Trans-Australian rail line to reopen after derailment
Crews work around the clock to restore the vital East West rail corridor after a freight train derailment in SA cut off supplies to Western Australia. Full operations expected to resume.
Crews work around the clock to restore the vital East West rail corridor after a freight train derailment in SA cut off supplies to Western Australia. Full operations expected to resume.
The royal commission into the Bondi attack must examine why Australia failed to act on rising anti-Semitism over two years, argues Peter Kurti. It's a question of institutional and political failure.
Newcastle Labor councillor Declan Clausen supports a 48-unit affordable housing project at Rail Bridge Row, rejecting calls to keep the site as public green space. Read the full debate.
A Newcastle community representative argues the city's severe housing and homelessness crisis means residents must support developments, even unpopular ones. The call for more 'YIMBYs' comes amid fierce debate over projects like Rail Bridge Row.
Geelong prepares for extreme 43C heatwave with warnings of mobile signal loss in high-risk fire zones. Stay informed and check emergency plans.
Coles and Woolworths have enlisted additional trucks to keep WA shelves stocked after a freight train derailment in South Australia blocked a key national rail corridor. Read about the supply chain response.
A major freight train derailment in South Australia has suspended cross-country rail services. Recovery efforts face delays due to extreme heat. Get the latest updates here.
A landmark affordable housing project on Newcastle's last undeveloped rail corridor faces fierce opposition from locals demanding green space. The clash highlights the city's growing pains.
Canberra commuters face major disruptions as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closes and Northbourne Avenue light rail works begin simultaneously. Plan your route and expect delays.
A large sinkhole in Mareeba has caused a major sewage spill into the Barron River. Authorities are investigating the environmental impact and working on repairs. Read the latest.
A critical audit reveals hundreds of pipe hangers on Perth's Narrows Bridge are overdue for replacement, posing a risk of catastrophic failure. Read the full report and the government's response.
A Gold Coast tourist recounts the terrifying head-on train collision near Machu Picchu in Peru that killed the driver and injured 30. Watch her video and get the latest updates.
A series of dangerous incidents across Queensland, including a snake bite and vehicle crashes, left seven people in hospital during New Year's celebrations. Read the full details.
A Townsville resident's ordeal worsens as a driver crashes into their fence and faulty council CCTV fails to capture the incident. Read the full story of the frustrating aftermath.
A man in his 70s has died in floodwaters at Normanton as two weather systems isolate towns and smash rainfall records across outback Queensland. Authorities urge motorists to never drive through floodwaters.
A serious collision between a car and the Kuranda Scenic Railway at a Grove St level crossing has caused significant traffic chaos across Cairns North. Avoid the area.
Newcastle Herald readers demand leadership on a maritime museum, protest a 40% rate hike in Cessnock, and debate the city's light rail performance. Read the full community debate.
A severe weather warning is in place for Queensland's northwest and northeast, with intense rainfall and flash flooding expected. Residents urged to prepare now.
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.
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
Conflicting statements from top NSW Health officials over deadly Aspergillus mould in a Newcastle cancer ward. Patients call it a 'disgrace' as a class action is prepared. Read the full investigation.
Travellers can save 20% on multi-day scenic rail tours across New Zealand for 2026-27. The sale runs from December 26 to January 31, 2026. Book online with promo code EARLYBD27.
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
A Canberra father turned to artificial intelligence to prove erratic traffic lights caused his crash. His four-month repair saga highlights a bureaucratic battle with the ACT government. Read the full story.
Newcastle bus drivers have voted down a proposed enterprise agreement after nearly a year of negotiations, leading to renewed industrial action and service disruptions. Read the latest on the pay and conditions dispute.
Major Canberra light rail construction will close parts of Northbourne Avenue and the city centre for weeks this summer. Get all the key dates, detours, and transport changes you need to know.
The Bondi massacre, Australia's worst terror attack in generations, reveals a catastrophic security failure. Demanding accountability from political leaders is essential to prevent future tragedies. Read the full analysis.
A critical security failure at Westfield Bondi Junction is under scrutiny. As the community mourns, demands grow for accountability to ensure such a blunder is never repeated. Read the full investigation.
A damning report into Optus's 14-hour Triple-0 outage in September details a cascade of human errors and system failures. Two people died. The telco has accepted all 21 recommendations.
Billionaire-backed Ivanhoe Atlantic secures crucial rail access in Liberia, paving the way for its Guinea iron ore project. Construction is slated for early 2026. Read the latest.