Two Darwin tourists had a shocking start to their Sunday when a sinkhole opened up and swallowed their rental car in Adelaide. Forced to take an Uber to the airport, they share their dramatic story.
A Canberra tenant is taking his strata company to ACAT after they demanded $4000 to review security footage for a police investigation into his stolen motorcycle. Read the full story.
Perth's rental crisis deepens as it overtakes Sydney and Brisbane, becoming the nation's second most expensive city for tenants. Discover the data and what it means for WA.
New Resolve poll shows over 60% of Australians want immigration halted for housing. Stephen Saunders argues migration policy is 'bonkers' and undemocratic. Read the full debate.
Despite a looming deadline, one-third of Perth's metropolitan councils have failed to adopt the state's short-term rental planning scheme, raising concerns over enforcement and housing supply. Read more.
Desperate renters are paying strangers to inspect properties for them in Australia's competitive rental market. We explore the booming side hustle and what agents think.
Brendan Fraser stars in the heartwarming Boxing Day release 'Rental Family', marking his leading man return after an Oscar win. Read our review of this Tokyo-set film.
A 37-year-old man has died after losing control of a rental e-scooter in Geraldton in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Perth tenants are set to pay an extra $2200 on average for rent in 2025 compared to 2024, as a new report highlights the city's severe rental crisis. Discover the data and what it means for the market.
Perth renters faced an average $2200 annual rent hike in 2025, with house rents up $51 a week. New data reveals families are skipping meals and cutting essentials to cope with the housing crisis.
After his Oscar win for The Whale, Brendan Fraser forges a new path in the poignant Japanese drama Rental Family, exploring loneliness and connection. The film opens in Australia on Boxing Day.
West Australian families face a building industry 'snake-pit' as the government reviews contract laws. Minister Buti promises 2026 reforms after 740 survey responses highlighted systemic failures.
Perth's housing crisis forces residents into extreme measures: skipping meals, working multiple jobs, and delaying medical care just to keep a roof overhead. Discover the human cost.
As Canberra faces a deadly overdose crisis, experts reveal stigma and access barriers prevent drug users from getting the most effective treatment: opioid prescription therapy. Learn why.
Western Australian renters are paying an extra $20,000 a year as rents skyrocket, pushing families to the edge. New data reveals the crisis, with urgent calls for rent caps and government intervention. Read the full story.
Widespread blackouts crippled parts of Australia after multiple power stations failed during the morning peak. Discover the cause and ongoing impact on the national grid.
The WA government is collecting a $1 billion stamp duty windfall as a housing mobility crisis locks people in place. Discover the impact on homeowners and the call for tax reform.
A Canberra property journalist with eight years of perfect rental history reveals why she still needs her parents as guarantors, exposing the harsh realities of Australia's rental crisis. Read her story.
Basil Zempilus examines the Cook Government's housing performance, questioning its achievements amid Perth's affordability crisis. Read the full analysis.
New data reveals South Australia has the nation's highest child poverty rate. Mum Kayla shares how she salvaged last Christmas with community help. Read her story.
New research reveals the cost-of-living crunch is forcing Australians to abandon the tradition of shouting rounds at the pub, with a surprising gender divide emerging. Discover the data and tips to navigate social spending.
The WA Government extends its rent relief program after Perth was declared Australia's most unaffordable city. Grants of $5000 will continue until June. Read more.
A new report reveals Townsville's rental vacancy rate has crashed to 0.7%, sparking fears for the city's future. Experts warn of severe social and economic consequences if action isn't taken. Read the full analysis.
More than 180 Australian workers face an uncertain Christmas after fourth-generation family farming enterprise Dicky Bill Australia collapsed into voluntary administration. Read the full story.
Western Australia faces a domestic violence epidemic with 12,000 incidents reported yearly. Learn about new initiatives and community responses to this critical issue.
West Australian seniors are postponing retirement dreams due to cost-of-living pressures. Discover how the workforce is changing and what it means for our community.
Rising costs threaten classic Australian summer activities as families struggle with inflation. Discover which traditions are becoming unattainable and why.
Newcastle residents are turning to backyard granny flats as smart solutions to housing shortages. Discover how these secondary dwellings create affordable options.
Former property manager reveals shocking rental market reality in Hunter region. Learn about the application chaos and what's being done to fix Australia's housing crisis.
Shocking new data reveals youth homelessness affects nine classrooms of young Australians every night. Learn the devastating facts and what must be done to address this national crisis.