Posted November 01, 2018 18:43:13 Photo: Leigh Creek’s population has fallen 90 per cent since the coal mine closed. (ABC News: Tony Hill) The small South Australian community of Leigh Creek has been split by a controversial new energy project that could either save the town or prove to be an environmental hazard, depending on
Posted December 04, 2018 14:44:45 A Queensland court has overturned the Gold Coast City Council’s approval for a Coolangatta high-rise in what is being described as an “exceptional, unique and different” case. In April last year, the Gold Coast City Council approved the 27-storey Komune building, which was to include a hotel and apartments on
The Northern Territory Government is getting ready to change its Water Act in what has been described as its most significant amendments since 1992. At the heart of the change is to make sure mining and petroleum companies are no longer exempt from water-use regulation. With the NT’s moratorium on fracking now lifted and gas
Posted December 05, 2018 17:27:34 It’s been more than a year since the death of her husband in a workplace accident, but Terry Delaney says she’s still being left in the dark by authorities. Key points: Terry Delaney says she’s heard little from her husband’s employers since his passing Carl Delaney’s death has prompted renewed
Updated November 03, 2018 12:31:35 The Trump administration has announced it has restored sanctions on Iran’s vital oil industry as the Middle-Eastern country grapples with an economic crisis that has sparked sporadic protests over rising prices, corruption and unemployment. Key points: US imposes second round of sanctions against Iran since May Mr Trump says sanctions
Posted December 04, 2018 17:28:49 Photo: RCR Tomlinson went into administration in November, leaving a long line of creditors. (ABC News: Glyn Jones) The WA Government will increase protections for subcontractors on government projects, by placing payments in secure bank accounts to ensure they flow down the subcontracting chain. Key points: Payments to contractors will
Updated November 05, 2018 17:16:28 Photo: Petrol prices are getting more expensive due to a weaker Australian dollar and concerns about Iran sanctions. (ABC: Nic MacBean) Petrol prices have hit their highest levels in a decade. High global prices and a weak Australian dollar are being blamed for a 20 per cent surge in prices
Posted December 04, 2018 19:06:58 Related Story: ‘Bold and distinctive’ WA Museum design unveiled Related Story: WA Museum project faces cuts as Government looks to find savings The State Government has unveiled an animated video flythrough of the new Museum of Western Australia, revealing the most complete picture yet of what visitors can expect when
Updated November 13, 2018 17:47:53 Photo: The RACT says fuel is 10 cents per litre cheaper in regional Tasmania than major population centres. (ABC News) Tasmania’s main motoring body has accused fuel retailers of ripping off motorists and has urged them to slash their prices. Key points: On Tuesday the average retail price for fuel
Updated October 27, 2018 01:04:17 Photo: The Statue of Unity will open officially on October 31. (AP: Ajit Solanki) India is days away from officially unveiling what will be the world’s tallest statue, standing at an incredible 182 metres tall. Key points: The statue is 30 metres tall than the current record holder, the Spring
