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.
A developer seeks bonus height for a Mosman Park complex, promising large family apartments to meet unmet demand. Decision expected November 27.
Audit reveals Douglas Shire Council paid former employee triple their wage as contractor. Investigation uncovers serious procurement breaches and governance failures.
WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti accuses Victoria Park council of misleading residents about Burswood racetrack plans. Get the latest on the heated development dispute.
Opening of new Mosman Park playground postponed after contractors discover arsenic-contaminated soil during construction. Cleanup costs exceed $20,000.
A surprise discovery during construction has pushed back the opening of Mosman Park's new playground to 2025. Find out what workers uncovered and the revised timeline.
A man and woman face over 30 drug supply charges after police found cocaine, magic mushrooms and cash in an Albion Park vehicle. Read the latest on the Strike Force Alamillio investigation.
Joondalup residents face potential service cuts as the city council confronts a $20 million operational deficit. Learn how this budget crisis could impact your community.
The City of Cockburn revises its budget surplus down by $102,000 due to unforeseen expenses for Omeo Park toilet cleaning, signage, and consultants. Discover the financial impact.
Maitland Council expresses disappointment as cruise ships cancel visits following Newcastle's approval of Rising Tide protest, costing local businesses millions.
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.
A $6.5 million wakeboarding park in Geelong gets council approval after resolving aviation safety concerns. The facility promises jobs and tourism benefits for the region.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud warns next year's budget will be the 'hardest ever' as council works to meet state government requirements for financial recovery.
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
Black Swan Lake in Lakelards is set for a major upgrade, featuring a new action-packed playground, inclusive amenities, and improved pathways. Construction starts this month.
Wollongong beachgoers get 43 new parking spaces at South Beach just in time for summer. Council urges use of buses and active transport for easier access.
Developers behind Canberra's delayed twin-sheet ice rink hit back at criticism and propose Commonwealth Park and Majura Park as alternative locations to Tuggeranong.
Wollongong Council has approved halving developer contributions for new hotels to 1%, sparking debate over lost revenue versus tourism incentives. Read the full story.
An elderly woman was sexually assaulted in Brooklyn Park, Ashtonfield. Maitland police are urging witnesses with CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
A 58-year-old man was punched and kicked on Vickery Street near Wiseman Park Reserve. Police seek witnesses and dashcam footage. Call Crime Stoppers with information.
A Victoria Park footbridge closed after lighting fell just missing a cyclist. Main Roads WA investigating the incident that occurred less than a year after opening. Stay updated.
Three men receive lengthy prison sentences for the brutal murder of Ricardo Vieira in Rivervale Park over a $10,000 drug debt. Justice served in Perth Supreme Court.
Four Albion Park residents petition Shellharbour Council for an acoustic barrier and double glazing to combat 'unhealthy' traffic noise and pollution from Ashburton Drive.
A fast-moving bushfire has closed Brand Highway north of Gingin. A Watch and Act warning is in place for parts of Moore River National Park. Residents urged to leave now.
More than 3000 people attended Equestrian in the Park at Langley Park, featuring elite showjumping, Olympians, and The Block winners Britt and Taz Etto. Discover the highlights!
Bailey Rogerson, granddaughter of Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Graeme Rogerson, fights for life after Arawa Park race fall. Updates on her condition.
NSW faces a severe weather split: extreme fire danger in the Hunter and Northwest, while snow and rescues hit the Alps. Residents urged to stay informed and leave early if threatened.
Cairns property market shows strength with multiple successful auctions and sales. Discover which suburbs performed best in our latest market analysis.
Lake Macquarie Council invites community feedback to shape the future master plan for Speers Point Park. Share your ideas before December 14 to help transform this beloved green space.
Australia's largest trampoline park chain Flip Out announces new Geelong location in Newcomb, creating 50+ jobs and family entertainment hub. Opening early 2025.