Two Darwin tourists had a shocking start to their Sunday when a sinkhole opened up and swallowed their rental car in Adelaide. Forced to take an Uber to the airport, they share their dramatic story.
New NRMA data reveals the Hunter's most affordable fuel locations for 2025. Muswellbrook leads the region, ranking 5th in NSW for unleaded petrol prices. Discover where to save.
WA Premier Roger Cook asks for patience on stamp duty reform while Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas pushes for immediate action. Explore the debate on housing affordability.
New analysis reveals WA's boosted first home buyer grant has increased property prices by 4.5%, adding $30k to the median home. Is the scheme helping or hurting affordability?
New analysis reveals Australia's cost-of-living squeeze is far worse for some. Discover how your location, sector, and occupation determine your financial pain and what reforms are needed now.
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.
A Canberra tenant is taking his strata company to ACAT after they demanded $4000 to review security footage for a police investigation into his stolen motorcycle. Read the full story.
Perth's rental crisis deepens as it overtakes Sydney and Brisbane, becoming the nation's second most expensive city for tenants. Discover the data and what it means for WA.
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.
Industry leaders warn Perth's property prices could hit $1 million for first-time buyers by 2026. Discover the grim forecast and what it means for the market.
A veteran volunteer firefighter warns dangerously high fuel loads, including combustible African lovegrass, surrounding North Canberra Hospital pose a severe bushfire threat. Authorities say mitigation work is planned.
Despite a looming deadline, one-third of Perth's metropolitan councils have failed to adopt the state's short-term rental planning scheme, raising concerns over enforcement and housing supply. Read more.
Canberrans heading to NYE fireworks face a wet, stormy day with a high of 34C, but the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts clear skies for the midnight countdown. Plan your celebrations with our detailed weather guide.
Desperate renters are paying strangers to inspect properties for them in Australia's competitive rental market. We explore the booming side hustle and what agents think.
From a dramatic lake plunge to a multi-million dollar heist, we go inside the ACT's most significant court cases of 2025. Discover the stories behind the headlines.
Brendan Fraser stars in the heartwarming Boxing Day release 'Rental Family', marking his leading man return after an Oscar win. Read our review of this Tokyo-set film.
A quiet Whitlam street descended into chaos on Christmas Eve as tactical police arrested a 39-year-old man. Residents were told to stay inside during the tense two-hour operation. Read the full story.
St John's Care in Canberra hosted a vital Christmas lunch for 350 people, highlighting the growing need as homelessness increases. The charity, relying solely on donations, supports 70 families monthly.
A look back at February 2025 in Canberra: The Balloon Spectacular moves, a major health funding announcement, and the arrival of the Hells Angels. See the key events that shaped the capital.
A 37-year-old man has died after losing control of a rental e-scooter in Geraldton in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Perth tenants are set to pay an extra $2200 on average for rent in 2025 compared to 2024, as a new report highlights the city's severe rental crisis. Discover the data and what it means for the market.
Perth renters faced an average $2200 annual rent hike in 2025, with house rents up $51 a week. New data reveals families are skipping meals and cutting essentials to cope with the housing crisis.
Canberra Times food critics Chris Hansen, Jasper Lindell and Amy Martin share the dishes they can't forget from 2025, their favourite eateries, and hopes for 2026's dining scene.
Major Canberra light rail construction will close parts of Northbourne Avenue and the city centre for weeks this summer. Get all the key dates, detours, and transport changes you need to know.
Alan Evans, former CEO of NRMA and Medicines Australia, now spends his Christmas season as Santa at Canberra Centre, sharing wisdom and joy with families. Discover his heartwarming stories.
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.
A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.
Western Australia's housing supply crisis intensified in 2025, with Perth's median home price hitting $830,000. UDIA WA's Grant Shepherd reflects on a tough year and new government initiatives aiming to boost supply and affordability for 2026.
REIWA President Suzanne Brown reflects on a challenging 2025 for WA's real estate, marked by bidding wars and rental stress. Her hope for 2026 is a more balanced market. Read the full analysis.