More than 100 residents were joined by Cr Jonathan Sri to protest the “unexplained” closure of a ferry stop in Kangaroo Point and the “systemic failure” of the suburb’s public transport network.
Pineapple Hooper has called it a day and Rockhampton is set for a second by-election in under a year, with councillor Tony Williams elected Mayor today.
The future of Rockhampton’s Mayoralty could remain undecided for another week, as the record-setting 17 candidates face an extended battle over preferences.
The record-setting Rockhampton by-election will likely come down to the wire, as 17 characters – including now famous ‘Pineapple’ Hooper – fight for the seat. Here’s who they are.
A leading political expert has given their take on the key issues for the 2020 Redland City Council election, saying change may be tough.
One of Brisbane’s busiest intersections — where thousands of buses, cars, bikes and pedestrians cross paths every day — could be turned into parkland under a radical new proposal unveiled today that could save council millions. SEE THE PLANS.
The approval of a small-lot housing estate, on prime riverfront realty, is under investigation after concerns were raised about the process.
Find out where you can vote early across the Moreton Bay region.
Brisbane residents are venting their frustration at the state of the city’s footpaths, as pictures show quick fixes and “eyesore” streetscape rejuvenations.
Lord mayoral hopeful Patrick Condren has put developers on notice that they’ll lose generous discounts under a Labor administration.
In a new attack ad, the man who could be Brisbane’s next lord mayor has launched a broadside on the incumbent, labelling him “shifty Schrinner”. SEE THE AD
Brisbane’s most popular parks would be upgraded to the tune of $100 million in a massive election pledge from Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner to deliver the city’s biggest ever green-space revamp.
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