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Lake Macquarie councillors vow to fight against state's $85m cut to grants

The council would post eight deficits over 10 years under the change.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 29

'We're not a developer': council backs mayor's affordable housing plan

Councillors vote 10-1 to open talks on providing land for affordable housing.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 25

Missed the bus: push to fix public transport gap with on-demand service

'Sometimes trying something is better than doing nothing.'

Newcastle Herald · Jun 16

Mayor's emotional farewell at her final council meeting

Mayor Kay Fraser was met with a standing ovation as she closed the meeting.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 27, 2024

Tasmania says it is committed to truth and treaty, but how is it progressing?

While other states take steps, and even strides, towards reconciliation with their Indigenous communities, what’s happened in Tasmania in the 18 months since a report urged the Tasmanian government legislate a framework towards a treaty?

ABC News · May 28, 2023

Macquarie Point stadium decision expected in weeks but Richard Flanagan and others have alternative vision

The federal government is being asked to help fund a new stadium at Hobart's Macquarie Point but a group of prominent Tasmanians, including author Richard Flanagan, wants it to consider an alternative.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2023

Much-needed makeover in the works for lake's 'secret' swimming hole

A 'secret' swimming hole on the shores of Lake Macquarie could get a much-needed makeover as the council looks to highlight Naru Beach Reserve.

Newcastle Herald · Aug 24, 2022