Victoria's government has enacted the biggest planning reforms in decades, slashing approval times and boosting density. Discover how the YIMBY movement is driving change and the challenges ahead.
Former ICU nurse Julie McFadden urges families to discuss end-of-life care now. Her five-step guide can ease fears and clarify final wishes. Don't wait for a crisis.
A millionaire banker has triumphed over Westminster Council in a planning row about his glass roof terrace, with an inspector ruling it's in keeping with the area. Read the full story.
A millionaire banker has triumphed in a three-year planning row over his glass roof terrace in Belgravia. An inspector ruled it acceptable as 'all his neighbours already have one'. Read the full story.
A concrete caravan park built on Cheshire green belt land without permission faces being torn down after council rejects retrospective plans. Locals had branded it 'vandalism'.
New South Wales residents are urged to search for a share of $300m in unclaimed funds. Interstate claimants may also be eligible for a further $395m. Learn how to claim your money.
New South Wales residents are urged to check if they are owed a share of $300 million in unclaimed money. Interstate residents may also be eligible for a further $395m. Search the Revenue NSW portal now.
Revenue NSW is holding almost $300 million in unclaimed cheques and refunds. Find out how to check if you are owed a share of the massive cash pool.
Beachgoers in NSW are urged to become citizen scientists to monitor and protect threatened turtle nests from the Tweed to Batemans Bay. Every reported nest will be safeguarded.
Olympic champions and sports bodies warn that proposed planning reforms could lead to a mass sell-off of vital community playing fields. They urge the government to keep crucial protections.
New South Wales parliament fast-tracks sweeping gun control and protest restrictions, sparking a Coalition split and civil liberties outcry. Read the full details.
NSW Premier Chris Minns announces major gun law reforms following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Read the latest on the investigation and national security response.
A 57-year-old's fear of outliving their savings is more common than admitted. Financial educator Vanessa Stoykov explains how $480k can grow and offers a roadmap to clarity for retirement planning.
A Wokingham taxi driver says he's been left suicidal after the council ordered him to pay a £104,000 Community Infrastructure Levy for building an extension that breached approved plans. Read his story.
A truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries caught fire near Yass, closing the Hume Highway for hours. Toxic vapour risk prompted a 700m exclusion zone. Read the latest on the disruption.
Heavily-armed NSW Police officers arrested a group of males in Liverpool, southwest Sydney. The police operation concluded with no ongoing risk to the public. Read the latest details.
Labour announces radical planning reforms to fast-track 1.5 million homes in five years, including new rules for green belt stations, swift bricks, and biodiversity. Discover the local impact.
The NSW Parliament will be urgently recalled to pass stricter gun laws and new protest restrictions following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Premier Chris Minns says the changes are vital for community safety.
Sweeping planning reforms unveiled by Labour ministers could see thousands of residential gardens lost to development. Critics warn of a 'free for all' for developers. Read the full story.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed unveils planning overhaul to prevent 'weaponisation' of objections, aiming to accelerate 1.5 million new homes. Read the full details.
Fast bowler Ross Pawson suspended by Cricket NSW as police investigate sexual touching allegations. No charges have been laid. Full story and official statements here.
Event planners reveal four key strategies for hosting a fantastic festive gathering without overspending. Focus on atmosphere, not expense, to create lasting memories.
A firefighter has tragically died battling a blaze in New South Wales, as the state's premier warns of a 'foreboding' start to the bushfire season. Read the latest on the emergency response and official warnings.
Fears grow as destructive bushfires ravage NSW Central Coast and Hunter, destroying at least 16 homes. Over 1,200 firefighters battle 76 blazes. Follow official warnings.
A fierce bushfire has destroyed multiple homes and forced evacuations on the NSW Central Coast. Firefighters are battling the blaze amid challenging conditions. Read the latest updates.
TV presenter Sarah Beeny holds crisis talks with Somerset Council over her illegally built £3m mansion. A six-year planning battle with locals could see the 'mini-Downton Abbey' razed. Read the latest.
Emergency services search for missing 18-year-old swimmer at Little Bay Beach, Arakoon. Search suspended overnight, resuming Monday morning. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
A bitter dispute erupts in Bristol's Redland over 'ludicrous' garden plans. Neighbours fear a 'concrete pit' while the homeowner insists it's for family. Discover the full story.
Andrew Causley must demolish his garden summer house after an 18-month planning dispute with a neighbour and Exeter City Council. The couple vow to fight the decision.
Royal Mail driver Andrew Causley faces demolition order for his garden summer house after 18-month planning dispute with Exeter City Council. Read the full story.