Grass fire near Federal Highway, Canberra, under control
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
After a year outside cabinet, the ACT Greens under Shane Rattenbury aim to prove their creative policy credentials. Can they convince Canberra voters they are serious economic managers?
Victoria Police has formally apologised and paid $380,000 to Brooke Patterson after a wrongful arrest. The incident, stemming from mistaken identity, led to a Supreme Court case. Read the full details.
NSW Police release image of a man wanted for questioning over an alleged lewd act on a bus travelling from Westmead to Rouse Hill. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
A community vigil for Bondi attack victims was marred by a protester rushing the PM. NSW Premier Chris Minns delivered an emotional apology to the Jewish community. Read the full story.
Victorian public transport fares will increase from 2026, with regular commuters facing up to $104 in extra annual costs. Learn the new Myki prices and the government's weekend travel relief.
Former Town of Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon has been ordered to issue a public apology and pay costs but avoids formal censure by the State Administrative Tribunal. Get the full details.
The Cook Government invests over $60 million in five locally-built electric ferries for the Swan River, creating jobs and cutting emissions. First vessel due 2027.
The ACT's Auditor-General warns urgent action is needed to fix the territory's budget, with annual interest payments set to hit $1 billion. Read the full report on the fiscal crisis.
Revelations about the Bondi gunman have sparked a national push for tighter laws, but Canberra's outdated, paper-based firearms registry obscures where guns are concentrated. Discover the data black hole.
SA Police Commissioner apologises to the family of Bonita Herewane for failures in the 2009 death investigation. Read the full statement and the family's response.
Perth's CBD parking levy raises over $60 million annually, but a lack of transparency on its spending is fuelling public frustration. Clarity on fund allocation is now essential.
The ACT's $137.8m Commonwealth Park aquatic centre faces a critical design choice: allocate precious land and funds for car parking or prioritise community facilities and public transport access.
Suburbs in Canberra's north-west will lose rapid bus services for two years due to Commonwealth Avenue bridge works. Timetable changes start February 2026, with free Friday/Saturday evening travel offered.
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
Actor Guy Pearce has issued a public apology after circulating antisemitic conspiracy theories online. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation from Jewish leaders and advocates.
A new live traffic app aims to help Perth commuters navigate the 12-month closure of Fremantle Traffic Bridge from February 1. Get real-time updates and plan your journey.
The $390 million Mt Ousley interchange project will require full night closures of the M1 Princes Motorway in 2025/2026 for bridge girder installation. Get the latest detour info.
ESPN has apologised after a broadcast failure cut out during the Boomers' dramatic last-second victory over New Zealand. Fans missed Will Hickey's game-winning three-pointer.
Red Bull admits it was wrong to suggest Kimi Antonelli let Lando Norris pass in Qatar. The team regrets the online abuse, including death threats, the Mercedes rookie received. The fallout impacts the tense F1 title fight heading to Abu Dhabi.
A traveller's unexpectedly smooth return via Sydney airport is overshadowed by a nationwide passport outage and a frustrating train journey home. Share your airport experiences.
Newcastle's Stockton ferry service is suspended indefinitely after mechanical failures. Transport NSW hopes for a Christmas return as commuters face hour-long bus commutes.
7NEWS has issued an unreserved apology after mistakenly publishing a photo of respected businessman Vincent Ashe in a report about murder charges against Shaun James Smoothy. Read the full details of the error and apology.
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
The Australian government commits $467 million to Bruce Highway safety works, but critics argue more comprehensive upgrades are needed to address Queensland's growing transport demands.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Pilot Eddie Seve has died after a mid-air collision during an acrobatic formation flight exercise near Wedderburn. Investigations are underway.
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
A year after Canberra's troubled switch to MyWay+, $8.9 million of passenger cash remains stranded in the old system. Discover the fallout from the 'significant failure' and what's being done.
West Australian authorities rejected 876 custom plate applications in 2024-25 for referencing drugs, weapons, and offensive content. Discover what didn't make it onto our roads.