Politics
Canberra Arboretum worker, 18, charged over alleged Nazi salutes and ANU vandalism
An 18-year-old Canberra man faces court accused of performing Nazi salutes at shopping centres and defacing ANU buildings with neo-Nazi stickers. Police warn of radicalisation signs.
Lifestyle
Townsville Unit Fire: Man in 70s Hospitalised After Garbutt Blaze
A man in his 70s is being treated for injuries after a fire broke out in his Garbutt unit. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services responded to the scene. Read the latest details.
Sports
Tongue's Triple Strike Rocks Australia on Boxing Day Ashes Opener
Josh Tongue spearheaded a stunning England fightback on day one of the Boxing Day Test, claiming three key wickets as Australia slumped to 4-72. Read the full match report.
Business
Cairns robbery: Woman sought after employee slashed with knife at Earlville
Police are searching for a woman after a staff member was allegedly slashed with a knife during a robbery at a Cairns business. The shocking incident occurred in Earlville.
Environment
Entertainment
Education
Judge scolds teen for laughing after sentence variation
A Nowra District Court judge reprimanded a 19-year-old offender for a 'total lack of respect' after he laughed and clapped upon having his jail sentence varied to home detention for a serious unprovoked assault.
ACT Government Documents Reveal Tharwa Preschool Closure Plan
FOI documents show ACT officials discussed closing historic Tharwa Preschool due to one enrolment, as parents claim they were discouraged from signing up. Read the full story.
Youth sport's goals must be bigger than just winning matches
A Newcastle Herald reader argues that community sport, when focused on wellbeing and inclusion, is vital for youth resilience and mental health. Read the full debate.
Hells Angel arrested at Sydney Airport over order breach
A Hells Angels sergeant-at-arms faces court after being arrested at Sydney International Airport, accused of breaching orders following a Maitland clubhouse 'takeover'. Read the latest on the police crackdown.
Man charged over Bassendean assault spree
A 43-year-old man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting six people in a shocking 30-minute rampage at a Bassendean library and nearby shops. Police detail the violent incidents.