ACT's $150m Aquatic Centre Build Amidst Critique
The ACT Government is pushing ahead with a new $150 million aquatic centre in Woden, despite facing criticism over costs and transparency. Discover the details and the political debate.
The ACT Government is pushing ahead with a new $150 million aquatic centre in Woden, despite facing criticism over costs and transparency. Discover the details and the political debate.
Perth's northern suburbs get a major aquatic upgrade as the $13 million, competition-ready 50m pool at Arena Joondalup sets its public opening date for February 27, featuring AI safety tech and enhanced accessibility.
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 Geelong lifeguard was reduced to tears after a parent screamed at her for enforcing a crucial water slide safety rule. The incident highlights the abuse faced by pool staff.
A violent altercation at a Rockingham shopping centre led to three arrests after a man allegedly brandished a knife. Police responded swiftly to the public disturbance.
Struggling with bored kids in Broome these school holidays? Our guide covers structured sports, free hub events, a reading quest, laser tag, and more to keep them entertained until February 2.
A chemical spill has led to the evacuation of Craigie Leisure Centre in Perth's northern suburbs. Emergency services are on scene. Read the latest updates.
New tender documents for Canberra's $138 million aquatic centre reveal no dive pool or boards, angering users who expected a like-for-like replacement. Key sports and community assets are now under threat.
A major emergency operation unfolded at Geelong's Kardinia Aquatic Centre after a man was found unconscious. Read the full story on the dramatic rescue.
Canterbury Bankstown Council has shut down the Al Madina Dawah Centre, an unauthorised prayer hall linked to cleric Wissam Haddad. The centre lacked proper approval and has faced previous compliance issues.
Canberra faces a severe shortage of outdoor public pools as developers replace them with indoor facilities. With a population set to hit 800,000, experts warn the current trend is unsustainable. Read more.
Ashley Charles Batson, a UK national, has appeared in court via video link from prison, charged over an alleged violent incident at Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre. Read the latest on this serious case.
Part of a roof caved in at a busy Sydney shopping centre, causing panic and injuries. One person treated as investigators probe the cause. Watch the latest updates.
City of Gosnells businesses and community groups, including IGA stores and Masjid Al-Rahman Mosque, are matching donations and running food drives to support families in need this Christmas. Join the effort.
Rock band Magpie Senpai has claimed top honours at WA's longest-running youth music contest, Underground Sounds. Six finalists competed for $5000 in prizes. Discover the winners.
The City of Gosnells has approved zoning changes for a new commercial precinct, bringing a drive-thru Nando's and Guzman y Gomez to Southern River. Discover the full development plans.
An immigration guard at Yongah Hill Detention Centre required surgery after a brutal assault by a detainee. The shocking incident raises serious safety concerns.
Swimming pools across the Hunter region have restricted access to diving blocks this summer, citing safety and insurance concerns. Parents express disappointment as a beloved tradition ends.
An 18-year-old man faces court after allegedly wearing a Nazi symbol outside a Perth mosque. WA Police vow zero tolerance for extremist behaviour. #Perth #HateCrime
The ACT's $137.8m Commonwealth Park aquatic centre faces a critical design choice: allocate precious land and funds for car parking or prioritise community facilities and public transport access.
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.
A Gosnells gift shop was deliberately set on fire overnight, marking a dangerous escalation in Perth's illicit tobacco wars. Police are investigating links to organised crime.
Shocking new video shows the moment a stolen 4WD ploughed through a busy Melbourne shopping centre, sending shoppers including children fleeing. A man faces court.
A vibrant new mural by Ballardong Noongar artist Rohin Kickett now adorns the Burslem Drive underpass in Maddington. Funded by local partners, the artwork creates a safer, more welcoming pedestrian link. Discover the story behind this community project.
The City of Gosnells' free Jingle All the Way Christmas event lights up on Saturday, December 13. Enjoy a festive trail, live music, Santa photos & family fun.
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An 18-year-old man arrested over a violent Black Friday disturbance at Elizabeth City Centre. Two victims, including a critically injured teen, remain in hospital. Police confirm the attack was not random.
Two teenagers arrested after a violent stabbing at Elizabeth City Centre during Black Friday sales. One victim remains in a life-threatening condition. Police confirm it was not a random attack.
Two people seriously injured in Adelaide shopping centre brawl. Suspect in custody as police seek witnesses and mobile footage. Emergency services responded to violent disturbance.
An inmate who launched a violent attack on four prison guards in Cessnock has had his community sentence overturned and will now serve time in prison. Read the full story.