Shop owners and staff at Newcastle's Marketown Shopping Centre report daily antisocial behaviour, harassment and violence, with a recent stabbing highlighting growing safety fears. Calls for improved security intensify.
Elise Phillips brings extensive domestic violence sector expertise to lead the Illawarra Women's Trauma Recovery Centre, an Australian-first service supporting victim-survivors. Read about her vision.
Mexican food chain Guzman y Gomez is eyeing Corio for its next Victorian location as part of a major national expansion. Read about the plans and local reaction.
A 25-year-old man on parole faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting his partner in a Canberra home. Police detail the incident and urge anyone in a violent situation to seek help.
A Lake Macquarie woman details how scammers stole $14,800 from her bank account in a Morisset car park. NSW Police have charged two men over a series of similar incidents targeting older drivers.
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
NSW Police charge two men over a scam targeting elderly drivers at shopping centres. A second pair are wanted as investigations continue. Police urge the public to come forward with information.
A Cooktown machine operator has been sentenced to jail after his third assault on a much younger partner. Read the details of the case and the court's decision.
A 30-storey, $200 million apartment building is proposed for Adelaide's East End, promising luxury living and retail space. Discover the plans set to reshape the city skyline.
A violent altercation at a Rockingham shopping centre led to three arrests after a man allegedly brandished a knife. Police responded swiftly to the public disturbance.
Queen Camilla has shared a harrowing story of being physically attacked on a train as a teenager, speaking out to help end the stigma around violence against women.
Two teenage boys, aged 12 and 14, have been arrested and charged following an alleged break-in at Muswellbrook Fair Shopping Centre that caused thousands in damage. Read the latest on the police investigation.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was stabbed at Cockburn Gateway shopping centre in Success. A manhunt is underway following reports of a suspect with a machete.
A South Australian MP has been denied bail and remanded in custody following serious domestic violence charges. The case has sent shockwaves through state politics.
A Sydney mother and her new partner were found with fatal stab wounds. Her ex-partner has been charged with murder as the community mourns a 'selfless' woman. Support is available.
A small fire at The Shed Cafe in Watagan Park Central, Cooranbong, led to a temporary evacuation and closure on Sunday afternoon. Emergency services responded quickly, with no injuries reported.
WA Premier Roger Cook confirms no changes to Perth's restrictive retail trading hours during this government term, citing a focus on other priorities. Read the full story.
Perth's Boxing Day sales saw huge crowds at Karrinyup Shopping Centre, with nearly 100,000 shoppers expected. Discover the trends, top stores, and national spending forecasts.
Boxing Day sales in Perth saw huge crowds descend on Karrinyup Shopping Centre and the CBD for post-Christmas bargains. Shoppers queued for hours for major discounts.
Bargain hunters flocked to Perth's Karrinyup Shopping Centre and CBD for Boxing Day sales. Shops reported strong crowds and extended hours, marking a bustling start to post-Christmas retail.
Shoppers descended on Perth's Karrinyup Shopping Centre and CBD for Boxing Day sales, with major retailers reporting strong traffic and eager bargain hunters. Discover the scene and the deals.
Wollongong's bargain hunters weigh in on the Boxing Day vs Black Friday debate as national spending is set to hit $3.1 billion. Experts warn shoppers to track prices and beware of sophisticated scams.
Black Friday sales have dramatically reshaped Australian holiday shopping, with new data showing higher spending and earlier purchases compared to traditional Boxing Day sales. Explore the shift in consumer behaviour.
Adelaide's ambitious $20 million Grand Opera project is back on, with fresh dates locked in for 2025. Discover the new timeline and what it means for the city's arts scene.
As Christmas nears, thousands flock to Chadstone shopping centre and Sydney Fish Market for last-minute gifts and seafood. Get the latest on festive crowds and travel.
WA's planning body has greenlit a $25 million Woolworths development in Pinjarra, overriding the Shire of Murray's concerns about the location's impact on the historic town centre. Discover the details.
Supriya Thakur, 36, was found dead in her Northfield home in an alleged domestic violence incident. The devoted mother was working towards her nursing registration.
New data reveals Australia's laid-back approach to Christmas shopping, with 9% buying on Christmas Day. Discover the trends and total spending forecast for 2024. Plan your gifts now!
A 36-year-old woman has died in a Northfield home. A 42-year-old man was arrested at the scene and charged with murder. He was refused bail and will face court Monday.
A $1.2 million footpath upgrade is transforming access to The Willows Shopping Centre in Townsville, improving safety and connectivity for thousands of shoppers. Discover the details of this council-led project.