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NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'

NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.

Mum exposed begging for council house while owning 5-bed home

A fraudulent mother who tearfully begged her council for emergency housing, claiming to be homeless, has been exposed as the owner of a spacious five-bedroom home. The shocking case reveals how she manipulated the system for over a year.

Bethel Residents Clash Over Affordable Housing Development

A fierce dispute erupts in Bethel, Connecticut, as locals oppose a 60-unit affordable housing development, citing environmental and infrastructure concerns while developers argue it addresses a critical housing shortage.

Govt Cuts Red Tape to Boost Home Building

In a radical move to tackle the housing shortage, the Albanese government is axing bureaucratic hurdles for builders. New reforms will fast-track approvals, cut paperwork, and get construction crews on site faster to boost desperately needed supply.

Foreclosure Crisis Devastates US Tourist Hotspots

A surge in foreclosures is devastating popular tourist destinations in Nevada and Florida, with soaring property taxes and insurance premiums forcing locals out of their homes. Exclusive analysis reveals the human cost of the post-pandemic property boom.

Saudi Desert Ski Resort Fails, Winter Games May Go to China

Saudi Arabia's ambitious desert ski resort, Trojena, is behind schedule, jeopardising its role in the 2029 Asian Winter Games. Officials are now in emergency talks to potentially move the entire event to China, casting doubt on the Kingdom's vision for a

Crumbling Schools £3bn Revamp to Create 60,000 Jobs

The UK Government unveils a major £3 billion investment to rebuild and refurbish over 150 dilapidated schools across England, tackling the RAAC concrete crisis and creating a jobs boom in the construction sector.

One in Three Brits Believe They'll Never Own a Home

A stark new study reveals a crisis of confidence in homeownership, with a third of UK adults believing they will never own a property, highlighting a generational divide and deep-seated financial anxieties.

UK New Home Building Plummets to Decade Low

Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic collapse in UK housebuilding, with new home completions hitting their lowest level in over a decade, exacerbating the national housing crisis.

HS2 endangers protected newts and bats

The HS2 rail project is endangering protected wildlife, including great crested newts and bats, as construction disrupts their habitats. Conservationists raise alarms over inadequate protections.

Builder threatens to bury customer in concrete

A heated argument between a builder and his client escalates into threats, with the builder vowing to bury the customer in concrete. The incident, caught on camera, has sparked outrage online.

Reeves unveils Labour's green construction plan

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.

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