Man seriously injured diving off Shoal Bay jetty
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
A touching video from the Boddington bushfire shows volunteer firefighters giving water to two rescued joeys. The blaze burnt over 4100 hectares. Watch the wholesome moment.
Police appeal for public help to locate an elderly woman missing from Swansea. Follow live updates on this breaking news and other local stories from the Newcastle Herald.
A man was rescued from the water near Towradgi Beach after a recreational boat crew spotted him. Marine Rescue NSW urges all boaters to maintain a proper lookout and ensure their vessels are seaworthy.
Police renew search for a woman missing in remote South Australia. Concerns mount as authorities seek public help to locate her. Follow the latest updates.
A quick-thinking neighbour in Bellambi crawled through thick smoke to rescue an 11-month-old baby from a burning house. The infant was taken to hospital in a stable condition.
Police hold grave concerns for Trisha Graf, 41, missing in the SA outback for over two weeks. Her car was found abandoned near Blue Dam. Aerial search efforts have now resumed.
A Cairns apartment manager who assaulted elderly residents has had his jail sentence overturned on appeal. Read the full details of the shocking case and the court's decision.
A vital Queensland Government air rescue helicopter has been grounded due to staff shortages, raising serious concerns for emergency response capabilities in the region.
Six people were rescued in separate incidents across Victoria's waterways on Christmas Day, including paddleboarders blown 10km out to sea. Authorities urge water safety as summer risks rise.
A woman and a teen endured a frightening 18km paddleboard drift from Portarlington to Werribee on Christmas Day. Read about their dramatic rescue and essential water safety tips.
A 77-year-old woman has tragically died after being reversed over by her own Volkswagen in a Sunshine Coast car park just days before Christmas. Witnesses rushed to help. Read the full story.
As loneliness peaks for seniors during the holidays, experts from Warrigal and a clinical psychologist share simple, powerful gestures to make a real difference in your community.
A Cairns security guard and self-defence teacher has been sentenced to six years in prison for the sexual assault of an unconscious woman. Read the full court report.
Four workmates were rescued by a ferry skipper after their boat capsized off Hillarys on Monday evening. Read the dramatic details of their 45-minute ordeal.
An urgent search is underway for Barry, 78, missing from Cliftleigh. Follow live updates and learn how you can help. The community is urged to report any sightings.
SA Police Commissioner apologises to the family of Bonita Herewane for failures in the 2009 death investigation. Read the full statement and the family's response.
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.
A Shell Cove handyman has pleaded guilty to a violent home invasion where he and a serving police officer stole $100,000 from an elderly man. The victim was bound and kicked during the ordeal.
A yacht skipper was rescued by Marine Rescue NSW after suffering an eye injury and losing steering off the coast near Port Stephens. The seven-hour overnight mission brought them safely to shore.
Police provide a tragic update after a woman's body was discovered in a vehicle parked outside a South Coast station. Investigations are ongoing.
Dozens of elderly patients in Townsville are stranded in a medical ward, unable to be discharged due to a severe shortage of aged care beds. Their plight highlights a growing national crisis.
A 48-year-old woman was discovered deceased in a parked vehicle outside the Lake Illawarra police station. Police believe she may have been there for three days. A critical incident has been declared.
A dramatic early morning rescue saved five people and a blue heeler puppy after their vessel began sinking 30 nautical miles off the Queensland coast near Ayr. All were winched to safety and are in good health.
A dramatic marine rescue unfolded near Townsville as the RACQ CQ Rescue helicopter saved five people from a capsized boat. Read the full story of the emergency operation.
A 28-year-old FIFO worker faces court, accused of violently carjacking a 74-year-old woman on a busy Perth road. Read the shocking details of the alleged attack.
A 60-year-old woman was rescued from a deep cave in the remote Great Victoria Desert. The incident revives the dramatic history of Empress Spring, first discovered by explorer David Carnegie in 1896. Read the full story.
Geelong police charge man and arrest teenager following alleged assault on disabled woman at Waurn Ponds station. Community urged to report information.
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Queensland Police issue urgent warning about travelling roof scammers targeting elderly residents. Learn how to protect yourself from fraudulent home maintenance schemes.