WA volunteers sacrifice Christmas to help others
As Perth faces a record-hot Christmas, thousands of emergency services volunteers are giving up family time to keep the community safe. Read their inspiring stories.
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Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, honoured for health battle courage
Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, receives a prestigious award for her resilience through a lifelong health battle, including a rare condition and a heart transplant. Read her inspiring story.
Record 28 awards at 47th Newcastle CONDA ceremony
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
Olyslagers claims McAvaney award for stellar high jump year
High jump star Nicola Olyslagers adds the Bruce McAvaney award to her stellar year, honouring her world-beating 2.04m leap and world title. Discover her journey to the top.
New Sunnyboy Park Kiosk to Open at Newcastle's Foreshore
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle maritime collection faces storage crisis
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Familiar faces to run new Foreshore Park kiosk
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Potential shelter found in search for missing Belgian hiker
Volunteers have discovered a phone and a makeshift shelter believed to belong to Celine Cremer, missing in Tasmania since 2023. Police are now joining the search effort.
Geelong teacher Natasha Singh wins top 2025 award
Norlane's Natasha Singh has been named Geelong's Best Kindergarten Teacher for 2025. Discover her inspiring journey and teaching philosophy that won over the community.
Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Newcastle's maritime collection homeless as lease ends
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Newcastle author's decade-long biblical quest for St John
Newcastle author Cath Chegwidden spent ten years researching the life of St John the Evangelist. Her award-winning book, 'A Journey With John', challenges historical myths and reveals a personal family link to a local Cooks Hill church.
Newcastle actor shines in Love Actually musical parody
Hamish Pickering, a performer raised in Newcastle, lands a leading role in the Sydney production of Love Actually? The Musical Parody. He shares his journey from local youth theatre to professional stage.
Mum's autism-friendly navigation app wins national award
A Southern Highlands mother has created a groundbreaking navigation app for neurodiverse Australians after a stressful drive with her autistic son. NavinMaps is now winning national awards.
HMRI award for research transforming blood infection care
Professor Joshua Davis wins HMRI Research Excellence Award for landmark work on staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections, improving global patient outcomes. Read about the Newcastle-based breakthrough.
Newcastle West apartment block modified for market demand
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
Liberals urge council to ban Rising Tide after harbour protest
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
Albany holiday property business wins excellence in tourism award
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.
Bruce McAvaney receives World Athletics President's Award
Legendary Australian broadcaster Bruce McAvaney OAM has been honoured with the prestigious World Athletics President's Award. Read about his remarkable career and this significant achievement.
Bruce McAvaney receives World Athletics President's Award
Legendary Australian sports broadcaster Bruce McAvaney OAM receives the prestigious World Athletics President's Award for his lifelong contributions to athletics coverage. Discover his remarkable career journey.
Newcastle ferries halted, buses replace service
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Support Australia's Community Volunteers This Summer
This International Volunteer Day, Australians are urged to move beyond gratitude and offer practical support to the community volunteers who are the backbone of our towns, especially as we face another high-risk summer season.
Volunteer injured in Geelong BMW drag race crash
A volunteer marshal was hospitalised after a high-powered BMW lost control during a drag race at Geelong's Revival Motoring Festival. Witnesses describe the dramatic incident that's sparked safety reviews.
Volunteer Hospitalised After Geelong BMW Crash
A dedicated volunteer was rushed to hospital after a BMW crashed during the Geelong Revival Festival. Emergency services responded to the dramatic incident at Eastern Beach.
Parliament House guide wins top tourism award
Rosie Bruce, a senior guide at Parliament House for 25 years, has been honoured with the Natasha Watson Women in Tourism award, celebrating her dedication to showcasing Canberra to visitors from around the world.
Newcastle Christmas 2025: Shop Local Guide
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle light rail crisis with unplanned maintenance
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
Holocaust Survivor Andrew Steiner Wins International Award
Adelaide Holocaust survivor Andrew Steiner OAM receives inaugural Éva Fahidi Award, warning of troubling parallels with 1930s. Read his powerful message.
David Pope wins third Walkley Award for Gaza cartoon
Canberra Times cartoonist David Pope has secured his third Walkley Award for a powerful cartoon addressing the Gaza starvation crisis. Discover his impactful work.
Geelong playwright's new work earns award nominations
Geelong theatre star Christine Davey's new play 'The Light' receives multiple award nominations, celebrating women's stories and local talent. Discover this inspiring success story.
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