Politics
MPs Josh Burns and Georgie Purcell Welcome First Child Amid Personal and National Reflection
Federal Labor MP Josh Burns and Victorian Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell have welcomed their first child, Lilah Poppy Purcell. Burns shared the news on Instagram, reflecting on a week of personal joy and community sorrow. Read their heartfelt ann
Lifestyle
Geelong West Coles evacuated after violent mental health incident
Shoppers fled in terror as a violent mental health incident forced the evacuation of a Coles supermarket in Geelong West. Police responded to the chaotic scene.
Sports
Top 10 WA Sporting Quotes of 2025: From Fyfe's Farewell to a Lion's Roar
Relive the most memorable, hilarious, and bizarre quotes from Western Australia's sporting year, featuring Nat Fyfe, Mitch Marsh, Adam Griffiths, and more. Discover the stories behind the soundbites.
Business
Geelong Seafood Business Suffers 40% Plunge Due to Roadworks
A beloved Geelong seafood institution faces a massive sales drop as major road construction deters customers. Discover the local impact and calls for council action.
Environment
Entertainment
Education
Irish teacher Sarah Halpenny dies unexpectedly in Melbourne
The Australian-Irish community mourns the sudden death of beloved teacher and athlete Sarah Halpenny in Melbourne. A fundraiser has surpassed $300,000 AUD.
Wollongong teacher cleared of assault, gambling charges
Wollongong PE teacher Phil Saunders has had all charges against him dismissed in local court. Read the magistrate's detailed reasoning and the emotional courtroom outcome.
$312k WA uni review part of $46m consultant spend
A $312,000 review of WA's universities remains unpublished as the Cook Government defends spending $46 million on external consultants over two years. Read the full story.
Geelong's Duxes Choose Their University Paths
Discover where Geelong's brightest 2023 graduates are heading to university and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for the future.
Edmund Rice College Celebrates Stellar 2025 HSC Success
Edmund Rice College's 2025 graduates achieve three state rankings, 15 ATARs above 90, and Art Express selections, cementing their academic and creative excellence. Read about their outstanding journey.