Speers Point couple Tim Binns and Frances Beaumont forced to retire their yacht Titoki from the Sydney to Hobart due to multiple defects and a battery fire. Read their story and see how other local boats are faring.
New research reveals the true cost of a Perth home over 25 years can double the price tag. Expert warns against overpaying in competitive market. Learn the full financial commitment.
Two 15-year-old girls arrested over alleged assault of a 13-year-old at Mordialloc Beach. Police seek witnesses and the man who intervened. Incident followed chaotic teen brawl at same location.
A desperate search for a 34-year-old fisherman missing from Shell Cove's Bushrangers Bay has been scaled back. Emergency services combed the area for two days without success.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
Queensland deploys new speed and red-light cameras at high-risk locations to combat a road safety crisis. See the full list of targeted intersections and highways.
A 37-year-old father is in stable condition after a brazen shooting on a coastal road near Geelong. Police are investigating the targeted attack. Read the latest.
Canberra tennis player Ashleigh Simes has won a place in the Australian Open's Million Dollar One Point Slam. The 22-year-old will compete for a $1m prize against stars like Djokovic and Sabalenka.
For years, a mysterious rocky path at Broulee's Barlings Beach puzzled locals. Tim the Yowie Man investigates and uncovers its surprising 1980s origins. Read the full story.
A Groodle named Olive had a heart-stopping face-to-face meeting with a tiger shark in shallow water at a popular Perth dog beach. Drone footage captured the incredible moment, sparking calls for warning signs. #Perth #SharkSafety
A 23-year-old man is assisting police after a dramatic pursuit through Cessnock's wine country, involving road spikes and a police dog squad. Read the full details of the incident.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
Meet Zeus, the seven-month-old black Labrador from the Hunter region being raised to become a seeing eye dog for Vision Australia. Discover how volunteer carers are shaping his future.
A deadly canine parvovirus outbreak is spreading across the Illawarra, claiming one puppy's life. Vets warn the soil-borne virus can linger for years. Protect your pet now.
A drone captured a terrifying moment as a dog came face-to-face with a tiger shark in shallow water at Whitfords Dog Beach. The owner calls for warning signs. Read the full story.
Lake Macquarie Council reports a brazen theft of 23 heavy sandstone blocks from The Esplanade. The $10,000 loss prompts a police investigation and a call for public dashcam footage.
John Hanscombe draws parallels between Pacific cargo cults and failed Australian projects, questioning the promised economic 'cargo' of Tasmania's new stadium. Will history repeat? Share your view.
A 39-year-old woman has died after a violent dog attack in her Whyalla home. The pitbull mastiff cross was seized and euthanised. Read the latest details.
The mother of Wellington Point State High School graduate Joshua Kai Belden thanks the community for support after his sudden death. Tributes flow for the 18-year-old. Read more.
Australian vet Dr Chris Brown has debunked the common 'seven-year' rule for dogs, sharing a more accurate ageing guide. Discover the real calculation and other pet care myths busted.
A South Australian woman has died after being attacked by her own dog in Whyalla Stuart. Emergency services responded but could not save her. The incident is under investigation.
The insurance cost for the Lake Macquarie City Council arson attack has surged to $41 million, with court revelations of a 'big developer' connection. Staff may not return until 2027.
A frantic community search for a missing German shepherd named Arnie ended in heartbreak. The dog's owner now faces charges as volunteers reveal the costly 'wild goose chase'.
A Queensland man faces amended animal cruelty charges after his dog was found dead in his ute, which he had falsely reported stolen. He could face up to seven years in jail.
Wanneroo Council has passed new rules requiring dogs to be on-lead in 18 nature reserves from March. Find out which parks are affected and the $200 fines for non-compliance.
A major rebuild of South Australia's iconic Dog Fence is halfway complete, protecting the $4bn livestock industry. Yet, wild dog attacks remain a critical issue in one region. Read the latest update.
New Painted Dog Research poll shows Basil Zempilas has barely shifted the dial for the WA Liberals, while Premier Roger Cook faces voter anger on cost of living. Full analysis inside.
Tasmania's parliament has approved the contentious $1.13 billion Macquarie Point stadium, a key condition for the state's entry into the AFL and AFLW in 2028. The divisive project now moves forward.
A pet dog was taken by a crocodile from a beach at a popular Far North Queensland resort. Authorities warn visitors to remain vigilant in croc country.
ACT Police are searching for six teenagers after a staff member at a Tuggeranong nail salon sustained serious facial injuries in an alleged dispute over unpaid services. Images of two girls have been released.