Property Council fumes over $300m Perth parking levy
WA's Property Council erupts over a new $300 million CBD parking tax, warning it will cripple Perth's economic recovery and hurt workers. Read the full details.
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East Fremantle Council votes to pay itself super
East Fremantle councillors have unanimously voted to receive superannuation payments, backdated to the October elections. The move aligns the Town with larger councils.
Charity Law Chaos: Australia's Not-for-Profit Regulatory Mess
Australia's 600,000 community groups face a nightmare of overlapping state and federal regulations. Denis Moriarty argues the system is broken and needs a reboot. Read why.
Vincent Tarzia Resigns as SA Liberal Leader
Vincent Tarzia has resigned as South Australian Liberal leader following the party's 2025 state election defeat. Read the full story on his decision and the search for a new opposition leader.
WA Sole State Without Help to Buy Scheme
Western Australia is the last state yet to implement the federal Help to Buy scheme, with the opposition blaming Labor government delays. Find out why homebuyers are waiting.
WA's $1.2b Stamp Duty Windfall Sparks Tax Reform Debate
Western Australia's stamp duty revenue has surged to $1.2 billion, far exceeding forecasts. This windfall highlights the urgent need for broader state tax reform to create a fairer and more stable system. Read the full analysis.
Tragic death of Brisbane teen before graduation shocks community
The mother of Wellington Point State High School graduate Joshua Kai Belden thanks the community for support after his sudden death. Tributes flow for the 18-year-old. Read more.
SA Opposition Leader Vincent Tarzia resigns suddenly
South Australian Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia sensationally quits three months before the state election. Get the latest on the leadership shock and what it means for March 2025.
Zempilus critiques WA government's housing record
Basil Zempilus examines the Cook Government's housing performance, questioning its achievements amid Perth's affordability crisis. Read the full analysis.
State Planners Block Warwick Quarter's 1040 Apartments
The State Planning Commission has rejected a major seven-tower proposal for Warwick Quarter, citing density and design concerns. Discover the details and what's next for the site.
Government's FOI crackdown set for humiliating Senate defeat
The Albanese government's controversial freedom of information reforms are headed for a Senate defeat after the Coalition and Greens joined forces to oppose the bill. Read why critics call it a 'secrecy bill'.
$5M Motorplex contract to firm linked to bikie
The Cook Government faces scrutiny after awarding a $5 million Motorplex contract to a company linked to bikie Benjamin David Ortin. Questions arise over due diligence.
Zempilas Leadership Fails to Dent WA Labor's Poll Lead
New Painted Dog Research poll shows Basil Zempilas has barely shifted the dial for the WA Liberals, while Premier Roger Cook faces voter anger on cost of living. Full analysis inside.
Tasmania's AFL stadium gets green light from parliament
Tasmania's parliament has approved the contentious $1.13 billion Macquarie Point stadium, a key condition for the state's entry into the AFL and AFLW in 2028. The divisive project now moves forward.
Cook Won't Promise More Funding After Kennedy Resigns
WA Premier Roger Cook declines to guarantee extra funding for the Electoral Commission after Commissioner Robert Kennedy's resignation over polling booth chaos. What's next for WA's electoral integrity?
Major 15-storey redevelopment planned for Wollongong CBD site
A former University of Wollongong student accommodation site could be transformed with apartment towers up to 15 storeys high, delivering around 300 new homes near the CBD and hospital. Read the latest plans.
SA Govt to Fight Teens in High Court Over Social Media Ban
Premier Peter Malinauskas backs a High Court battle against two 15-year-olds challenging SA's incoming social media age limit. The state will intervene to defend its controversial policy.
WA Electoral Commissioner resigns after pressure
WA's Electoral Commissioner Robert Kennedy has resigned after The West Australian revealed Parliament was set to force him out. Read the full story on the political upheaval.
WA Opposition Backs Fast-Track Approvals Bill
WA's opposition has backed a government bill to fast-track major project approvals, but critics warn it could create new bottlenecks and sideline environmental concerns. Read the full analysis.
Dentist Jacky Chan banned for upskirting offences
Perth dental surgeon Jacky Chan has been struck off for four years after secretly photographing up women's skirts. Read the full details of the tribunal's ruling.
WA Parliament to vote on Electoral Commissioner's future
WA Premier Roger Cook has dismissed claims the Electoral Commissioner is a scapegoat as Robert Kennedy resists calls to resign over the March 8 state election. A parliamentary vote looms.
Evidence questions 'upstander' bullying strategy in schools
Recent high-quality studies suggest encouraging students to confront bullies may be counterproductive. Experts urge schools to focus on evidence-based whole-school approaches instead.
Mayne Pharma Shares Crash on Government PBS Decision
Mayne Pharma's stock plummeted 20% after the government removed key products from the PBS. Discover the full impact on investors and the pharmaceutical sector.
Coup Rumours Revive Premier's Execution Edict Memories
Rumours of a political coup in South Australia have resurfaced, drawing unsettling parallels to Premier Smithson's own controversial 'execution edict' from his past. Explore the details and implications for state politics.
State Planning Commission to reject $278m Warwick Quarter
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.
SA Labor on Track for Landslide 2026 Election Victory
The Malinauskas Government is poised for a historic election win, with the SA Liberals at risk of losing all but a few seats. Analysis reveals internal turmoil and a bleak outlook for the opposition.
Support Australia's Community Volunteers This Summer
This International Volunteer Day, Australians are urged to move beyond gratitude and offer practical support to the community volunteers who are the backbone of our towns, especially as we face another high-risk summer season.
Government consultant spending jumps $135m despite pledge
Federal government spending on external consultants surged to $756 million last year, contradicting Labor's promise to build public service capability. Analysis reveals $135m increase.
UK Closes Pension Loophole for Australians
British government shocks Australian expats by closing National Insurance loophole that allowed cheap state pension access. Learn how this affects your retirement plans.
Cook Pushes Development Law Reform Before Summer Break
WA Premier Roger Cook urges parliament to pass crucial development legislation before summer recess. The reforms aim to streamline approvals and boost housing supply across Western Australia.
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