Final Senate Estimates 2025: Department Heads Grilled
Department heads face the final Senate estimates hearings of 2025, with scrutiny on email transfers and over 8000 unanswered questions on notice. Follow the live coverage.
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WA Rejects 876 Offensive Custom Number Plates
West Australian authorities rejected 876 custom plate applications in 2024-25 for referencing drugs, weapons, and offensive content. Discover what didn't make it onto our roads.
Education Dept: Too Much Tutoring Harms Kids
NSW Education Department warns excessive coaching for selective schools entry tests can backfire, harming children's wellbeing and performance. Learn about balanced preparation approaches.
Hundreds of Custom Plates Rejected in WA
Western Australia's Department of Transport has knocked back over 400 personalised plate applications deemed offensive or inappropriate. Discover which requests didn't make the cut.
WA Tick Season Peaks: Prevention and Removal Guide
Perth's tick season is at its peak from September to April. Learn expert prevention tips, safe removal methods, and health risks for WA bushwalkers. Stay protected outdoors!
New Agriculture Secretary Announced After Shock Exit
Treasury official Victoria Anderson returns to lead Agriculture Department after Adam Fennessy's terminated role. Appointment brings expertise in biosecurity and drought policy.
Koala Black Friday 2025: 30% Off Mattresses
Australian mattress brand Koala launches major Black Friday sale with 30% off mattresses, sofas and bed bases. Don't miss these limited-time deals with 120-night trials.
Man rescued after being trapped under hydraulic lift in Bakers Hill
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue of a man trapped under a hydraulic lift on Tamma Road in Bakers Hill. Read about the heroic efforts that saved his life.
Home Affairs worst for bullying in government report
New 2025 State of the Service report reveals Department of Home Affairs has highest bullying rates despite improvement. Discover which agencies are tackling workplace culture issues effectively.
Mystery 'bang' in department office forces staff relocation
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney
A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.
Four fight for life after Brisbane house fire
Four people are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton, north of Brisbane. Emergency services responded to the blaze in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Thousands of WA Student Records Deleted
Massive data loss hits WA schools as thousands of student records deleted without backup. Education Department under fire for catastrophic IT failure.
Canberra hospital patients stuck waiting for aged care
ACT Health Minister criticises federal funding as 70 patients remain stranded in Canberra hospitals awaiting aged care placement. Health crisis deepens amid funding dispute.
Townsville conducts major earthquake emergency drill
Townsville emergency crews and council conduct earthquake preparedness drill. Learn how the city is preparing for potential seismic activity and what residents need to know.
Royal Perth Hospital Emergency Upgrade Faces Delays
Royal Perth Hospital's major redevelopment faces significant delays, with only 60 new emergency bays set to open in 2028. Learn about the impact on WA healthcare.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Samsung Phone Fails Triple-0 Call, Person Dies
A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.
Townsville Aged Care Patients With Nowhere To Go
Dozens of elderly patients occupy three full hospital wards in Townsville with no aged care placements available. Health crisis deepens as beds remain blocked.
Newcastle's 24/7 Vet Hospital Expands to New Facility
The Animal Referral and Emergency Centre in Broadmeadow opens a new, larger 24-hour veterinary hospital on November 19, featuring advanced CT scanning and hydrotherapy.
Trump and Greene clash over Epstein files release
Marjorie Taylor Greene breaks with Trump, siding with Democrats to force a vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein files. The public feud escalates as Trump withdraws his support.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
Top lawyer reviews 'tensions' in Canberra cardiology
A top government lawyer has been engaged to review industrial matters amid serious tensions and allegations within Canberra Hospital's cardiology department. Read the latest developments.
Hospital ED Beds Closed Due to Sewage Pipe Burst
Emergency department beds temporarily closed at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital as urgent repairs continue on burst sewage pipe. Patient services affected during essential infrastructure works.
Sewage Sabotage Forces Perth Hospital Evacuation
A major sewage spill, believed to be sabotage by a disgruntled patient, caused chaos at Perth's Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital. Emergency bays were closed for a lengthy clean-up. Download the app for more.
WA's $3.2B Hospital Blitz: 10 Key Impacts
Western Australia's massive hospital investment promises more beds, reduced wait times, and better healthcare access. Discover how this blitz transforms WA's medical landscape.
WA school bars 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote
Harrisdale Senior High School blocked a student's 'Free Palestine' yearbook quote, citing potential offence. The Education Department intervened, leading to a compromise.
Girl's femur snapped on giant 120m slip-and-slide
An 11-year-old Queensland girl suffered a horrific leg break on a 120-metre slip-and-slide. LifeFlight's rescue helicopter airlifted her to hospital in a dramatic Australia Day mission.
Car crashes through Geelong West living room
A Mazda sedan crashed through the living room of a Geelong West home, narrowly missing residents. Emergency services responded to the shocking incident on Autumn Street.
Casuarina Prison threatened by out of control bushfire
Perth's Casuarina Prison faces emergency as firefighters battle unpredictable bushfire that has burned 3 hectares. Stay alert with latest updates.
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