Boy, 4, drowns in backyard pool at Bobs Farm
A four-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a backyard pool at Port Stephens. The tragedy follows a national surge in drowning deaths, with backyard pools accounting for most incidents.
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Turn your outdoor space into a mood booster
Discover the psychological benefits of a well-designed balcony or backyard. Experts reveal how order, light, and nature can lower stress and improve wellbeing.
NRMA's urgent heat warning as cars hit 80C
The NRMA issues a critical warning as temperatures soar past 40C. Learn the deadly risks of leaving children or pets in cars and what to do in an emergency.
205 people rescued from WA waters over festive season
A dramatic surge in marine rescues across Western Australia saw 205 people pulled from the water this festive season. Authorities urge boaters and swimmers to prioritise safety.
Newcastle footpath safety debate erupts over shared pathways
Newcastle locals voice concerns over pedestrian safety on shared pathways with e-bikes and scooters. Letters also tackle political blame over Bondi and housing policy. Read the community's call to action.
Madeley couple create tropical DIY garden paradise
Tracey Canner and Nick Wren transformed their Madeley backyard into a low-maintenance tropical retreat. See how their hands-on creativity and big ideas paid off.
Gold Coast woman's dangerous 16th-floor cleaning stunt
A Gold Coast woman was filmed balancing on a chair 16 floors up to clean her windows, igniting a crucial debate about home safety and preventable accidents in Australia.
Just 32 boat skippers tested under new $550k WA law
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
Australian cruise ship stranded on PNG reef, recovery underway
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship remains grounded on a reef off Papua New Guinea. All 123 passengers and crew are safe as recovery efforts continue. Read the latest updates.
UWA engineers' backyard cricket bowling tips revealed
UWA engineering students have cracked the code on perfect bowling swing. Discover their budget-friendly tips to improve your backyard cricket game this summer.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with male advances
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages and friend requests from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read her story.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with unwanted male messages
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read the full story.
E-bike safety warning after police crackdown in Wollongong
Police issue a stark warning to parents after a holiday crackdown on illegal e-bikes. Children are at risk of life-altering injuries without proper safety gear and supervision.
Police urgent warning to parents over kids' e-bike safety
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
Geelong Police Superintendent's Christmas Safety Message
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
WA Experts Warn Against Dangerous Christmas Toys
Perth parents are urged to avoid popular gifts like e-scooters and toys with button batteries this Christmas due to serious safety risks. Learn which products to steer clear of.
$200k Study to Probe WA Motorist Behaviour
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Derelict Dimmeys Arcade building covered over safety fears
The long-derelict Dimmeys Arcade in Townsville's CBD has been shrouded in scaffolding and mesh after council action over serious safety concerns. Read the full story.
Firms fined over worker's finger amputation in machinery
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
Jet ski exclusion zones for Port Stephens beaches
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Water safety plea after 19 festive season drownings
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
Melbourne's Scotch College bans e-bikes, e-scooters
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
City of Perth launches major summer safety program
The City of Perth rolls out extra patrols, CCTV and community events to ensure a safe and vibrant CBD this summer and school holidays. Read about the OneCity Together for Summer initiative.
Burnside Village street battle over wrong-way drivers
Residents of an Adelaide street are fighting an average of 26 wrong-way drivers daily. Local Stephen Merrett is leading a petition for traffic cameras to stop the dangerous trend.
Fatal mid-air collision: Planes in sight for eight seconds
Investigators reveal two aircraft were visible to each other before a tragic collision near The Oaks that claimed three lives. Read the latest findings from the ATSB interim report.
15-year-old dies in Gold Coast workplace accident
Beau Bradford, 15, died after being struck by an object on a Surfers Paradise construction site. The tragedy has sparked calls for improved workplace safety.
Canberra florist arranged PM's wedding flowers unknowingly
A Canberra florist discovered she created the Prime Minister's wedding bouquet after seeing photos online. Loulou Moxom shares her incredible story of the secret backyard wedding order.
Christmas Warning: Predators Grooming Children Online
Child safety experts reveal how online predators are targeting children during holidays. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your family this Christmas.
Cook defends VacSwim cuts amid WA drowning spike
WA Premier Roger Cook faces criticism over VacSwim program cuts as state records 27 drownings this season. Government maintains focus on school-based swimming lessons.
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