Canberra's December 2025: Art, Sport & Korean Wave
A visual recap of Canberra's December 2025, featuring a towering Braddon mural, Big Bash action at Manuka, and the Hallyu! exhibition launch at the National Museum.
A visual recap of Canberra's December 2025, featuring a towering Braddon mural, Big Bash action at Manuka, and the Hallyu! exhibition launch at the National Museum.
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 21-year-old man has been charged after allegedly assaulting two police officers on a South Coast beach, leaving a senior constable with serious facial injuries. Read the full details of the violent arrest.
Discover Pearla Co, the North Fremantle restaurant championing local seafood with a sustainable, flavour-packed menu. A must-visit for food lovers in WA.
A 63-year-old Geelong man has been sentenced to jail for stalking and unlawfully assaulting a young hospitality worker. Read the full court details and outcome.
The Braddon Fringe Festival launched Summernats 2026 in sweltering 35-degree heat, drawing car enthusiasts and families to Lonsdale Street. Discover the event's evolution and local impact.
Navigating Canberra during Summernats 38? Here's your essential guide to road closures, free public transport, and light rail changes from January 8. Plan ahead to avoid delays.
A 37-year-old Braddon woman faces court accused of attempting to murder a man by stabbing him multiple times with a steak knife. Read the latest from the ACT Magistrates Court.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
ACT Police dispersed revellers performing illegal burnouts on Lonsdale Street ahead of the Summernats festival, which expects 130,000 visitors amid a severe heatwave.
A 33-year-old Canberra man faces court, accused of raping a woman who fell asleep after a pre-move-in dinner. He was granted bail to live in Moruya. Support services available.
Pomona, a new South American-inspired restaurant, brings a sophisticated, gluten-free dining option to the Gili Islands. Read our first taste review.
Canberra-born entrepreneur Sam Prince's Zambrero chain has reached a $2 billion valuation. Discover the incredible journey from a Braddon shop to a global force fighting hunger.
Discover De Tatar Vintage, a tranquil eco-restaurant in Lombok's rice fields serving authentic, fiery Sasak cuisine. Find out why this hidden warung offers a five-star experience beyond just food.
A new Guzman y Gomez drive-through restaurant has been approved for Cairns' Hambledon Drive commercial precinct, promising jobs and a fresh dining option. Read the latest development news.
ACT Police have identified the victim of a suspicious death in Braddon and are appealing for the owner of a grey Toyota Hilux seen near the scene to come forward. Contact Crime Stoppers with information.
Artist Lawrence Tan spent 17 days suspended in a cherry picker to create 'Flourish', a massive native flora mural in Canberra's Braddon, funded by a $36,000 grant. Discover the story behind the artwork.
Adrian Beau Cardinal, a Perth massage therapist, faces court accused of indecent assault. The alleged incident occurred during a professional session in May 2023. Read the full details.
A Cairns apartment manager who assaulted elderly residents has had his jail sentence overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the shocking case and the court's decision.
ACT Police are searching for a man who allegedly indecently grabbed a woman while riding an e-scooter with multi-coloured lights in Gungahlin. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Discover Kiri Japanese in Shenton Park, a compact restaurant serving authentic, flavour-packed Japanese cuisine. Read our review of their must-try dishes and intimate dining experience.
Discover the five Western Australian restaurants that earned perfect scores in STM's 2025 reviews, from Bunker Bay to Perth CBD. Find your next culinary destination.
A man is fighting for life in hospital following a serious assault in Northbridge. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses. Read the latest.
A 63-year-old man is fighting for life after a violent stabbing at a Central Coast restaurant. A 40-year-old known to the victim has been charged. Get the latest details.
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.
A new deli and Lebanese restaurant, Theo's Kitchen, has opened on Geelong's bustling Pakington Street, offering authentic flavours and fresh produce. Discover the latest addition to the local food scene.
A 61-year-old man faces court over alleged sexual assaults at massage businesses in Southport and Chermside. Police fear more victims exist and urge others to come forward.
A Cairns security guard and self-defence teacher has been sentenced to six years in prison for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman. Read the full court report.
Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas has closed his acclaimed Canberra venue Carlotta after just over a year, citing a failed expansion plan. Read the full story behind the sudden closure.
The annual cost for Canberra's Civic and Braddon flower boxes has surged by more than $100,000. Discover the details of the new contract and who foots the bill.