A former police officer and Canberra residents call for community support as Salvation Army research reveals one in five Australian parents fear their children will miss out on Christmas presents due to financial stress.
Construction accelerates on Medowie's new Catherine McAuley Primary School, with a foundation principal appointed and enrolments opening soon for a Term 1, 2027 start.
A 38-year-old woman was assaulted in Burleigh Heads National Park. Police are urging two members of the public who intervened, and anyone with information, to come forward.
A 35-year-old man has died after his car left the road and hit a tree on Brand Highway near Gingin. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
The Townsville Turf Club has delivered a major boost to the Mayor's Christmas Appeal, donating a large collection of toys to ensure local children have gifts this festive season.
NSW Police release CCTV images of a man wanted for questioning over a series of linked home burglaries in Bulli and Towradgi. Items including jewellery and cash were stolen.
A Barrack Heights man with mental health issues has been sentenced for an Anzac Day pub rampage in East Maitland where he threatened patrons with a weapon. Read the full court details.
A Rutherford man has been convicted and fined after a CCTV-captured heist of magnolia and lavender plants. Police recovered the stolen greenery and returned it via paddy wagon. Read the full story.
Salvation Army volunteers in Townsville share touching stories from their charity gift-wrapping station, raising vital funds for local families in need this Christmas.
City of Gosnells businesses and community groups, including IGA stores and Masjid Al-Rahman Mosque, are matching donations and running food drives to support families in need this Christmas. Join the effort.
Two students from OneSchool Global Maitland have topped the state in HSC Financial Services. Discover how virtual learning bridged a 700km gap to deliver outstanding results.
A 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
A Berkeley woman who stole over $88,000 from a vulnerable disabled woman she was caring for has had her prison sentence reduced on appeal. Read the full court details.
A man is dead following a fatal assault at a Cheltenham home. A 28-year-old man is in custody as Homicide Squad detectives investigate. Police say the men knew each other.
A 42-year-old cyclist has tragically died after a hit-and-run collision at Nords Wharf. NSW Police are urgently appealing for dash cam footage and witnesses to come forward.
A 42-year-old cyclist has died after a hit-and-run crash at Nords Wharf. Police are appealing for dashcam footage and searching for a black Toyota FJ Cruiser. Contact Crime Stoppers with any information.
A new survey shows 75% of West Australians are open to buying second-hand Christmas gifts. Discover the trend towards sustainable, affordable giving that supports families in need.
The NSW Court of Criminal Appeal has quashed the convictions of three Sydney men for raping teens at a Newcastle bucks party. One is acquitted, two face a new trial. Read the full details.
Newcastle's 48th Bikers for Kids Toy Run saw a record turnout of 14,000 motorbikes, raising $20k and donating 5000+ gifts for the Salvos' Christmas Appeal. See the festive Aussie scenes.
Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate a 14-year-old Cairns girl last seen in Manunda on November 28. Her family is deeply concerned for her welfare.
Discover key ways Illawarra residents can support locals in need this Christmas, from donating hampers and gifts to volunteering at community events. Get involved and make a difference.
A 48-year-old Greenwood man faces charges after an alleged hit-and-run on Mounts Bay Road left a 44-year-old woman with serious injuries. Police appeal for dash-cam footage.
Residents of Maitland can now share ideas for the future of the former Maitland Hospital site. Public consultation is open until March 1, 2026, to decide on community uses for the heritage-listed location.
Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against a civil rape finding has been dismissed. The Full Federal Court not only upheld the original verdict but strengthened it, finding he was aware Brittany Higgins did not consent. Read the full analysis.
Bruce Lehrmann has failed to overturn a civil finding he raped Brittany Higgins. The Full Federal Court dismissed his appeal, upholding the damning judgment. Read the full details.
South Australian police have launched a large-scale search for a missing man after his car was discovered abandoned near a popular beach. Authorities are urging the public for any information.
Parents get first look at Thornton Public School's major redevelopment, featuring 16 new classrooms and a library, set to double capacity by 2028 as part of a $2.1bn regional NSW schools upgrade.
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.
Police reveal threatening emails are still targeting an Adelaide school more than a year after the first report. Deputy Commissioner urges anyone with information to come forward.
Hunter Valley police are appealing for public help to locate a white Mazda 4WD following five suspicious grass fires in Buchanan and Sawyers Gully. No injuries reported.