Tropical Cyclone Hayley is forecast to hit the Kimberley coast as a severe Category 3 system. Urgent warnings are in place for communities to prepare or evacuate immediately. Follow official advice.
Broome and Kimberley residents are on alert as Tropical Cyclone Hayley intensifies, bringing damaging winds and heavy rain. Prepare now and follow official warnings.
Residents in Broome and Derby are urged to prepare immediately as Tropical Low 08U intensifies into a cyclone, forecast to make landfall on Tuesday with damaging winds and heavy rain.
Townsville residents are facing crippling insurance hikes despite a federal reinsurance pool, with some premiums doubling. Experts warn the scheme isn't working as intended. Read the full investigation.
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages and friend requests from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read her story.
The Bruce Highway south of Cairns has fully reopened after an $80 million repair project to fix extensive cyclone damage. The vital transport link is now safer and more resilient for Far North Queensland.
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read the full story.
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
Perth parents are urged to avoid popular gifts like e-scooters and toys with button batteries this Christmas due to serious safety risks. Learn which products to steer clear of.
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
A Townsville mother gave birth just hours after an emergency flight from Hamilton Island during Tropical Cyclone Fina. Read the incredible story of the rescue mission.
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
Beau Bradford, 15, died after being struck by an object on a Surfers Paradise construction site. The tragedy has sparked calls for improved workplace safety.
Child safety experts reveal how online predators are targeting children during holidays. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your family this Christmas.
WA Premier Roger Cook faces criticism over VacSwim program cuts as state records 27 drownings this season. Government maintains focus on school-based swimming lessons.
Five boys had a lucky escape after a jumping castle was lifted by strong winds in Sydney's southwest. Four were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
A Redfern e-bike fire becomes NSW's 100th lithium-ion battery blaze this year, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire authorities about the technology experts admit we don't fully understand.
A 15-year-old Beechworth Secondary College student suffered crushed hand and severed fingertips in workshop accident. WorkSafe charges Education Department with safety breaches.
UNSW researchers recommend trialling 30km/h zones in Canberra's high-pedestrian areas. Discover how lower speeds combined with education could transform road safety.
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
Berkeley River Lodge co-owner reveals the East Kimberley resort was uninsured when Tropical Cyclone Fina caused catastrophic damage. Three villas are beyond repair.
A group of regular swimmers, including Gerringong Surf Club members, rescued a man from a dangerous rip at Werri Beach. The incident highlights growing water safety concerns.
The Queensland Reconstruction Authority launches investigation into Cairns Regional Council's handling of cyclone recovery funds. Stay informed about the audit findings.
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are national hotspots for dog attacks on postal workers, with Australia Post reporting over 1190 incidents in six months. Secure your dog to protect posties.
Protect your travels with fire-retardant bags for lithium batteries. Find the FirePro bag at Bunnings for $18.93. A must-have for responsible Australian travellers.
Mount Duneed residents demand immediate action on Boundary Road's dangerous truck traffic after multiple near-misses. Locals fear for children's safety as heavy vehicles dominate residential streets.
Tropical Cyclone Fina, a category 3 system, has directly hit the remote Berkeley River Lodge in the Kimberley. Destructive winds up to 279km/h threaten lives. Stay informed with the latest emergency updates.
Category 3 Cyclone Fina has made landfall in the Kimberley, bringing destructive winds and torrential rain. Residents urged to shelter immediately as the emergency warning remains in effect.