McDonald's plan near Toukley Public School rejected
A $5 million McDonald's proposal opposite Toukley Public School has been formally rejected by Central Coast Council, ending a year-long community fight over traffic and safety concerns.
A $5 million McDonald's proposal opposite Toukley Public School has been formally rejected by Central Coast Council, ending a year-long community fight over traffic and safety concerns.
Karratha Airport in WA's Pilbara is making a fourth bid for international status, aiming to connect the booming region to destinations like Bali and Singapore. Could this be the key to unlocking growth for the 17,000-strong community?
An eight-month-old Eastern Grey kangaroo joey named Rooster is thriving after being thrown from his mother's pouch. Australian Reptile Park staff call his survival a festive miracle.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge shares a powerful wartime story of finding a life's purpose in peace after tragedy, urging compassion following Sunday's events.
A 61-year-old Central Coast man has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding the Australian government through a scam involving visa applications and business grants. Read the full details of the case.
An interim ATSB report into the fatal Rottnest seaplane crash reveals the stall warning horn may have been switched off. The investigation continues into the crash that killed three people in January. Read the latest findings.
The NSW government's draft planning framework proposes merging the Hunter and Central Coast into a single region. The Property Council calls for a clear metropolitan strategy to unlock housing and jobs.
Perth Glory coach Adam Griffiths remains calm despite a growing injury list ahead of the crucial A-League Men's clash against Central Coast Mariners. Get the latest team news and his confident outlook.
Wollongong businesses lament a 'step backwards' as fire safety concerns force a ban on outdoor dining in Crown Lane. Discover the impact on local nightlife and council plans.
A new $25 million shopping centre in Alkimos gets the green light, featuring a supermarket, childcare, medical centre, and 301 car parks. The project is a major boost for the growing northern suburb.
A festive gift wrap fundraiser at Cairns Central is raising vital funds to upgrade the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital, providing crucial support for premature and sick newborns and their families.
Newcastle Jets' unbeaten start shattered by Central Coast Mariners in a ruthless 4-1 A-League Women's defeat. Captain Cassidy Davis demands improvement after a delayed and disappointing F3 Derby clash.
A 55-year-old man was stabbed at Bankstown Central in Western Sydney. A 27-year-old man has been charged. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
A fast-moving bushfire has gutted homes in Koolewong, NSW. Over 250 firefighters battled the blaze as residents watched on in horror. Read the latest updates.
At least 12 homes have been lost in a fierce bushfire at Koolewong on the NSW Central Coast, as extreme heat and winds drive dangerous conditions across multiple regions. Residents urged to enact survival plans.
Homes have been engulfed in a fast-moving bushfire near Woy Woy on the Central Coast. Residents in several streets are told to leave immediately if safe to do so. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
Emergency warnings are active as bushfires damage multiple homes on the NSW Central Coast. Residents told to evacuate immediately. Know the latest.
Qantas's strategic push to establish Perth as a major western hub is already delivering results, with strong passenger demand reported in the lead-up to the Christmas holiday period.
Central Coast father Troy Sullivan faces aggressive stage four melanoma just months after a clean bill of health. His family's urgent mission to raise awareness about early detection.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson details the airline's ambitious $5 billion plan to make Perth a major western hub, boosting tourism and creating thousands of jobs. Discover the future of Australian aviation.
Skydive Cairns staff have walked out after being told their pay could be slashed by up to 50%. The proposed cuts have sparked outrage and safety concerns.
Train services on Perth's Mandurah Line have resumed after a serious truck and car collision on the Kwinana Freeway near Cockburn station damaged rail infrastructure and halted services for hours. A woman was hospitalised.
Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson announces a major leadership overhaul and potential head office job cuts as part of a strategic reset. Read the full details on the airline's new direction.
A global Airbus A320 grounding was triggered by cosmic radiation affecting flight computers. Thousands of flights were cancelled. Read the latest on the investigation and travel updates.
A primary school-aged boy was hospitalised after being hit by a ute and trapped beneath its trailer in a Jesmond car park. The incident sparks renewed safety warnings as NSW moves to regulate e-scooter power.
Friends of pilot Ash Jenkinson told a Brisbane inquest they saw him use cocaine at a NYE party days before the fatal Sea World helicopter collision. Read the latest evidence.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.
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.
Experienced pilot Eddie Seve, 64, died when two light planes collided during formation flight near Appin. The aviation community mourns his loss.
A pilot in his 60s miraculously escaped serious injury after a light plane crash at Jandakot Airport on Sunday morning. Read the full details of the incident.