West Australian fishers are protesting a snap ban on demersal fishing, claiming it has destroyed their livelihoods. The government says it's necessary to protect depleted fish stocks. Read the full story.
The Maritime Union alleges Carnival Cruise Lines pays some staff a tenth of the minimum wage for 300-hour months. The company denies claims, citing international standards. Read the full investigation.
A 26-year-old woman pleads not guilty after a boat allegedly collided with a police jet ski during a climate protest at Newcastle Harbour. Over 120 other activists also face court.
Fed-up Geelong residents launch a bizarre protest over dangerous potholes, placing a historic toilet, traffic cones and phallic art in a major road crater. Read the full story.
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
An independent review warns the WA department created to manage the energy transition could actually slow the move from coal. Read the critical findings and government response.
Newcastle ratepayers demand answers as council CEO's $608k package exceeds the Premier's pay. Former councillor reveals how Hunter coal mines triggered a 'relativity' salary spiral across local government.
TMK Energy's Gurvantes project in Mongolia records a fifth consecutive monthly gas production increase, hitting new highs and advancing towards commercialisation in 2026.
A major rescue operation is underway in Central Queensland after a roof collapse at Curragh coal mine left one miner trapped a kilometre underground for over 27 hours. Two other workers were saved.
A mine collapse at Curragh coal mine has left one worker injured and another missing. Emergency services are on scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Eighty travellers are back in Australia after their luxury cruise ship ran aground off Papua New Guinea. The Coral Adventurer's 12-day voyage ended abruptly, sparking passenger outrage and an investigation.
Coral Expeditions continues to operate and take bookings despite two serious incidents in Papua New Guinea and at Lizard Island, raising safety questions. Read the full report.
Cruise ship Coral Adventurer grounded on a coral reef off Papua New Guinea. All 120 passengers and crew are safe, with 80 guests flown back to Australia. Read the latest details.
Two men face trespass and drug charges after allegedly dumping 200kg of shark heads outside Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis' office in protest of WA's demersal fishing ban. Read the full story.
Two individuals were arrested for a fish head protest outside the Margaret River Fisheries office. The incident highlights tensions over commercial fishing practices in WA.
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.
As the Hunter Region looks towards 2050, three critical issues—coal mining's legacy, unchecked urban sprawl, and lagging education—will define its future success. Explore the cumulative impacts.
An Australian cruise ship with 80 passengers is stranded on a coral reef off Papua New Guinea. All are safe as authorities plan a rescue. Read the latest updates.
Outraged families staged a 'Tinsel' protest at Cairns court, demanding justice for victims of violent crime. They claim sentences are too lenient. Read the full story.
South Coast unions condemn NSW's new laws banning protests after terror events, branding them undemocratic. Legal challenges are already underway. Read the full story.
Two major NSW coal mine extensions have been referred for approval just days after the state's Net Zero Commission warned against them, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
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.
Mining services giant Macmahon Holdings secures a major $792 million contract extension at the Dawson metallurgical coal mine in Queensland, boosting its order book and workforce. Read the full story.
Sunrise's Katie Brown gives an exclusive tour of the new Celebrity Xcel cruise ship, showcasing its non-stop entertainment, 24-hour happy hour, and why Aussie passengers are a perfect fit. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
Sunrise's Katie Brown embarked on a culinary marathon, sampling food from all 32 restaurants and bars on the new Celebrity Xcel. Discover the ship serving up to 30,000 meals daily.
Sunrise reporter Katie Brown explores the new billion-dollar Celebrity Xcel, the flagship of Celebrity Cruises, featuring heated lounges and authentic destination experiences. Discover luxury cruising redefined.
Four activists arrested after hurling apple crumble and custard at the Crown Jewels case in London's Tower. The 'Take Back Power' group demands wealth tax. Read the full story.
Wollongong's iconic Sea Cliff Bridge was closed to traffic as hundreds marched in support of Palestine. Police managed the protest, which was part of a national day of action.
Peabody claims it cannot reduce its Helensburgh mine plans further without making the project uneconomic, despite warnings of 'serious and irreversible' damage to Sydney's drinking water catchment. Read the full standoff.
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.