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Wanneroo Dog Ban in 20 Nature Reserves

The City of Wanneroo is set to implement a ban on off-lead dogs across 20 nature reserves to protect local wildlife. Find out which parks are affected and the community's response.

Lone Pine planted at Ocean Reef Marina as memorial

A living memorial to Australian servicemen and women, a Gallipoli-descended Lone Pine, has been planted at Ocean Reef Marina for Remembrance Day 2025. Discover this powerful symbol of peace.

Stirling proposes fishing ban at 16 lakes

City of Stirling moves to ban fishing across 16 lakes and wetlands following animal cruelty reports and RSPCA investigations. Council debate described as 'complete mess'.

Free VPN Protection for Hunter Digital Security

Hunter residents can now protect their digital data with free encryption tools when using public Wi-Fi. Learn how VPN services secure your online activities in Newcastle and surrounding areas.

Help Decide FNQ's Biggest Issues in New Poll

Far North Queensland residents are urged to voice their opinions on pressing local matters like cost of living, crime, and reef protection in a new community poll. Shape the future of FNQ today.

Surfer punches shark in Margaret River attack

Andy McDonald, 61, describes the terrifying moment a great white shark attacked his wing-foil board in WA. The entire incident was caught on camera. Watch the video.

Measles Alert: Multiple Exposure Sites in WA Regions

Health authorities issue urgent warning after two confirmed measles cases visited multiple locations across Western Australia's South West and Great Southern regions. Public health alert active.

Perth man charged over alleged grooming of minors

A Riverton man has been charged after police uncovered disturbing messages and meetings with juveniles at a northern suburbs shopping complex in what authorities are calling a serious child exploitation case.

Australia's systems failing young abuse survivors

Shocking report reveals Australia's support systems are failing young survivors of child sexual abuse, with critical gaps in services and funding leaving vulnerable youth without essential care.

45km Gold Strike Discovered in Western Australia

Exciting new gold discoveries in Western Australia's Great Southern region reveal continuous high-grade mineralisation across a massive 45km strike length, signalling major potential for the mining sector.

Taste Great Southern 2026: All-Star Chef Lineup

Western Australia's premier food festival returns bigger than ever in March 2026, featuring Australia's most celebrated chefs and culinary experiences across the stunning Great Southern region.

Townsville's Reef HQ Site Transformation - Designers Wanted

A once-in-a-generation opportunity emerges as Townsville calls for world-class designers to reimagine the city's prime waterfront location where Reef HQ once stood. The Queensland government seeks visionary concepts that could reshape the city's future.

Great Barrier Reef's spectacular coral spawning event

Far North Queensland scientists are preparing to document one of nature's most breathtaking phenomena - the annual synchronised coral spawning on the Great Barrier Reef, a critical event for reef survival and regeneration.

FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane

Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.

Camels Key to Future Brain Disorder Treatments

Groundbreaking Australian research reveals camel antibodies could transform treatment for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and psychiatric conditions. Scientists discover unique nanobodies that cross blood-brain barrier.

LNP Coal Plan Threatens Great Barrier Reef: Labor

The Australian Labor Party sounds alarm over LNP's energy strategy that prioritises coal expansion, potentially jeopardising the Great Barrier Reef's UNESCO World Heritage listing and Queensland's tourism industry.

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