WA Government's urgent summer pool safety warning
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
Hundreds of Novocastrians gathered at Wheeler Place for a joyful community choir event, blending a modern Billie Eilish hit with a classic Wham! Christmas song. Join the festive spirit!
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Developer Geocon secures approval for a 25-metre indoor pool in Woden, replacing the outdoor 50m Phillip pool. The decision has sparked community outrage and accusations of a flawed planning process.
Swimming pools across the Hunter region have restricted access to diving blocks this summer, citing safety and insurance concerns. Parents express disappointment as a beloved tradition ends.
Geelong train commuters face major disruptions as V/Line undertakes essential works on the Warrnambool line from January 2-14. Plan your journey now.
Canberra's Garema Place reopens after lengthy redevelopment, drawing mixed reactions from locals. Is the new sand-toned concrete plaza an improvement or a missed opportunity?
A Cairns councillor warns closing Babinda's iconic pool will 'rip out the town's heart'. Locals rally against the plan, fearing devastating social and economic impacts. Read the full story.
Newcastle councillors have deferred a major plan to revitalise Civic Park and surrounds, citing a $70 million price tag and more pressing community priorities like safer streets and drainage.
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Get ready for festive fun at the South Canberra Community Markets this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Santa photos with pets, farm buggy rides, kids' crafts, stalls, food, and live music, all supporting local youth charities.
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.
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Olympic diver Sam Fricker is campaigning to keep Lambton Pool's diving facilities open after a safety inspection forced a temporary closure, impacting 70 local athletes. Read more.
Security cameras captured a woman trespassing for a swim in a Montville holiday home pool, leaving muddy footprints. Homeowners report incident to police.
Perth's record-breaking start to summer saw influencers and revellers cool off at the exclusive Sun Sets event at Crown Towers Pool, featuring live DJs and champagne. Get the full social scoop.
Hunter United Diving Academy's season is in crisis after City of Newcastle closed Lambton pool's dive tower and boards following SafeWork NSW notices. The only diving facility in the Hunter is now severely limited.
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
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Mechanical issues have halted the Stockton ferry service, with buses now providing replacements. Stay updated on travel changes and repair timelines for this key Newcastle route.
Plans for a $3 million restaurant, bar, and kiosk at Millers Pool on the South Perth foreshore are now open for public comment. Have your say on the new venue.
Join Senator David Pocock and community leaders to discuss Canberra's aquatic strategy. Free public event this Thursday at East Hotel. Bookings essential.
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