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.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
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.
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.
WA's corruption watchdog issues a stark warning after a senior Perth rail manager helped a friend's company win taxpayer-funded work. Read the full report.
Striking rail workers at Downer's Cardiff workshop plan to continue industrial action through Christmas, seeking a 21.5% pay rise over four years. Read the latest on the dispute.
Matthew James takes over as president of Wollongong's oldest rugby club, promising to build on a remarkable turnaround season. Discover the club's journey from a winless streak to finals contention.
More than 1800 Qantas workers will receive part of a $40 million payout after a Federal Court found their pandemic sacking was illegal. Justice Michael Lee ordered the payment, marking the end of a five-year legal battle.
Mining and energy groups warn a Federal Court decision creates a 'two-tiered' workplace class, expanding union delegate powers beyond Fair Work Commission limits. Read the full story.
Talison Lithium confirms it will not reopen the Bunbury to Greenbushes rail line, opting for road transport. The decision impacts local infrastructure plans and lithium supply chains. Read the full analysis.
Newcastle Council moves to acquire three parcels of land, marking a major milestone for the 32-kilometre Richmond Vale Rail Trail. The shared path will connect Kurri Kurri to Hexham, offering a safe alternative to major highways.
In a historic family move, Katalina Amosa signs with the Western Force women's team, joining her brother Brandon. Get the full story on this rugby union milestone.
PM Anthony Albanese reaffirms his passion for high-speed rail but reveals little on funding the crucial Sydney to Newcastle leg. Get the latest on the $70m development phase and the 2037 target.
Revised school bus timetables for West Dapto students cut morning travel by up to 52 minutes. Changes follow community campaign and will benefit Dapto Public and St John's Primary schools.
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
A 28-year-old man has died following an alleged hit-and-run in Mooroolbark. A 39-year-old man is assisting police. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
British sex worker Bonnie Blue is reportedly being deported from Bali after police questioned her over 'pornographic activities' linked to her 'Bang Bus' during Schoolies. Read the full story.
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
Suburbs in Canberra's north-west will lose rapid bus services for two years due to Commonwealth Avenue bridge works. Timetable changes start February 2026, with free Friday/Saturday evening travel offered.
Skydive Australia instructors in Wollongong have walked off the job over a bitter pay dispute, grounding holiday plans. The union warns of massive pay cuts under a new 'piece rate' deal.
South Australian ambulance workers have voted to accept a new pay and conditions deal, ending a long dispute. The agreement includes significant wage increases and improved allowances. Read the full details here.
Free agent and NSW Origin winger Zac Lomax has toured the Western Force facilities, fuelling speculation of a sensational code switch to Super Rugby Pacific. Get the full details.
Townsville University Hospital staff could lose up to a quarter of their wages in a bitter contract dispute. Unions warn of a devastating blow to workers and regional healthcare.
A 40-year-old woman was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing on Union Street, Cooks Hill. She was treated for an arm injury and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
A Canberra resident argues a T2 transit lane on Commonwealth Avenue would move more people than a dedicated bus lane during bridge works. Plus, letters on northern history, broken promises, and cultural imports.
Hunter Wildfires make history by signing 16-year-old Asera Peniata to a three-year deal. The Raymond Terrace prop, standing 188cm and 115kg, is tipped for a huge future in rugby.
Queensland Police remove on-call allowances from Cape York officers, sparking union outrage and concerns about remote policing. Learn about the impacts.
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
Newcastle residents question high-speed rail feasibility while climate protests and government policies spark heated community debate. Read local perspectives on infrastructure and environment.