Common Sense Missing in Council Petition Decisions
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Brisbane Broncos' controversial rebrand faces fan backlash over removed 'Broncos' text from logo and navy away strip. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers praises the changes. Read more.
Jun Peng's cat died from lily toxicity after he received a condolence bouquet. His petition for mandatory warning labels has garnered thousands of signatures. Learn the symptoms to protect your pet.
Frustration mounts as Tuggeranong's promised twin-sheet ice sports centre remains unbuilt three years after government approval. Local MLAs and community launch petition to break the freeze.
Four Albion Park residents petition Shellharbour Council for an acoustic barrier and double glazing to combat 'unhealthy' traffic noise and pollution from Ashburton Drive.
Over 10,000 residents demand removal of heavy vehicles from Adelaide Hills roads. Greens MLC Robert Simms to call for public inquiry in parliament today.
Young activists launch petition to expand Newcastle's light rail network beyond city centre, addressing transport gaps and safety concerns. Join the movement for better public transport.
In a major victory for local residents, Greater Geelong council has refused controversial plans for a $1.7 million petrol station after overwhelming community opposition.