Western Australia's Parliament has passed landmark surrogacy reforms, removing medical infertility requirements and opening access to single men and same-sex couples. The long-awaited bill now heads to the Legislative Assembly.
A Canberra man's repeated rape of a customer in an arts store caused her 'years of pain' for his fleeting pleasure, a court heard. The ACT Supreme Court will sentence him next week.
YouTube will restrict users under 16 in Australia from next week, ahead of the federal government's proposed social media age verification laws. Find out what this means for parents and teens.
Mycal John Reiss, accused of trafficking commercial quantities of drugs in Geelong, has been refused bail. The court heard details of the alleged operation. Read the latest.
The Cook Government introduces new laws to ban offenders from retail stores for up to two years for assaulting or threatening workers. Learn about the crackdown on rising retail crime.
Parents buying e-bikes for Christmas are warned to check legality to avoid $818 fines. NSW power limits will drop to 250w soon. Police highlight dangers of modifications.
Fed-up Brisbane residents are using social media to identify plant thieves caught on CCTV stealing trees and shrubs in Fortitude Valley. Authorities warn offenders face hefty fines.
Queensland police have raided and shut down multiple illicit tobacco shops in Cairns using tough new state laws. Discover the impact on organised crime.
Maytham Hamad, brother of exiled kingpin Kazem, has his Mercedes G-Wagon confiscated and bail hearing pushed to February. Police allege a multi-state illicit tobacco and money laundering network.
Discover how choosing local shops this festive season directly invests in your community's future, supports jobs, and keeps your main street vibrant.
Discover how Becky Morgan and Robert Blackburn's sandwich shop Lane on Collins became a Kiama sensation, with their chicken katsu sandwich winning community hearts. Explore their journey from private dining to local favourite.
ACT police report 11 seizures of 3D-printed firearms since 2023 as experts warn Australia risks following US path without urgent uniform legislation on digital blueprints.
WA Premier Roger Cook urges parliament to pass crucial development legislation before summer recess. The reforms aim to streamline approvals and boost housing supply across Western Australia.
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Labor and Greens reach agreement on EPBC Act reforms after lengthy negotiations. Will the strengthened laws actually protect Australia's environment? Read the analysis.
Exclusive look at how Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek secured landmark environmental reforms after intense negotiations with crossbenchers. Discover what's in the new deal.
Lotterywest has terminated agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. This crackdown supports community health and integrity.
Wollongong Local Planning Panel rejects adult shop in Crown Street Mall due to proximity to church and unacceptable impact on children. Read the full details.
New research reveals most men want to intervene against workplace sexual harassment but lack training and legal protection. Discover how ethical bystander training can create safer Australian workplaces.
The Greens party has negotiated significant reforms to Australia's environmental laws, securing independent oversight and climate considerations in a political showdown.
PM Albanese's EPBC reforms, backed by Greens, face industry fury over gas project delays and red tape. Will this deal hamper Australia's productivity?
Anthony Albanese's proposed environmental legislation threatens Australia's mining success story, risking jobs and economic growth. Learn how these changes could impact the nation.
Queensland Police Sergeant Sharon Morgan shares her 7-year domestic violence survival story that now drives statewide reforms including coercive control laws and GPS tracking for offenders.
WA Premier Roger Cook declares federal environmental law overhaul could have been better for industry but praises WA engagement. Read the full analysis.
An Adelaide resident filmed a shocking public defecation incident in Para Hills. The viral video sparked fury online. Discover the local laws and community reaction.
The Australian government mandates streaming services invest 7.5% of local revenue in homegrown drama and documentaries. Discover how this boosts Illawarra's film industry.
Exclusive polling reveals 80% of Canberrans want climate impacts considered in Albanese government's environment laws, with Labor risking voter backlash in marginal seats.
Three Townsville tobacconists face 90-day closures under Queensland's tough new tobacco laws. Learn how these regulations are combating illegal sales.
A South Australian woman was ineligible for a $3.5 million mansion prize due to state laws. Billionaire Adrian Portelli personally gifted her $100,000. Discover the full story.
The Albanese government faces Senate hurdles with environment legislation as political divisions echo Rudd's climate wars. Analysis reveals falling GDP per capita and rising One Nation support.