Politics
Townsville driver Grant Carter fined $1500, banned for drink-driving offence
Grant Andrew Carter has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for high-range drink-driving. Read the full details of his fine and driving disqualification.
Lifestyle
Does Water Have a Flavour? Science Reveals Surprising Truth
Discover why water isn't tasteless. From artesian bores to lab purity, science explains how minerals, memory, and genes shape what we taste. Read more.
Sports
Cricket Australia Boycotts ABC Interviews After Stuart Clark's Scathing Critique
Cricket Australia has halted player interviews with the ABC following commentator Stuart Clark's criticism of selectors. The fallout impacts national radio coverage amid the Ashes series.
Business
Forrest Beach Hotel and Caravan Park to Close, Owner Sammy Singh Confirms
The Forrest Beach Hotel and Caravan Park in Hinchinbrook is shutting down, owner Sammy Singh announced. The closure impacts the local community and tourism. Read more about the reasons and what's next.
Entertainment
Education
Mandurah teacher charged with sexually abusing student
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
Illawarra Schools Out-of-Area Enrolment Guide 2026
NSW Department of Education to publish public school capacity for non-local students from 2026. Find out which Illawarra schools have space and the new transparent enrolment system.
School principal sentenced for indecent assault of girl
Geoffrey Noel MacNicol, a former primary school principal, received a suspended sentence for the indecent assault of a 12-year-old. The magistrate described the act as 'predatory and exploitative'. Read the full court details.
Top Study Skills for 2026 Revealed by WA Education Experts
Educational consultants reveal the study habits that will define success in 2026. Learn why short, focused sessions and active retrieval practice are key to thriving in a digital world.
New Adelaide University Opens Following Major Merger
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.