A 40-year-old woman is expected to face court after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found 15kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $13 million, in her luggage at Sydney International Airport.
A Canberra harm minimisation leader is pushing for a review of parole conditions that ban all drug use, arguing they clash with the ACT's decriminalisation approach and risk re-incarceration. Read the full report.
Red Metal Limited accelerates metallurgical work at its Sybella rare earths project in Queensland. Large-scale column heap leach tests are now underway, with results expected to shape future mine studies. Read more.
Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
Geelong's Jasmyn Tate, 12, receives a prestigious award for her resilience through a lifelong health battle, including a rare condition and a heart transplant. Read her inspiring story.
Perth's Mt Ridley Mines will ship ore samples to a top US national lab for processing studies, advancing its role in allied critical mineral supply chains. Read the full story.
A Perth family's summer is transformed after a Telethon initiative gifts a UV-blocking pool shade for their son Toby, who has rare Cockayne Syndrome. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
St George Mining delivers its thickest high-grade intercept yet at the Araxá project, hitting 139.45m at 4.05% TREO from surface. Discover the implications for this world-class resource.
Sixteen people face a combined 400 charges after major drug raids across Townsville. Police seized meth, cash, and weapons in a significant crackdown on the local drug trade.
Repeat Cairns drug trafficker Fabian O'Hara has been sentenced to seven years behind bars. Read the full details of his arrest and sentencing here.
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, stolen property, and ammunition during a raid on a property near Tamworth. Read the full details.
A stunning Yellow-tailed Black Cockatoo with rare yellow plumage, nicknamed Limoncello, has been photographed in an ACT nature reserve, sparking massive online interest. Discover the genetic story behind this unique bird.
SA Police have launched a major investigation into an alleged drug trafficking ring following a significant seizure. Get the latest details on the operation and arrests.
Police have charged 11 people, including a former Cairns man allegedly linked to the Lone Wolf gang, over a sophisticated drug syndicate operating across Queensland. Read the full details.
Queensland Police have dismantled an alleged drug trafficking network, arresting four people and seizing cash, weapons, and a significant quantity of drugs. Read the full details.
A significant population of the ultra-rare Drosera silvicola, unseen for over 30 years, has been discovered in a WA wildlife sanctuary. The find offers new hope for the species' survival.
Lindian Resources clears a major hurdle for its Kangankunde rare earths project in Malawi, with ANSTO confirming high recoveries and a low-radiation product. Read about the implications for the ASX-listed miner.
Critica Limited has successfully produced a second high-grade mixed rare earths product from its Jupiter project in WA, reinforcing its potential as a major non-China supply source. Discover the strategic implications for the global market.
Viridis Mining and Minerals is set to secure its Preliminary Licence for the Colossus rare earths project in Brazil on 19 December, marking a key step for one of the West's largest deposits. Read the latest on this strategic development.
Perth's Linneys jewellers launched its exclusive Art Collection of 26 one-of-a-kind pieces at a Christmas soiree, featuring rare opals and diamonds. Discover the sculptural designs.
Nicola Baker from Cairns receives global recognition for her work raising awareness about Moyamoya disease through her foundation Moyamoya Australia. Discover her inspiring journey.
Two young Australian sisters with a rare sun allergy need community support to finish their UV-safe backyard sanctuary, giving them the freedom to play outdoors. Donate to their Christmas dream.
Lynas Rare Earths abandons Texas plant plans after failing to secure US government support. CEO cites 'America First' policy as key hurdle. Read the full analysis.
Yummy Snack Foods recalls two popular products over undeclared nuts and milk. Consumers with allergies urged to return items for a full refund. Check your pantry now.
Mount Ridley Mines identifies 33km of untested rare earths and gallium targets at Grass Patch Complex near Esperance, expanding its significant resource potential in Western Australia.
Lynas Rare Earths reports significant production delays at its Kalgoorlie refinery due to unsustainable power outages, now engaging WA Government for urgent solutions.
Shocking data reveals over 70% of SA prisoners used illicit drugs before conviction. Ex-inmate Merlin Faber demands reform in rehabilitation programs. Read his powerful story.
Viridis Mining secures $46 million funding package to accelerate its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, positioning it as a strategic Western supply source. Discover how this deal transforms the critical minerals landscape.
St George Mining unveils exceptional rare earth and niobium results from Brazil's Araxá project, potentially reshaping one of the West's most significant critical minerals discoveries. Read the full analysis.