Wollongong to host dual NYE fireworks displays in 2025
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
Reach Resources finishes a 5,281m drilling program at its Murchison South gold project, targeting a resource upgrade. Assays due in February will guide 2026 plans.
Aureka Limited has discovered a new mineralised structure with visible gold at its Comstock project in Victoria, boosting its near-term production potential. Read the full story.
Kula Gold's drilling at the historic Mt Palmer mine in WA has returned spectacular high-grade gold results, confirming a large-scale 3km mineralised system. The project is now a key target amid a takeover bid. Read more.
A car has crashed into the Royal Hotel in Capertee, NSW, injuring seven patrons. Two seriously injured were airlifted. The driver, 30, has been charged.
Newcastle's vacant Queens Wharf building will be demolished from February after council approval. The site's future will involve community-driven short-term activations. Read the latest.
Western Australian gold stocks have dominated the ASX200's best performers in 2025, delivering average gains of 159.5% as bullion soars. Discover the top companies and market outlook for 2026.
Kalgoorlie Gold Mining's drilling at its Pinjin project has doubled the strike length of primary gold mineralisation to 1.1km, confirming a significant orogenic system. Read the latest on this exciting WA gold discovery.
Gateway Mining's drilling at its Yandal project near Wiluna has revealed a large-scale gold system at Mustang, with a 1.4km strike. Exploration to ramp up in 2025. Read the full story.
Townsville's historic Banks Hotel is being transformed into student accommodation, a key project in the city's CBD revitalisation. Discover the $1.5bn pipeline driving the urban renewal.
Ora Banda Mining strikes thick, high-grade gold extensions at its Sand King underground operation in WA, paving the way for major resource upgrades and extended production. Read the full story.
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.
Pacgold Limited has secured final approvals to restart gold leaching at its White Dam project in South Australia, targeting first gold pours in 2026 to fund Queensland exploration.
WA explorer Dynamic Metals locks in govt co-funding for diamond drilling at Cognac West, while new gold-in-soil anomalies emerge at Leinster and Lady Jane projects. Read the latest on their expanding pipeline.
A prominent Gold Coast dance coach has pleaded guilty to supplying cocaine, including to a minor, in a Coomera hotel. The case has shocked the local dance community.
Horizon Minerals uncovers spectacular visible gold and high-grade intercepts up to 5,848g/t at its Burbanks project near Coolgardie, boosting its strategy to feed the Black Swan plant.
Perseus Mining has refused to increase its $2.1bn takeover offer for Predictive Discovery, calling a rival Robex Resources merger 'inferior'. Read the latest on the West African gold battle.
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.
The iconic Mulletfest grand final returned to Kurri Kurri, crowning Daniel Cooper as the best overall mullet. See photos and meet the winners of Australia's premier celebration of the infamous haircut.
A 34-year-old man has been charged after an alleged assault outside a Hurstville hotel left a 49-year-old man fighting for his life. The victim remains in an induced coma.
Discover Perth's top pubs and restaurants open on December 25, 2025. From festive buffets to gourmet lunches, find the perfect stress-free Christmas feast for your family. Bookings essential.
A West Australian family discovers spacious apartment-style hotels in Tokyo, navigating solo adventures and unexpected kindness. Explore Mimaru Suites for your next Japan trip.
The iconic Mulletfest is back at Kurri Kurri's Chelmsford Hotel this Saturday for its eighth grand final, celebrating community, charity, and the legendary 'business in the front, party in the back' hairstyle. Join the fun!
Dateline Resources hits wide, high-grade gold zones at its Colosseum project in California, strengthening the project's economics ahead of a key feasibility study. More assays are pending.
Perseus Mining has launched a $21 million all-cash counterbid for Predictive Discovery, securing the target's endorsement. The move shakes up the West African gold exploration sector.
The Meow Meow Hotel in Cardiff opens next Monday, offering stress-free boarding for up to 30 cats. Read how owners overcame council hurdles for this premium facility.
Kalamazoo Resources launches a major drilling campaign to test underground extensions at its Ashburton gold project in WA's Pilbara, aiming to boost its 1.44Moz resource and extend mine life. Read the latest on this exciting gold exploration story.
Reach Resources has secured a mining lease for its Jacamar gold prospect in WA's Murchison region, boosting its project inventory to 67,100 ounces. Read more on the strategic expansion.
Auric Mining's first gold campaign at its Munda mine near Widgiemooltha has generated $16.85m in sales, banking $10.82m cash. The company now plans a second run and eyes a major pit expansion. Read more.
Zenith Minerals confirms significant gold intercepts at its Consolidated Dulcie project, targeting a major resource boost in WA's prolific Southern Cross–Forrestania belt. Read the full story.