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Townsville man sentenced for high-range drink driving
Isitolo Vilo Finau has been convicted and fined in Townsville Magistrates Court for a high-range drink driving offence. Learn the details of the case and the court's ruling.
Hervey Range Tea Rooms Sold by Longtime Family Custodians
The iconic Hervey Range Tea Rooms near Townsville has been sold after 27 years under the one family. Discover the history and what's next for this beloved heritage landmark.
Award-Winning Retirement Villages Transforming Queensland
Explore The Village Retirement Group's award-winning approach to luxury independent living for over-65s in South East Queensland. Discover how their resident-first model is redefining retirement.
Townsville man fined, banned for drink-driving
Grant Andrew Carter has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for high-range drink-driving. Read the full details of his fine and driving disqualification.
Geelong's Cost of Living: $100 in 2005 Now $168
A Geelong Advertiser analysis reveals the true cost of living crisis. See how inflation has eroded buying power in two decades. Read the full breakdown.
Man charged after driving at Nelson Bay five times over limit
A 33-year-old man spent a night in custody after police allege he drove dangerously at Nelson Bay with a blood alcohol reading of 0.280. He faces multiple charges as police operations continue.
Woman charged over drunk driving crash with three kids on Christmas
A 34-year-old woman faces court after allegedly crashing with three children in the car while drunk on Christmas Day in Sydney's west. Read the full details.
Truck driver's alleged 0.273 BAC on Christmas Eve
A Forde truck driver allegedly recorded a blood-alcohol reading five times the legal limit on the Monaro Highway, with police warning of 'serious risk'. Read the full details.
Minister's driver blows 0.183, pleads guilty
The professional driver for NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley has pleaded guilty after recording a blood alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit on the Far South Coast. Read the full details.
QLD Fuel Prices Jump 50c/L in 'Unfair' Christmas Hike
Queensland motorists are paying up to $25 more per tank as petrol prices spike weeks early. The RACQ slams the 'unjustified' hike as a deliberate cash grab before Christmas.
WA Budget: $7.5bn boost, surplus, but no new relief
WA's mid-year review reveals a $7.5bn revenue windfall from iron ore and gold, delivering an eighth straight surplus. Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends no new cost-of-living measures. Read the full analysis.
What's stopping Townsville's CBD apartment boom?
Property experts identify the major hurdles preventing a high-rise apartment surge in Townsville's CBD. Discover the critical factors and future outlook for city living.
Gosnells community rallies for Christmas donation drives
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.
West Aussies Cut Black Friday Spending as Pressures Mount
Bankwest data shows a drop in Black Friday shoppers across WA as households tighten budgets. Discover the spending trends and what it means for the local economy.
Key Tablelands freight route reopens, highway work pauses
A vital freight route on the Atherton Tablelands has reopened, offering relief for local businesses. Major Bruce Highway repair work is set to pause for the festive season. Read the latest updates.
Honeysuckle restaurant closes amid hospitality crisis
Thermidor Oyster Bar & Brasserie shuts its doors, with owners citing rising costs and tough trading conditions. Industry warns more closures could follow across the Hunter.
Just 10% of Aussies Happy with Living Standards
A new survey reveals a deepening cost of living crisis in Australia, with only 10% satisfied. Experts warn 2026 could be even tougher. Read the full analysis.
Get Designer-Style Perfumes for $12.99 This Christmas
Designer Brands makes luxury scents accessible with its new Summer Fragrance Collection, inspired by Chanel & Gucci, for just $12.99. Beat the cost of living crisis this Christmas.
Driver trapped after ute-truck crash on Gillies Range Rd
A man was freed by emergency crews after a serious collision between a ute and a truck on the Gillies Range Road near Cairns. Read the latest on the rescue and road conditions.
Shocking sacrifices made in Perth's housing crisis
Perth's housing crisis forces residents into extreme measures: skipping meals, working multiple jobs, and delaying medical care just to keep a roof overhead. Discover the human cost.
Couples need $1.6m for comfortable retirement
New data reveals a record sum is required for a comfortable retirement in Australia. Find out how much you need to save and the lifestyle it funds.
Labor's spending blamed for WA cost of living pain
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.
Newcastle city apartment hits market with $1M+ price guide
A beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Newcastle is on the market, promising ease, comfort and convenience. Price guide $1,000,000 - $1,100,000.
Driver fined $1500 for high-range drink driving in Townsville
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.
Aussies set to spend $1b on pets this Christmas
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.
Kmart's triumphant return to Charlestown Square after 15 years
Kmart has reopened at Charlestown Square, delighting Hunter shoppers. The store is part of a major retail refresh, with Adidas and W Cosmetics also coming. Read more.
Construction starts on Newcastle's Merewether retirement village
Work is now underway on The Merewether, a luxury over-55s community at Newcastle's golf club. Over half the $100M+ apartments are sold, with residents moving in within 18 months. Discover more.
SA has highest child poverty rate, mum's Christmas struggle
New data reveals South Australia has the nation's highest child poverty rate. Mum Kayla shares how she salvaged last Christmas with community help. Read her story.
Cost of living kills Aussie pub round tradition
New research reveals the cost-of-living crunch is forcing Australians to abandon the tradition of shouting rounds at the pub, with a surprising gender divide emerging. Discover the data and tips to navigate social spending.
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