Sydney Hobart leaders face protest, title in jeopardy
French duo's Sydney to Hobart overall win in doubt after rivals launch protest. The international jury will decide their fate on New Year's Eve. Read the full story.
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Men charged after shark heads dumped at minister's office
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.
Fish Head Protest Leads to Arrests in Margaret River
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.
Teen catches massive 55cm bream in Lake Macquarie
A 16-year-old from Fassifern has landed a colossal 55cm bream on Christmas Day, believed to be one of the biggest ever caught in Lake Macquarie. Read the full story of this remarkable catch.
Yacht forced out of Sydney to Hobart by fishing net
Robert Large's yacht Inukshuk retired from the Sydney to Hobart race after a fishing net tangled its rudder. The skipper details the tough safety call and looks ahead to next year.
Greens warn against 'knee-jerk' protest crackdown after Bondi
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury criticises NSW's post-Bondi protest laws as a 'knee-jerk reaction' while supporting tighter gun controls and a review of anti-vilification laws in the territory.
NSW Passes Australia's Toughest Gun Laws After Bondi Attack
Following the Bondi terror attack, the NSW government has passed decisive legislation for gun control and protest limits. Read why public safety must come first.
Small Plastic Icons Like Soy Sauce Fish Banned from 2026
Australians will soon say goodbye to iconic plastic items like soy sauce fish and bread tags as states roll out new bans. Discover what's changing and why in our full report.
Cairns protest targets court over lenient sentences
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.
Ben Simmons Buys Stake in Sport Fishing Championship Team
Australian NBA star Ben Simmons purchases controlling stake in the South Florida Sails fishing team while rehabilitating from back injury. Discover his new venture.
Canberra's pro-Palestine Jews seek free speech protection
Members of Canberra's Jewish community call on the Albanese government to safeguard the right to protest while drafting new hate speech laws in response to the Bondi Beach attack. Read their concerns.
Unions slam NSW's fast-tracked anti-protest laws as 'win for terrorists'
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.
Thousands sign petition against WA demersal fishing ban
A petition with over 10,000 signatures demands a parliamentary inquiry into WA's demersal fishing ban. The Cook Government prepares to defend the controversial policy in court.
McDonald's plan near Toukley Public School rejected
A $5 million McDonald's proposal opposite Toukley Public School has been formally rejected by Central Coast Council, ending a year-long community fight over traffic and safety concerns.
WA Fishing Groups Launch Legal Battle Against Permanent Ban
Outraged fishing groups take the Cook Government to court over a permanent fishing ban in WA's South Coast. Get the full story on the legal fight and its impact.
WA Demersal Fishing Ban Shuts Down Geraldton Family Business
A second-generation Geraldton fishing family sells their final catch as WA's commercial demersal ban begins. Discover the community impact and political fightback.
Radford College extends withdrawal deadline amid fee hike fury
Radford College extends withdrawal deadline to December 16 as parents revolt over 23% fee increases and financial mismanagement. Read the latest on the crisis.
Perth families in meltdown ahead of social media ban
Perth families scramble as WA's social media ban for under-16s starts Monday. Parents express confusion and anger over the sudden enforcement. Read more about the impact.
Four arrested after Crown Jewels protest with crumble
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.
Pro-Palestine protest shuts down Sea Cliff Bridge
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.
Student Isolation Fears as WA Social Media Ban Begins
Western Australia's new social media ban in schools has experts warning of increased student isolation during the long summer holidays. Learn about the concerns and the government's stance.
WA Teens React to Proposed Social Media Ban
West Australian teenagers share their candid thoughts on the state's looming social media ban for under-16s. Discover the debate on safety, connection, and enforcement.
Chris Pratt Endorses Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it vital to protect children from being mined for attention. He reveals his own 'no-screens' family rule.
Chris Pratt endorses Australia's teen social media ban
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it a 'smart move' to protect kids from algorithms mining their attention.
Neo-Nazi deported after Sydney parliament protest
A neo-Nazi demonstrator has been expelled from Australia following an anti-Jewish rally outside NSW Parliament. The government vows to tackle hate groups. Read the full story.
Family plans to defy Australia's social media ban
A NSW family vlogging channel says they will try to circumvent the new social media ban for under-16s, arguing their children's online presence is positive and profitable. The ban starts December 10.
NRL's R360 U-turn, climate wars & Newcastle port protests debated
Newcastle Herald readers weigh in on NRL's stance on R360 defectors, renewed climate policy battles, and the impact of recent port blockades. Dive into the local debate.
WA's Dhufish Disaster: Cook's Fishing Ban Backlash
Premier Roger Cook faces fierce criticism over a sudden West Coast Demersal fishing ban. The decision, labelled a political miscalculation, threatens recreational fishing and regional votes. Read the full analysis.
WA fishing ban to push up fish and chip prices
A sweeping 21-month ban on catching key demersal species in WA will hit supplies and drive up costs, with the government conceding price rises are inevitable. Find out what it means for your local takeaway.
WA Fishing Ban Sparks Outrage Over Missing Helpline
WA Premier Roger Cook faces pressure as fishing businesses reel from the demersal ban. A promised government helpline for impacted workers is revealed to be non-existent.
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