Jet ski exclusion zones for Port Stephens beaches
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
New data reveals Australia's laid-back approach to Christmas shopping, with 9% buying on Christmas Day. Discover the trends and total spending forecast for 2024. Plan your gifts now!
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas and New Year trading hours for Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, and IGA across Australia. Plan your shop now!
Hawaiian Airlines slashes fares from Sydney to Honolulu to just $849 return in a Boxing Day sale. Book by Dec 29 for travel in Feb 2026. Act fast – seats are limited!
Amidst cost-of-living pressures and global conflicts, celebrating Christmas is a vital act of resilience and connection for Australian families. Discover why.
Ditch the bubbly! Perth's leading bartenders share five easy Christmas cocktail recipes, from a Fig Leaf Martini to a creamy White Christmas, perfect for summer entertaining.
A baby has died after being found unresponsive in a Gawler home on Saturday night. Police are investigating but do not consider the death suspicious. A report will go to the Coroner.
Perth's festive season is in full swing as thousands of families enjoyed free fun at the Optus Stadium Christmas Festival. The weekend event featured carnival rides, Santa visits, and outdoor movies.
Unions NSW launches a holiday compliance blitz, urging tens of thousands of Hunter retail and hospitality workers to verify their penalty rates and stand against wage theft.
A 61-year-old Central Coast man has been sentenced to four years in prison for defrauding the Australian government through a scam involving visa applications and business grants. Read the full details of the case.
Forget stressful family trips. Discover how Discovery Parks — Narooma Beach on the NSW South Coast offers true relaxation for parents with kids, featuring heated pools, playgrounds and idyllic Handkerchief Beach.
Brace for a mixed bag of extreme weather this Christmas 2025 across Australia's capitals. From scorching heat in Perth to potential storms in Sydney, check the full forecast to plan your festive day.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new criminal offences for hate speech and visa cancellations in response to the Bondi terrorist attack and rising anti-Semitism.
G'day Group expands its Queensland portfolio with the multi-million dollar purchase of Lake Tinaroo Holiday Park, promising upgrades and a boost for Far North tourism.
Former US President Donald Trump announces sweeping new immigration rules effective from 7am, targeting visa-free travel and imposing stricter checks. Discover the global impact.
A Victorian man's attempt to avoid a Working With Children Check due to historical offences has been rejected by VCAT. The tribunal upheld the need for child safety. Read the full ruling.
Soul Origin's new summer menu features bold salads and fruit blends. Plus, enter to win a $4,500 Tasman Holiday Parks package by grabbing a fresh lunch. Discover the delicious details.
Heading to the NSW South Coast? Discover how Vinnies shops offer affordable summer essentials, from beach gear to holiday toys, helping you save while supporting vital community services.
The A-League launches a family-friendly summer festival with daily games from Boxing Day, offering affordable entertainment and a chance to see future Matildas and Socceroos stars up close.
The A-League's launches a festival of daily football from Boxing Day, offering families affordable, active entertainment with stadium fun, player access, and Matildas stars.
The A-League's launches a festival of football from Boxing Day, with daily family-friendly matches offering affordable, active school holiday entertainment. Discover fixtures and fun.
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
Get your garden summer-ready with TV gardener Charlie Albone's essential checklist. Learn how to mulch, water wisely, and protect plants from the scorching Aussie heat.
Discover the most spectacular Christmas light displays across Geelong this festive season. Our guide includes top streets, times, and a map to plan your magical tour.
Enter to win an extraordinary 7-night Alaskan cruise with Princess, plus a scenic rail journey and lodge stay. Experience glaciers, wildlife, and Denali. Enter now!
A landmark 20-year study tracking over 16,000 Australian workers reveals how working from home and commuting differently affect men's and women's mental health. Discover the optimal hybrid model.
Is the pressure of a perfect Christmas causing more stress than joy? An expert argues it's time for Australians to modernise festive traditions and focus on wellbeing.
A critical Santa shortage in Western Australia has agencies issuing an SOS for teachers and coaches. With under three weeks to go, find out how the festive season is at risk and who's stepping up.
A Warilla woman's Bali holiday savings were snatched by a thief who fled on an e-scooter. Jai Russell, 21, has been sentenced to 16 months behind bars for the robbery and other offences.
Scammers impersonating senior Home Affairs officers are targeting visa applicants, demanding payment for expedited processing. Minister Tony Burke urges vigilance and shares official safety steps.