Nine years after a suspicious fire destroyed the Serbian Club in Mawson, Canberra, a bitter dispute over the sale proceeds has erupted between community groups, with unresolved questions about the investigation and fund allocation.
Canberra residents express diverse views in letters to the editor, covering local governance, carbon tax urgency, and international conflicts, highlighting community engagement and concerns.
The Town of East Fremantle has been named among nine local governments failing to meet financial reporting deadlines, citing delays with its Community Park audit.
Ratepayers in Victoria Park face an extra month's wait for answers about unauthorised removal of 46 trees at Elizabeth Baillie Park, as town staff seek time for a peer review.
John Hollywood, who served as a councillor at both the City of Wanneroo and City of Joondalup, has died aged 78. He is remembered as a passionate community advocate and environmental campaigner.
Residents in the City of Canning are facing a severe parking shortage due to infill development, with complaints about overcrowded streets and limited solutions from local authorities.
City of Fremantle electors have passed a motion of no confidence in the mayor, council, and chief executive regarding financial stewardship and long-term sustainability concerns.
Newcastle Herald readers advocate for mandatory periodic driver testing at personal cost, while debating GST abolition, multiculturalism, and historical recognition in diverse letters.
A 16-year-old boy has been charged with multiple offences, including rape and abduction, after a teenager was allegedly lured into a public toilet in Flagstaff Hill and assaulted.
A Perth council has officially renamed Blackboy Park to Koolyanga Park after deeming the original name offensive and racist, following extensive community consultation.
Lockhart River Mayor Wayne Butcher has been taken into custody at a Cairns watch house following allegations of a bail breach, raising concerns in the Far North Queensland community.
Christie Jade Noonan has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for a drunken assault, highlighting the legal consequences of alcohol-fuelled violence in the community.
Shane Adams has appeared at the Geelong Magistrates Court following an alleged pub brawl. The case highlights local legal proceedings and community safety concerns.
Newcastle detectives have released additional CCTV footage as they investigate two suspicious fires at a Wickham gym, seeking two men and a silver Toyota hatchback.
Three residents in a Hamilton South unit building were assaulted and robbed in separate incidents over four days, with police investigating possible links between the attacks involving bladed weapons.
Shellharbour City Council is considering a draft policy to ban smoking and vaping on all council-owned land, including sportsgrounds, beaches, and skate parks, with fines for non-compliance.
A section of Mount Ousley Road in Wollongong will be fully closed this weekend to facilitate major interchange construction, with detours and heavy vehicle restrictions in place.
A summary of the cases and individuals appearing at the Cairns Magistrates Court on Wednesday, February 4, covering various legal matters from traffic offences to more serious allegations.
A detailed rundown of all individuals scheduled to appear at the Townsville Magistrates Court on Wednesday, February 4, covering various charges and legal proceedings.
A summary of all individuals scheduled to appear before the Geelong Magistrates Court on Wednesday, February 4, detailing the local legal proceedings for the day.
The District Court of Queensland will hold sittings in Townsville from February 4, addressing local cases and enhancing judicial access for the community.
The ACT Greens call for contract cancellation of the troubled MyWay+ public transport ticketing system, citing numerous failures and taxpayer waste.
A Geelong man has been sentenced for dangerous driving near a school zone, highlighting community safety concerns. The incident involved reckless behaviour that put children at risk.
A city councillor is refusing to apologise for a 'belittling' social media video targeting colleagues, despite findings it breached multiple standards.
Readers in Newcastle share diverse opinions on grey nomad camping opportunities, the impacts of colonisation, immigration debates, Centrelink delays, Knights NRL prospects, and acts of kindness.
Former Nedlands CEO Keri Shannon has officially parted ways with the City, just weeks before local government elections. Her departure follows months of leave and a tenure marked by controversy.
Wollongong City Council has submitted a formal critique to a NSW parliamentary review, alleging the state's Reconstruction Authority failed to provide targeted support after the 2024 floods.
Mayors from the Hunter Joint Organisation outline key infrastructure priorities, including a $50 million freight terminal at Newcastle Airport, ahead of the 2027 state election.
WA Police are urgently seeking Brett Albert Audrain, last seen in Canning Vale, as part of an ongoing investigation. Public urged to contact authorities if sighted.
NSW Police extend public assembly restrictions in Sydney's CBD and eastern suburbs for 14 more days, citing safety concerns following the Bondi terror attack.