Clinton Ford's 300th senior match milestone at Grovedale
Grovedale stalwart Clinton Ford is set to play his 300th senior match this weekend, weather permitting. Read about his remarkable local footy career and dedication.
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Country Week Cricket: Last Year's Finalists Winless
Defending champions Geraldton and 2025 finalists Albany are winless after two games at Senior Country Week, putting their grand final hopes in serious jeopardy. Follow the latest from WA's premier country cricket tournament.
Top Public Servants Get Salary Bumps Up to $74,000
Australia's senior bureaucrats, including the eSafety Commissioner, have received significant pay rises this financial year. Discover who earns what as the public sector expands. Read the full breakdown.
Guernica: Franco's Pact with Hitler and Mussolini
Explore the tragic history and resilient rebirth of Guernica, the Basque town infamously bombed in 1937, and discover its poignant memorials and peaceful present.
Pulp Saves Adelaide Festival Show After Writer Controversy
Britpop legends Pulp revealed they demanded an apology for a cancelled writer before agreeing to play Adelaide Festival. New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman speaks out on his 2024 cancellation.
Writers' Week Books Stuck After Festival Collapse
The 2026 Adelaide Writers' Week has imploded, leaving thousands of books in warehouse limbo. Discover the fallout for authors, publishers, and the iconic literary festival's future.
SA Premier's Worst Week Over Writers' Week Fiasco
Peter Malinauskas endures political storm after Adelaide Writers' Week cancellation over author controversy, facing free speech criticism and potential legal action. Read the full fallout.
Duncraig SHS opens $43m modern learning facilities
Duncraig Senior High School's $43 million transformation is now open, delivering state-of-the-art science and English blocks. The upgrade benefits a growing student population in Perth's northern suburbs.
Geelong 90-year-old Nola Barclay's fitness secret
Geelong nonagenarian Nola Barclay defies age with daily fitness routines. Discover her inspiring story and simple secret to vitality. Read her tips now!
Illawarra physio supports 4000km cancer charity cycle record bid
Illawarra physio Kye Simpson joins pro cyclist Brendan Johnston's epic 6-day, 4000km Perth to Sydney ride for Tour de Cure, battling fatigue and headwinds in a journey born from friendship and a shared cancer battle.
WA cricketers claim top awards at Country Championships
WA's men's team finished fourth at the Australian Country Cricket Championships in Busselton, but three players scooped major individual awards. Read the full wrap-up.
Adelaide Festival Backflips on Author Exclusion, Issues Apology
The Adelaide Festival Corporation has reinstated Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah to Writers' Week and apologised after her controversial exclusion caused mass boycotts and the 2026 program's collapse.
Vanstone slams hypocrisy in Adelaide Writers Week cancellation
Former minister Amanda Vanstone argues the cancellation of Adelaide Writers Week was not a free speech issue, but a result of protestors inflicting damage. Read her full analysis.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Dates and Guests Announced
The full program for Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 is out! Discover the dates, featured authors, and key events for Australia's premier literary festival. Plan your visit now.
Author launches defamation case against SA Premier Malinauskas
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
Moonlight Cinema Hosts Week of Romance in Kings Park
Perth's Moonlight Cinema dedicates a week to romance this February, screening classics like 'Pretty Woman' and 'Wuthering Heights' for Valentine's Day. Book now for a magical outdoor movie experience.
Premier Flees Angry Bushfire Locals, Defends CFA Funding
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan left via a back door to avoid frustrated residents in fire-hit towns. As the state assesses the devastation, she faces pressure over CFA funding and vehicle safety. Read the full story.
$80k Bureaucrat Payday for Hospital Audit Fuels Secrecy Calls
A top WA health official was paid $80,000 for a snap hospital audit, prompting calls to end government secrecy. Read why transparency advocates are demanding answers.
Geelong Fire Risk: 1000+ Ordered to Clear Land
More than 1000 Geelong property owners have been issued fire prevention notices. They must clear vegetation or face significant fines. Read the full story and learn how to comply.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
Adelaide Writers' Week director resigns over censorship row
Adelaide Writers' Week descends into chaos as director Louise Adler resigns, protesting the board's decision to cancel Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Over 100 authors have now withdrawn.
Newcastle cricketer's rapid rise to national honours
Merewether all-rounder Patrick Moore's stunning summer saw him represent Newcastle, NSW Country, and earn a spot in the Australian Country Championships merit team. Discover his journey.
Canberra's centenarian wave: Is the city ready?
As Canberra leads Australia in life expectancy, we meet 102-year-old Marina O'Rourke and ask if the city is prepared for a projected boom in centenarians. Discover the challenges and initiatives.
Jacinda Ardern pulls out of Adelaide Writers' Week
Former NZ PM Jacinda Ardern withdraws from Adelaide Writers' Week 2026. Get the latest on the event's controversy and the legal response from Dr Abdel-Fattah's camp.
Adelaide Festival board quits over author removal backlash
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Geelong Junior Country Week 2026 Top Performers Revealed
Discover the standout young cricketers from the Geelong Junior Country Week 2026 tournaments. We highlight the top performers in the Under-13, Under-15, and Under-17 age groups. Read more!
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.
CFA volunteers use 30yo trucks as Premier defends funding
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.
Letter Contradicts SA Premier on Writers' Week Row
A new letter challenges the SA Premier's claim a Jewish writer was 'cancelled' from Adelaide Writers' Week in 2024. Explore the details of the ongoing controversy.
Adelaide Festival Board Chair Resigns Over Writers' Week
Adelaide Festival is in crisis as board chair Tracey Whiting and three other members resign following backlash over a Palestinian advocate's removal from Writers' Week. Read the full story.
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