Kiama aged care home fire exit safety failures
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
Emergency services responded to Kiama's Pheasant Point Drive after a man's body was discovered near the ocean pool. Police have established a crime scene as investigations continue.
New Kiama MP Katelin McInerney uses maiden speech to advocate for sustainable development with proper infrastructure, not just housing. Read her vision for the Illawarra region.
Kiama's Mayor condemns a state government move to approve a 14-storey apartment block, arguing it overrides local community planning. Read the full story.
A Kiama man found with over 1kg of 'bute' has failed to overturn his conviction for commercial drug supply, despite arguing it was for personal use. Read the full court ruling.
A $4.8 million Set for Life lottery ticket bought in Kiama remains unclaimed after nearly a year. The mystery winner could be receiving $20,000 monthly. Check your old tickets now!
Newcastle residents are divided over a controversial plan to rename a Stockton street after Adolphe, with critics calling it insensitive and supporters defending historical accuracy.
Damien Lane reveals his concerns about the short trip as Oakfield Saturn aims to return to winning form at Gosford races. Get the inside scoop on the trainer's tactical approach.
Damien Lane reveals his tactical concerns as Oakfield Saturn prepares for a challenging 1200m showdown at Gosford. Can the promising galloper overcome the short distance and reclaim victory?
Disgraced former politician Gareth Ward launches appeal against conviction for sexual assault charges, claiming verdict was 'unreasonable' and fighting to clear his name.
A major transformation is coming to Kiama as plans for 450 new apartments across eight storeys get the green light, promising to reshape the coastal town's landscape and address housing demands.
Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.
Bunbury-born jockey Damian Lane prepares for his first Melbourne Cup ride on Serpentine, fulfilling a childhood dream that began in remote Western Australia.
Kiama Council boosts parking enforcement with new hires to tackle congestion and improve compliance across the popular coastal destination.
Australian Open tennis star Danielle Collins captures global attention with her no-filter dating profile that's winning hearts online during her final tournament season.
Local Kiama writer James Dunbar releases his debut psychological thriller 'Twisted River', a chilling tale of family secrets and murder set against the stunning Illawarra coastline.
Townsville's iconic Flinders Lane is set for a dramatic makeover following the runaway success of its new underground bar, with council planning major upgrades to pedestrian access and nightlife infrastructure.
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward begins two-year prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage boy and a young man while serving as MP.
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward receives 5-year, 9-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.
The beloved Kiama Folk Festival has been cancelled after 27 years due to the council's new camping restrictions at showgrounds, leaving the community and organisers devastated.
Wagga trainer Maddison Collins is cheering on her sister Faith as the young apprentice jockey seeks her maiden race win in an emotional family showdown at Murrumbidgee Turf Club.
Discover how Newcastle's revolutionary Hunter Community Services Hub is transforming social support through collaborative services and Indigenous cultural recognition.