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.
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
A Canberra father turned to artificial intelligence to prove erratic traffic lights caused his crash. His four-month repair saga highlights a bureaucratic battle with the ACT government. Read the full story.
Newcastle bus drivers have voted down a proposed enterprise agreement after nearly a year of negotiations, leading to renewed industrial action and service disruptions. Read the latest on the pay and conditions dispute.
Major Canberra light rail construction will close parts of Northbourne Avenue and the city centre for weeks this summer. Get all the key dates, detours, and transport changes you need to know.
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.
Billionaire-backed Ivanhoe Atlantic secures crucial rail access in Liberia, paving the way for its Guinea iron ore project. Construction is slated for early 2026. Read the latest.
WA's corruption watchdog issues a stark warning after a senior Perth rail manager helped a friend's company win taxpayer-funded work. Read the full report.
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.
American West Metals will launch a major drill program in Utah targeting critical gallium and indium, following high-grade discoveries. Read about the push for US mineral security.
Striking rail workers at Downer's Cardiff workshop plan to continue industrial action through Christmas, seeking a 21.5% pay rise over four years. Read the latest on the dispute.
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.
Talison Lithium confirms it will not reopen the Bunbury to Greenbushes rail line, opting for road transport. The decision impacts local infrastructure plans and lithium supply chains. Read the full analysis.
Newcastle Council moves to acquire three parcels of land, marking a major milestone for the 32-kilometre Richmond Vale Rail Trail. The shared path will connect Kurri Kurri to Hexham, offering a safe alternative to major highways.
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.
PM Anthony Albanese reaffirms his passion for high-speed rail but reveals little on funding the crucial Sydney to Newcastle leg. Get the latest on the $70m development phase and the 2037 target.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Illawarra Hawks confront a crucial NBL showdown against South East Melbourne Phoenix without Jonah Bolden, vowing to turn adversity into motivation for a vital home win.