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.
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.
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 councillor Troy West faces intense criticism after labelling firefighters 'useless' in a social media rant. The backlash includes calls for his resignation.
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.
Australia's athletics team clinched a stunning 4x2km mixed relay gold at the World Cross Country Championships in Florida. Discover how the quartet made history.
Arizona's 'desert honky-tonk princess' Brea Burns is touring Australia for the first time, bringing her unique sound and a cover of Olivia Newton-John's 'Physical'. Catch her at Full Throttle Ranch and Tamworth.
Western Australia's teams face tough competition at the Australian Country Cricket Championships in Busselton-Margaret River. Get the latest scores, standout players, and updates from junior country week in Perth.
An Ergon Energy electrician performed a heroic midnight mission to restore power to the isolated Gulf town of Croydon, saving residents from a sweltering night. Read the full story of community resilience.
Newcastle's Kate McTaggart, 19, is set for her NSW Country senior debut at the Australian Country Cricket Championships after a dominant summer. Discover how her form and the team's new look could change their fortunes.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
A man has died in severe Gulf Country flooding, with major roads cut and towns isolated. Premier David Crisafulli calls it a 'deep tragedy' as emergency services respond.
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The Geelong Cricket Association has unveiled its talented junior squads for the 2024 Country Week carnival. Discover which local stars will represent the region in Melbourne.
Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers withdraws from the mixed relay team for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships. Jack Anstey steps in to join the star-studded squad. Read the full details.
Construction on the $600m Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone begins early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read about the region's energy future.
Townsville secures the major Country Fest QLD music festival, set for July 2025. The move promises a significant tourism and economic injection for North Queensland. Discover the lineup and impact.
Bring timeless Aussie tradition to your table with four festive baking recipes from the Country Women's Association archives, including a Christmas cake first judged in 1952. Perfect for holiday gatherings.
Construction on the $4 billion Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will begin early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read more about this major NSW project.
Iconic Australian brand Country Road has opened its new flagship store on Pakington Street, marking a major milestone in Geelong's premium retail transformation. Discover the details.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
Anglicare Australia's 2025 Jobs Snapshot reveals a dire shortage of entry-level jobs, with 25 long-term unemployed for every vacancy. The report condemns a privatised system that profits from poverty.
A 40+ hectare bushfire at Redhead has intensified with a southerly change, threatening suburbs. Roads are closed, but no property lost. Read the latest updates.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
Abermain singer-songwriter Mackenzie Lee, 19, is a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Starmaker competition at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, following a journey that began with busking at age 11.
A major dual-service centre is set to rise on the Pacific Highway near Tea Gardens, creating 100 jobs and reviving the iconic 'Rock' site destroyed by fire in 2018. Read about the community's excitement and the project's strategic importance for freight.
Townsville City Council is recruiting 30 new staff in a major 'back to basics' drive to improve core services like parks, roads, and waste. Mayor Troy Thompson leads the overhaul.
The Albanese government has rejected crucial recommendations from a damning report on political patronage, choosing a weak framework over legislation to curb 'jobs for mates' culture. Read why trust in politicians remains so low.
Discover how University of New England students like Eaden Maslen and Jimmy Brunner are accelerating their careers in nursing and agronomy without pausing their studies, thanks to UNE's flexible on-campus and online learning model.
A new report reveals systemic 'jobs for mates' appointments in the Australian public service, sparking calls for urgent reform. Read the full investigation.