Council Tax to Rise 5%: How to Cut Costs
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
Millions face a 5% council tax hike next year, adding £114 to typical bills. Discover actionable ways to reduce your payments and challenge your band.
The parents of a four-year-old boy who drowned in a Melbourne lagoon are suing the local council and water authority, alleging inadequate fencing caused the tragedy.
Cessnock City Council proposes a staggering 39.9% rates increase, costing households over $1,000 annually. Residents fight back with petition as council cites financial crisis.
Defence Secretary John Healey settles £1,500 council tax bill after Westminster City Council admits administrative error. Get the full story on this political oversight.
Kent County Council admits error after painting 'School Keep Clear' markings outside school closed for nine years. Local councillor calls situation 'a farce' as party claims wider savings.
Plymouth residents outraged as city centre regeneration costs triple to £36.8m. Concrete benches, rusty metal and dry stream leave locals questioning council spending priorities.
The heritage-listed Melbourne nightclub Revolver Upstairs, famed for celebrity gigs and 24-hour licence, is on the market, sparking fears for its future. Discover the details.
The Melbourne fashion scene mourns Georgina Weir, owner of iconic boutique Le Louvre, who died at 83. A pioneer who democratised luxury fashion. Read our tribute.
Australia's premier racing event faces celebrity no-shows as the Melbourne Cup's social sparkle dims, with only a handful of famous faces gracing the Flemington Racecourse this year.
Shocking investigation reveals millions of British households may have overpaid council tax and could be entitled to refunds worth thousands. Find out if you're affected and how to claim.
Jockey Jamie Kah becomes first woman to win the prestigious Melbourne Cup, shattering racing's glass ceiling in a landmark moment for the sport.
From daring fascinators to elegant gowns, discover the stunning fashion moments that defined this year's Melbourne Cup. See which celebrities and racegoers made our best-dressed list.
Jockey Jamie Melham etches his name into racing folklore with a stunning Half victory in the 2025 Melbourne Cup, delivering one of the most emotional moments in the race's storied history at Flemington Racecourse.
Complete coverage of the 2025 Melbourne Cup carnival featuring race results, stunning fashion highlights, celebrity sightings and all the drama from Flemington Racecourse.
As heavy rain lashes Flemington, the hallowed turf is being transformed into a gruelling test of stamina. Discover which Melbourne Cup 2025 contenders will thrive and which will falter in the wet conditions that are set to stop a nation.
Victoria Police launch urgent search operation for 13-year-old William Callahan last seen in Melbourne's northern suburbs as family grows increasingly concerned for his welfare.
A three-month-old baby boy has died in Melbourne's north-west amid disturbing allegations of neglect, with police investigating the infant's tragic death and the family's known history with child protection services.
Melbourne's iconic Flemington Racecourse came alive as the Spring Racing Carnival commenced with Derby Day, featuring spectacular fashion, thrilling races and enthusiastic crowds celebrating the return of this beloved tradition.
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne faces intense scrutiny after the death of Indigenous patient Allan Mundine, with family alleging racial discrimination and systemic failures in healthcare.
Shocking footage captures the moment armed thugs wielding machetes charged through a crowd at Melbourne's NRL Harmony Cup, leaving a 19-year-old with stab wounds in a violent brawl that has raised serious safety concerns.
Melbourne Demons defender Jake Lever becomes latest victim of city's crime epidemic as thieves steal his cherished HSV Commodore in overnight raid
Melbourne's property market has undergone a stunning transformation, shedding its status as Australia's second-most expensive city. Discover the factors behind this affordability shift and whether it's here to stay.
A young girl remains in critical condition following a devastating vehicle collision in Melbourne's west, as emergency services continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
A 16-year-old boy has tragically died after being hit by a tram in Melbourne's CBD, sparking major transport disruptions and a police investigation into the devastating incident.
The fascinating true story behind Melbourne's naming reveals a diplomatic dispute between two British governors that forever shaped Australian identity.
A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.
A high-speed police pursuit through Melbourne's eastern suburbs culminated in a violent crash in Mitcham, leaving four people hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries after a suspect vehicle collided with a police car.
A popular Melbourne ramen restaurant has been hit with urgent improvement notices after health inspectors discovered alarming hygiene breaches including mouse droppings, food storage violations and poor cleanliness standards.