Gosnells $132m Aquatic Centre Stalled By Funding Gap
Gosnells $132m aquatic centre stalled due to funding shortfall; city seeks $66m from state and federal governments.
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Newcastle Council Backs Broadmeadow High Speed Rail Stop
Newcastle Council unanimously backs Broadmeadow as high-speed rail stop, pushes for direct airport public transport link.
Newcastle Ocean Baths Renovation Raises Health and Safety Concerns
Newcastle Ocean Baths renovation starts March 14, raising health concerns over concrete pool floor and water quality improvements.
Townsville Council Considers Third Bin for Food and Garden Waste Trial
Townsville City Council considers a FOGO trial to divert food and garden waste from landfill, with a third bin and kitchen caddy proposed.
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Shellharbour Council to Decide on New CEO at Emergency Meeting
Shellharbour City Council holds an extraordinary meeting to decide on a new CEO, following the termination of former CEO Mike Archer in August.
Kiama Mayor Opposes 14-Storey Apartment Plan, Calls Heights 'Far Too High'
Kiama Mayor Cameron McDonald opposes a 14-storey apartment tower, calling it too high and out of character. He urges community to voice concerns.
Cessnock Council Pay Freeze Called Political Theatre
Cessnock councillor pay freeze dismissed as political theatre; critics say savings trivial against $200M revenue and 40% rate hike.
Canberra's New Aquatic Centre to Open Without Dive Pool, Confirms Minister
Canberra's new $138M aquatic centre will lack a dive pool; government considers recreation diving facilities elsewhere.
Nuatali Nelmes Elected Newcastle's Second Female Lord Mayor
Nuatali Nelmes wins Newcastle by-election, becoming second female lord mayor with over 42% of the vote.
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Cockburn Council Proposes New Limits on Backyard Chickens
Cockburn Council proposes new limits on backyard chickens, sparking debate. Caps range from 4 to 30 poultry based on property size.
Pedestrian Crossing Construction Starts After Student Hit Run
ACT government announces pedestrian crossing on Canberra Avenue after two students hit by car; pending NCA approval.
Cessnock Council Seeks 40% Rate Hike to Address Financial Crisis
Cessnock City Council votes to seek 39.9% rate hike to address $8M deficit, sparking fears of affordability in fast-growing NSW region.
West End Residents Protest 16-Storey Development Near School
Parents and residents protest a 16-storey apartment development near West End State School, citing height limit violations and inadequate social infrastructure.
Townsville Council Audit Reveals Contractor Paid Triple Former Wage
Townsville council audit finds contractor paid triple former wage after staff overrode tender process, breaching Queensland regulations.
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Whitsunday Council Reverses Cemetery Flower Ban After Community Outcry
Whitsunday Regional Council reverses cemetery flower ban after community backlash, allowing fresh flowers and personal vases.
Gavin Morris Elected Newcastle Lord Mayor
Gavin Morris, former NBN News presenter, elected Newcastle Lord Mayor after redundancy opened new opportunities.
Truck Crash and Breakdown Cause Major Delays on Perth Freeways and Trains
A truck crash on Kwinana Freeway caused traffic chaos and train cancellations, affecting AC/DC concert travel.
Perth Council Approves $125,000 Workplace Culture Review Amid Confusion
City of Perth approves $125,000 workplace culture review amid confusion; Lord Mayor defends process as essential for transparency.
NSW Police Operation Amarok Nets 592 Arrests, Over 1,000 Charges in Domestic Violence Crackdown
NSW police operation Amarok makes 592 arrests and 1,107 charges in four-day domestic violence blitz; 22 guns seized.
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Three-Year-Old Girl Left Alone on Bus for Four Hours in Central West NSW
A three-year-old girl was left alone on a bus for four hours in Trundle, NSW. A passerby found her and contacted parents. Police investigate.
Union Seeks Guarantee on Stockton Ferry Future
Maritime Union seeks meeting with MP to guarantee Stockton ferry service won't be cut due to Sydney ferry privatisation.
Townsville Mayoral Candidate Defends Recruiting Lost Tourist for Campaign
Townsville mayoral candidate Joanne Keune defends recruiting a lost tourist to campaign for her in exchange for a ride to his cruise ship.
Media Outlets Challenge Suppression Order in Cairns Extortion Case
Media outlets challenge a suppression order hiding a high-profile Queensland man's identity in a Cairns extortion case; judicial review set for July 31.
Liverpool Council Strips Mayor of Spokesperson Role Amid Power Struggle
Liverpool Council votes to remove Mayor Ned Mannoun as spokesperson amid power struggle, following CEO resignation and controversies.
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Council CEO Pay Exceeds Premier's Salary, Sparking Outrage
NSW data shows top council CEOs earn over $500,000, more than the premier, sparking ratepayer fury over high salaries.
Townsville Mayoral Candidates Unveil Priorities Ahead of Postal Vote
Townsville mayoral candidates reveal priorities as postal ballot begins for November 15 by-election after suspended mayor Troy Thompson's CCC investigation.
Woman Wins Four-Year Fight Against $104 Parking Fine, Spends $53k on Legal Battle
SA woman wins 4-year legal fight over $104 parking fine, spends $53k on lawyers; council ordered to pay part of costs.
Woman and Toddler Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash North of Cairns
A 34-year-old woman and a toddler died in a multi-vehicle crash north of Cairns on Friday; police investigate.
Queenscliffe CEO Martin Gill Receives Formal Warning for Likely Breach of Local Government Act
Victoria's smallest council CEO Martin Gill gets formal warning for likely Local Government Act breach over conflict of interest in performance appraisal.
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Geelong Mayor Defends Floating Christmas Tree Amid Cost Concerns
Geelong's floating Christmas tree returns for a second year amid ongoing cost concerns, with Mayor Darryn Lyons defending it as a community gift.
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