ACT Schools Close, Fun Run Shines in November 2025
A look back at November 2025 in Canberra: community fun runs, sudden school closures due to asbestos in play sand, and local fundraising efforts. See the pivotal moments.
A look back at November 2025 in Canberra: community fun runs, sudden school closures due to asbestos in play sand, and local fundraising efforts. See the pivotal moments.
The HONK! Oz street music festival's Grand Street Parade filled Wollongong's Crown Street Mall with vibrant performances despite soaring temperatures. The 11th annual free festival celebrates community, music, and social justice.
Newcastle's nightlife scene is transforming, with suburban pubs investing millions in renovations to attract diverse crowds as traditional nightclubs close. Discover the new hubs.
The Palaszczuk government cannot say when vital repairs to flood-damaged Mount Spec Road will be finished, leaving Paluma residents and businesses in limbo. Read the latest.
A garbage truck fire has forced the closure of the Kwinana Freeway southbound at Armadale Road, Jandakot, causing major traffic delays. DFES is on scene. Drivers urged to avoid the area.
Emergency services responded to a bicycle crash at Hunter and Darby streets in Newcastle. A man was treated at the scene, causing temporary road closures. Read the latest.
A woman and a truck driver suffered serious head injuries in separate early morning crashes in NSW, prompting road closures and helicopter rescues. Get the latest traffic updates.
Navigating Canberra during Summernats 38? Here's your essential guide to road closures, free public transport, and light rail changes from January 8. Plan ahead to avoid delays.
Torquay residents slam a new $80,000 roundabout sign as confusing and more dangerous than before. Locals demand action from VicRoads to fix the safety hazard.
A truck trailer erupted in flames at the Mooney Mooney rest area, forcing closures and detours. Firefighters contained the blaze, but drivers must use alternative routes.
Perth motorists warned of major disruptions as the Westbridge Funds Road National Championships take over central roads from Jan 7-11. Plan ahead for delays.
An 81-year-old woman was hospitalised after a serious crash on Lloyd Street in Midland. Police are urging anyone with dashcam footage or information to contact Crime Stoppers.
The new pedestrian laneway connecting Union and Market Streets in Geelong is officially open, enhancing city access and supporting local businesses. Discover the transformation.
ACT Police are hunting a group of men after a fight outside a Dickson KFC exploded into a road rage incident where a hammer was thrown, smashing a car window. Witnesses with dash-cam footage urged to come forward.
A trailer came loose on the Kennedy Highway near Mareeba, causing traffic chaos for hours. Emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Read the full details.
Confronting 2025 data reveals Lake Macquarie had the state's second-worst road toll. Speed was the leading killer as NSW lost 355 lives. Read the full analysis and official pleas for safer driving.
Western Australia sees a decrease in road fatalities for 2025, contrasting with a sharp rise across Australia. Explore the latest figures and safety analysis.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Wollongong residents have shared ambitious ideas, including a tunnel and a Las Vegas-style sign, for the Flinders St 'arrival boulevard' revamp. What do you think should happen?
Canberrans borrowed over 1.4 million items in 2025, with a sci-fi novel and a popular cookbook topping the lists. Discover the capital's reading habits and the challenges facing its library network.
Torrential rain has cut off remote Gulf communities as major roads disappear underwater. Authorities issue urgent warnings and residents prepare for isolation.
Geelong's business landscape is shifting in 2025, with several long-standing pubs, cafes, and shops closing their doors. Discover the stories behind the closures and what it means for the city.
Transport for NSW has detailed road closures around Wollongong Harbour for New Year's Eve fireworks. Plan your trip with public transport advice and key times.
Traffic has returned to Boundary Road in Armstrong Creek as the Barwon Heads Road upgrade moves to its next phase. Get the latest on the project timeline and upcoming changes.
Plan your festive season with our complete guide to opening hours for Services Australia, Australia Post, and major banks. Avoid the hassle and know when services are closed.
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
Three iconic Western Australian drives have been ranked among Australia's top road trips for families and couples, scoring highly for safety, scenery, and amenities. Discover the best routes for your next adventure.
Vestas predicts a surge in wind farm investment from mid-2026 as WA races to replace coal power before 2030 closures. Key projects are already underway.
For the first time, endangered Little Terns have nested on Blacksmiths beach near Newcastle. Conservationists hail the milestone and urge beachgoers to protect the fragile site.
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.