A rock fisherman's life jacket kept him afloat in heavy seas off Kiama, highlighting its critical importance. Surf lifesavers also responded to multiple after-hours rescues on Illawarra beaches over a scorching weekend.
A motorcyclist was seriously injured after crashing into dense bushland on the Atherton Tablelands, triggering a challenging multi-service rescue operation near Yungaburra.
A Dunk Island ferry broke its moorings in wild weather from Cyclone Jasper. Quick-thinking locals and emergency services performed a dramatic rescue. Read the full story of the Cairns region ordeal.
WA Police have launched Operation Moorhead, targeting a youth gang in Perth's north. A 17-year-old has been charged with serious offences. Read the latest on the crackdown.
A 23-year-old man suffered a serious shoulder injury after jumping into a popular Illawarra swimming hole. Emergency services conducted a complex bush rescue on January 7.
NSW Maritime's 'Operation Cool Your Jets' targeted jet ski safety over the weekend. While Lake Illawarra saw checks, the Shoalhaven recorded high offence rates. Read the full safety rules.
A young woman is being treated for a suspected broken leg after a leap at The Farm, Killalea, prompted a major emergency response involving police, SES, and a rescue helicopter.
A man survived a treacherous 40km walk through knee-deep mud in remote Queensland before a lucky helicopter rescue. Read about the dramatic LifeFlight mission.
Donald Trump's military operation to oust Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela is a high-stakes gamble with clear successes and looming risks. We analyse the action and what comes next for the region.
Three men were dramatically airlifted to safety after becoming stranded by rising floodwaters near Townsville. The swift rescue highlights the dangers of North Queensland's wet season.
Newcastle and Hunter police conducted over 31,000 breath tests in a 17-day holiday crackdown. While no one died locally, 19 injury crashes occurred. Police warn of a concerning rise in drug-driving.
A couple was dramatically rescued after their 4WD was swept off a flooded causeway on the Laura River in Cape York. Emergency services warn of dangerous conditions.
Emergency crews performed a daring water rescue in Cairns, saving a man trapped in his motorhome by rapidly rising floodwaters. Read the full story of the dramatic operation.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in US custody after a daring Delta Force operation in Caracas. Experts warn the unprecedented arrest sets a dangerous global precedent. Read the full breakdown.
Torrential rain causes severe flooding across Queensland, with crocodile-infested rescues, towns cut off, and a potential cyclone threat. Disaster funding expanded for recovery.
The Trump administration faces intense global scrutiny after capturing Venezuela's president. Australian leaders question motives and warn of dangerous precedent. Watch the video.
A major NSW waterways safety operation found more than 20% of jet ski offences occurred at Lake Macquarie. Police urge riders to slow down and follow safety rules.
A major rescue operation is underway in Central Queensland after a roof collapse at Curragh coal mine left one miner trapped a kilometre underground for over 27 hours. Two other workers were saved.
A shocking case of animal cruelty in Cairns as a wallaby is found with its paws bound and a beer can in its pouch. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
Lake Macquarie police fined over 40 out-of-town visitors and made two arrests during a holiday crackdown on illegal fishing and anti-social behaviour on Swansea Bridge.
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.
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue in Cairns, freeing a person trapped inside a severely crushed caravan. Read the full story of the operation.
Volunteer crews from Coast Guard Queenscliff successfully rescued two stranded mariners after their vessel broke down near Point Lonsdale. Read the full story of the dramatic night-time rescue.
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve on Newcastle's Foreshore as families and revellers shared hopes for travel and adventure in 2026. NSW Police ran a major operation amid health warnings about dangerous drugs.
A man in his 40s suffered serious facial injuries after being struck by a wayward firework at Stockton Beach on New Year's Eve. He was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital in a stable condition.
Newcastle and Hunter residents welcomed 2026 with good behaviour, police report. No major incidents marred celebrations, in stark contrast to Sydney's arrests. Read the full report.
NSW Police unveil a major security plan for Sydney's 2025 New Year's Eve, deploying over 1,000 extra officers and advanced tech to ensure a safe celebration. Get the full details here.
WA Police have seized firearms, ammunition, and drugs from a Nollamara property as part of a targeted operation to combat crime in Perth's northern suburbs. Read the full details.
Thousands gathered on Newcastle's Foreshore to welcome 2026. Amidst the celebrations, police issued warnings about dangerous drugs and urged public safety. See the photos and stories.