Residents' groups across Victoria have formed an alliance ahead of the state election, calling for the community and councils to be given a voice when it comes to approving high-density housing.
Liberal MP Moira Deeming has admitted 'distractions' have hampered her party's work, following her Supreme Court bid to retain candidacy. She apologized for the disruptions over the past 3.5 years, stemming from a dispute with former leader Matthew Guy.
Jack Gibson-Burrell, 22, was arrested after allegedly climbing and painting a "cartoon bird" on the Bolte Bridge pylon. He faces over 200 other charges related to graffiti and is accused of causing over $700,000 damage.
Former UOW chancellor Michael Still told ICAC he didn't link discussions with incoming VC John Dewar to KordaMentha conflict-of-interest concerns. The firm secured $3.8M contracts after a review, with questions raised about Dewar's early involvement.
Rough sleepers in Wagga Wagga have defied an eviction deadline at Wilks Park, stating they have nowhere else to go. The move-on orders were part of a NSW government response to a homelessness crisis, prompted by an infant's death. While authorities claim support is offered, some residents and advocates question the suitability and availability of housing.
A parliamentary committee report recommends considering the removal of NSW Director of Public Prosecutions Sally Dowling SC, accusing her of authorizing a media leak to discredit a judge and falsely denying it during an inquiry. The report, which faced dissent from some members, has been called the "worst" by Attorney-General Michael Daley, who expressed full confidence in the DPP and will review the findings.
Five co-owners of an Adelaide Plains piggery face multiple charges of animal cruelty, including leaving pigs in unsanitary conditions and causing death or serious harm. The RSPCA described the case as one of the most serious they have handled.
