Cairns Council audit finds dodgy contracts, staff face action
Cairns Regional Council audit uncovers serious procurement breaches in contracts worth millions. CEO warns of disciplinary action as investigation continues.
Cairns Regional Council audit uncovers serious procurement breaches in contracts worth millions. CEO warns of disciplinary action as investigation continues.
Subiaco's SRG Global surges after securing $650m in new contracts, boosting its share price by over 110% in a year. Discover the projects driving this growth.
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.
Newcastle Knights' top-30 roster is set for 2026 NRL season, but player movement continues with contract negotiations and departures. Follow all the latest updates.
Emma Garlett argues Indigenous procurement policy benefits must reach more Aboriginal businesses. Learn how Australia can improve economic participation.
Australian shipbuilder Austal calls for urgent action on WA defence manufacturing precinct, warning South Australia is aggressively pursuing their business. Defence industry at critical juncture.
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.
Retired Major General Greg Melick demands Albanese government significantly increase defence funding, warning Australia remains unprepared for potential conflicts in the volatile Indo-Pacific region.
A former Transport Accident Commission employee faces court over alleged corrupt conduct. The IBAC investigation reveals serious misconduct within the government agency. Read the latest developments.
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.
Queenscliff Council CEO Martin Gill will finish his role early following a decisive council vote. Discover what's next for the coastal community leadership.
Gough Whitlam's formative years in Canberra profoundly influenced his ambitious government agenda and belief in federal power. Discover the lasting impact 50 years after the Dismissal.
Townsville council candidate Troy Thompson admits avoiding questions about his party affiliation. Read the full story about the political controversy.
A Department of Families, Fairness and Housing staffer in Geelong challenges unfair dismissal after being fired for alleged misconduct. The case now proceeds to Fair Work Commission.
Exclusive roundtable reveals mounting frustration among business leaders and local government over bureaucratic red tape stalling vital projects across Australia.
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.
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.
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.
Western Australia's Labor government confronts mounting internal pressure as mining companies show disappointing uptake of crucial sexual harassment program, sparking outrage among party members.
Wayde Peterson takes the helm at Shellharbour City Council with a bold mission to overhaul workplace culture and drive organisational excellence across the Illawarra region.
Shellharbour Council has appointed Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience and fresh leadership to the region. Discover what this means for the community.
Ex-mayor Jenny Hill's push for a comprehensive audit of Townsville Council operations encounters significant legal and procedural obstacles that could derail the investigation.
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.
Controversial new legislation gives the Australian government unprecedented powers to suspend welfare payments, raising serious human rights concerns among legal experts and advocates.
A Geelong man caring for his terminally ill wife has been hit with an 'inhumane' parking fine, sparking outrage and calls for council compassion reform.
Former City of Cockburn deputy mayor Chontelle Stone has narrowly survived a controversial push to remove her from council, with the motion failing in a tense 6-5 vote that exposed deep divisions within the local government.
The Cook Government has sold 18 affordable housing apartments in East Perth for $18 million as part of a landmark project aimed at helping low-income earners get into the property market.
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
WA Premier Roger Cook cites health reasons for scrapping the $500M police complex, but critics question the timing and lack of medical evidence. Discover the political chess game unfolding in Western Australia.
Shoalhaven City Councillor Jason Cox has resigned abruptly following serious assault charges, sending shockwaves through the local community and political circles.