State Planning Commission to reject $278m Warwick Quarter
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.
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Why AI toys pose risks to Australian children
Experts warn parents about AI toy dangers this Christmas season. Learn how these toys threaten child development, privacy, and why traditional play remains superior.
Christmas warning on child grooming tactics
Child safety experts reveal how predators exploit holiday period to groom children online. Learn the warning signs and protect your family this Christmas.
Eight-Storey West Leederville Apartment Complex Approved
A new eight-storey apartment building has been approved for West Leederville, adding 36 residential units to the growing suburb. Discover the development details and community impact.
Man charged over alleged school camp sexual assault
An 18-year-old camp instructor has been denied bail after being charged with 13 counts of sexually touching children. The alleged incidents occurred at a school camp in October.
Family Apartments Proposed in Mosman Park Development
A developer seeks bonus height for a Mosman Park complex, promising large family apartments to meet unmet demand. Decision expected November 27.
Perth's 10 New Transit Precincts to Boost Housing
WA's State Government launches 10 state-led precincts to streamline housing approvals and create vibrant communities around Metronet stations. Discover the plan for a more connected Perth.
Teaching Kindness: Parents Must Lead by Example
Debbie Childs explains why parental example is crucial for raising kind children. Learn how to model compassion and empathy in daily family life.
$50M Strand Tower Seeks 10-Storey Approval in Townsville
Controversial $50 million Strand apartment development in Townsville seeks approval to increase height to 10 storeys, facing community opposition over scale and character concerns.
Public servant jailed for child sexual abuse in Canberra
A federal public servant has been sentenced to 9.5 years imprisonment for sexually abusing his niece and step-daughter in what the judge called 'abhorrent' crimes that shocked the community.
Cranbrook residents fear new housing worsens flooding
Townsville residents fight 49-lot housing development fearing increased flooding. Council meeting scheduled for decision. Read the latest updates.
High-Rise Designs Revealed for Queens Park Station
Plans for a 36-apartment high-rise near the redeveloped Queens Park train station have been revealed, promising transit-oriented living and new commercial spaces.
Five-Tower Wollongong Development Gets Green Light
A major five-building residential complex has been approved for the Illawarra Leagues Club site in Wollongong, adding 204 apartments to the city centre after Land and Environment Court decision.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
Perth's 5-year paediatric waitlist crisis deepens
WA families face heartbreaking delays of up to five years for autism and ADHD diagnoses, leaving children without vital support. Discover the systemic failures and community-led solutions.
Child Safety Inquiry Rejects Secret Evidence Bid
Queensland's child protection inquiry denies government request for confidential staff testimony. Commission insists on transparency in Cairns hearing. Read the latest developments.
WA Child Poverty Doubles in Decade: Shock Report
Western Australia faces a child poverty crisis as new data reveals the number of children living in poverty has doubled over the past decade. Urgent action needed.
McDonald's $5.5M Expansion in Cairns Suburb
McDonald's plans a $5.5 million expansion at Edmonton, creating 40 new jobs. The development application has been submitted to Cairns Regional Council.
SA child sex offender jailed after wristband discovery
Samuel Frost sentenced to 19 years after Interpol investigator spotted Australian wristband in child abuse material. AFP found 37,000 images across 10 devices.
Sydney man dodges jail for child abuse material
A Sydney man has been granted a release order after pleading guilty to accessing over 22,000 files of child abuse material. Learn the details of the case and sentencing.
$37m for National Child Safety Check System
The Albanese government invests $37 million in a national real-time checking system to prevent criminals from working in childcare, ensuring child safety nationwide.
WIN Grand redesign drops cinema, pool amid community anger
Controversial changes to Wollongong's $275m WIN Grand development see cinema and public pool removed while adding more apartments. Locals call it a 'cynical disregard' for community.
Life sentences for recruiting kids into gangs in Victoria
Victoria announces tough new laws with life sentences for adults recruiting children into violent gangs. Premier Jacinta Allan targets 'evil puppet-masters'.
Teddy Bear GPS Tracker Sparks Kidnapping Panic
A Townsville mother's GPS tracker hidden in a teddy bear triggered a massive police response after mistakenly indicating her child was kidnapped. The incident highlights technology pitfalls.
Influencer's plea after toddler's pool drowning tragedy
Emilie Kiser marks six months since her son Trigg's drowning with urgent safety advice for parents. Learn about pool fences, supervision, and preventing family tragedies.
Chalamet slammed for 'bleak' child-free remarks
Actor Timothée Chalamet faces backlash after calling a woman's child-free life 'bleak'. Fans react as Australia's fertility rate hits a new low. Read the full story.
Sporting chairman jailed for child rape kept role
Exclusive investigation reveals how Canberra rugby league referees chairman David Adams continued in role after child rape conviction. Read the shocking details.
Mount Barker: 25% Farmland Developed in 15 Years
Only 25% of Mount Barker's rezoned farmland developed since controversial 2010 decision. Explore the development challenges and future plans for this Adelaide Hills region.
Windang man jailed over child abuse material
A 33-year-old Windang security guard has been sentenced to 16 months imprisonment for possessing child abuse material after his ex-partner discovered disturbing content on his iPad.
90-Year-Old Priest Jailed for Child Sex Crimes
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, 90, receives additional jail time for horrific child sexual abuse in New Norcia and Shenton Park. Read the full court details.
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