Marine stinger injures swimmer at popular Cairns beach
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.
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.
A cyclist has died after being struck by a truck on the Pacific Highway at Bulahdelah. The fatal crash has closed southbound lanes, with traffic diverted. Investigations are ongoing.
A cyclist has died following a serious collision with a truck on the Pacific Highway at Bulahdelah. The southbound lanes remain closed as police investigate. Read the latest traffic updates.
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.
A critical shortage of 18,000 skilled construction workers annually could delay and inflate costs for Brisbane's 2032 Olympic infrastructure. Will Queensland find the workforce?
Jenny O'Bryne, mother of missing Perth FIFO worker William Carter, asks the public not to donate to a GoFundMe set up without family consent. Police confirmed his body was found after a 10-day search.
A 70-year-old former Tasmanian school employee faces charges of persistent sexual abuse of a child. The alleged crimes occurred between 2018 and 2020. Support is available.
The WA government unveils a budget plan offering $10,000 cash to attract 1000 skilled tradies to Perth, aiming to tackle the housing crisis and build more homes. Read the full strategy.
A 24-year-old Shellharbour woman has died after a 'deliberate' car crash on the Sunshine Coast. Mallee Smith was one of eight pedestrians struck. The driver faces attempted murder charges.
WA Police have located a body believed to be missing 25-year-old FIFO worker William Carter. The Perth man vanished after being dropped at the airport on December 6.
A man has died and two others are in hospital after a car crashed into a Melbourne medical centre. Police are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.
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.
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has approved plans to demolish the heritage-listed Inne Town Backpackers and replace it with a larger facility for seasonal workers. Read the full story.
A 28-year-old FIFO worker faces court, accused of violently carjacking a 74-year-old woman on a busy Perth road. Read the shocking details of the alleged attack.
Townsville University Hospital staff could lose up to a quarter of their wages in a bitter contract dispute. Unions warn of a devastating blow to workers and regional healthcare.
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 family of murdered Melbourne doctor Ashley Gordon say they are 'disappointed' his teenage killer could be free in 12 years. Read their emotional court reaction.
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.
Kain, 28, describes finding his grandmother Diane Harkess dead in her Bateau Bay unit. A man has been charged with murder as the family struggles with loss.
Perth faces a critical apartment shortage as construction costs soar. A severe skilled labour crisis is making new projects unviable, deepening the housing affordability crisis. Discover the solution.
Cook MP Cynthia Lui remains silent after controversial social media post sparks community outrage. Katter's Australian Party demands explanation.
Discover how a pioneering Indigenous nurse transformed healthcare in North Queensland. Her inspiring journey continues to impact communities today.
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!
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.
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.
Illawarra community demands urgent action as 43 Australian women killed in gender-based violence this year. Learn how to support victims and join the 16 Days of Activism.