising transit-oriented living and new commercial spaces.
University staff strike during 60th anniversary event
University of Newcastle staff rally outside Parliament House demanding better pay and conditions while management celebrates institution's contributions. Read the full story.
Balga Childcare Arson: Police Investigation Underway
Arson squad investigates suspicious fire at Nurture Through Nature childcare centre in Balga. One person assisting police with enquiries. Community shocked by deliberate attack.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
Council Forces Review of Coastal Flooding Policy
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.
Vault Minerals gets first strike on executive pay
Vault Minerals faces shareholder rebellion as 52% reject remuneration report over bonuses to departing CEO Luke Tonkin and $517k golden handshake. Read the full details.
35,000 New Perth Apartments Near Train Stations
WA Planning Minister John Carey announces reforms to build 35,000 apartments near 10 Perth train stations, sidelining local councils to accelerate housing development.
$37m for National Child Safety Check System
The Albanese government invests $37 million in a national real-time checking system to prevent criminals from working in childcare, ensuring child safety nationwide.
GenesisCare Radiation Therapists Go On Strike
Radiation therapists at GenesisCare facilities across Australia are taking industrial action over failed pay negotiations. The strike affects cancer treatment services nationwide.
Childcare charged over toddler's gate hanging death
An Australian childcare centre and three staff face charges over the death of toddler Ebony Thompson in an accidental hanging. The case highlights critical failures in child supervision.
Wallsend OOSH Closure Leaves Families Scrambling
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Rise At Dawn Emerges as Five Diamonds Contender
Emerging star Rise At Dawn has stamped his credentials for the $2 million Five Diamonds following an impressive victory at Rosehill Gardens, with trainer Gary Portelli eyeing spring carnival glory.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
NSW childcare centres to display performance ratings
Major childcare reforms in NSW will require centres to publicly display performance ratings, giving parents unprecedented insight into compliance and quality standards.
WA firefighters reject government's pay offer as 'disappointing'
Western Australia's firefighters union has knocked back the state government's latest wage proposal, calling the offer 'disappointing' as industrial tensions escalate.
Developer wins 5-year Floreat high-rise battle
After a gruelling five-year planning conflict, a Perth developer has finally secured approval for a revolutionary high-rise development in the prestigious suburb of Floreat, promising to reshape the local landscape.
Brisbane parking chaos: New pay system angers drivers
Brisbane drivers are fuming over the council's controversial new parking payment method that requires personal details and smartphone access, leaving many feeling excluded and frustrated.
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