Bassendean fire station put up for sale with no council warning

Bassendean was caught off guard when the 1934 fire station was put up for sale without warning.

Why it mattersA vacant heritage site can now be redeveloped. But the rushed process means the community may lose a say in how an important local landmark is used.

AustraliaBassendean residents and the Perth council have limited time to make a case for community or heritage-focused uses before the property is sold.

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Albury's new council chief tackles $18.9 million debt with no quick fix

Albury's newly appointed CEO Jason Gordon said there is no simple solution to the council's $18.9 million debt, which may require steep rate increases and potential job losses.

Why it mattersThe scale of Albury's debt and potential 40-plus per cent rate rises will hit ratepayers hard and force difficult choices between service cuts, price hikes, and staff losses.