An alleged dodgy document used in a bid to back up phoney credentials helped a public servant win a senior Northern Territory government job, the anti-corruption watchdog has found. The error-riddled statutory declaration and other forged qualifications allowed the officer to land a role in a public body as a chief financial officer. The same … [Read more…]
A nature-based waterpark, hotel or tourism precinct are three common ways to turn an old mine into a tourism attraction, but a study has found having a reliable income stream to support the new life is critical. Professor Kirsten Holmes from Curtin University spoke to the 2023 WA Regional Tourism Conference on Tuesday about the … [Read more…]
Village leaders will have to regroup after a plan fell through for what’s been termed the “Emerald of Northbrook.” On May 10, Erickson Senior Living informed the village it would not proceed with its development of a continuing care retirement community at the former Green Acres Country Club, 916 Dundee Road. The proposal, which would … [Read more…]
It’s hardly a surprise, but a pristine beach in Western Australia has been named the world’s best. With adorable kangaroos that hop over to say g’day, a long stretch of soft white sand and crystal clear turquoise water, most West Aussies could easily guess the location. Yes, it’s Lucky Bay in Esperance. The stunning beach … [Read more…]
The Harvey Bulls are entering Saturday’s clash against South Bunbury at Hands Oval following a two-game losing streak, however, coach Mark Pink is confident his side will give their best. “We haven’t lost the belief,” he said. “There have been injuries, but every club battles with that. Belief is not the issue, so we just … [Read more…]
The landscape of the Nutrien Ag Solutions Country Football Championships will be starkly different this year, with several teams returning to the field. For the first time since 2005, the Onshore Cup Football Association — a thriving South West-based competition played fortnightly — will return to the carnival in division three. It will also be … [Read more…]
Ukraine shot down 29 of 30 missiles launched by Russia in overnight air strikes but one person was killed in an attack on the southern city of Odesa, the Ukrainian military says. Black smoke filled the sky over Kyiv on Thursday during the ninth attack on the capital this month. Falling debris from missiles hit … [Read more…]
Freedom Boat Club accelerates Australian expansion announcing its presence on the Gold Coast by Freedom Boat Club 18 May 00:12 PDT Freedom Boat Club expands to the Gold Coast © Freedom Boat Club Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club, announced the planned opening of its newest Club on Australia’s Gold Coast. Freedom’s … [Read more…]
It’s hardly a surprise, but a pristine beach in Western Australia has been named the world’s best. With adorable kangaroos that hop over to say g’day, a long stretch of soft white sand and crystal clear turquoise water, most West Aussies could easily guess the location. Yes, it’s Lucky Bay in Esperance. The stunning beach … [Read more…]
Three children have been struck by a car on a highway in Sydney’s north shore. The trio, believed to be aged between 12 and 14, were struck about 3.30pm on Thursday on the Pacific Highway in Crows Nest. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: A teenage boy has been hit by a car in Sydney’s lower north … [Read more…]