Power station guilty of massive Lake Macquarie fish kill
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
Perth's new Victoria's Secret store opened with influencer fanfare but no Candice Swanepoel. We cover the launch, ASX's fine aftermath, and a legal battle between heart surgeons. Read more.
Gold Valley Group and owner Yuzheng Xie hit with massive fines for mining without authority. The case follows a worker's death at their Wiluna West site. Read the full details.
A 44-year-old driver will face only a fine after a shocking road rage incident on the M1 left a young motorcyclist hospitalised. Watch the dashcam footage and get the latest details.
Discover why Canberra's Boat House restaurant, with over 30 years of service, defies the 'bad view' dining rule. Our review of the $92 three-course lunch reveals impeccable service and classic, high-quality dishes.
South32's Mozal aluminium refinery in Mozambique will be mothballed by March due to a deadlocked power supply deal, impacting global aluminium production. Read the full story.
More than 104,000 homes and businesses in Perth have had power restored after a severe summer storm, but 8,000 remain without electricity. Western Power crews continue repair efforts.
An engineering firm has been fined $750,000 after a shoring wall it designed collapsed on a Canberra construction site, creating a 'very real' risk of multiple deaths. Read the full court findings.
Widespread blackouts crippled parts of Australia after multiple power stations failed during the morning peak. Discover the cause and ongoing impact on the national grid.
Simon Scott Jansen has been disqualified from driving and fined after pleading guilty to high-range drink driving in Townsville. Read the full court details.
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
Annual home electricity bills in the ACT have increased by 10%, but the regulator says competition is improving. Discover how shopping around can still lead to significant savings of over 20%.
Three Sunshine Coast men face hefty fines after an illegal campfire escalated into a seven-hectare bushfire at Teewah Beach. Authorities warn of permanent fire bans.
A Bassendean landowner has been fined $17,000 for illegally removing regulated trees. The landmark case highlights the council's commitment to protecting canopy cover. Learn more about the policy.
A man has been hit with a $10,000 fine and jail time for performing a Nazi salute outside a Queensland synagogue. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Fed-up Brisbane residents are using social media to identify plant thieves caught on CCTV stealing trees and shrubs in Fortitude Valley. Authorities warn offenders face hefty fines.
A wildlife enthusiast faces massive fines after handling a deadly death adder for photos in Queensland. Learn why this dangerous act violates wildlife protection laws.
West Australians face uncertainty as Treasurer Rita Saffioti delays decision on 2026 electricity rebates. Will households get relief from cost of living pressures?
Cuddles Early Learning in Byford fined $50,000 after toddler escaped into traffic. Learn about the safety failures and court ruling that demands immediate improvements.
A Geelong demolition company has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for illegally dumping and burning construction waste in Charlemont. Learn about the environmental consequences.
Uber has been slapped with a $250,000 fine for allowing ineligible drivers to carry passengers in NSW. The company pleaded guilty to 57 safety breaches. Read the full story.
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says no new coal plants will be built under Liberal policy, focusing on renewables, gas, and nuclear while experts warn of price rises.
Widespread power outage hits South Australia leaving thousands without electricity. SA Power Networks working to restore supply amid extreme weather conditions.
Exclusive: Several Canberra suburbs face more blackouts despite stable outage rates. Evoenergy data reveals a surge in Gungahlin, Molonglo, and Weston Creek. Learn the causes and impacts.
Liberal MPs block debate on Australia's energy crisis as households face soaring power bills. Analysis reveals flaws in government's renewable transition plan.
An Adelaide mother spent over $50k fighting a $107 double parking fine. After a four-year legal battle, the Court of Appeal ruled in her favour. Discover her incredible story.
Motorists warned against using illegal websites claiming to clear fines and demerit points. False nominations could lead to $11,000 penalties as authorities crack down.
Merne at Lighthouse, a Bellarine Peninsula fine dining institution, is closing its doors in January 2026 after a decade of memorable meals and hospitality. Discover the story behind the farewell.
Hundreds of Tablelands residents lost power after a truck struck powerlines near Malanda. Ergon Energy crews worked through the night to restore electricity to affected areas.