Australia's Winter Olympians of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games, which won a record six medals, have been honoured at the Snow Australia Awards.
Tourism operators in Western Australia's Kimberley region are doubtful a new government voucher program will revive a slow season, attributing the downturn to high fuel prices and 'fear mongering'. While some welcome the initiative, others feel it's 'too little, too late' and doesn't address the core issue of cost of living.
Alcoa's proposed $8.1 billion acquisition of South32's alumina operations could open up Western Australia's jarrah forests to bauxite mining, environmentalists claim. The deal would consolidate WA's bauxite supply chain under Alcoa, potentially granting access to new ore deposits.
Seven Hobart venues owned by Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group have closed due to "challenging trading conditions," impacting the city's nightlife and hospitality sector. Industry leaders call for government and industry collaboration to secure the night-time economy.
A proposed $80 million creative precinct in Launceston, backed by state and council funding, is under scrutiny as the developer, Chris Billing, faces allegations of running insolvent companies with debts exceeding $16 million. Community members and councillors question the due diligence performed by authorities.
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Seven Hobart venues, owned by Pub Banc Group and Hotel Banc Group, have closed after the companies entered voluntary administration. The closures are attributed to challenging trading conditions, rising costs, and changing consumer behavior, prompting calls for improved collaboration between industry and government to support the city's night-time economy.
