WA Plastic Litter Up, Enforcement Fines Down Sharply
A new report reveals a worrying 8% rise in plastic litter across Western Australia, while fines for littering have dropped by 75%. Find out what's behind the enforcement gap.
Category : Search result: battery rebate Western Australia
WA Solar Battery Rebates Spark Surge in Outer Suburbs
Western Australia's battery rebate scheme is driving a solar storage boom, with outer suburbs installing 70% of systems. See how households are slashing bills.
Coles, Woolworths hire trucks after SA train derailment
Coles and Woolworths have enlisted additional road freight to keep WA shelves stocked after a train derailment in South Australia blocked a vital national rail corridor. Read more on the supply chain impact.
Altech secures €46M German grant for solid-state battery
Altech Batteries' stock surged over 50% after securing a major €46.11M German government grant for its innovative CERENERGY sodium-chloride solid-state battery project. Read how this funding accelerates Europe's energy storage future.
Mandurah Doctors Recognised by RACGP for GP Excellence
Two Mandurah doctors, Professor Frank Jones and Dr Alex Ashenden, receive top RACGP awards. They discuss GP challenges, Medicare rebates, and why funding should go to existing practices, not urgent care clinics. Read their inspiring stories.
Essential Tips for Hiking the Cape to Cape Track
Veteran trekker Cameron Wilson shares his crucial advice for tackling Western Australia's iconic Cape to Cape Track. Discover how to prepare, when to see wildflowers, and why a guided hike can be perfect.
1912's 'Ideal WA' book reveals state's forgotten vision
A rediscovered 1912 book, 'The Ideal Western Australia', reveals the ambitious social blueprint for the state. Explore the untold history of WA's planned future.
2026 Changes: Centrelink, Tolls, Cash Rules for Australians
From Centrelink boosts to higher tolls and new cash rules, discover the key changes affecting millions of Australians from January 1, 2026. Stay informed.
City Beach hit with $14m fine over dangerous toys
Fashion retailer City Beach has been ordered to pay a massive $14 million penalty for selling children's products with non-compliant button batteries, putting thousands at risk. Learn about the safety standards.
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.
Eight hospitalised after Queensland e-bike, scooter crashes
Eight people, mostly teens, were hospitalised in a spate of e-bike and e-scooter crashes across Queensland overnight. The incidents follow 12 deaths in the past year, sparking urgent safety warnings.
Huge 150MW Battery Planned for Far North Queensland
Energy giant Neoen plans a massive 150MW battery near Cairns, boosting grid reliability and storing renewable power for 15,000 homes. A major step for Queensland's energy future.
Geraldton Forecast 43C Christmas Day, Heatwave Hits WA
Geraldton is set for a sweltering 43-degree Christmas Day, capping off a severe heatwave. Find out how the city plans to cope and the record it's chasing.
Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 Portable Fridge Review
We road-tested the Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 portable fridge for months. Does this ice-free, battery-powered cooler justify its price for Australian campers and entertainers? Find out.
Wind investment drought to break in 2026: Vestas
Vestas predicts a surge in wind farm investment from mid-2026 as WA races to replace coal power before 2030 closures. Key projects are already underway.
WA Parents' Plea After Road Tragedies Take Their Children
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.
Hume Highway closed after truck fire near Yass, NSW
A B-double truck carrying lithium-ion batteries caught fire on the Hume Highway near Yass, closing the road in both directions. Motorists face 90-minute delays. Stay informed and avoid the area.
Firefighters' urgent Christmas warning for Townsville
Townsville firefighters warn of Christmas fire dangers from cooking and lithium batteries. Learn their crucial safety tips to protect your home this holiday season.
WA International Tourism Recovers to Pre-COVID Levels
International tourism to Western Australia has officially rebounded, surpassing 2019 levels with record spending. Discover the key markets driving this boom and what it means for the state's economy.
How to maximise your rebate for glasses and contacts
Learn how to strategically combine Medicare and private health insurance to reduce your out-of-pocket costs for glasses, contact lenses, and eye care in Australia.
Melbourne councillor pledges fees to fight period poverty
A City of Melbourne councillor has vowed to donate her sitting fees to support menstrual charity Share the Dignity after a tied council vote. Discover the debate on local government's role in ending period poverty.
Old Newcastle Tip Site Transformed into Renewable Energy Hub
City of Newcastle plans to convert the former Astor Street landfill into a major solar farm, battery storage, and heavy EV charging facility, a key part of its 2030 net zero emissions target. Read the full plan.
WA's Green Energy Push in South Korea Trade Mission
WA Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson heads to South Korea to drive investment in battery manufacturing, green steel and transmission infrastructure. Discover the opportunities for WA's renewable future.
Federal bulk-billing push targets Newcastle and Hunter
The Albanese government eyes Newcastle for new publicly-funded bulk-billing GP clinics to combat rising gap fees. Will this market shake-up improve healthcare access?
BHP, Rio Tinto trial battery-electric haul trucks in Pilbara
BHP and Rio Tinto have begun trialling Caterpillar battery-electric haul trucks at a Pilbara iron ore mine, a critical step towards their 2050 net-zero targets. Discover how this tech could transform mining.
Samsung Galaxy Fit3 40% Off on Amazon Australia
The Samsung Galaxy Fit3 fitness tracker is on sale for $89.99 on Amazon Australia, a 40% saving. Featuring 13-day battery life and 100+ exercise modes, it's a top budget buy.
Vulcan Energy's $4b German Lithium Project Launches
Gina Rinehart-backed Vulcan Energy has secured a near $4 billion funding package, kickstarting construction on its landmark Lionheart lithium and renewable energy project in Germany's Upper Rhine Valley. Read the full story.
WA regional schools record lowest attendance in Australia
New data reveals Western Australia's regional schools have the nation's worst attendance rates, with a rise in school refusal post-COVID. Discover the figures and expert analysis.
$1bn Hunter energy boost: Battery & solar plant
The Hunter region's energy future receives a massive $1 billion injection in 24 hours with a new AGL battery and a solar manufacturing plant, as talks continue to save the Tomago Aluminium smelter.
Did Albo's secret wedding aim to muzzle critics?
Analysis of why PM Anthony Albanese kept his Lodge wedding private, amid letters debating political nastiness, Gaza, voting systems, and mental health funding in Australia.
Page 1 of 4