WFH injury claim overturned in landmark tribunal ruling
A landmark appeal decision has overturned compensation for a council worker injured at home, reshaping how work-from-home injuries are assessed in Australia. Read the full story.
A landmark appeal decision has overturned compensation for a council worker injured at home, reshaping how work-from-home injuries are assessed in Australia. Read the full story.
A senior judge reveals a surge in children being sent to detention in Queensland, blaming a critical lack of consequential thinking. Explore the crisis inside our courts.
Police in Katherine, NT, have arrested three primary school-aged boys over a series of burglaries and property damage. Investigations continue for four other suspects.
Crown Perth celebrates its 40th anniversary, transforming into an 80s wonderland. Discover how the former rubbish dump became WA's largest single-site employer with over 5000 staff.
A Newcastle Herald reader argues that community sport, when focused on wellbeing and inclusion, is vital for youth resilience and mental health. Read the full debate.
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Former NBL player Emmanuel 'Manny' Malou returns to his roots in Melbourne's west, offering free weekly basketball training to teens. His foundation provides hope and a positive path amid rising youth crime statistics. Discover how sport is creating chang
AJ, 18, went from a traumatic childhood to performing for a massive crowd with the Unbroken Carollers, a group formed by charity Musicians Making a Difference to support at-risk youth.
A Federal Court ruling paves the way for 13 former staff to sue the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Canberra for unfair dismissal, rejecting claims of sovereign immunity. Read the full legal analysis.
Anglicare Australia's 2025 Jobs Snapshot reveals a dire shortage of entry-level jobs, with 25 long-term unemployed for every vacancy. The report condemns a privatised system that profits from poverty.
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
As Australia's social media ban for teens looms, experts warn it severs crucial support networks. Youth Action CEO Lauren Stracey argues for investment in physical youth hubs to combat the loneliness crisis.
A landmark South Australian tourism agreement will see vast land parcels returned to Indigenous owners and generate half a billion dollars in rent. Read the full story.
Perth Scorchers will wear shoes featuring Aboriginal art in their Aboriginal Heritage match against Brisbane Heat. A win is essential to keep their WBBL finals hopes alive. Read more.
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
Skydive Cairns staff have walked out after being told their pay could be slashed by up to 50%. The proposed cuts have sparked outrage and safety concerns.
Discover how artist Tony Albert's black notebook sparked the National Gallery's vibrant new Indigenous Art Triennial, 'After the Rain', a celebration of renewal and contemporary First Nations art. Opens December 6.
A new intensive support program on a Mareeba farm is working to address the root causes of youth crime in Far North Queensland. Learn how this initiative is offering a fresh start.
Senior Indigenous leader Trent Wilkinson takes the helm of the APY Lands after a damning report led to the suspension of the previous leadership team. Learn about the new direction.
AI development risks exploiting Indigenous knowledge without consent or benefit. Expert Emma Garlett calls for urgent ethical frameworks and Indigenous-led solutions to protect cultural heritage.
Senior ACT public servants will be legally required to demonstrate cultural capability and work to eliminate institutional racism under a new bill supported by the government.
Barnaby Joyce's resignation timing raises questions about political self-interest while readers debate Indigenous justice, renewable energy costs, and international affairs in Canberra Times letters.
Discover how a pioneering Indigenous nurse transformed healthcare in North Queensland. Her inspiring journey continues to impact communities today.
Shocking new data reveals youth homelessness affects nine classrooms of young Australians every night. Learn the devastating facts and what must be done to address this national crisis.
A man faces murder charges after a tragic crash in Doomadgee claimed the lives of a woman and child. Police investigation reveals shocking details about the incident.
Mission Australia's youth survey reveals Townsville teens face higher mental health challenges than Queensland peers. Discover the critical findings and urgent call to action.
New Mission Australia survey reveals Hunter youth are more employed but stressed about housing and living costs. Discover the key findings and what needs to change.
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
Noongar woman Emma Garlett explores how changing seasons signal land stress and why Indigenous knowledge matters for Australia's environmental future. Learn more.