Townsville man sentenced for drug possession
Jaron John Bradley Vickers has been sentenced in the Townsville Supreme Court for possessing dangerous drugs. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
Jaron John Bradley Vickers has been sentenced in the Townsville Supreme Court for possessing dangerous drugs. Read the full details of the case and the court's decision.
A teenage girl has been taken to Fiona Stanley Hospital with non-life threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle near a Zambrero restaurant in Myaree. Read the latest on the incident.
A bizarre hoax call in Grovedale sparked a major emergency response, wasting critical police and ambulance resources. Authorities are urging the public to report responsibly.
Perth Wildcats coach John Rillie says his team is ready to prove they've learned from their last defeat to Melbourne United. Can they turn the tables in the NBL?
A Perth man is accused of a terrifying carjacking after tricking a woman with a fake hitchhiking story. The incident occurred in East Victoria Park. Read the full details.
A 40-year-old woman was hit by a car at a pedestrian crossing on Union Street, Cooks Hill. She was treated for an arm injury and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
Mycal John Reiss, accused of trafficking commercial quantities of drugs in Geelong, has been refused bail. The court heard details of the alleged operation. Read the latest.
The NSW government has secured a site for a new ambulance station at North Rothbury, part of five promised for the Hunter region to address chronic need. Paramedics welcome the move but say it's a decade overdue.
A controversial move to dismiss WA's Electoral Commissioner, Robert Kennedy, was dramatically paused just hours before a crucial vote. Discover the political manoeuvring and what it means for the state's electoral integrity.
Parking revenue at Hunter New England health facilities jumped to over $6 million last financial year. The NSW Opposition criticises the increase as a 'cash grab' on patients and staff.
Firefighters have contained a serious house fire on Reen Street in St James after reports of explosions. Emergency services remain on scene. Read the latest.
A 45-year-old man has died and a 19-year-old is seriously injured after a retaining wall collapsed at a West End construction site. Emergency crews worked for over an hour to free the trapped teen. Read the latest on this developing story.
Uranium developer Deep Yellow names Rio Tinto's Greg Field as new MD, following investor unrest over John Borshoff's departure. Read the full story.
Uranium miner Deep Yellow names ex-Rio Tinto MD Greg Field as CEO, replacing John Borshoff after investor unrest. Field to focus on Tumas and Mulga Rock projects. Read more.
A woman in her 20s has died and a man was injured in a vicious dog attack in Fitzroy Crossing. Police and rangers are investigating the tragic incident.
Hunter Region faces extreme fire danger on summer's first day. Stay updated on weather alerts, hospital wait times, and local news affecting Newcastle communities.
A 60-year-old woman was rescued in a complex 12-hour operation after falling eight metres into a remote WA cave system. Read about the incredible multi-agency effort.
A 17-year-old motorcyclist is fighting for life after running a red light and colliding with a car in Adamstown Heights during severe storms. Read the latest on this developing story.
A 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his dirt bike at Dimond Brothers Reserve in Horsley. He was airlifted to a Sydney hospital in a serious condition.
WA Government to extend planning controls along Fremantle train line for medium to high-density housing. Local councils express concern over existing plans being overridden.
Discover the hidden underwater world of Magnetic Island with biologist John K. Reed's groundbreaking marine life guide. Explore 400+ species in this comprehensive local resource.
Two teenage boys are in hospital, one fighting for life, after a dirt bike collided with five vehicles in Adamstown Heights. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
Emergency services respond to serious crash in Willetton where a person remains trapped in their vehicle after colliding with a tree. Rescue operation underway.
Newcastle residents demand council action on Beaumont Street anti-social behaviour. Read about the community's frustration and the debate over spending priorities in our latest report.
Senior defence official John Chandler warns Australia's Virginia-class submarine acquisition faces significant risks and delays. Learn about the challenges facing AUKUS.
A motorcycle rider is in a critical condition after a collision on City Road, Newcastle. Police confirm a crime scene is established as traffic faces major delays. Avoid the area.
Brad Smith's heartbreaking love letter to his wife and twin daughters before dying from brain cancer. A story of love, family and legacy in Newcastle.
Newcastle police seek public assistance to locate Sunny, 30, last seen at John Hunter Hospital. Follow live updates and contact authorities with information.
Hundreds of Townsville teachers join state-wide strike over stalled pay talks. Education Minister dismisses action as union demands government negotiation.
A man has died after being pulled from unpatrolled waters at Surfers Paradise. Lifesavers performed extensive CPR for over 20 minutes but couldn't revive him.