FNQ Regional Plan Review Extended to December
Far North Queensland communities gain additional months to review draft regional plan. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie confirms extended consultation period through 2024.
Category : Local Government
Newcastle Council Backs Hamilton Rainbow Crossing Plan
Newcastle Council progresses rainbow crossing for Hamilton's Beaumont Street despite concerns about project prioritisation and funding. Local LGBTQIA+ community celebrates visibility win.
Council denies Helensburgh apartment block rumours
Wollongong City Council has officially denied social media rumours about apartments replacing the Helensburgh Community Centre, confirming plans for a new facility by 2028.
Kiama Mayor opposes state's 14-storey apartment plan
Kiama's Mayor condemns a state government move to approve a 14-storey apartment block, arguing it overrides local community planning. Read the full story.
NSW Council Proposes 40% Rate Hike to Save Services
Yass Valley residents face potential 40% rate increases as council warns of severe service cuts without additional revenue. Learn about the three proposed options.
Townsville mayoral race heats up over $800m pledges
Townsville mayoral candidate David Kippin labels rival Nick Dametto's $800m election promises as 'fantasy' that could force rate hikes. Read the explosive debate.
Council Apologises After 65 Trees Wrongly Chopped
A Perth council is forced to apologise after a contractor mistakenly cut down 65 trees during park upgrades. An investigation is now underway into the green blunder.
Councillor questions $106k Astra Aerolab survey cost
A Newcastle councillor expresses shock over $106,000 spent on Astra Aerolab community survey while social grants remain unfunded. Read the full debate.
Victoria Park Mayor Apologises for 46 Trees Removal
Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon issues public apology after 46 trees wrongly removed during Elizabeth Baillie Reserve upgrades. Town commits to planting 94 replacement trees.
Queenscliff CEO Martin Gill exits role after council vote
Queenscliff Council CEO Martin Gill will finish his role early following a decisive council vote. Discover what's next for the coastal community leadership.
Candidate admits hiding party ties in council race
Townsville council candidate Troy Thompson admits avoiding questions about his party affiliation. Read the full story about the political controversy.
Newcastle Baths Renovation Health Concerns Raised
Community group questions Newcastle Ocean Baths redesign, citing pandemic lessons and public health benefits of open-air facilities. Experts warn another pandemic likely.
Newcastle Council Overhauls Community Feedback Process
City of Newcastle transforms community engagement following Davidson review findings. Learn how council plans to reach beyond 'loudest voices' and improve transparency.
Port Hinchinbrook Revival: Dametto Demands LNP Action
Katter's Australian Party MP Nick Dametto pushes LNP government to fulfill Port Hinchinbrook promises. Will the stalled development finally progress?
Townsville Council Told: Cut Waste, Not Hike Rates
Townsville's Deputy Mayor warns against rate hikes, advocating for fiscal responsibility through waste reduction and smarter spending. Learn how this affects residents.
Private Guards Patrol Melbourne's West After Crime Blitz
Wyndham Council hires private security for suburban patrols following a major police operation and over a dozen arrests. Residents voice safety fears.
Hunter councils seek state takeover of local roads
Hunter region councils are pushing to transfer hundreds of kilometres of local roads to NSW government control amid rising maintenance costs and population growth. Read the full list of roads affected.
Newcastle Ocean Baths roof plan faces backlash
Newcastle Council's proposal to roof the Ocean Baths changerooms over drone surveillance fears has drawn fierce criticism from residents who question the logic after Nobbys shower removal.
Perth CBD 40km/h speed limit plan under review
City of Perth councillors will vote on a plan to expand 40km/h zones across the CBD to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists. The proposal claims minimal impact on travel times.
Newcastle's Hunter Street Mall gets major facelift
Newcastle's Hunter Street Mall revitalisation advances with $16.7M federal funding. New streetscapes, public spaces and Indigenous art to transform the East End. Read more about the city's glow-up.
Labor Supports Two Candidates in Townsville Mayoral Race
The Labor Party endorses two candidates for Townsville mayor despite ECQ concerns about multiple endorsements. Learn how this unprecedented move could reshape local politics.
Greaney Questions Dametto's Riverway Stadium Vision
Townsville councillor questions the viability of a new stadium at Riverway, challenging the vision for the city's sporting infrastructure. Read the full analysis.
Townsville Candidates Clash Over Ross River Dam
Annmaree Greaney and Joanne Keune present competing visions for Ross River Dam's future. Discover how their plans could shape Townsville's water security and recreation.
Council backflips on hospital parking fine
Geelong Council cancels controversial hospital parking fine following community backlash. Read how public pressure forced this decision and what it means for visitors.
Newcastle Mayor's Cancer Diagnosis Stems Abuse Tide
Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge discloses personal health battle to counter malicious rumors, sparking community outrage over political incivility in Newcastle local government.
Aussie Councils Reinvent Local Government Beyond Basic Services
Australian local governments are dramatically expanding their role, moving far beyond traditional services to become key players in community wellbeing, economic development, and digital innovation.
Townsville Council apologises for bin collection delays
Townsville residents face ongoing waste collection headaches as council admits to service delays and staffing challenges affecting wheelie bin services across the city.
New Shellharbour CEO to Transform Workplace Culture
Wayde Peterson takes the helm at Shellharbour City Council with a bold mission to overhaul workplace culture and drive organisational excellence across the Illawarra region.
Wayde Peterson Named Shellharbour Council CEO
Shellharbour Council has appointed Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience and fresh leadership to the region. Discover what this means for the community.
Cassowary Coast's bold light rail vision under scrutiny
The Cassowary Coast Regional Council is pushing for a comprehensive feasibility study into a light rail network that could transform Far North Queensland's transport landscape and boost regional development.
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