WA smashes 120-year heat record on Christmas Day
Western Australia shattered a 120-year temperature record this Christmas, becoming the hottest place on Earth. Discover which towns made history and what relief is coming.
Western Australia shattered a 120-year temperature record this Christmas, becoming the hottest place on Earth. Discover which towns made history and what relief is coming.
A 34-year-old woman faces court after allegedly crashing with three children in the car while drunk on Christmas Day in Sydney's west. Read the full details.
Two people are fighting for life after a serious single-vehicle crash on the Mulligan Highway near Lakeland. Emergency services responded to the scene on Tuesday afternoon.
A Forde truck driver allegedly recorded a blood-alcohol reading five times the legal limit on the Monaro Highway, with police warning of 'serious risk'. Read the full details.
The professional driver for NSW Police Minister Yasmin Catley has pleaded guilty after recording a blood alcohol reading more than three times the legal limit on the Far South Coast. Read the full details.
Townsville City Council accelerates construction of new public toilets at Pallarenda and Rowes Bay parks after securing additional funding. Read about the local upgrade.
A body has been discovered near a bogged 4WD in Bago Bluff National Park, believed to be a 48-year-old man reported missing from Brombin. Police investigations continue.
A 48-year-old man faces court after allegedly lighting fires in Sydney's Royal National Park during a high fire danger day. Police were alerted by public tip-offs.
Three iconic Western Australian drives have been ranked among Australia's top road trips for families and couples, scoring highly for safety, scenery, and amenities. Discover the best routes for your next adventure.
West Australians gathered at Kings Park for a National Day of Reflection, paying tribute to the six victims of the Bondi Junction tragedy one week on. Read the full story of community mourning.
A 38-year-old woman was assaulted in Burleigh Heads National Park. Police are urging two members of the public who intervened, and anyone with information, to come forward.
Australian cycling star Ben O'Connor returns home to Perth, aiming for the green and gold jersey at the AusCycling Road National Championships. Discover his quest for glory.
Australia marks a National Day of Reflection, offering a moment of unity and healing for a nation grappling with recent tragedies. Join the collective act of remembrance.
Explore Yanchep National Park, historic inns, and a lavender farm on a perfect Perth day trip. Discover koalas, crystal caves, and coastal lagoons just 45 minutes from the city.
A new coastal walkway masterplan is being developed to connect Lake Macquarie and the Central Coast, promising a boost for recreation and tourism. Discover the proposed route and timeline.
WA Health issues a public health alert after a measles case visited sites in Hillarys and Claremont. Check exposure times and monitor for symptoms for 7-18 days.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle councillors have overwhelmingly endorsed a campaign to protect a vast bushland area slated for 4200 homes, aiming to create a new national park to safeguard a rare chlamydia-free koala population.
Hope fades for Victorian families after a water search for a missing fisherman off Cape Jaffa was suspended. The body of his friend was recovered earlier. Police urge public vigilance.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
A vital freight route on the Atherton Tablelands has reopened, offering relief for local businesses. Major Bruce Highway repair work is set to pause for the festive season. Read the latest updates.
A fisherman has died and another is missing off Cape Jaffa. The tragic incident comes as new data shows a 48% surge in drowning deaths among over-65s across Australia.
A man was freed by emergency crews after a serious collision between a ute and a truck on the Gillies Range Road near Cairns. Read the latest on the rescue and road conditions.
Ditch boring presents this Christmas. A ticket to Jamberoo Action Park offers a full day of family thrills and splash-filled fun. Discover NSW's largest family-owned water park.
Ignatius Park College has set the date and venue for its 2025 Senior Formal. Discover the exciting theme and all the key details for this milestone event in Townsville.
Enter to win an extraordinary 7-night Alaskan cruise with Princess, plus a scenic rail journey and lodge stay. Experience glaciers, wildlife, and Denali. Enter now!
Simon Scott Jansen has been disqualified from driving and fined after pleading guilty to high-range drink driving in Townsville. Read the full court details.
Victoria Police confirm a targeted search for Dezi Freeman's body in Mount Buffalo National Park. The alleged killer of two officers has been on the run since August. A $1 million reward stands.
A cheeky platypus interrupted a historical tour at Hamilton Hume's Cooma Cottage, sparking a conversation about Australia's iconic wildlife and the best places to spot echidnas in the ACT and NSW South Coast.
A dramatic early morning rescue saved five people and a blue heeler puppy after their vessel began sinking 30 nautical miles off the Queensland coast near Ayr. All were winched to safety and are in good health.