A critical 5km underground power cable is now in place for Perth's massive Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, marking a key step towards 2028 completion. Discover how this project will secure WA's water future.
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.
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.
Cairns' water supply is secure for now, but a new report warns of future shortages by 2031. Discover the critical infrastructure projects and challenges ahead for the region.
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.
In water-rich Australia, formal swimming lessons are a critical layer of protection for children, building confidence and automatic responses that can prevent tragedy. Learn why consistency is key.
A tourist in his 20s has died after being caught in a rip at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast. It's the fifth drowning on Australian beaches this festive period. Authorities urge water safety vigilance.
A four-year-old boy has died after being pulled from a backyard pool at Port Stephens. The tragedy follows a national surge in drowning deaths, with backyard pools accounting for most incidents.
A Geelong lifeguard was reduced to tears after a parent screamed at her for enforcing a crucial water slide safety rule. The incident highlights the abuse faced by pool staff.
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.
As other nations adopt free school lunches to fight food insecurity and boost learning, Australia remains without a national program. Could this change?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A dramatic surge in marine rescues across Western Australia saw 205 people pulled from the water this festive season. Authorities urge boaters and swimmers to prioritise safety.
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.
A man fights for life after a Kiama beach rescue as NSW Surf Life Saving reveals seven drownings since New Year's Day. Authorities plead for water safety and self-responsibility.
A major NSW waterways safety operation found more than 20% of jet ski offences occurred at Lake Macquarie. Police urge riders to slow down and follow safety rules.
A devastating start to 2026 as multiple drownings are reported across Australian beaches. Authorities urge water safety vigilance. Read the full story and learn crucial safety tips.
A man in his 50s has died after being pulled from the water at Lobster Bay on the Beecroft Peninsula. Police are investigating the incident and have issued a water safety warning.
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.
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.
A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
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.
An 18-year-old is recovering after a tow rope snapped on a lake south of Perth, causing serious injuries. He remains positive despite the ordeal.
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
A young man was saved from drowning on Christmas morning at Shoal Bay. His family now seeks the stranger who performed life-saving CPR. Read the dramatic story and vital water safety warning.
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.