Environmental groups launch major campaign against Planning Bill
Environmental organisations launch unprecedented campaign against new planning legislation, warning it threatens vital protections for nature and green spaces across England.
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Byron Bay backlash over alcohol restrictions
Exclusive: The idyllic coastal town of Byron Bay is divided as residents fight back against controversial new liquor laws they claim are killing the town's vibrant nightlife and threatening local businesses.
Labour's planning bill threatens England's nature
The Labour government's controversial planning reforms threaten to concrete over England's countryside while failing to deliver genuinely affordable housing. Exclusive analysis reveals the environmental cost of rushed development.
NSW Protest Laws Struck Down as Unconstitutional
In a stunning legal blow to the New South Wales government, the state's controversial anti-protest legislation has been declared unconstitutional following a challenge by Palestine Action Group activists.
Boston supermarket fury: Council accused of 'communist' tactics
Lincolnshire residents erupt in anger as council officials push through controversial supermarket development, with locals comparing the heavy-handed approach to Soviet-era planning methods.
NSW housing law overhaul risks coalmine approvals surge
Exclusive: Environmental groups demand transparency as controversial planning reforms in New South Wales could fast-track new coal projects under streamlined housing legislation.
Superannuation Overhaul: New Rules Proposed for Your Retirement
Australian workers face significant changes to their superannuation as new government proposals aim to protect retirement savings from excessive fees and underperforming funds. Discover how these reforms could impact your financial future.
Sydney Housing Crisis: Development Favours Wealthy Suburbs
Exclusive analysis reveals how New South Wales' desperate push for new housing may be disproportionately benefiting affluent Sydney suburbs, raising questions about equitable urban development.
Boy, 11, dies in ute rollover while driving illegally
A community mourns as an 11-year-old boy loses his life in a horrific ute rollover in northern NSW, with another child injured in the devastating incident that occurred while the vehicle was being driven illegally.
NSW Court Ruling Threatens Peaceful Protest Rights
A landmark legal decision in New South Wales could dramatically reshape protest rights, raising alarm among civil liberties groups about the future of democratic dissent.
Council uses anti-gang laws on small business planning breaches
A Labour-led council faces criticism for deploying serious crime prevention orders - designed to combat organised crime - against small businesses for minor planning violations, raising concerns about disproportionate use of power.
Sydney councillor resigns amid ICAC corruption probe
Strathfield Councillor Ibrahim Helmy steps down following ICAC investigation into claims he helped developers bypass planning rules in exchange for benefits, sending shockwaves through local government.
London neighbours in bitter bin store planning dispute
A Kensington and Chelsea planning dispute over a modest bin store has escalated into a bitter neighbour feud, revealing the tensions lurking behind multi-million pound properties in one of London's most exclusive postcodes.
Eric Clapton in Surrey planning row with neighbours
Rock icon Eric Clapton embroiled in planning dispute with neighbours over extensive renovations to his £15million Surrey estate, including new fencing and security measures that locals claim are causing disruption.
Labour's radical planning shake-up targets green belt for new towns
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party unveils ambitious planning reforms targeting green belt land for new housing developments, drawing comparisons to Disney-style communities and sparking controversy over urban sprawl and local democracy.
Bizarre UK Laws That Could Get You Fined
Discover the strange and outdated laws still active across Britain that could see you fined for everyday activities from handling salmon suspiciously to knocking on doors and running away.
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet resigns amid integrity probe
New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet has abruptly resigned from politics following a scathing anti-corruption report and internal party pressure, triggering a leadership contest in Australia's most populous state.
NSW Psychiatrists Win 20% Pay Rise After Health Dispute
Psychiatrists across New South Wales' public hospitals have won a significant 20% salary increase following a successful dispute resolution with NSW Health, addressing long-standing workforce retention concerns.
NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks
Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.
Court finds issues with NSW Police strip searches
A landmark court ruling has exposed systemic issues with NSW Police strip search practices, prompting urgent calls for reform and raising serious human rights concerns.
Mal Lanyon appointed new NSW Police Commissioner
In a major shake-up for law enforcement, Deputy Commissioner Mal Lanyon has been named as the next NSW Police Commissioner, succeeding Karen Webb who steps down after a challenging tenure marked by controversy.
Sydney CBD 30km/h Speed Limit Proposed for Safety
Transport for NSW proposes slashing speed limits to 30km/h in Sydney's CBD and inner-city villages like Surry Hills and Darlinghurst in a bold move to drastically reduce pedestrian accidents and fatalities.
Secret NSW childcare abuse rating system kept from parents
An explosive investigation reveals a covert government rating system for abuse allegations in NSW childcare centres, deliberately withheld from parents and the public.
NSW Liberals in Crisis After Kiama By-Election Catastrophe
The NSW Liberal Party faces an existential crisis after a catastrophic by-election defeat in Kiama. With a 25% swing against them, questions mount over Mark Speakman's leadership and the party's future direction.
IKEA introduces new £1.99 charge for shoppers
IKEA has announced a new £1.99 service charge for customers using its popular planning services. Discover how this change affects shoppers and what alternatives are available.
Kiama Byelection: Labor favoured, catastrophic for Liberals
NSW Premier Chris Minns's Labor government is favoured to snatch the seat of Kiama from the Liberals in a crucial byelection, dealing a potential devastating blow to Opposition Leader Mark Speakman's leadership.
US Pundit Kirk Slammed Over NSW Hunting Law Comments
American conservative commentator Charlie Kirk faces fierce backlash after criticising New South Wales' strict firearm regulations and hunting laws, calling them an infringement on personal freedoms. The controversial remarks have ignited a fiery debate o
Sydney's Severe Weather Chaos: Floods and Damaging Winds
Sydney is battling a severe weather onslaught with torrential rain and destructive winds causing widespread disruption, flash flooding, and perilous conditions for commuters. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings as the city braces for more cha
NSW Dam Bursts, Town Evacuated in Dangerous Flood Emergency
A major dam has failed in New South Wales, forcing the urgent evacuation of a regional town as flash flooding sweeps through the Northern Tablelands. Emergency services issue severe weather warnings.
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