Politics

Stay informed on the political landscape of the Bayside area with the Bayside Beacon. From local elections to state and federal policies, we'll keep you in the know.

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Bayside Council to hold community forum on Voice to Parliament

May 24, 2023

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Bayside Council to hold community forum on Voice to Parliament

Next week, prominent Indigenous figures will discuss the proposed constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament at an event in Brighton-Le-Sands.

Michael Donohue

Council

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‘You can stand on the sidelines complaining, or you can step up and try make a difference,’ says new Bayside political party

May 11, 2023

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5 min read

‘You can stand on the sidelines complaining, or you can step up and try make a difference,’ says new Bayside political party

Emboldened by its success at the last council election, safety and sustainability action group Peaceful Bayside is set to become an official local political party.

Council

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Bayside Council endorses Yes vote in Voice to Parliament referendum

Apr 12, 2023

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Bayside Council endorses Yes vote in Voice to Parliament referendum

Council has also applied for a NAIDOC Week grant from the Australian Government

Michael Donohue

Politics

Q&A with Kogarah’s state election candidates

Mar 22, 2023

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11 min read

Q&A with Kogarah’s state election candidates

Hear from candidates contesting the seat of Kogarah in the state election

Michael Donohue

Politics

Where Baysiders can vote in the NSW election this Saturday

Mar 21, 2023

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4 min read

Where Baysiders can vote in the NSW election this Saturday

Election day is approaching: Be informed and make your vote count

Michael Donohue

Politics

Q&A with Maroubra’s state election candidates

Mar 20, 2023

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13 min read

Q&A with Maroubra’s state election candidates

Get to know the candidates for the seat of Maroubra in Saturday’s state election

Michael Donohue

Politics

Q&A with Rockdale's state election candidates

Mar 15, 2023

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6 min read

Q&A with Rockdale's state election candidates

Candidates from the Liberal Party, The Greens and Sustainable Australia Party make their pitch

Michael Donohue

Politics

Q&A with Heffron’s state election candidates (Part 2)

Mar 15, 2023

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3 min read

Q&A with Heffron’s state election candidates (Part 2)

Candidates from the Liberal Party and Sustainable Australia Party make their pitch

Michael Donohue

Politics

Q&A with Heffron’s state election candidates (Part 1)

Mar 13, 2023

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15 min read

Q&A with Heffron’s state election candidates (Part 1)

Candidates from The Greens, Socialist Alliance and Animal Justice Party make their pitch

Michael Donohue

Politics

21 candidates contest seats covering parts of Bayside in upcoming state election

Mar 11, 2023

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2 min read

21 candidates contest seats covering parts of Bayside in upcoming state election

The Bayside area is represented by four seats, including Maroubra, Heffron, Rockdale, and Kogarah

Michael Donohue

Council

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Bayside Council rejects proposal to minimise gambling harm

Feb 26, 2023

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4 min read

Bayside Council rejects proposal to minimise gambling harm

Council meeting sees passionate plea for harm minimisation measures from Tracy Yuen

Michael Donohue

Politics

Gardiner Park usage sparks debate at Bayside Council meeting

Feb 24, 2023

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3 min read

Gardiner Park usage sparks debate at Bayside Council meeting

Gardiner Park overuse claims are disputed by local sporting groups

Michael Donohue

Politics

State electoral districts in Bayside see changes ahead of the election

Feb 19, 2023

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4 min read

State electoral districts in Bayside see changes ahead of the election

Boundaries are redrawn every four years. Could they tip the balance in 2023?

Michael Donohue