Parramatta Eels icon and commentator Peter Sterling has come full circle, signing as ambassador for the Newcastle Rugby League's Northern Hawks. The local boy is back to inspire the next generation.
Six Northern Territory students with Down syndrome will attend a major Victorian conference after their advocacy group secured a $20,000 CommBank Community Grant to boost life skills and independence.
Six Northern Territory students with Down syndrome will attend a major Victorian conference after their advocacy group secured a $20,000 CommBank Community Grant. The trip is part of Project 21, a pioneering education program.
The Illawarra baseball community is mourning the sudden loss of Steve Owen, a beloved former Northern Pirates player and president. Family and friends remember a loyal family man and quiet achiever.
Australia's universities are launching a major campaign to highlight the economic importance of international students, as political pressure grows to cut migration numbers. Get the full story.
A snapshot of Canberra in August 2025: St Benedict's Primary celebrates Book Week, while ANU music students threaten legal action over education concerns. See the key moments.
The UAE has suspended a major scholarship program for UK universities, citing fears of Islamist extremism and antisemitism on campus. Read the full report on the diplomatic and educational fallout.
The Cook Government unveils a $50,000 scholarship program to attract high-achieving international students to Western Australian universities. Learn how to apply and boost WA's education sector.
New TISC data shows Western Australian students who choose advanced maths or a foreign language significantly boost their ATAR scores. Discover the impact on university admissions.
Northern Star Resources faces negative cashflow after a month-long plant failure at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit, worsened by Christmas staff shortages. CEO Stuart Tonkin defends maintenance of ageing assets. Read the full update.
Melrose High School rejected dozens of out-of-area applications despite capacity, as ACT introduces enrolment caps to balance student numbers across government schools. Read the full story.
Discover how the University of New England's fee-free TRACKS and Foundation Programs are helping mature-aged students like Brooke Herczeg and Carla Penny build successful university futures, proving age and past grades are no barrier.
A saltwater crocodile was spotted at Darwin's popular Crocodile Creek swimming hole while children were present. Authorities urge extreme caution. Read the full safety alert.
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.
Northern Star Resources cuts its 2026 gold production forecast due to equipment failures at WA and US mines. Shares fell over 8%. Full details on the operational setbacks.
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.
A 62-year-old man faces charges after allegedly approaching a 13-year-old boy in a Northern Beaches public toilet. Police detail the arrest and upcoming court date.
A man's body was seen floating in Darwin Harbour near the Larrakeyah Naval Base. Police and rescue teams are searching. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Great Northern Super Crisp has been named Australia's best-selling beer for an unprecedented fifth straight year, highlighting a major shift towards mid-strength brews. Discover the full top five list and what it says about changing Aussie tastes.
Townsville residents are facing crippling insurance hikes despite a federal reinsurance pool, with some premiums doubling. Experts warn the scheme isn't working as intended. Read the full investigation.
A 44-year-old woman has died in the Tennant Creek Watch House, prompting a major police investigation into another death in custody in the Northern Territory.
A man has been arrested following the alleged stabbing death of a 35-year-old in Laramba on Boxing Day. Police investigations continue as Major Crime detectives join the case.
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.
A 35-year-old man has died after an alleged stabbing in the remote community of Laramba, 205km west of Alice Springs. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Parts of Queensland face a major flood threat as a multi-day rain event is set to worsen from Friday. The Bureau of Meteorology warns of possible protracted flooding across northern regions.
Following a violent weekend in Alice Springs, calls intensify for PM Anthony Albanese to implement urgent measures. The community demands action on youth crime and bail laws.
The School Curriculum and Standards Authority has named Western Australia's top-performing Year 12 students for 2025 across every subject. Discover the academic champions and their schools.
Beetaloo Energy's Carpentaria-5H well achieves a peak flow of 11.2 terajoules daily, marking a major step towards first gas sales in 2026. Discover the strategy behind the basin's strong performance.
The Australian National University has scrapped its costly H course program for ACT college students, citing unsustainable expenses. Discover the impact and what alternative pathways are emerging.
Karen Feldman's Dance Studio showcased the talent of over 200 students in a vibrant concert at Geelong's Katsumata Centre. See the highlights of this local performing arts triumph.