Residents of Wye River reflect on the traumatic Christmas Day bushfire that destroyed 116 homes a decade ago. A community's story of loss, resilience, and the enduring power of memory. Read their powerful recollections.
A shark alert is in place for Nanarup Beach near Albany after a whale carcass was spotted floating close to shore on Christmas morning. Beachgoers urged to exercise extreme caution.
Travellers can save 20% on multi-day scenic rail tours across New Zealand for 2026-27. The sale runs from December 26 to January 31, 2026. Book online with promo code EARLYBD27.
Get the inside running on Saturday's Randwick meeting with our race-by-race preview and expert betting tips. Find out which horses are favoured to win.
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on the Great Ocean Road near Cumberland River on Christmas Eve. One person was hospitalised. Read the latest details.
A Perth scuba diver recounts a terrifying 10-minute ordeal with a great white shark at Ocean Reef. He was rammed into the seabed and hid as his oxygen ran low. Read his incredible survival story.
Queensland's iconic Hamilton Island in the Great Barrier Reef has been sold to US private equity giant Blackstone for a staggering $1.2 billion. Discover the details of the landmark deal.
A large great white shark was filmed swimming near the Lorne Pier on the Great Ocean Road. Authorities urge swimmers and surfers to exercise caution.
The Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars delivered signature wins under new coaches, while the Seattle Seahawks soared to the NFC's top seed in a dramatic Week 16 of the NFL season.
Stanton Kennedy-Smith recounts his terrifying drive through a bushfire inferno in WA's Great Southern, crediting his survival to quick thinking and his iconic hat. Read his incredible story of resilience.
Group 1 megastar Don Hugo is locked in for WA's richest harness race, the $1.25 million Nullarbor, on April 17. Trainer Luke McCarthy eyes victory with the Inter Dominion champ.
Australian cycling star Ben O'Connor returns home to Perth, aiming for the green and gold jersey at the AusCycling Road National Championships. Discover his quest for glory.
The Cairns diving community mourns the loss of underwater pioneer Ian 'Macca' McRae, who died while exploring a reef site. Tributes highlight his immense contribution to marine safety and exploration.
Bunbury sailor Craig Head guides his GOSH yacht to a triumphant Fremantle arrival after a brutal 23-day Southern Ocean leg, securing the team's third consecutive win in the Clipper Round the World Race.
Anthony Eriksen sentenced to 26 years for stabbing partner Lisa Fenwick more than 25 times in Sydney's Mascot. The court heard she lived in fear before the attack.
A man has been charged following a horrific head-on collision on Victoria's Great Ocean Road that claimed two lives. Read the latest on the tragedy.
Queanbeyan trainer Paul Facoory weighs up a home track run or a TAB Highway at Randwick for his mare Party It Down, who has shown strong form. Get the full preview and stable insights here.
Surf Coast Shire Council urgently requests $3 million from the state government to repair a complex landslide on the Great Ocean Road. The damage threatens the iconic route's stability and safety.
Australia's Race Discrimination Commissioner urges a unified national approach to combat rising anti-Semitism and racism following the Bondi Beach tragedy. Learn about the proposed framework.
Elite Deluxe triumphed in the Great Western final at Tabtouch Park Mandurah, holding off Aussie Gem. The win boosts his record to 9 from 14 starts. Read the full race recap.
A spearfisherman had a close encounter with a 3m great white shark at Dolphin Cove, Esperance. Authorities have issued a shark warning. Stay informed with SharkSmart.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has publicly questioned his future at Anfield after being benched, claiming he feels 'thrown under the bus'. The fallout comes as the Premier League title race heats up.
Townsville and Burdekin landholders secure $2.5 million in federal funding to combat invasive weeds and pests, protecting vital agricultural land and the Great Barrier Reef.
Blueblood filly Erin Jo, the daughter of champion mare Lucia Valentina, makes her much-anticipated race debut at Kensington for trainer Kris Lees. Can she uphold her mother's legacy?
The family of missing WA farmer Mark Adams faces the heartbreaking reality he died at sea. The 62-year-old disappeared while fishing alone off Albany.
A 60-year-old woman was rescued from a deep cave in the remote Great Victoria Desert. The incident revives the dramatic history of Empress Spring, first discovered by explorer David Carnegie in 1896. Read the full story.
Three Sunshine Coast men face hefty fines after an illegal campfire escalated into a seven-hectare bushfire at Teewah Beach. Authorities warn of permanent fire bans.
Great Southern Holiday Properties, founded by Sophie Pietersen, has won the ACCI Excellence in Tourism Award. Discover how a chat with her builder dad launched a luxury holiday home portfolio.
Greyhound Italian Stallion impressed on his 400m debut at Mandurah, winning his Great Western heat and drawing the pole for the final. Get the full race details.
A political battle erupts over Perth's $218m Burswood race track as scrutiny reveals the economic benefits were significantly overstated. Discover the real numbers behind the controversial project.