Parents in Geelong can access affordable $20 workshops to help navigate modern family pressures like screen time and anxiety. A local initiative provides expert-led sessions for practical support.
A major Rio Tinto shareholder demands a 'merger, not a takeover' with Glencore, warning CEO Simon Trott faces his first major capital discipline test. Read the full analysis.
The Singleton Waste Management Facility will reopen on Monday following a major tip face fire in late December. Council crews worked around the clock on remediation. Read the latest updates.
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.
A parliamentary inquiry hears SA government staff were told not to investigate the cause of a major algal bloom until after the March state election. Read the disturbing claims.
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Discover why water isn't tasteless. From artesian bores to lab purity, science explains how minerals, memory, and genes shape what we taste. Read more.
A major fire at Singleton's Waste Management Facility continues to burn, forcing its closure. Council urges residents to never put batteries or gas bottles in kerbside bins. Read the latest updates.
Experts propose utilising abundant carp supplies as an affordable, high-protein food source to reduce fishing pressure on vulnerable native species. A practical solution for river health.
An 18-year-old Canberra student is spearheading a community campaign to save the iconic Big Splash water park from demolition and redevelopment into a hotel. Read her story.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
West Australian fishers face immediate fines under new rules banning fishing in 20% of state waters. No grace period given. Get the full details on the controversial crackdown.
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Australia's 2025 Corporate Reputation Index reveals stunning falls for major companies. Discover which brands lost trust and the costly reasons why. Read the full analysis.
Torrential rain has cut off remote Gulf communities as major roads disappear underwater. Authorities issue urgent warnings and residents prepare for isolation.
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
Hinchinbrook Shire Council is urging residents to prepare for potential flooding ahead of the wet season. Learn the essential steps to safeguard your family and property now.
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.
Property owners near Townsville successfully defended their homes from a dangerous bushfire thanks to a pre-prepared fire management plan. See how preparation made the difference.
Water Corporation is forced to adjust thousands of customer bills after discovering systemic meter misreads. Find out if you're affected and what to do next.
Belle Property's head office has taken direct control of its Hunter Valley operations, pledging new safety measures and support for staff and clients after a distressing period. Read the full statement.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
The City of Cockburn stands by its fox management program despite resident concerns over native wildlife. A new population study will guide future actions. Read the full story.
Cairns Regional Council partners with major hotels to educate visitors on water conservation. The new initiative aims to secure the city's water future amidst tourism growth and climate challenges.
Beresfield Golf Course in Newcastle reopens on January 14 under new management, promising a driving range, padel courts, and major course improvements. Read about the 15-year revitalisation plan.
Struggling with budgets? Discover how a qualified Australian financial planner moves beyond simple tracking to holistic cash flow management, helping you achieve long-term wealth and security.
Nearly 20% of staff at the Australian Office of Financial Management report witnessing corrupt conduct, a figure that has doubled since 2024. CEO Anna Hughes says she cannot explain the alarming survey results.
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.
A Sydney mother of five shares how Juniper's dietitians and health coaches helped her lose 37.1kg over three years, transforming her physical and emotional health. Discover her journey.