Politics
10 Defence & Security Trends That Could Challenge Australia in 2026
Former defence intelligence officer Professor Clive Williams outlines the ten key security and defence trends that could impact Australia in 2026, from great power rivalry to climate change.
Lifestyle
Geelong man's 58km run honours mother's life lost to early-onset dementia
A Geelong man ran 58 gruelling kilometres to honour each year of his mother's life after her death from early-onset dementia. Read his powerful story of love, loss, and remembrance.
Sports
Australia Dominates Day 3 at SCG: Head & Smith Tons Put Aussies in Box Seat for 5th Test Win
Travis Head and Steve Smith smash brilliant centuries as Australia builds a commanding 134-run lead on Day 3 of the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG. Follow the action live.
Business
Perth Rents Soar: Now Australia's Second Most Expensive City
Perth's rental crisis deepens as it overtakes Sydney and Brisbane, becoming the nation's second most expensive city for tenants. Discover the data and what it means for WA.
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.