Regional Politics

Australia Post CEO says banks need to help with cash for the regions as demand grows for Bank@Post services

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Australia Post CEO says banks need to help with cash for the regions as demand grows for Bank@Post services

Regional and remote parts of Australia are relying on local post offices to do their banking, Australia Post claims, forcing it to fly cash in and out due to high demand in those areas — a practice the company says is “not sustainable”. Australia Post CEO Paul Graham on Tuesday told a senate estimates hearing … Read more

Tumby Bay community erupts amid fears council will ‘smash down’ iconic jetty

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Tumby Bay community erupts amid fears council will ‘smash down’ iconic jetty

Local residents have protested over fears council will “smash down” an iconic jetty which has fallen into disrepair on South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula. District Council of Tumby Bay has explained a new jetty will cost millions and residents would have to foot the bill through “not insignificant” rate rises. The Tumby Bay jetty — built … Read more