Singleton waste facility fire spreads smoke on NYE
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
A rubbish fire at the Singleton waste management facility blanketed parts of the Hunter region in smoke on December 31. Follow live updates and safety alerts.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
NSW Police will deploy all available officers for high-visibility patrols across Wollongong this New Year's Eve. Minister Yasmin Catley urges revellers to celebrate safely and respect emergency workers.
Ring in 2026 across the Illawarra! Our complete guide covers Wollongong Harbour fireworks, the Summer Carnival, and live music from Royale With Cheese to Touch Sensitive. Find your perfect party.
Canberra prepares for its biggest NYE fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. Hotels with lake views are fully booked as a new $462k contract is signed. Free public transport and road closures announced.
NSW Police launch one of their largest annual operations to ensure safety at Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and Port Stephens New Year's Eve events. Plan your travel and stay safe.
Geelong police launch a major New Year's Eve operation with weapon searches and sniffer dogs to ensure safety. Details on patrols, prohibited items, and public transport changes.
Geelong is set for a chilly New Year's Eve as a cold front brings temperatures down to 11°C. Plan your celebrations with our full weather forecast and safety tips.
The Beyond the Valley music festival returns to Geelong for New Year's 2024-25. Get all the details on dates, location, and what to expect for the major summer event.
Ring in 2026 at Perth's largest-ever New Year's Eve celebration! Enjoy two fireworks displays at Elizabeth Quay, free carnival rides, food trucks, and complimentary public transport from midnight.
Sydney's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display drew record crowds and featured stunning new effects. Discover all the highlights and key moments from the harbour celebration.
Perth is set for the country's best New Year's Eve weather, hitting 35C before a perfect 22C for midnight fireworks. Meanwhile, Cyclone Hayley threatens WA's north.
A massive fire has destroyed the Sapphire Wood Furniture factory in Greenacre, Sydney. Dozens of firefighters are on scene. No injuries reported.
A leading nutritionist reveals the shocking calorie counts in popular New Year's Eve cocktails and shares simple swaps for a healthier celebration. Discover how to toast smarter.
Townsville City Council cancels official New Year's Eve events at Strand Park, citing cost and logistics. However, the traditional fireworks display will proceed as planned. Find out the details.
A man has died from extensive burns after a fire tore through a Manoora apartment block. Neighbours describe leaping from balconies to escape the fast-moving blaze. Read the full story.
The Townsville Fire are determined to avenge last season's heartbreaking Grand Final loss when they face the Southside Flyers on New Year's Eve. Can they start 2025 with a championship?
Your complete guide to celebrating New Year's Eve in Townsville. Find times for family and midnight fireworks, event locations, transport tips, and essential road closures for a safe and spectacular night.
Canberrans heading to NYE fireworks face a wet, stormy day with a high of 34C, but the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts clear skies for the midnight countdown. Plan your celebrations with our detailed weather guide.
Cairns venues are rolling out spectacular plans for New Year's Eve 2024. Discover party buses, rooftop celebrations, and fireworks to welcome 2025 in Tropical North Queensland.
Plan your Perth New Year's Eve with our guide. From the iconic Raffles Hotel fireworks to family fun at Elizabeth Quay, discover the best events and essential safety info for ringing in 2026.
A quick-thinking neighbour in Bellambi crawled through thick smoke to rescue an 11-month-old baby from a burning house. The infant was taken to hospital in a stable condition.
A brand new, vacant home in Langford was damaged in a suspicious early morning blaze. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
A newly built Spencer Road home in Langford was damaged by a suspicious fire early Monday. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
A man and woman have died following a devastating house fire in Herne Hill, Geelong. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Sunday morning.
A man is fighting for life after a severe apartment fire in Cairns. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Sheridan Street. Read the latest on this developing story.
Feeling the social pressure of New Year's Eve? You're not alone. Discover why experts say opting for a quiet night on the couch in 2026 is a perfectly valid—and increasingly popular—choice for Australians seeking genuine wellbeing.
Townsville is set to welcome 2026 in style with a massive free concert headlined by dance music icons Bag Raiders. Get ready for a spectacular fireworks show over the Strand!
Plan your New Year's Eve celebration with our complete guide to fireworks displays across Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula. Find times, locations, and tips for a spectacular night.