Trailer Overturns on Gillies Range Road, Spills Sand
A trailer tipped over on the Gillies Range Road, spilling sand and reducing lanes. Motorists are urged to expect delays and drive with caution in the area.
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Girrawheen to get 40 new speed bumps and crossings
Perth's Girrawheen suburb is set for a major road safety upgrade with 40 new traffic calming measures. The $2.08 million project aims to reduce crashes following 106 incidents in four years. Read more.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Dates and Guests Announced
The full program for Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 is out! Discover the dates, featured authors, and key events for Australia's premier literary festival. Plan your visit now.
Aussie Fitness Plan Offers 20% Off for 2026 Health Goals
Bodies by Madie launches 2026 intake with 20% discount. The sustainable fitness & nutrition program, helping over 1500 women, focuses on strength without burnout. Limited spots available.
School Savvy marks decade helping families with costs
Centacare FNQ's School Savvy program celebrates 10 years supporting Far North Queensland families struggling with soaring back-to-school expenses. Discover how it helps.
Stromlo's Learn to Swim Program for All Ages & Abilities
Stromlo Leisure Centre's GOswim program offers year-round swimming lessons for babies, children, teens, and adults in Canberra. Build water safety skills and confidence with qualified instructors. Enquire now.
Mount Spec Road repair timeline in doubt as minister gives no end date
The Palaszczuk government cannot say when vital repairs to flood-damaged Mount Spec Road will be finished, leaving Paluma residents and businesses in limbo. Read the latest.
First Nations Film Festival Returns to Fremantle
The Focus: First Nation Films festival is back at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre on Jan 24-25. Featuring documentaries, music, and speakers like Thomas Mayo, it's a key part of Fremantle's Truth Telling program. Free entry.
Australia's School Lunch Gap: A Health and Equity Issue
As other nations adopt free school lunches to fight food insecurity and boost learning, Australia remains without a national program. Could this change?
Lake Mac Council outlines $80 million spending plan
Lake Macquarie City Council reveals a draft $80 million capital works plan for 2026-27, with over half earmarked for its fire-damaged Speers Point administration building. Discover the community projects set to benefit.
Olympic Champ Liesel Jones on Medical Weight Loss
Australian swimming legend Liesel Jones opens up about using medical assistance to lose 25kg, battling PCOS and body image stigma. Watch her honest Sunrise interview.
7 Million Homes Vulnerable to Urban Bushfires
A new report reveals millions of Australian homes are at risk of devastating urban bushfires. Experts call for urgent action to retrofit properties and improve community resilience.
Rural buffer zone protects Canberra suburbs from bushfires
Rural landholders like the Canberra Equestrian Centre are the critical buffer protecting ACT suburbs from bushfires. Learn how their Farm Firewise plans and community vigilance are key to safety this season.
Holiday road blitz: 186 drug offences, 64 drink-drivers caught
Newcastle and Hunter police conducted over 31,000 breath tests in a 17-day holiday crackdown. While no one died locally, 19 injury crashes occurred. Police warn of a concerning rise in drug-driving.
University Without ATAR: UNE's Pathways for Mature Students
Discover how the University of New England's fee-free TRACKS and Foundation Programs are helping mature-aged students like Brooke Herczeg and Carla Penny build successful university futures, proving age and past grades are no barrier.
Helsinki's Zero Road Deaths: The Strategy Explained
Helsinki's traffic engineer reveals how the Finnish capital recorded zero road deaths in 2024. Discover the life-saving strategies that could reshape Australian cities. Read the full story.
Perth's City Beach reopens after shark sightings
City Beach in Perth reopened after a one-hour closure due to multiple shark sightings, including a 5-metre shark just 15 metres from shore. Stay informed with the latest beach safety alerts.
Lake Macquarie records second-highest NSW road toll
Confronting 2025 data reveals Lake Macquarie had the state's second-worst road toll. Speed was the leading killer as NSW lost 355 lives. Read the full analysis and official pleas for safer driving.
Equ's 8-week challenge helps Aussie women lose weight
Thousands of Australian women are transforming their health with the equ program, which offers 9,000+ recipes. Enrolments are now open for the next 8-week challenge starting January 19.
WA road toll drops in 2025, bucking national trend
Western Australia sees a decrease in road fatalities for 2025, contrasting with a sharp rise across Australia. Explore the latest figures and safety analysis.
Abandoned e-scooter helmets clutter Townsville streets
Townsville streets are littered with discarded Neuron e-scooter helmets, raising serious safety and environmental concerns. Residents demand action. Read more.
Road toll rises as pedestrian deaths surge across Australia
Australia's national road toll has exceeded 1300 for the first time since 2010, with a sharp rise in pedestrian fatalities linked to larger vehicles. Experts warn of a dangerous trend mirroring the US.
Officeworks launches $1m Back to School Appeal
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
E-bike safety warning after police crackdown in Wollongong
Police issue a stark warning to parents after a holiday crackdown on illegal e-bikes. Children are at risk of life-altering injuries without proper safety gear and supervision.
University of Newcastle's Daughters and Dads Program Helps 7000+
The University of Newcastle's award-winning Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered program has transformed over 7000 lives, boosting girls' confidence and dads' mental health. Discover how this global initiative is tackling gender bias.
Boundary Road reopens after Barwon Heads Road works
Traffic has returned to Boundary Road in Armstrong Creek as the Barwon Heads Road upgrade moves to its next phase. Get the latest on the project timeline and upcoming changes.
Police urgent warning to parents over kids' e-bike safety
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
Geelong Police Superintendent's Christmas Safety Message
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
Indigenous Leader's Future Bright After Uni Program
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Coulsons Creek Road reopens after five-year closure
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
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