Over 30 authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week after staff reject board's decision to remove a Palestinian author. High-profile names including Michelle de Kretser and Zadie Smith withdraw. Read the full story.
An Adelaide City Councillor moves to pull funding from Writers' Week, proposing a rival 'guerilla festival' for 2026. Explore the potential impact on the city's cultural landscape.
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
Pilot Energy strikes a binding deal with SN Energy to co-develop a hybrid solar and battery storage project in Three Springs, WA, designed to power a 50MW data centre. Read more.
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 new Guzman y Gomez drive-through restaurant has been approved for Cairns' Hambledon Drive commercial precinct, promising jobs and a fresh dining option. Read the latest development news.
WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby champions Perth's sporting credentials, highlighting the United Cup with stars Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz, despite the setback of the cancelled Serie A match.
Merewether surfer Josh Levey will attempt to ride 5000 waves in January to raise funds for Newcastle's Soul Hub. The 21-year-old faces a monumental test of endurance against the unpredictable ocean.
From political heavyweights to cultural icons, meet the West Australians who dominated headlines and shaped conversations across the state in a pivotal 2025. Discover their stories.
The redevelopment of Perth Concert Hall will cost an additional $23 million to ensure seamless integration with the city. Premier Roger Cook says it's a vital investment for Perth's cultural future.
Adelaide's ambitious $20 million Grand Opera project is back on, with fresh dates locked in for 2025. Discover the new timeline and what it means for the city's arts scene.
Wandarra opens a $10 million advanced manufacturing facility in Townsville, creating 50 jobs and positioning the city as a leader in sustainable industry. Discover the future of green manufacturing.
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.
A visit to Bali's Sanur reveals the heartbreaking decay of the historic Le Mayeur Museum and a surprising find in an off-the-radar art gallery. Discover the state of art and culture on the island.
The City of Wanneroo has abandoned its controversial $21.2 million Scenic Park sports hub proposal following strong community opposition. Read about the council's decision and future plans.
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
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.
Cairns Art Gallery appoints Angela Goddard as its new director, bringing a wealth of experience from QUT to lead the institution into a new era of cultural growth. Discover her vision for the future.
The viral #AustraliaEffect trend shows foreigners glowing up Down Under. But Aussies and Indigenous voices are adding crucial, often overlooked context to the sunny narrative.
Townsville's Smart Precinct NQ brings together innovators and entrepreneurs to celebrate regional success and foster a collaborative tech ecosystem. Discover the future of North Queensland.
Qantas's strategic push to establish Perth as a major western hub is already delivering results, with strong passenger demand reported in the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period.
InDaily readers react to a prime North Terrace site lying vacant for over seven years and controversial planning code changes. Read the community's views.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson details the airline's ambitious $5 billion plan to make Perth a major western hub, boosting tourism and creating thousands of jobs. Discover the future of Australian aviation.
Centacare FNQ launches a permanent School Savvy Hub in Cairns, offering free uniforms, supplies, and support to ease the financial burden on families. Learn how this initiative helps the community.
A new $176 million tourism hub is set to transform Cairns, boosting the Far North's $3.2 billion visitor economy and creating hundreds of local jobs. Discover the plan.
Perth's CBD is fast becoming an education hub, with providers leasing thousands of square metres ahead of ECU's city campus opening. Discover the trend revitalising office space.
A prime Adelaide CBD site for the promised Tarrkarri First Nations cultural centre sits empty seven years on, missing its 2025 opening target. Calls for government action are mounting.
Climate activist Tahlia Stolarski admits to spraying paint on Woodside CEO Meg O'Neill's Perth home. The Burrup Hub protester faces sentencing in August. Read the full story.
Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh announces a major push for cultural change and cutting-edge treatments to sustain the wellbeing of Australia's ex-service personnel. Learn about the new strategy.
Senior ACT public servants will be legally required to demonstrate cultural capability and work to eliminate institutional racism under a new bill supported by the government.