A Perth family has welcomed two daughters born spontaneously on Christmas Day, three years apart, beating incredible odds. Discover their heartwarming story and the rare statistics behind their festive birthdays.
Western Australia bucks national trend with a 4% rise in job openings to November 2025, driven by public sector demand. Key insights for job-seekers and RBA implications.
The Australian SailGP team is back on the water in Sydney for crucial practice. In a cross-code challenge, Western Force winger Harry Potter claimed victory in a gruelling fitness test. Get the latest ahead of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix.
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.
Police have charged three men after a handgun and a Holden sedan connected a spate of armed robberies in Waratah, Seven Hills, Pyrmont, and Kingswood. Read the full investigation details.
Western Force skipper Jeremy Williams believes fierce competition for spots will be the driving force behind the club's bid to reach the Super Rugby Pacific finals. Read his full strategy.
NSW Police release images of a silver hatchback, urging its P-plate driver or owner to come forward regarding a series of motorcycle thefts in the Illawarra region between October and January.
WA industry groups sound alarm over skills shortages jeopardising AUKUS and energy projects, as a retired UK Admiral predicts program failure. Can the state deliver?
Authorities in Western Australia are struggling to contain a booming black market for illegal cigarettes, with experts warning organised crime is winning. Read the full analysis.
Australian grandparents provide over $63 billion in unpaid childcare annually, a vital economic contribution that remains unrecognised. Discover why experts call for formal recognition.
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has handed down its final report. Chair Nick Kaldas describes a feeling of relief, not triumph, and urges the government to act swiftly on its recommendations.
An overseas student has been convicted for her role in a massive illegal tobacco operation in Perth, where authorities seized over 1.2 million dollars worth of illicit cigarettes. Read the full story.
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
NSW Police charge two men over a scam targeting elderly drivers at shopping centres. A second pair are wanted as investigations continue. Police urge the public to come forward with information.
South Coast police have conducted a major new search at a North Nowra property, over a year after a man was found with head injuries and died. Detectives urge anyone with information to come forward.
A 29-year-old man faces 16 charges after detectives found two rifles and numerous 3D-printed firearm components in a Lake Macquarie garage. Read the latest on this police investigation.
Western Force flanker Carlo Tizzano is aiming to build on his stellar 2025 season, with club legend Matt Hodgson predicting even greater heights for the Wallabies hopeful in 2026. Read his full story.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is in US custody after a daring Delta Force operation in Caracas. Experts warn the unprecedented arrest sets a dangerous global precedent. Read the full breakdown.
A major childcare subsidy change guarantees eligible Australian families three days of subsidised care per week, removing activity tests. Find out if you qualify.
Australian Border Force seizes unregulated melatonin shipments. Global retailer iHerb resumes imports after compliance changes. Learn about the risks of buying supplements online.
A 40-year-old woman is expected to face court after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found 15kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $13 million, in her luggage at Sydney International Airport.
Western Force fly-half Ben Donaldson opens up on his 'inconsistent' 2025 season, his lessons learned, and his ultimate goal: securing the Wallabies number 10 jersey for the 2027 home World Cup.
A 27-year-old Maitland man has been arrested and charged with 29 sexual assault and choking offences, allegedly committed against three female co-workers at multiple NSW locations. Police urge victims to come forward.
Police have released CCTV footage after firearms were stolen from a Blandford property. Two people are charged, with more arrests expected. The 78-year-old firearm owner also faces charges.
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.
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
The ACT Brumbies are racing to sign former NRL star Zac Lomax before Christmas, competing with the Western Force's $900k offer. Ex-Olympian John Porch also eyes a spot.
Western Force and Wallabies rugby player Ben Donaldson shares a heartfelt tribute to Peter Meagher, a victim of the Bondi Junction stabbing attack. Read the emotional story.
Australian Defence Force personnel from Townsville's Lavarack Barracks faced court for serious offences including assault and dangerous driving in 2025. Read the full report.
A critical shortage of 18,000 skilled construction workers annually could delay and inflate costs for Brisbane's 2032 Olympic infrastructure. Will Queensland find the workforce?