Deadly Melioidosis Warning for Cairns Region
Health authorities issue a critical warning as melioidosis cases surge in Far North Queensland. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself from this deadly soil-borne disease.
Health authorities issue a critical warning as melioidosis cases surge in Far North Queensland. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself from this deadly soil-borne disease.
ACT Police warn the public after several identical pipe bombs are discovered on paths near Lake Ginninderra. Authorities urge vigilance and immediate reporting of suspicious items.
A Canberra public servant fired after months of unauthorised leave has failed in an unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission upheld the termination.
Canberra cricket clubs are volunteering to test a new protective neck collar, invented in Australia, designed to prevent tragedies like the deaths of Phillip Hughes and Ben Austin. Read about this potential game-changer for player safety.
Navigate Canberra's extreme climate with confidence. Our expert guide reveals how to select a qualified mechanic for reliable car service and repair in the ACT.
New polling reveals young Australians are most opposed to making the Australia Day public holiday optional for staff. Discover the data and the debate.
Cairns Mayor Terry James faces fierce criticism from local MPs for leading the city's disaster management group from overseas during a cyclone alert. Read the full story.
Canberra's first workday after Christmas was marred by severe traffic delays and overcrowded replacement buses due to light rail construction. Commuters reported long waits and packed services. Read more about the disruptions and official response.
A severe thunderstorm is set to drench parts of Western Australia's north, bringing damaging winds and heavy rainfall that may cause flash flooding. Residents urged to prepare.
As temperatures in the Hunter Region near 40°C, local workers from tyre shops to construction sites share how they cope. Learn about the heatwave's peak and safety warnings.
Canberra teachers speak out on daily physical assaults and disruptive behaviour in ACT public high schools, as reported incidents surge. Education Minister acknowledges more must be done.
Cairns community leaders argue for better alcohol education and support services instead of a public drunkenness crackdown. Learn why they say the current approach fails.
Canberra's iconic Civic Olympic Pool, a summer hub for 70 years, is slated for demolition. The new aquatic centre lacks diving facilities, sparking community concern over lost heritage and youth space. Discover what the city stands to lose.
Police urgently seek public help to find a three-year-old boy missing from Thabeban, Bundaberg. Last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for parts of Western Australia, with damaging winds and thunderstorms expected to batter the region. Residents urged to take immediate precautions.
As Canberra faces a severe heatwave, the Summernats festival prepares with 50,000 ice blocks. Get the latest on the weather, fire warnings, and essential safety tips for people and pets.
Warmer weather brings snakes onto Canberra school grounds. Learn the official safety protocols, deterrent strategies, and what to do if you spot one.
Townsville is on flood watch as the Ross River Dam approaches full capacity following heavy rainfall. Authorities have issued an alert for potential releases. Stay informed.
Health authorities in NSW and SA warn of measles exposure at major public sites. Check if you visited Sydney Airport, Marion Westfield, or a Concord hospital. Verify your vaccination status now.
A 44-year-old Ainslie man faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing knives and threatening the public in Fyshwick. ACT Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the incident.
A veteran volunteer firefighter warns dangerously high fuel loads, including combustible African lovegrass, surrounding North Canberra Hospital pose a severe bushfire threat. Authorities say mitigation work is planned.
Residents in Dandaragan and Yathroo are under a Watch and Act alert for a dangerous bushfire. DFES warns of a possible threat to lives and homes. Get the latest advice and updates.
A severe bushfire near Perth has triggered an emergency warning for residents in Maida Vale, Forrestfield and Kalamunda. Authorities urge immediate action. Stay informed.
Health authorities in NSW and WA issue measles alerts for exposure sites including Sydney Airport and Perth medical centres. Travellers returning from South-East Asia urged to check vaccination status and monitor for symptoms.
Canberra's leading snake expert urges residents to reconsider calling for removal unless the snake is trapped. Learn when to act and how to coexist safely.
As Newcastle reviews its public toilets, locals highlight the lack of soap and inadequate facilities for the ageing and disabled. Read why these basic amenities are a public health necessity.
WA Health issues alert after a measles case visited Beeliar clinics. Symptoms include fever and rash. Check exposure sites and vaccination status.
A fast-moving bushfire near Safety Bay Road has prompted an urgent 'prepare to leave' warning for parts of Cooloongup, Safety Bay, Waikiki, and Warnbro. Residents are urged to act immediately.
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages and friend requests from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read her story.
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read the full story.