Politics
Townsville 15-year-old with extensive criminal record faces court over attempted robbery
A 15-year-old boy with a significant criminal history has faced Townsville Children's Court over an attempted robbery at a local service station. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
Lifestyle
Eight Hospitalised in Queensland E-Bike, E-Scooter Crash Nightmare
Eight people, mostly teens, were hospitalised in a spate of e-bike and e-scooter crashes across Queensland overnight. The incidents follow 12 deaths in the past year, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Sports
Maiya Hewitt, 16, smashes world champs qualifier with surprise 400m PB
Wollongong athletics star Maiya Hewitt, 16, has smashed the world championship qualifying time with a stunning 400m personal best. Discover her race strategy and path to Oregon.
Business
Festive Season Bottle Shop Hours: Dan Murphy's, BWS, Liquorland Trading Guide
Plan your festive drinks run. Full state-by-state trading hours for Dan Murphy's, BWS, Liquorland, and Vintage Cellars over Christmas and New Year's. Check your local store now.
Environment
Entertainment
Education
Two Geelong school principals retire after decades of service
Barwon Valley School's John Munro and Oberon High's Tim McMahon retire, leaving a lasting legacy in Geelong education. Read about their careers and the search for successors.
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A $312,000 review of WA's universities remains unpublished as the Cook Government defends spending $46 million on external consultants over two years.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.