A bushfire emergency is unfolding in Perth's hills, threatening lives and homes. Residents in Jane Brook, Red Hill, and Swan View are urged to prepare to leave immediately as conditions worsen.
Illawarra Mercury's Grace Hamilton and Anna Warr recognised at Australian Community Media awards for powerful sports journalism and photography. Read their inspiring stories.
ECU's Braden Hill reassures Year 12 students that a low ATAR is not a dead end. Discover the multiple alternative pathways into university and future success.
Explore the best walking trails and hidden gem hikes around Townsville. From coastal paths to mountain climbs, discover your next outdoor adventure in North Queensland.
Ashley Charles Batson, a UK national, has appeared in court via video link from prison, charged over an alleged violent incident at Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre. Read the latest on this serious case.
New SA Museum director Dr Samantha Hamilton reveals her strategic vision, addressing past controversies and plans for the Egyptian room and back-of-house. Exclusive interview details.
An immigration guard at Yongah Hill Detention Centre required surgery after a brutal assault by a detainee. The shocking incident raises serious safety concerns.
Twelve people evacuated after a fierce fire tore through a Cooks Hill unit block. Four residents jumped from windows to escape, with five taken to hospital. Read the latest from the scene.
A woman accused of setting fire to a Hamilton bank and massage parlour has been granted Supreme Court bail to enter a residential rehabilitation program. Sharlene Williams, 37, will be under house arrest until a bed becomes available.
An elderly man and a younger woman suffered life-threatening burns in a fierce apartment fire on Water St, Spring Hill. Fire crews made a daring rescue. Read the latest on the investigation.
A Townsville mother gave birth just hours after an emergency flight from Hamilton Island during Tropical Cyclone Fina. Read the incredible story of the rescue mission.
Community letters react to the Bondi violence, debate alcohol at Newcastle Ocean Baths, and demand action on Hamilton safety. Read the full spectrum of local opinion.
Revised school bus timetables for West Dapto students cut morning travel by up to 52 minutes. Changes follow community campaign and will benefit Dapto Public and St John's Primary schools.
A cheeky platypus interrupted a historical tour at Hamilton Hume's Cooma Cottage, sparking a conversation about Australia's iconic wildlife and the best places to spot echidnas in the ACT and NSW South Coast.
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.
After years of dreaming, a journalist finally gets her Balsam Hill faux Christmas tree. Discover why this premium Australian decor item justifies its cost and has become a new family tradition.
A 40-year-old woman was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing on Union Street, Cooks Hill. She was treated for an arm injury and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
Ditch the crowded malls this Christmas and discover unique gifts at Newcastle's Clyde Street Arts Open Markets on December 12. Meet over 100 local artists in a vibrant one-night festival.
A $171 million solar module factory is set for Black Hill, creating over 100 jobs and boosting Australia's renewable manufacturing under the Solar Sunshot program.
An 82-year-old man has died after being struck by a ute in a Cannon Hill shopping centre carpark. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.
A Hamilton minister shares his experience of being assaulted twice in six months, calling for a 'net-zero policy for violence' to revive Beaumont Street.
WA Coroners Court confirms December 8 for Cleveland Dodd inquest findings. Get the latest updates on this long-awaited investigation into youth detention death.
Gold Coast accountant Cory Hill transforms into a global surf ski champion, targeting his seventh Doctor title in Perth's prestigious ocean race with a $300,000 prize pool. Discover his incredible journey.
Newcastle deputy lord mayor defends decision to delay Beaumont Street debate as MP calls it 'disappointing'. Read about the political clash over Hamilton's social issues.
The massive $1.7 billion Eva Copper Mine project secures the future of Glencore's Phosphate Hill operations, creating hundreds of jobs and boosting Queensland's economy. Discover how this investment transforms the region.
Discover the most popular cat names in Western Australia for 2025. From Bluey to Miso, see how WA's quirky choices strayed from national trends.
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue of a man trapped under a hydraulic lift on Tamma Road in Bakers Hill. Read about the heroic efforts that saved his life.
Two 15-year-olds charged with murder after 17-year-old stabbed at Sydney reserve. Police urge witnesses to come forward as families face Christmas without children.
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing a 17-year-old at Bruce Purser Reserve in Rouse Hill. The victim died at the scene despite paramedics' efforts.
Peggy, the beloved dog from the viral duo Peggy and Molly, has undergone successful surgery for a cancerous lump. Get the latest on her recovery.