Newcastle District Cricket Association will seek clarification after umpires withdrew services on a scorching Saturday. Matches went ahead with players filling in. Get the full story and round nine results.
Murgheboluc suffered a stunning batting collapse of 7-10 to lose their first game of the GCA season. Meanwhile, Thomson secured their third consecutive victory. Get the full match details and analysis here.
North Geelong Warriors legend Sam Hall celebrated his 300th first-grade match with a brilliant 55-run innings. Read about his remarkable career and the club's tribute.
East Belmont snatched a last-ball win over Grovedale, while Luke Ford's century powered St Peters to victory in a dramatic Round 9 of GCA1 cricket. Get all the scores and highlights.
New report reveals how heatwaves and extreme weather events are overwhelming Australia's health services, driving up emergency admissions and costs. Learn the urgent call for climate-resilient healthcare.
Shocking data reveals only 52% of Hunter New England adults saw a dentist last year. Experts warn preventable dental diseases are worsening due to systemic gaps and underfunding. Read more.
Clinicians at a new Adelaide mental health unit refused to admit more patients due to unsafe staffing levels, forcing SafeWork intervention. Read the full story.
New data reveals WA's cost of living crisis is forcing families to choose between food and bills, with smoking rates also rising. Doctors are sounding the alarm. Read the full report.
Novak Djokovic has severed ties with the Professional Tennis Players Association, the breakaway union he launched in 2021, citing transparency and governance issues. The 24-time Grand Slam champion will now focus on his Australian Open campaign.
The final round of the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A1 Grade season is set for a thrilling climax, with three finals places still undecided. See who's in the running.
New data reveals a stark trend in the Hunter: dog registrations are exploding while birth rates fall. Meet locals choosing 'fur babies' and explore the numbers behind this societal shift.
Merewether Lions secured first-innings points in Newcastle District Cricket, while Daniel Chillingworth endured agony with 99 not out. Full round-up of Saturday's action.
A deep dive into what each Geelong Cricket Association club must work on and their potential game-changers ahead of the 2026 season. Discover the local cricket insights.
A Charters Towers couple are celebrating the arrival of their son, Townsville's first baby of 2026. Born at Townsville University Hospital, the healthy boy arrived just after midnight.
The Geelong Cricket Association has unveiled its talented junior squads for the 2024 Country Week carnival. Discover which local stars will represent the region in Melbourne.
Oliver and Charlotte are South Australia's favourite baby names for 2025. Discover the full list of trending and classic choices for boys and girls.
St Joseph's batsman Andrew Casey is the standout performer in Geelong Cricket Association's First Grade after eight rounds. Discover his impressive stats and the season's top players.
The body of a 64-year-old man has been recovered from the Hume Weir at Table Top, NSW, four days after he went missing while boating with two children. The children were rescued unharmed. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
Evelyn and Oliver are Canberra's most popular baby names for 2025, as royal-inspired choices decline. Discover the latest trends and historical data from the ACT birth registry.
Australian comedian Tanya Hennessy announces the birth of her daughter on Christmas Day after a long journey with endometriosis and IVF. Read her emotional story.
A Townsville mother receives the ultimate Christmas gift as her baby arrives 10 days early. Read the heartwarming story of the surprise delivery at Townsville University Hospital.
Zolile Ganya-Jones arrived at 4am on December 25, becoming the first baby born on Christmas Day at Canberra Women's and Children's Hospital. New parents Juanita Ganya and Hugo Jones share their festive joy.
Xavier Bell from Ocean Grove celebrates his birthday on December 25, Australia's least common birth date. Discover how his family makes it special.
Boxing Day is battling to reclaim its crown as Australia's top sales event, with shoppers forecast to drop $1.6 billion. See the state-by-state breakdown and what's driving the spending surge.
A new survey reveals more than a quarter of West Australians will consider regifting unwanted presents this Christmas. Discover the most common regifted items and expert tips for ethical gift-giving.
Bring timeless Aussie tradition to your table with four festive baking recipes from the Country Women's Association archives, including a Christmas cake first judged in 1952. Perfect for holiday gatherings.
A dramatic final round before the Christmas break saw City snatch top spot, a teen prodigy return with a ton, and a rare reverse outright in Newcastle's first-grade cricket.
North Geelong debutant Victor Morrow announces himself with a match-winning performance. Read the full Geelong Cricket Association Round 8 wrap, including Newtown & Chilwell's second straight win.
The Australian Cricketers' Association warns careers are on the line due to failing Snicko technology in the Ashes, demanding the ICC take control. Read the full story.
Mining and energy groups warn a Federal Court decision creates a 'two-tiered' workplace class, expanding union delegate powers beyond Fair Work Commission limits. Read the full story.