A vehicle displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was deliberately set alight in St Kilda East in the early hours of Christmas Day. Police are investigating the suspicious fire and urging witnesses to come forward.
Emerald Cruises & Tours launches 2026-27 South-East Asia & Japan season. New Mekong journeys paired with land tours. Get Super Earlybird savings up to $1500pp. Explore now.
A 21-year-old man was critically injured after a stabbing at the OG Hotel in Klemzig, Adelaide. Police are searching for two suspects who fled the scene. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Heidelberg Materials will upgrade its Canning Vale concrete plant to replace its East Perth operation, approved by Perth's Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel. Read the full details.
Australian and Philippines police investigate two Sydney men who travelled to the same location as the Bondi terrorists. Get the latest on the expanding terror probe.
A man in his 20s has died after his car left the road and hit trees near Rich Avon East. Victoria's 2025 road toll now stands at 282. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A dramatic final round before the Christmas break saw City snatch top spot, a teen prodigy return with a ton, and a rare reverse outright in Newcastle's first-grade cricket.
Geelong's real estate market finished strong with a 79% clearance rate in the final auctions before Christmas. Discover which suburbs saw the biggest sales.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
The full WAFLW fixture for 2025 is out! Claremont and East Fremantle to clash in a Grand Final rematch on Good Friday. See all the key dates and matchups for the upcoming season.
The Perth Wildcats have slumped to a third straight home loss, falling 77-76 to South East Melbourne Phoenix on a John Brown III game-winner. Read the full match report and analysis here.
Taruga Minerals reports strong gold and copper assays from rock chips at its Gwamogwamo prospect in Papua New Guinea, validating historical data and setting the stage for 2026 drilling.
Police and community are searching for Andrew Leggett, 56, missing from Belmont. Follow live updates on the Newcastle Herald blog for breaking news across the Hunter.
The Town of East Fremantle faces a doubling of audit fees and a missed deadline for its annual report, linked to the East Fremantle Community Park finances. Read the latest local government update.
Young people in Perth are invited to a free summer holiday event at East Fremantle Community Park on January 10. Enjoy skate coaching, live music, creative workshops and a free sausage sizzle. Book now!
Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie urges his players to address their inconsistent home performances ahead of their final RAC Arena game before a lengthy road trip. Key players face fitness tests.
A 32-year-old Swansea man faces court over allegedly displaying a prohibited Nazi symbol on a boat in a public place. Police seized two vessels during their investigation.
New images reveal WA's first vertical public primary school in East Perth, a $165m project for 600+ students. Public comment is open until December 23.
The WAFL 2026 fixture is out! East Perth must wait until mid-season for a shot at revenge against South Fremantle. Get all the key dates and matchups here.
The Geelong property market saw strong activity in early December. Discover which suburbs recorded standout sales and what the latest auction results reveal about local demand.
Lake Macquarie City Council is set to formally begin its search for a new CEO while also deciding on two significant housing developments that exceed current planning controls. Read the latest.
Townsville's iconic Finnegans Hotel has undergone a $1.5 million transformation and name change to The Condo Hotel. Discover the new look and what it means for the city's hospitality scene.
Geelong's property market saw strong results in early December. Discover which suburbs achieved standout sales and what the latest auction clearance rates reveal about local demand.
East Fremantle councillors have unanimously voted to receive superannuation payments, backdated to the October elections. The move aligns the Town with larger councils.
Perth Wildcats legend Bryce Cotton returns to RAC Arena as an opponent. Coach John Rillie insists the superstar deserves a huge ovation for his historic NBL legacy. Read the full story.
A flawlessly renovated dual-level waterfront home in Belmont with 180-degree Lake Macquarie views is now on the market. Ideal for downsizers seeking a low-maintenance luxury lifestyle.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
East Fremantle Council abandons plans for cyclist boxes at major intersections after a report reveals a $480k price tag and questions safety benefits. Read why the project stalled.
Israeli military operations in Gaza have resulted in five fatalities, according to reports. The strikes targeted alleged militant sites amid ongoing regional tensions.
The City of Wanneroo is demanding Western Power relocate or bury a planned 132kV transmission line, arguing it will blight future neighbourhoods and devalue land. Read the full story.