A teenage boy has died and two others are in a critical condition after a car hit a tree on the NSW Mid North Coast on Christmas Eve. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on the Great Ocean Road near Cumberland River on Christmas Eve. One person was hospitalised. Read the latest details.
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
Discover where to find the crispiest, most authentic Portuguese tarts in the Illawarra region. From Wollongong to Shellharbour, we reveal the bakeries locals swear by.
A serious multi-vehicle crash on the Mitchell Freeway northbound at Alkimos has caused major delays, with two vehicles on their sides. Emergency services are on scene. Drive with caution.
A major road near Townsville is blocked and power is out after a dump truck crashed into a power pole at Mingela. Emergency crews are on the scene.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
Three iconic Western Australian drives have been ranked among Australia's top road trips for families and couples, scoring highly for safety, scenery, and amenities. Discover the best routes for your next adventure.
Over 300 young members of Shellharbour Surf Life Saving Club celebrated the festive season with games, water activities and a foil-surfing Santa. See the gallery.
A man in his 20s has died after his car left the road and hit trees near Rich Avon East. Victoria's 2025 road toll now stands at 282. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Two men have died in separate car crashes near Gingin in WA's Wheatbelt over the weekend. Police are investigating and urge witnesses with dashcam footage to come forward.
A 22-year-old passenger has died after a Holden Colorado left the road and struck a tree on Bindoon-Moora Road. The driver was airlifted to hospital. Major Crash investigators appeal for witnesses.
Surf lifesavers from Austinmer to Kiama stood in silent reflection on Illawarra beaches to honour those killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack. The community joined for a National Day of Reflection.
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.
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.
NSW Police issue urgent plea to drivers after six fatalities in a week. Double demerits are now in force as holiday traffic surges. Read the tragic details and safety advice.
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
A man has been charged following a horrific head-on collision on Victoria's Great Ocean Road that claimed two lives. Read the latest on the tragedy.
Surf Coast Shire Council urgently requests $3 million from the state government to repair a complex landslide on the Great Ocean Road. The damage threatens the iconic route's stability and safety.
A 24-year-old Shellharbour woman has died after a 'deliberate' car crash on the Sunshine Coast. Mallee Smith was one of eight pedestrians struck. The driver faces attempted murder charges.
Two men are in hospital after a serious crash between a motorbike and a car on Welshpool Road in Wattle Grove. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
A fatal minivan crash in northern Victoria has claimed four lives and left five others, including a child, fighting for their lives. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
Lynne Geoghegan has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for embezzling nearly $2.5 million from Shellharbour Roofing Services over nine years. Read the full court details.
Police are investigating a serious collision between a motorcycle and a car on Anketell Road near the Kwinana Freeway. The motorcyclist sustained serious injuries. Read the latest details.
A man has died and two others are injured after a serious car crash on a school road in Corio. Police are investigating the incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Two truck drivers are in a serious condition after a crash on the New England Highway near Singleton. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
A 35-year-old woman suffered head and leg injuries after being struck by a Volkswagen SUV near the Shellharbour boat ramp. The driver told police he swerved to avoid a man on the road. Read the latest details.
A 55-year-old woman has died after her car left the road and struck a tree on Whettem Road in Waroona. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.