Persistent rain in Townsville is cooling beaches, potentially leading to a boom in male green sea turtle hatchlings. Experts monitor the crucial nesting season. Learn about this fascinating climate impact.
Wollongong City Council will deploy surveillance cars to monitor timed parking zones from February 2026, replacing manual tyre chalking. The one-year trial aims to improve efficiency and turnover in high-demand areas.
A national car club abandons plans for a 200-person meeting in Wollongong due to a critical shortage of affordable hotel rooms, highlighting a major hurdle for the city's visitor economy.
Israeli national Gefen Bitton, who ran towards a terrorist during the Bondi Beach attack, has been granted permanent residency. He remains in hospital recovering from three gunshot wounds.
Israeli national Gefen Bitton, shot while confronting a terrorist during the Bondi Beach attack, has been granted permanent residency. Read his heroic story.
Israeli national Gefen Bitton, shot while confronting a terrorist during the Bondi Beach attack, has been granted permanent residency. Read his incredible story of bravery.
A tropical low in the Coral Sea is intensifying and tracking towards the North Queensland coast. Residents urged to monitor warnings and prepare. #CycloneWatch #QLDweather
Ahmed Al Ahmed, who confronted a gunman at Bondi Beach, has flown to Los Angeles for medical care. Read about his bravery and recovery journey.
A mother and son held at gunpoint in Altona North home invasion. Separately, a massive sinkhole opens above the North East Link tunnel works in Heidelberg. Follow the latest.
The immediate cyclone risk for Far North Queensland has lowered, but meteorologists warn the Coral Sea remains primed for future tropical threats. Stay prepared.
A tropical low in the Coral Sea has the potential to form into a cyclone later this week, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Residents are urged to monitor forecasts closely.
Perth's beloved Sculpture by the Sea exhibition is back for 2026 after a year's absence due to a federal funding cut. The free event runs from March 6-23. Read more.
Wollongong City Council will review the cancelled New Year's Eve fireworks after a wave washed over the breakwall. The probe will ask why there was no Plan B. Read the full story.
A renewed deep-sea search for missing flight MH370 is scheduled for early 2026, led by Ocean Infinity using a new fleet. Discover the latest plans and technology.
A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
A large-scale ocean search is ongoing for a male snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. Police and rescue teams are involved. Read the latest updates.
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
From housing and tourism to infrastructure and youth, discover the 2026 goals of Cairns and Far North Queensland's key leaders. What's their vision for the region?
Wollongong Art Gallery has closed an exhibition after artist Anthony Lister was charged with multiple offences, including alleged sexual assault. The council is monitoring the case.
Wollongong City Council cancels the 9pm New Year's Eve fireworks display due to dangerous ocean conditions at the harbour. Public safety cited as the top priority.
Wollongong residents condemn racist propaganda distributed in local letterboxes. A former AFP communications head speaks out against the 'filth' targeting the community.
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.
Ring in 2026 across the Illawarra! Our complete guide covers Wollongong Harbour fireworks, the Summer Carnival, and live music from Royale With Cheese to Touch Sensitive. Find your perfect party.
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?
Explore how Tourism Tropical North Queensland's four-decade history of unified advocacy transformed Cairns into a global destination, driving major infrastructure and economic growth.
Plans lodged to replace the 50-year-old Boat Harbour Motel in Wollongong with a dual-tower apartment complex featuring affordable housing. Public exhibition open until February 9.
A bus and car collision in Sydney's North Ryde sent the bus careering into a medical centre. Three people were hospitalised and dozens evacuated. Investigations are ongoing.
A punishing Sydney to Hobart has forced 33 yachts out, with crews reporting broken ribs, lost life rafts and major damage. Follow the dramatic race for line honours here.
A teenage boy is in a serious condition after being injured by a sea biscuit at Lake Kepwari. Emergency services performed a complex rescue. Read the latest details.
Wollongong's bargain hunters weigh in on the Boxing Day vs Black Friday debate as national spending is set to hit $3.1 billion. Experts warn shoppers to track prices and beware of sophisticated scams.