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Demolition of the greyhound racing track at Wentworth Park in inner Sydney is expected to start before Christmas. The last race was held on Friday (October 16) as the 3.3-hectare sports complex is slated to be developed as part of
NSW strata reform clears Parliament after a three-year overhaul The latest round of NSW strata reform has passed Parliament, according to a NSW Government release published on 16 October 2026. The Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment (Miscellaneous) Bill 2025 is the
Proof, not promises: what rooming house records must show Since 13 October 2026, all Victorian rooming house operators must keep rooming house records that show their property meets the rooming house minimum standards, according to Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV). The
A red-light speed camera is back at Windsor Road and Seven Hills Road, Baulkham Hills, from 20 October 2026, in warning mode first.
A nightlife revival is on Sydney City Council’s mind as it eyes creating 20-plus late dining, live music and drinking precincts. And it is seeking public feedback on its plans. Council says about 5000 businesses should benefit from their proposal
Peer Pathways puts lived experience on the ward Peer Pathways, a new service at Canberra Health Services, now has four full-time peer workers in adult inpatient mental health care. Mental Health Minister Marisa Paterson announced it on Global Peer Support
Victoria rental reforms: what changed on 13 October The Victoria rental reforms that started on 13 October 2026 change how landlords, agents and rooming house operators handle bonds, fees, safety checks and record keeping. Consumer Affairs Victoria says the safety
Claims close today in two communities Claims for the Victoria bushfire disaster payment close today, 19 October 2026, for people affected by the January 2026 fires in Leslie Manor and Woodfield, Services Australia says. The deadline for every other declared
What the Fair Work Commission approved A new Mastermyne enterprise agreement for coal industry workers in New South Wales has been approved by the Fair Work Commission. Commissioner Sloan approved the Mastermyne Strata Consolidation NSW Enterprise Agreement 2026 in Sydney
Copper thieves will face greater jail time after Queensland strengthened penalties for metal theft under new laws. And Moreton Bay City Council, for one, welcomes the new laws. The key features of the new law passed by parliament include: Extending
