ACT Schools Close, Fun Run Shines in November 2025
A look back at November 2025 in Canberra: community fun runs, sudden school closures due to asbestos in play sand, and local fundraising efforts. See the pivotal moments.
A look back at November 2025 in Canberra: community fun runs, sudden school closures due to asbestos in play sand, and local fundraising efforts. See the pivotal moments.
Newcastle's nightlife scene is transforming, with suburban pubs investing millions in renovations to attract diverse crowds as traditional nightclubs close. Discover the new hubs.
A garbage truck fire has forced the closure of the Kwinana Freeway southbound at Armadale Road, Jandakot, causing major traffic delays. DFES is on scene. Drivers urged to avoid the area.
A woman and a truck driver suffered serious head injuries in separate early morning crashes in NSW, prompting road closures and helicopter rescues. Get the latest traffic updates.
Navigating Canberra during Summernats 38? Here's your essential guide to road closures, free public transport, and light rail changes from January 8. Plan ahead to avoid delays.
Newcastle faces a double whammy of soaring temperatures and decomposing seaweed this weekend. Learn how the council is managing the natural event and the severe heatwave forecast.
A truck trailer erupted in flames at the Mooney Mooney rest area, forcing closures and detours. Firefighters contained the blaze, but drivers must use alternative routes.
Perth motorists warned of major disruptions as the Westbridge Funds Road National Championships take over central roads from Jan 7-11. Plan ahead for delays.
Construction begins on a massive $60 million Woolworths precinct at Trinity Beach, Cairns. The hub will create 200 jobs and anchor a major new road development. Read more about this game-changer for the northern beaches.
A 34-year-old man has drowned at Green Patch Beach in Jervis Bay, marking the second tragic death on Shoalhaven beaches in two days. Emergency services responded to the incident in rough conditions.
A trailer came loose on the Kennedy Highway near Mareeba, causing traffic chaos for hours. Emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Read the full details.
A Sydney mother has died after rushing into dangerous surf to save her son, part of a tragic toll on NSW beaches. Authorities urge swimmers to stay between the flags.
Tributes flow for Melissa Austin, 45, who drowned at a NSW beach. Her death is part of a tragic cluster of coastal fatalities, prompting urgent water safety warnings.
A deadly blue-ringed octopus was found in the shallows of Geelong's Eastern Beach, metres from children. Experts warn of the extreme danger and urge immediate action if spotted.
A multi-agency search resumes for a 25-year-old man at Coogee and a 14-year-old boy at Palm Beach after separate incidents. Authorities issue urgent warnings after multiple drownings on the NSW coast. Stay informed and stay safe.
A 35-year-old Irish tourist has died in a drowning at Queensland's Whitehaven Beach. Police are investigating as the Whitsundays community mourns the tragic start to the new year.
The body of a 25-year-old woman has been recovered after she was swept into the ocean from a Maroubra rock pool. Emergency services conducted a major search. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
Surf Life Saving Illawarra urges swimmers to heed safety advice after 63 rescues this season. Learn the vital steps to avoid becoming a statistic and what to do in an emergency.
A massive section of cliff is dangerously unstable above a popular Surf Coast beach. Authorities urge visitors to avoid the area and stay safe. Read the latest safety alert.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Waverley Council's controversial terms for Bondi Beach have ignited public backlash. A formal review is now underway. Discover the details and have your say.
A fresh controversy erupts at Lorne's main beach as 'ghost cabanas' reserve prime spots but sit empty for hours, leaving families frustrated. Locals and visitors demand action.
Canberrans borrowed over 1.4 million items in 2025, with a sci-fi novel and a popular cookbook topping the lists. Discover the capital's reading habits and the challenges facing its library network.
Torrential rain has cut off remote Gulf communities as major roads disappear underwater. Authorities issue urgent warnings and residents prepare for isolation.
Geelong's business landscape is shifting in 2025, with several long-standing pubs, cafes, and shops closing their doors. Discover the stories behind the closures and what it means for the city.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over an alleged assault on a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Pier have been released without charge. Police urge witnesses and the man who intervened to come forward.
Sydney's Coogee Beach was left trashed after thousands celebrated 'Orphans Christmas'. Council crews worked overnight to remove over 20 tonnes of waste. Read more about the clean-up and community outrage.
Transport for NSW has detailed road closures around Wollongong Harbour for New Year's Eve fireworks. Plan your trip with public transport advice and key times.
Thousands of backpackers celebrated Christmas at Sydney's Coogee Beach after heeding warnings to avoid Bronte following the Bondi attack. The move averted a repeat of last year's chaos.
A 12-year-old girl has tragically died in hospital nearly two days after being found unresponsive in the water at Perth's Trigg Beach. The community is in mourning.