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Water security concerns as magnetite miner seeks extension
EPA asked to pause Karara magnetite mine assessment over water concerns Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 9:29am In short: Karara Mining Limited is seeking approval from the Environmental Protection Authority to extend its magnetite ore operations in WA's Midwest until 2048. Mingenew Shire President Hellene McTaggart says there is concern over how the 15-year extension could affect water security. The Shire of Mingenew has asked the EPA to pause its assessment to better study impacts on groundwater supplies.
Outback council hopes sorghum crop will reduce pressure on ratepayers
Richmond Shire Council backs sorghum as higher-return alternative to grazing Mon 1 Jun 2026 at 11:35am An outback Queensland council is growing its own crops to help pay for a more livable community for local ratepayers. The Richmond Shire Council is anticipating its coffers will soon be boosted by up to $500,000, depending on the profit made by this season's sorghum crop growing on the town common. Thirteen hundred hectares of grain sorghum was sown by the local council in January on a...
Obscene acts charges prompt calls for more CCTV
Charges over 'obscene acts' prompt call for more CCTV in WA's Kimberley Mon 8 Jun 2026 at 9:00am In short: A woman in Western Australia's Kimberley says more security cameras would help deter poor behaviour and identify perpetrators. Former Derby resident Maria Sandoval made a complaint to police after she was approached while walking her dogs at night. While the state government has funded some CCTV cameras, the local shire says ongoing maintenance is costly and more funding is needed.
'Panicked' wallabies: Wildlife displaced for sports project, residents say
Reports of wildlife displaced at Fred Caterson Reserve as controversial sports project begins Wed 3 Jun 2026 at 6:42am In short: Residents are accusing a sports project of killing and displacing animals at Fred Caterson Reserve in Sydney's north-west. Three rugby fields and a car park are being built which The Hills Shire Council says will support local population growth. An activist group has taken the council to the Land and Environment Court, alleging a review of environmental factors is...
Robertson's Big Potato 'safe for the time being' amid court appeal
Plan to relocate Robertson's Big Potato rejected by Wingecarribee Council Wed 3 Jun 2026 at 2:07pm In short: The Big Potato has been attracting puzzled stares in the main street of Robertson for more than 50 years. A proposal to relocate the sculpture and build a larger supermarket was refused by Wingecarribee Shire Council's planning panel.
How the relocation of a Bunnings store ignited a furore in this town
Why Bunnings's plan to move 10km from Bunbury has become a 'red hot' political issue Wed 10 Jun 2026 at 4:18pm In short: Bunnings's plan to relocate its Bunbury store has sparked fierce opposition from businesses, politicians and residents. Critics argue the move could hurt nearby retailers and take up land otherwise earmarked for housing during a housing shortage. The hardware giant says the $70 million development will create jobs.
Outback councils look to US oil state to advise on renewables success
Outback councils pay for Texas energy lawyers to spruik renewables Tue 2 Jun 2026 at 8:32am In short: A group of local governments have paid for Texan energy lawyers to visit their region, advocating for renewable developments. They say useful comparisons can be drawn between Texas's renewables boom and the economic potential for the industry in Queensland. The Texan travellers will continue their tour of Queensland, meeting with stakeholders and state government officials.
Breeder withdraws proposal for controversial Victorian puppy farm
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Delays, red tape frustrate parents begging for school crossing
Loch Primary School parents frustrated by delays, red tape around school crossing Sat 6 Jun 2026 at 9:59am In short: Parents at a Gippsland primary school have fought for years to have safe road crossings and flashing signs installed near the school. A nine-year-old boy was struck by a car in late May while crossing the road to get to the school. The local council has plans for safety improvements around the school, which will be finished in mid-2027.
Conviction of Aussie band's 'sixth member' reveals Byron Bay's dark side
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