New data reveals the soaring cost of education in the Illawarra for 2026. Parents face up to $336,870 for private schooling, while public education hits $95,000 over 13 years. See the full breakdown.
Police have raided a Leopold convenience store following an undercover operation into alleged illegal tobacco sales. A 36-year-old man is set to face court. Read the full details.
New data reveals Perth's public schools are the most affordable in Australia. Discover how the cost of education compares nationally and what it means for families.
Private school fees across the Hunter Region are climbing again for 2026, with some Year 12 costs exceeding $34,000. Find out what your child's education will cost and the key drivers behind the increases.
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.
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.
The Cook Government defends the timeline for tougher vape and tobacco laws as police raid a Bunbury store and investigate a suspicious fire. Critics demand faster action.
A Bunbury convenience store was firebombed overnight, with police investigating links to the illicit vape trade. The attack has heightened community fears of escalating violence.
A 21-year-old Adelaide worker is in stable condition after a violent robbery where he was stabbed in the neck. CCTV captured the terrifying incident in Klemzig.
A 17-year-old boy has been remanded in custody following a suspected arson attack on a Baldivis convenience store, believed to be linked to the illicit tobacco trade. Read the latest court details.
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.
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?
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.
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.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
Australians are paying thousands in hidden convenience fees annually. Financial expert Chris Foster-Ramsay reveals how small charges impact family budgets and shares money-saving strategies.
City of Cockburn considers significant increases to infrastructure contributions for developers, potentially adding thousands to project costs. Learn how this affects local development.
Parents at Canberra's Radford College have overwhelmingly voted no confidence in the school board after a major financial error led to a 23% fee increase. Read the full story.
Radford College introduces new fee structure to address parent concerns over significant increases. Learn how the changes affect tuition and what it means for families in 2026.
Radford College reveals accounting errors led to $840,000 deficit and 23% fee increase for 2026. School leadership explains financial mismanagement details to concerned parents.
Cairns residents face 20% waste fee hikes as Queensland's new waste levy takes effect. Learn how this impacts local dumping costs and council budgets.
Cairns bakeries face profit squeeze from council waste charges, forcing potential pie price hikes. Local businesses struggle with rising operational costs.
Australian government reforms will double arts degree costs to $50,000 while cutting fees for 'job-relevant' courses like teaching and nursing. Explore the education shakeup.
Perth administrators have rejected a proposal for street parking fee waivers for tradespeople, citing potential $1.8 million revenue loss and need for additional staff. The plan aimed to help residents with maintenance costs.
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.
Football Northern NSW announces fee freeze for 2026 season, providing financial relief to clubs and players across the region while maintaining quality programs.
Frustrated families at Radford College are considering withdrawing students as the prestigious Canberra school announces another significant fee increase, leaving parents questioning the value of private education.
Furious parents at Radford College have formed a WhatsApp protest group after the school announced significant fee increases without adequate consultation, leaving families scrambling to manage their budgets.
Exclusive Canberra private school Radford College issues apology and reverses controversial fee increase following intense pressure from angry parents facing financial strain.