After years of dreaming, a journalist finally gets her Balsam Hill faux Christmas tree. Discover why this premium Australian decor item justifies its cost and has become a new family tradition.
Pemberton's iconic Gloucester Tree climb remains closed, with the DBCA unable to confirm a 2025 reopening date. Key summer tourism faces uncertainty as safety upgrades continue.
New Curtin University research reveals your Australian suburb can influence your weight. Discover the environmental factors at play and what it means for public health policy.
A Bassendean landowner has been fined $17,000 for illegally removing regulated trees. The landmark case highlights the council's commitment to protecting canopy cover. Learn more about the policy.
Child safety experts expose critical flaws in sporting background checks, revealing how predators slip through the system. Learn what must change to protect young athletes.
Tasmania-born Queen Mary of Denmark includes a Sydney Opera House ornament on the palace Christmas tree, a touching nod to her Australian roots. Discover the royal family's festive traditions.
Western Australia has a unique opportunity to set the national standard for sustainable fisheries management, balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship. Discover how.
Santa's Farm in Tullimbar has opened for the Christmas season, offering families the chance to cut down their own real Christmas trees after nearly five years of growth. Local families share their festive traditions.
Geelong firefighters warn a proposed land sale threatens community safety by blocking emergency access. Learn why they're fighting to protect residents.
Mindarie Regional Council submits crucial applications to close Tamala Park landfill by 2028-29, addressing leachate management and odour control for northern suburbs residents.
A Perth father with a genetic cholesterol disorder urges Australians over 40 to get tested. Learn his story and where to find free screenings during Cholesterol Awareness Week.
Alarming lack of sun protection in WA high schools puts teens at risk. Experts call for mandatory hats and shade as melanoma risk doubles with childhood sunburn.
Australian healthcare workers join climate protests, citing fossil fuels as the century's greatest health threat. They demand government action to protect community wellbeing.
Australia faces a severe summer with extreme heat, elevated bushfire risk, and potential drought conditions. Learn how to prepare for the challenging months ahead.
Victoria Park Ratepayers Association challenges council over 'highly restrictive' tree policy for residents while 65 trees were removed from Elizabeth Baillie Park. Investigation underway.
Discover the complex pollination process of avocado trees and expert tips for successful fruit production in Western Australia's climate. Learn planting strategies now!
West Australians are urged to prepare for an elevated bushfire risk this summer. Key regions face heightened threats due to dry conditions and increased fuel loads. Stay informed and have a bushfire plan ready.
South Australian police gain stronger search powers for high-risk missing persons cases. New legislation allows entry without consent when vulnerable lives are at stake.
The Cairns community mourns arborist Jacob 'Jake' Swain, 32, killed in a workplace fall. Family remembers his big heart as workplace safety investigation continues.
East Fremantle is planting 30 native trees to replace 10 lost to the polyphagous shot-hole borer. The project is funded by a State Government grant. Learn more about the recovery efforts.
A mother and her baby miraculously survived after a tree crushed their vehicle during severe NSW storms. Over 2260 emergency calls recorded across affected communities.
A 76-year-old man has died after being struck by a falling tree during severe NSW storms causing widespread power outages and transport chaos. Stay informed with the latest weather warnings.
Speaker Milton Dick and Senate President Sue Lines illuminate Parliament House's Christmas tree with sustainable charities Country Needs People and Landcare Australia as 2025 beneficiaries.
A tree lopper has died after falling approximately 8 metres from a tree at Clifton Beach. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the man. Read the full details.
Former mayor Darryn Lyons condemns Geelong Council's floating Christmas tree as an embarrassing eyesore. Discover why this festive display has sparked community outrage.
Raymond Pecotic reveals why classic investment strategies are failing Australian self-funded retirees. Discover the new approach needed for retirement security.
A 13-year-old girl has died and four family members are fighting for life after a devastating house fire in Lawnton. Police are investigating whether an e-scooter caused the blaze.
Geelong families celebrated the start of Christmas with the city's iconic floating tree and Carols by the Bay hosted by Denis Walter. See the magical photos!
Discover expert advice on selecting healthy, thriving trees for your Australian garden. Avoid costly mistakes and ensure your gardening investment pays off for years to come.
A 100-year-old conifer that survived road construction in the 1960s now faces removal for Canberra's light rail expansion. Discover its soldier settler history and preservation efforts.