Busselton's Beyond Distilling and Nannup's Rainfall Distillery will showcase their craft at the inaugural Ginuary festival in Perth on January 25. The event supports Variety WA's children's charity programs.
The Canberra Kite Flying Festival returns this Sunday, 18 January 2026, from 10am to 5pm on the Patrick White Lawns. Entry is free, but registration is required for this vibrant family day out.
Initial traffic chaos from Canberra's light rail suspension has settled, with replacement buses now managing demand. Public transport officials say the 'teething problems' are being resolved.
The SXSW Sydney festival will not proceed in 2026, organisers announced. The three-year event generated $276 million and attracted over 345,000 attendees. Read the full story.
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
Navigate Canberra's extreme climate with confidence. Our expert guide reveals how to select a qualified mechanic for reliable car service and repair in the ACT.
Conservationists are alarmed as the Queensland government scraps a ban on shooting spectacled flying foxes, putting the endangered species at greater risk. Urgent action is needed to protect our native wildlife.
The Adelaide Writers' Festival faces mass withdrawals and board resignations after disinviting author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Federal Minister Madeleine King supports the decision, citing 'vile commentary'. Read the latest.
Perth's Fremantle hosts the SailGP grand prix this weekend. Watch 13 elite teams, including the Hollywood-backed Aussie crew, race at 100km/h just metres from shore. Don't miss the action!
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Extreme temperatures over 41°C have killed hundreds of flying foxes in Dapto and Figtree, leaving wildlife volunteers distressed and vulnerable species at risk. Learn more about the impact.
The HONK! Oz street music festival's Grand Street Parade filled Wollongong's Crown Street Mall with vibrant performances despite soaring temperatures. The 11th annual free festival celebrates community, music, and social justice.
Canberra's iconic Summernats car festival pushed through a scorching heatwave, crowned a grand champion and announced a 2027 expansion to New Zealand. Read the full story.
Eleven former Adelaide Festival leaders have penned a scathing letter over the board's decision to drop a Palestinian author from Writers' Week. Discover the fallout and who has pulled out.
Canberra's iconic Summernats car festival is expanding globally, with a New Zealand event set for 2027 following its US debut. The roaring success story continues.
Defying the roar of muscle cars, a minuscule Peel P50 with a 50cc engine became the unlikely crowd favourite at Australia's biggest car festival in Canberra. Discover its unique story.
Your essential guide to the hottest acts at Fringe World Perth 2026. Discover award-winning circus, bold cabaret, and side-splitting comedy from January 21. Plan your festival adventure now!
Summernats 38 revs into gear as Canberra swelters under a heatwave and total fire ban. Fans and cars battle the extreme temperatures at the iconic car festival.
A reflective ode to Canberra's summer charm and the evolution of Lake Burley Griffin, from its dusty beginnings to today's vibrant lakeside precincts. Discover why the capital is a work in progress worth celebrating.
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.
Dreamfields Festival is officially returning to Townsville in 2025 after a massive debut. Get ready for another epic weekend of music and camping in North Queensland!
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
A lifesaving sprinkler system for Geelong's vulnerable grey-headed flying fox colony is delayed, risking mass deaths in extreme heat. Urgent action is needed to protect this crucial species.
June 2025 in Canberra featured the opening of the Charles Bean Research Centre and a historic cold snap, with temperatures plunging to a record low of minus 7.6 degrees. See the capital's key moments.
Relive July 2025 in Canberra: The Raiders dominated the NRL as minor premiers, while Australia's first astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, inspired students at Questacon. See the key moments.
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.
Canberra's iconic Civic Olympic Pool, a summer hub for 70 years, is slated for demolition. The new aquatic centre lacks diving facilities, sparking community concern over lost heritage and youth space. Discover what the city stands to lose.
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 peak residents' council in Canberra's inner south has strongly opposed proposed planning changes for higher-density 'missing middle' housing, citing threats to heritage and amenity. Read the full story.
Warmer weather brings snakes onto Canberra school grounds. Learn the official safety protocols, deterrent strategies, and what to do if you spot one.