Council boards up wrong house, leaves family homeless
A Kent couple returned from holiday to find their home illegally boarded up by the council in a case of mistaken identity, leaving them temporarily homeless and fighting for compensation.
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Shake Shack serves up burgers at Australian Open
Iconic New York burger chain Shake Shack makes its triumphant Australian sports debut at Melbourne Park, bringing gourmet burgers and frozen custard to tennis fans during the Australian Open 2024.
Melbourne Metro Tunnel: Big Switch Date Revealed
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel project enters its final phase with the 'Big Switch' approaching. Discover when new train services will begin and how this £12.7bn project will revolutionise city transport.
Melbourne Masseur Guilty of Clinic Rape Attack
A Melbourne massage therapist has been convicted of violently raping a client during what should have been a routine appointment, with the court hearing harrowing details of the attack in his CBD practice.
Harry Connick Jr courtside at Melbourne NBL match
Grammy-winning musician Harry Connick Jr spotted enjoying Melbourne United vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL match during Australian tour, charming fans with his low-key appearance.
Melbourne's $1.50 Coffee Sparks Price War
A Melbourne coffee shop's shockingly low prices are sending ripples through the city's cafe scene, forcing competitors to rethink their strategies as customers flock for affordable brews.
Melbourne neighbourhood dispute ends in horror tragedy
A bitter neighbourhood dispute in Melbourne's northern suburbs takes a devastating turn as new details emerge about the horrific conclusion that left residents reeling.
Men-Only Club Ends Women's Dining Trial
The exclusive men-only Savage Club in Melbourne has terminated its experimental women's dining nights following significant internal opposition from traditionalist members, maintaining its 160-year male membership policy.
Urgent police search for boy missing in Melbourne
Victoria Police have launched an urgent public appeal to locate a young boy who vanished without a trace from a Melbourne street. Authorities are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.
Masked gang ram-raids Melbourne jewellery store in daylight heist
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a gang of masked thieves ram-raids a high-end Melbourne jewellery store, smashing displays and making off with a fortune in broad daylight.
Melbourne's Historic Fountain Vandalised in Graffiti Attack
Melbourne's cherished Hochgurtel Fountain, a gift from its sister city Vienna, has been defaced by vandals in a shocking act of graffiti, sparking outrage and a council cleanup operation.
Four Arrested After Melbourne Drive-By Shooting
Four men have been arrested following a targeted drive-by shooting in Melbourne's Cobblebank, as police investigate links to an escalating gang conflict. Dramatic details of the attack emerge.
Melbourne double stabbing: Seven teenagers arrested after two die
Seven teenagers have been taken into custody following a brutal double stabbing that claimed the lives of two youths in Melbourne's northwest, as police launch a major investigation into the tragic incident.
Melbourne Protest Policing Costs Soar Past $25 Million
Exclusive figures reveal the staggering $25.6 million price tag for policing months of pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Melbourne, as Victoria Police deploys thousands of officers and overtime surges.
Council orders destruction of memorial sunflower garden for late wife
A Missouri widower's tribute to his late wife, a vibrant sunflower garden, is under threat of destruction by local council officials citing zoning violations, sparking a community outcry.
Poet Tours UK Council Estates to Challenge Stereotypes
Discover how poet Karl Knights is challenging perceptions and amplifying the voices of council estate residents through a powerful nationwide poetry tour, funded by the Arts Council.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Martin Lewis: 1.7m could claim £5,000 council tax refund
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis issues urgent warning to millions of UK households who may be overpaying on council tax and could be owed a refund. Check if you're due cash back now.
Melbourne woman admits throwing baby from window in bag
A Melbourne woman has pleaded guilty to the horrific attempted murder of her newborn son, whom she threw from a first-floor window wrapped in a plastic bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community as details of the desperate act emerge.
AFLW Stars Train on Dog Poo-Filled Oval
Exclusive: Professional AFLW athletes at the Western Bulldogs were subjected to a disgusting training session on a public oval littered with dog excrement, sparking fury and health concerns.
Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
Mum fined for disabled parking despite leg in cast
A North Shore mother, Natasha Jansen, speaks out after receiving a shocking £60 fine for using a disabled parking space while her leg was immobilised in a full cast, exposing a critical flaw in council enforcement systems.
Pensioner's pothole agony: Council denies shattered ankle claim
A 72-year-old man's life is turned upside down after a deep pothole in Westminster leaves him with a shattered ankle. Despite the severity of his injuries, the local council has shockingly rejected his compensation claim, sparking outrage over the state o
Bristol Parents Sue Council Over School Places Chaos
Furious parents in Bristol mount a legal challenge against the council, accusing it of 'catastrophic failure' in school admissions that leaves children without places and families in turmoil.
Beach Hut Owners Declare War on 'Greedy' Council
Outraged beach hut owners in Bournemouth declare war on the local council over plans to sell the land beneath their huts for £450,000, just months after imposing crippling rent increases. The bitter dispute highlights a growing conflict over coastal prope
Melbourne Mayor's stern warning to pro-Palestine protesters
Melbourne's Lord Mayor Sally Capp has issued a direct warning to pro-Palestine protesters, vowing a zero-tolerance policy on intimidation and hate speech ahead of a planned disruption at a Town Hall meeting. Full details on the security response.
Council axes Hollywood actor's ancestral home restoration deal
Rochdale Council terminates its agreement with US actor Michael Massee's foundation, withdrawing support and land for the £40m restoration of his ancestral home, Hopwood Hall, citing a fundamental breakdown in their partnership.
Melbourne Machete Murders: Two Teen Boys Brutally Killed
A quiet Melbourne suburb is reeling after the brutal machete murders of two teenage boys, leaving residents terrified and demanding urgent action on youth violence.
Victoria Police Officers Face Court Over Fatal Arrest Death
Two Victorian police officers have appeared in Melbourne Magistrates' Court charged over the death of Luke Briggs during a violent arrest in Melbourne's west. The case has sparked a major homicide investigation and raised serious questions about police co
Council's Two-Pet Limit Sparks Outrage on South Coast
Eurobodalla Shire Council on the NSW South Coast faces a fierce backlash from residents over its controversial new policy that would limit households to a maximum of two dogs or cats, with fears it could tear families apart.
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