Businesses have slammed a Sydney council over their controversial decision to hike rates by 87 per cent, in a move which owners say will “sink” local retailers.

Dozens of angry Sydney residents have fronted a chaotic council meeting where members voted in favour of an almost 100 per ...

North Sydney Council has descended into chaos after a motion passed in favour of an almost 100 per cent rate hike sparked furious uproar among locals.

Protesters outside the council’s chambers. Picture: Jonathan Ng Only three of the 10 North Sydney councillors voted against the rate hike, including Liberals Jessica Keen and Efi Car.

A key vote is likely to shape Cairns’ future advocacy ambitions with the city’s councillors set to nominate a new board ...

The special rate variation was approved by a single vote, as angry protesters repeatedly delayed the four-hour meeting.