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Child drowns in water-filled excavation in Zagreb County
Police state that the child fell into an unenclosed pit in a garden; family attempted rescue but child died.
Porec Council rejects SDP proposal to ban 'Za dom spremni'
The city administration responded that controversial symbols fall under the jurisdiction of the police and state prosecutor's office, not local municipal decisions.
Municipal projects in Požega-Slavonia receive 285 thousand euros
The Ministry of Construction co-finances eight projects — from public lighting in Brestovac to the renovation of a community centre in Bektež.
Ministry bans use of Kerum's marina in Rogoznica
Official confirmation that the marina on state-owned maritime property is illegal, with the ministry ordering its removal.
Ruzic: Possible increase in coefficients for cleaners
Minister of Labour Alen Ruzic confirmed on Thursday that salary and coefficient increases for cleaners are being considered, following warnings from the KBC Zagreb trade union about a critical staffing deficit.
Zabok approves 2025 budget execution and amendments
The Town Council adopted the report on budget execution for 2025 and the second amendments and supplements to the budget at its eighth sitting.
Court confirms daughter's right to half of Lopud properties
The Dubrovnik County Court has upheld the ruling recognising the deceased's daughter's ownership of half the properties on Lopud, removing the ex-wife from the land register.
Cruise ship Scarlet Lady arrives in Split for special LGBTQ+ voyage
The Virgin Voyages vessel, organised by Atlantis Events, docked in Split harbour, with passengers continuing their journey to Venice.
11th Gradina Memorial Race Held in Virovitica
Police and the Messengers of Truth association organised the race as part of the Municipality Day celebrations, in memory of fallen defenders and MUP staff.
Vrsar boosts budget to €9.7m via rebalancing
An additional €466,000 is largely allocated to communal infrastructure, from wall repairs near the school to traffic regulation equipment.
Former Head of Procurement at Croatian Ministry of Defence and Businesswoman Remanded in Custody
The court in Zagreb ordered detention for Ivica Devčić and Alma Boch due to the risk of reoffending and influencing witnesses. The defence denies guilt and plans to appeal.
Flue fault sparks roof fire in Ivanec
The roof and attic interior were completely destroyed, with damages estimated at tens of thousands of euros. Three volunteer fire brigades extinguished the blaze.
Waste law amendments bring GPS tracking and video surveillance
Following public consultation, the Ministry announces stricter conditions for companies, a list of offenders and vehicle confiscation for illegal shipments.
Car plunges off road near Plitvica and hangs over precipice
Five Danish nationals were in the vehicle; two children were airlifted to Rijeka University Hospital and found to be unharmed.
1,027 Split University Hospital staff on sick leave in June, a quarter of workforce
420 nurses and 177 doctors among those absent, with Health Minister Hrstić citing sick leave monitoring as the primary measure.
Mirjana Jakša appointed director of Pula's Plinara
The assembly passed the decision unanimously ahead of the expiry of Robert Drandić's term, while the supervisory board has 90 days to conduct a public tender for management.
Rijeka students win in Monaco with autonomous vessel
Adria Autonomous Boat secured all 1800 points at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, while the Energy category team finished fourth out of 21 entries.
Krapina-Zagorje County funds youth projects in 2026
Applications for the participatory budget are open to individuals aged 15 to 30, youth groups, schools and associations, for projects lasting up to 12 months.