Canberra Insurance Excesses Soar After Tobacco Shops Open
Canberra residents face steep increases in insurance excesses, with premiums rising up to 30% after new tobacco shops opened, sparking concerns over crime and community safety.
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Canberra Fuel Prices Fall Below $2 After 50 Days
Canberra motorists are finally seeing relief as fuel prices drop below $2 per litre after 50 days of elevated costs, driven by global oil market shifts and local competition.
Sliceria Opens Second Canberra Pizza Shop Today
Chef Hemm's acclaimed Sliceria pizza shop opens its second Canberra location today at 62 Constitution Avenue, featuring opening specials and extended hours.
Guzman y Gomez Targets Corio for New Drive-Through in Geelong
Mexican food chain Guzman y Gomez is expanding in Geelong with a proposed drive-through restaurant in Corio, aiming to boost local dining options and create jobs.
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$80M Seven-Storey Apartment Complex Planned for Belmont Street
A major $80 million development proposal for a seven-storey apartment complex on Belmont Street in Belmont has been unveiled, aiming to transform a busy corridor with modern housing.
Tasmanians Slash Bills Using Aurora Energy's Free Power Hours
Savvy Tasmanians are reducing electricity costs by using Aurora Energy's free Power Hours for washing, cooking, and EV charging, with 100,000 customers benefiting.
Young WA Buyers Turn to Rentvesting in Housing Crisis
Young homebuyers in Western Australia are increasingly adopting rentvesting as a strategy to enter the property market, adapting to high prices and limited affordability in the current housing crisis.
Glencore Pays $3M+ to Port of Newcastle After Court Loss
Glencore has been compelled to pay more than $3 million to the Port of Newcastle following an unsuccessful court appeal over disputed port charges, marking a significant legal and financial outcome.
Council Rejects Retrospective Approval for 200m Metal Fence
The City of Cockburn has refused retrospective approval for a 200m Colorbond fence in Beeliar, citing inconsistency with rural zoning laws, potentially leading to a costly legal battle at the State Administrative Tribunal.
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Wanneroo Business Expo 2026 at Neerabup Robotics Hub
The Wanneroo Business and Community Expo will be held at the Australian Automation and Robotics Precinct in Neerabup on April 30, 2026, featuring over 50 booths and networking opportunities.
Nedlands Baths $27m Redevelopment Stalls After 3 Years
The $27 million redevelopment of JoJo's Jetty at Nedlands Baths has stalled, with no plans lodged three years after the project was announced, raising concerns over delays and community impact.
Saffioti Celebrates New Australind Era
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti marks a milestone as the new Australind service begins, promising enhanced connectivity and modern rail travel for Western Australia.
Fertiliser Boost Pledged in Government Insurance Deal
The Australian government has announced a new insurance agreement that includes a significant pledge to increase fertiliser support for farmers, aiming to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.
Seafood Industry: Decade to Recover from Algal Bloom
South Australia's seafood industry remains grounded with over 100 fishing operators affected, as experts warn recovery from the harmful algal bloom could take at least ten years.
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BHP Hits Record Mining Results in South Australia Outback
BHP reports record results from mines in South Australia's far north, while the federal government sought the company's help for urgent diesel supplies.
Meriton Boycotts Sydney for Queensland Over Planning Issues
Australia's largest apartment developer Meriton has halted land purchases in Sydney, citing unviable costs and slow approvals, and is now targeting Queensland for future projects.
Queensland to turn animal fat into renewable diesel by 2028
Queensland invests $25M to produce renewable diesel from tallow and animal fats at Ampol's Lytton refinery, aiming for 20 million litres annually by 2028.
Major Airport Chaos Over Unattended Item Probe
A major Australian airport is in chaos after federal police investigate an unattended item, with an exclusion zone set up and thousands of travellers affected.
Byrnecut's Australian profit jumps to $140m on gold boom
Byrnecut's Australian division reported a $140m profit, driven by a surge in underground gold mining activities across the country.
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WA Gold's Abercromby Study Shows Low-Capex Gold Potential
WA Gold's scoping study for the Abercromby gold project near Wiluna reveals a low-capex staged start-up with rapid payback via toll treatment, targeting 114,494 ounces over 4.5 years.
Cochlear shares plunge 41% after second earnings downgrade
Cochlear shares hit a decade low after the hearing implant pioneer slashed its full-year earnings guidance for the second time in two months, citing softer sales and US policy changes.
Variety NSW Bash 2026 Cancelled Over Fuel Costs
The Variety NSW Bash 2026 has been cancelled due to rising fuel prices and scarcity, impacting participants and charities. Organisers cite economic pressures as the main reason.
Half of new WA hospital beds delayed until after winter
Only half of the 120 new hospital beds promised for Joondalup and Midland will be ready before winter, with the rest arriving in August, causing concerns about flu season pressure.
Perth petrol prices drop to lowest since March 2026
Perth petrol prices have fallen to their lowest since March 2026. The cheapest service stations are revealed as drivers enjoy relief at the bowser.
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Hastings Tech Metals Nears First Revenue from Thai Rare Earths Plant
Hastings Technology Metals is set to generate first revenue from its Kabin Buri Hydromet Plant in Thailand in Q4 2024, with year-one revenue estimated at US$53.4 million.
WA shoppers still waiting for $790m Westfield Booragoon revamp
Western Australian shoppers are no closer to seeing the $790 million Westfield Booragoon redevelopment come to life, with no timeline for construction.
Wollongong Central Goes Ticketless Parking
Wollongong Central shopping centre launches a new ticketless parking system using licence plate recognition, aiming to streamline entry and exit for shoppers.
Eromanga Pitches as Australia's Fuel Powerhouse to Ease Crisis
Eromanga, a remote Queensland town with under 50 residents, is leveraging its vast oil reserves to address Australia's fuel supply pressures, with leaders dubbing it the 'Kuwait of Australia'.
Huntington Apartment Aims for $5.25M Newcastle Record
A luxury apartment in Newcastle's Huntington development is listed for $5.25 million, potentially setting a new building price record in the region.
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Australind Train Returns in June After Three-Year Closure
The Australind train from Perth to Bunbury will restart on June 29, following delays from Armadale line works. Services will begin with one train on select days, expanding to four by early next year.
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