Geelong's Catman Troy West under fire for firefighter remarks
Geelong councillor Troy West faces intense criticism after labelling firefighters 'useless' in a social media rant. The backlash includes calls for his resignation.
Geelong councillor Troy West faces intense criticism after labelling firefighters 'useless' in a social media rant. The backlash includes calls for his resignation.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan defends $80M CFA funding amid volunteer fury over ageing fire trucks. As bushfires rage, crews face 40C heat in vehicles without aircon. Read the full story.
A Wollongong metallurgist's spontaneous sign led to an unforgettable on-stage performance with British rockstar Yungblud at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena. Read the incredible story.
A Newcastle-born guitarist's homemade sign landed him on stage with British rockstar Yungblud, where he performed the song 'fleabag' while holding the guitar upside down. Read about this unreal Sydney concert moment.
Australia's athletics team clinched a stunning 4x2km mixed relay gold at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida. Discover how the quartet made history.
Arizona's 'desert honky-tonk princess' Brea Burns is touring Australia for the first time, bringing her unique sound and a cover of Olivia Newton-John's 'Physical'. Catch her at Full Throttle Ranch and Tamworth.
A Lake Macquarie woman details how scammers stole $14,800 from her bank account in a Morisset car park. NSW Police have charged two men over a series of similar incidents targeting older drivers.
The Queensland Government faces accusations of greenwashing and hiding the environmental impact of a new $3.6bn Olympic stadium at Brisbane's Victoria Park. Critics warn of catastrophic heritage loss. Read the full story.
Townsville's vibrant Chicks in Pink fun run is back on July 28th, uniting the community to raise crucial funds for breast cancer research and support services. Join the sea of pink!
A sharper-than-expected fall in inflation offers hope for Australian households, but underlying price pressures remain a concern for the Reserve Bank. Read the latest analysis.
Western Australia's teams face tough competition at the Australian Country Cricket Championships in Busselton-Margaret River. Get the latest scores, standout players, and updates from junior country week in Perth.
Bali is proposing a major entry rule change for 2026, requiring tourists to declare three months of bank activity. Could this affect your holiday plans?
The revitalised Murray Library has reopened with a fresh new look, funded by a $200,000 Community Bank Pinjarra grant. Join the celebration this Saturday, January 10, 2026!
A young Townsville woman has been sentenced in court after pleading guilty to stealing over $12,000 from a man's bank account. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
Queensland's Deputy Premier has labelled stadium critics 'nimbys' as the architecture team for the $3.8bn Brisbane Olympic venue is announced. Discover the plans and the controversy.
Queensland's Deputy Premier has slammed opponents of the Brisbane Olympic Stadium as 'nimbys', while unveiling the architecture firms for the $3.8bn Victoria Park project. Read the latest.
An Ergon Energy electrician performed a heroic midnight mission to restore power to the isolated Gulf town of Croydon, saving residents from a sweltering night. Read the full story of community resilience.
Newcastle's Kate McTaggart, 19, is set for her NSW Country senior debut at the Australian Country Cricket Championships after a dominant summer. Discover how her form and the team's new look could change their fortunes.
A German bank robber, caught on camera paying for parking just after a massive $50 million heist, has stunned authorities. Discover the bizarre details of this audacious crime.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Thieves executed a multi-million dollar bank robbery in Germany, drilling through a concrete vault wall during a holiday shutdown. Police compare the heist to 'Ocean's Eleven'. Read the full story.
A man has died in severe Gulf Country flooding, with major roads cut and towns isolated. Premier David Crisafulli calls it a 'deep tragedy' as emergency services respond.
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The Geelong Cricket Association has unveiled its talented junior squads for the 2024 Country Week carnival. Discover which local stars will represent the region in Melbourne.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held the cash rate at 4.35% and signalled a prolonged pause, with no hikes expected before 2026. Discover what this means for mortgages and the economy.
In the wake of the Bondi Junction massacre, Australians have responded with a crucial surge in blood donations. This act of community solidarity underscores why contributing to the blood bank is a lifeline for our nation.
Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers withdraws from the mixed relay team for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships. Jack Anstey steps in to join the star-studded squad. Read the full details.
Almost one million Australians are owed hundreds each in unclaimed Medicare rebates. Services Australia reveals how to update your bank details and get paid within three days.
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.
Townsville secures the major Country Fest QLD music festival, set for July 2025. The move promises a significant tourism and economic injection for North Queensland. Discover the lineup and impact.