Expanding Political Pathways for Voter Choice

Political commentator Clare Feenan argues that diversifying entry routes into politics is essential to provide voters with genuine electoral options and strengthen democracy.

Hunter Council Considers Cuts Due to Cash Flow Issues

Upper Hunter Shire Council faces financial strain, considering staff redundancies and service cuts after breaching funding rules. Options include loans and seeking ministerial intervention to address cash flow concerns.

Nationals MPs Lose $60k Pay After Coalition Split

Nationals frontbenchers will lose nearly $60,000 each in salary allowances following the party's split from the Coalition, with committee roles revoked and staff reductions underway.

Honours Backlog: Aussies Die Before Recognition

A growing backlog in Australia Day Honours processing means record numbers of high achievers are receiving awards posthumously, with systemic issues and funding deficits causing significant delays.

Lake Illawarra Police Chief on Youth and Crime

Superintendent Craig Ireland discusses his four-year tenure in Lake Illawarra, highlighting youth engagement through sport and efforts to reduce domestic violence and property crime.

Liberal-National Coalition Splits in Historic Move

The Liberal-National coalition has formally split, ending decades of political partnership and reshaping Australia's federal landscape with immediate implications for policy and governance.

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