Babinda Pool closure fight: Councillor warns of town's soul
A Cairns councillor warns closing Babinda's iconic pool will 'rip out the town's heart'. Locals rally against the plan, fearing devastating social and economic impacts. Read the full story.
A Cairns councillor warns closing Babinda's iconic pool will 'rip out the town's heart'. Locals rally against the plan, fearing devastating social and economic impacts. Read the full story.
A damning review finds Queensland's lack of a reportable conduct scheme allowed a paedophile childcare worker to abuse 65 kids over two decades. Read the shocking details.
WA coroner urges immediate shutdown of Casuarina's Unit 18 after damning inquest into 16-year-old Cleveland Dodd's death. Read the shocking findings.
Plans for a new 79-place Montessori childcare centre on church land in Lake Heights have been submitted to Wollongong City Council. The development includes a shared underground car park and church upgrades. Read the full details.
NDIS provider MI Care has ceased operations on Magnetic Island, citing financial misuse. The closure leaves participants scrambling for support. Read the full investigation.
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
A major bushfire near Bulahdelah has burned through 1400 hectares, closing the Pacific Highway. 70 firefighters are battling the blaze as conditions are expected to worsen. Residents urged to monitor warnings.
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
A severe head-on collision involving a car and a truck has forced the closure of a Gungahlin Drive exit ramp in Kaleen. Police are investigating as debris blocks the road. Updates expected.
A major crash has closed Gungahlin Drive in both directions. ACT Emergency Services advise drivers to seek alternative routes as delays are expected for hours.
A cherished Geelong retail hub is shutting its doors, with Prospect Rentarack, Mekko Market and Cafe set to close on June 30. The owners hint at a potential future revival in a new format. Read more.
The popular Prospect venue RentaRack Mekko Market and Cafe is closing its doors this weekend. The owners hint at a potential return in a new format. Read more about this local favourite's future.
Shocking new video shows the moment a stolen 4WD ploughed through a busy Melbourne shopping centre, sending shoppers including children fleeing. A man faces court.
North Fremantle residents petition for road closures as 12-month Fremantle Traffic Bridge shutdown looms. Locals fear safety risks and traffic chaos from rat-running.
Olympic diver Sam Fricker is campaigning to keep Lambton Pool's diving facilities open after a safety inspection forced a temporary closure, impacting 70 local athletes. Read more.
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A permanent commercial fishing ban and extended recreational closure until 2027 aim to rebuild WA's prized demersal fish stocks. Find out what this means for anglers and the marine ecosystem.
A new live traffic app aims to help Perth commuters navigate the 12-month closure of Fremantle Traffic Bridge from February 1. Get real-time updates and plan your journey.
The $390 million Mt Ousley interchange project will require full night closures of the M1 Princes Motorway in 2025/2026 for bridge girder installation. Get the latest detour info.
The Sea Cliff Bridge will close this Sunday for a pro-Palestine march. NSW Police have approved the protest, with details on traffic disruptions to be finalised. Read more.
Residents in WA's Shire of Harvey are fighting to save their cherished post-swim hot chips after the local leisure centre cafe closed. A 650-signature petition has been presented to council.
An 18-year-old man arrested over a violent Black Friday disturbance at Elizabeth City Centre. Two victims, including a critically injured teen, remain in hospital. Police confirm the attack was not random.
A proposed 94-place childcare centre in Fairy Meadow requires a rule variation as it's within 500m of three service stations. The DA outlines plans for two-storey use and traffic management. Read the full details.
Early childhood educators across Australia celebrate second pay rise with up to $200 weekly increase. Learn how this historic wage boost impacts the childcare sector.
Mindarie Regional Council submits crucial applications to close Tamala Park landfill by 2028-29, addressing leachate management and odour control for northern suburbs residents.
Halcyon Horizon residents fight dangerous path closure forcing elderly to cross busy roads. Community demands immediate council action for senior safety.
A passenger has died and driver fights for life after car rolled on Hume Highway near Gunning. Second fatal crash on same stretch in two days. Read latest updates.
Canberra's beloved Poachers Pantry announces major transformation, ending smoked meat operations after Christmas to focus on vineyard experiences and farm-to-table dining. Discover their new chapter.
Two teenagers arrested after a violent stabbing at Elizabeth City Centre during Black Friday sales. One victim remains in a life-threatening condition. Police confirm it was not a random attack.
Uptown Vibes, a popular all-day dining venue in Canberra's Braddon, has permanently closed its doors just seven months after opening. Discover the reasons behind this sudden closure and what's next for the location.