Tag: Government and Politics
Privately run public hospitals opposed
The State Opposition plans to introduce legislation in an attempt to stop the government from allowing private companies to run Western Australia's public hospitals.[MORE]
Council seeks social strategy input
The Kalgoorlie Boulder City Council is seeking community input to develop a long-term social plan for the region.[MORE]
ALP once favoured stormwater to drink: Greens
The Greens say Labor is being misleading about the safety of stormwater for drinking.[MORE]
MP attacks 'skimmed off' school stimulus spending
The Member for Wagga, Daryl Maguire, has joined his federal Liberal counterpart in Farrer in criticising the way the federal schools stimulus money is being spent.[MORE]
Ellendale black spots 'a priority'
The Geraldton-Greenough council will discuss the issue of mobile phone black spots when it meets for its weekly briefing session tonight.[MORE]
Investors judge Brisbane houses 'least value for money'
A new survey has found investors believe Sydney and Brisbane house prices offer the least value for money.[MORE]
Campaign against nursing home sale gets boost
A small group of residents struggling to stop the sale of a nursing home in the south-western are closer to their goal after a visit to Sydney.[MORE]
Shand corruption jury considering its verdict
A jury has retired to consider its verdict in the trial of a Brisbane businessman accused of making a corrupt payment to a Queensland Government minister.[MORE]
MP challenges fundraiser timing
Greens' MP Lee Rhiannon has questioned the timing of an ALP fundraiser hosted by the Member for Wollongong, Noreen Hay.[MORE]
NSW records slight rise in domestic tourism
New South Wales Tourism Minister Jodi McKay says there are positive signs for New South Wales in the latest tourism figures.[MORE]
Unions push for $27 jump in minimum wage
The Australian Council of Trade Unions is pushing for a $27 per week increase in the minimum wage. [MORE]
Council submits harbour land development plans
Shellharbour council has lodged plans detailing the development of land around the Shell Cove boat harbour and marina.[MORE]
Tanner cool on super increase
Federal Finance Minister Lindsay Tanner says the Government has no plans to lift the compulsory superannuation contribution from its current level of 9 per cent.[MORE]
Solar proponent plans pilot project
A company planning a $400 million solar energy plant near Mildura, in north-west Victoria, says it is planning to start work next year on a pilot project at the site.[MORE]
Mayor airs planning power fears
Wingecarribee council has raised concerns about the New South Wales Government's plans to take away more planning decisions from local councils.[MORE]
Council to manage community hub development
The Swan Hill Council has stepped in to push the progress of a $6.2 million redevelopment of the city's racecourse.[MORE]
Rann admits mistakes in personal life
Days ahead of the SA poll, Premier Mike Rann has touched on mistakes in his personal life.[MORE]
19yo to run for ALP in Farrer
A teenager from Albury in southern New South Wales will contest the seat of Farrer for the ALP at the next federal election.[MORE]
"Good take-up' at free swine flu vaccinations
More than 55,000 Queenslanders have been vaccinated against swine flu so far at free weekend clinics being held at high schools around the state.[MORE]
Wind tower sparks lightning strike fears
A central Victorian residents' group will appeal against a decision to re-erect an 80 metre wind tower at Baynton East, north of Kyneton, due to bushfire concerns.[MORE]
CBD bus stops plan gets support
The Bendigo Business Council has given its support to bus stops along Mitchell Street and the use of the railway station as a bus interchange.[MORE]
Seniors want more CBD seats
Senior citizens at Coonabarabran have raised concerns about a lack of seating in the town's CBD.[MORE]
Bligh, Newman push for help funding public transport
Newman, Bligh want south-east Queensland councils to 'pitch in' to help cover the cost of running public transport.[MORE]
NSW puts credit card fees under examination
A new study will scrutinise credit card surcharges in a bid to stop consumers being slugged with excessive fees.[MORE]
