A significant weather system brings widespread rain to Queensland and northeast NSW from Friday to Sunday, with severe storm risks including flash flooding and hail. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Public court listings for Geelong County Court on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, have been published. Stay informed about local legal proceedings and public records.
The ACT government has halted payment on the troubled $64 million MyWay+ ticketing system and is seeking legal advice over contract compliance issues following a damning report.
Townsville District Court delivers justice on November 11 with multiple sentencings and case resolutions. Get the latest court updates and legal proceedings from North Queensland.
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
Thirroul Bowling Club members are raising their glasses after the federal government announced a freeze on draught beer tax, providing much-needed relief for local clubs and pubs across Australia.
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
The Cairns District Court prepares for its November sittings, bringing crucial legal proceedings and judicial services to the Far North Queensland community from November 6.
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
A significant rain and storm system is set to sweep across large portions of Australia, bringing much-needed rainfall to drought-affected areas while raising flood concerns in others. Meteorologist Jane Bunn provides detailed forecasts.
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
The Cairns District Court convenes this November to address a docket of local cases, from serious assaults to commercial disputes, as Queensland's justice system continues its regional circuit.
A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.
Major reforms to Australia's aged care system could see changes to how at-home care services are funded, potentially affecting out-of-pocket expenses for seniors and their families.
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel has publicly apologised after Canberra's MyWay smartcard system experienced a major failure, leaving commuters stranded and frustrated across the capital.
Major changes to family trust distribution taxes are coming in 2025. Our comprehensive guide breaks down the new rules and how they'll impact your financial planning.
Western Australian shipbuilder Austal takes control of design work for the Australian Army's troubled Landing Craft project, aiming to get the critical $2 billion defence program back on track after significant delays and budget concerns.
The Australian Taxation Office is urgently closing loopholes in work-from-home expense claims after discovering widespread over-claiming by remote workers across the country.
The Cairns District Court convenes for two weeks of crucial hearings, tackling serious criminal matters and delivering justice for Far North Queensland communities.
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Financial advisers are cashing in on Australia's complex welfare system as desperate pensioners seek help navigating Centrelink's confusing rules and poor communication.
A Western Australian man who sliced a sleeping man's neck down to the bone in a horrific Albany attack has been sentenced to prison. The shocking details of the unprovoked assault revealed in court.
A heated debate erupts as experts challenge Saul Eslake's analysis of Western Australia's GST deal, revealing deeper economic tensions affecting every Australian taxpayer.
Western Australia could soon implement a groundbreaking national pilot program called DV Notify, designed to protect victims of domestic violence through real-time alerts to police when perpetrators are released from custody.
West Australian Premier Roger Cook and Treasurer Rita Saffioti are racing to Canberra for emergency GST talks with Anthony Albanese, despite previous assurances the tax system wouldn't change. The high-stakes meeting has sparked concerns about WA's financ
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
After years of personal struggles, acclaimed Indigenous actor Hunter Page-Lochard is finally telling the stories he was destined to share, embracing his cultural heritage and making waves in Australian television and film.
A West Australian Supreme Court judge faces 14 crucial questions while deliberating the fate of David Pye, accused of murdering his ex-partner. Discover the complex legal reasoning behind this high-profile case.
Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.
Perth-based artist Cher Van Schouwen reveals her breathtaking new Australian landscape collection, a labour of love that took twelve months to complete and celebrates WA's unique natural beauty.