WA Solar Battery Rebates Spark Surge in Outer Suburbs
Western Australia's battery rebate scheme is driving a solar storage boom, with outer suburbs installing 70% of systems. See how households are slashing bills.
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Lombok's Evolution: Beyond the 'New Bali' Label
After 20 years of visits, a travel writer reveals Lombok's sophisticated new facilities while celebrating its unique identity. Discover updated travel tips, prices, and why it's worth the trip.
World Travel Fest Perth: Major Travel Event Arrives in WA
South Australia's premier travel event, World Travel Fest, is coming to Perth in February 2026. Discover exclusive offers from top brands like Princess Cruises and Viking. Plan your next adventure.
Widow Demands Answers Over Dementia Patient's Hospital Death
A Townsville widow is fighting for answers after her husband, a dementia patient, died following an incident with another patient in a North Queensland hospital ward. Read the full investigation.
Push to Add Weight-Loss Drugs to PBS Subsidy Scheme
Health Minister Mark Butler confirms a push to list drugs like Wegovy on the PBS, potentially saving thousands for Australians with obesity. Read the latest.
2026 Travel Trends: Aussies Prioritise Experience & Sustainability
Australian travellers in 2026 are prioritising immersive experiences and sustainable travel, with a focus on wellness, multi-generational trips, and luxury rail journeys. Discover the key trends shaping your next adventure.
First Home Buyer Grant Inflates WA Property Prices
New analysis reveals WA's boosted first home buyer grant has increased property prices by 4.5%, adding $30k to the median home. Is the scheme helping or hurting affordability?
Plan to turn Upper Hunter mining voids into lakes
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
$100M Low-Interest Loans for WA Aged Care Beds
The WA Government unveils a $100 million low-interest loan scheme to help aged care providers build new beds and upgrade facilities. Learn how this initiative tackles the critical shortage.
Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Brisbane parents invent world-first suitcase-stroller hybrid
Tired of travel chaos, Brisbane parents invented TernX, a carry-on suitcase that unfolds into a stroller. With 774% growth and TIME award, it's revolutionising family travel. Discover the game-changer.
Samsonite's 40% Off Luggage Sale Hits Before Summer Travel
Samsonite's site-wide 40% off sale offers durable luggage, bags & backpacks just as Aussie summer travel plans ramp up. Invest in quality that lasts for years.
Major childcare changes guarantee 3 subsidised days
A major childcare subsidy change guarantees eligible Australian families three days of subsidised care per week, removing activity tests. Find out if you qualify.
Patients stuck in $1000-a-day beds due to housing crisis
Canberra's housing shortage is forcing patients to languish in expensive hospital beds or be discharged into motels, straining the health system and leaving vulnerable people without support. Read the full investigation.
Bowel test result delay leads to late cancer diagnosis
A Hunter woman received a positive bowel screening result five months late, leading to a stage two cancer diagnosis. Experts clarify GP responsibility for follow-up.
A Zen Journey Through Kyoto's Historic Temples
Follow a traveller's path to mindfulness in Kyoto, from the Moss Temple to the Golden Pavilion. Discover ancient Zen gardens and the calm they offer. Start your own journey.
Return and Earn hits $1.5bn milestone, plans expansion
NSW's container deposit scheme has paid out $1.5 billion in refunds, recycling 15 billion containers. The state plans to include wine and spirit bottles from 2027, boosting the circular economy.
Finding Cool Art and History in Provence's Scorching Summer
Discover how to beat the Provencal heat with a visit to Carrieres des Lumieres' immersive digital art and the historic perched village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Plan your cultural escape.
Cancer Drug Delayed by PBS Bureaucracy, Family Pleads
A Townsville family's desperate fight for a lifesaving cancer drug is stalled by PBS bureaucracy. Their plea highlights systemic delays affecting patients across Australia. Read their story.
Escaped Cairns forensic patient faces court over assault
A man who escaped from a Cairns forensic facility has faced court, charged with assaulting family members while on the run. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
Perth Councils Miss Short-Term Rental Deadline
Despite a looming deadline, one-third of Perth's metropolitan councils have failed to adopt the state's short-term rental planning scheme, raising concerns over enforcement and housing supply. Read more.
PBS Medicine Prices Slashed for Australians in 2025
Millions of Australians will save on prescription costs as PBS co-payments drop to $31.60 from New Year's Day. Find out how the federal government's policy affects you.
Cairns manhunt: One caught, dangerous patient still at large
Police in Cairns have arrested one man and continue a major search for a 'very dangerous' patient who escaped a mental health facility. Full details on the ongoing operation.
Petition for Rural Health Travel Scheme Reform Gains Thousands
A petition with over 8,000 signatures calls for urgent reform of the Queensland Health Travel Scheme, citing unfair costs for regional and rural health workers. Advocates demand change.
Newcastle's summer escape: Japan's ski resorts soar
As Australian heat peaks, Newcastle locals are flocking to Japan's slopes. Discover why Japanese ski holidays are cheaper, easier and offer better snow than local resorts.
Major police manhunt after patient escapes Cairns Hospital
A major police operation is underway in Cairns after a dangerous patient scaled the hospital walls and escaped. Authorities warn the public not to approach the two men involved.
ACT Christmas Recycling Guide: What Goes in Which Bin
Canberra residents urged to recycle responsibly over the holidays. Learn what wrapping paper, cards & packaging can go in the yellow bin, plus Christmas collection changes.
WA Travel Team's 2025 Journeys: A Festive Look Back
The West Australian's travel team reflects on a year of global adventures, from Italy's backroads to Arctic cruises, promising more authentic stories for WA readers in 2026.
Gas Scheme Praised for Securing North Qld Industry
Bob Katter hails the domestic gas reservation scheme for protecting North Queensland manufacturing jobs and slashing energy costs. Discover how this policy is fuelling local industry.
Cairns cemetery buyback scheme yields just five more years
Cairns Regional Council's grave buyback scheme has secured only five additional years of burial space. Mayor Terry James calls for urgent state government action on new cemetery land.
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