Firms fined over worker's finger amputation in machinery
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
A swimmer was seriously injured by a suspected box jellyfish at Trinity Beach in Cairns. Emergency services responded, highlighting the ongoing marine stinger danger in North Queensland waters.
Boxing Day sales have launched early across Australia with unprecedented discounts on tech, fashion, homewares and travel. Discover the best deals from Big W, Kogan, Forty Winks and more before they sell out.
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
A 19-year-old man was seriously wounded during a violent home invasion in Cairns' Kanimbla suburb. Intruders demanded car keys before the attack. Police are investigating.
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
Australia Post warns of a seasonal spike in parcel theft. Learn how to protect your deliveries with secure options like Parcel Lockers and safe place instructions.
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
The City of Perth rolls out extra patrols, CCTV and community events to ensure a safe and vibrant CBD this summer and school holidays. Read about the OneCity Together for Summer initiative.
Residents of an Adelaide street are fighting an average of 26 wrong-way drivers daily. Local Stephen Merrett is leading a petition for traffic cameras to stop the dangerous trend.
Investigators reveal two aircraft were visible to each other before a tragic collision near The Oaks that claimed three lives. Read the latest findings from the ATSB interim report.
Beau Bradford, 15, died after being struck by an object on a Surfers Paradise construction site. The tragedy has sparked calls for improved workplace safety.
The LG StandbyME 2 portable smart touch screen, a viral sensation, is now $1,662 on Amazon Australia. This post-Christmas deal offers a 27-inch mobile display for streaming, work, and play.
New Australian research reveals the key factors behind the alarming post-pandemic surge in whooping cough cases. Experts urge vaccination checks.
Child safety experts reveal how online predators are targeting children during holidays. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your family this Christmas.
WA Premier Roger Cook faces criticism over VacSwim program cuts as state records 27 drownings this season. Government maintains focus on school-based swimming lessons.
Five boys had a lucky escape after a jumping castle was lifted by strong winds in Sydney's southwest. Four were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
Cook MP Cynthia Lui remains silent after controversial social media post sparks community outrage. Katter's Australian Party demands explanation.
A Redfern e-bike fire becomes NSW's 100th lithium-ion battery blaze this year, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire authorities about the technology experts admit we don't fully understand.
A 15-year-old Beechworth Secondary College student suffered crushed hand and severed fingertips in workshop accident. WorkSafe charges Education Department with safety breaches.
Hugh Jackman makes Instagram debut with girlfriend Sutton Foster, praising her 'truly magical' Christmas show performance in New York. See their relationship timeline.
Australia Post workers confront growing dog attack risks with 46 incidents weekly. Canberra postie shares close calls as Christmas delivery surge approaches. Secure your pets now!
UNSW researchers recommend trialling 30km/h zones in Canberra's high-pedestrian areas. Discover how lower speeds combined with education could transform road safety.
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
Australian icon Hugh Jackman faces fan criticism after going Instagram official with Sutton Foster following his divorce from Deborra-Lee Furness. Read the full story.
Australia Post workers in Wollongong are managing unprecedented parcel volumes as online shopping hits new records. Discover how posties are adapting to the e-commerce revolution.
A group of regular swimmers, including Gerringong Surf Club members, rescued a man from a dangerous rip at Werri Beach. The incident highlights growing water safety concerns.
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are national hotspots for dog attacks on postal workers, with Australia Post reporting over 1190 incidents in six months. Secure your dog to protect posties.