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Shellharbour Council appoints Wayde Peterson as new CEO

Shellharbour City Council has officially named Wayde Peterson as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing extensive local government experience to lead the coastal community through upcoming challenges and opportunities.

Police hunt trio after suspicious Nowra house fire

Authorities release CCTV images of three individuals wanted for questioning following a suspicious house fire that tore through a Nowra property, as police ramp up their investigation into the concerning incident.

RSPCA closes Kurri Kurri greyhound investigation

The RSPCA has concluded its investigation into the concerning greyhound incident at Kurri Kurri racetrack, determining insufficient evidence for prosecution despite disturbing footage.

Newcastle Ocean Baths Documents Show Evidence Gap

The Friends of Newcastle Ocean Baths claim newly released documents expose critical information gaps in the council's redevelopment plans for the heritage-listed site, raising concerns about transparency and community consultation.

Barrack Point man charged over $140K crypto theft

A 35-year-old Barrack Point man has been charged following a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft investigation involving nearly $140,000 in digital assets. Police allege the accused used fake identities to drain victims' crypto wallets in a calculated sche

Sydney road rage: Man clings to moving car bonnet

Shocking footage captures a Sydney man clinging to a moving car's bonnet during a violent road rage incident in Westmead. Police are investigating the dangerous confrontation that left witnesses stunned.

NSW man charged over alleged $140,000 cryptocurrency theft

A New South Wales man faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a sophisticated cryptocurrency theft worth $140,000, with police revealing breakthrough forensic techniques led to his arrest nearly a year later.

$1M Reward in Theresa Binge Cold Case Murder Mystery

In a dramatic development, Queensland police have announced a massive $1 million reward for information solving the 21-year-old mystery surrounding Theresa Binge's disappearance and suspected murder in rural Queensland.

New Shellharbour CEO Calls Emergency Council Meeting

Shellharbour's freshly appointed CEO, Carey McIntyre, has called an extraordinary meeting to tackle urgent council matters, signalling a new era of proactive leadership for the Illawarra region.

Townsville's Illegal Dumping Crisis Exposed

Shocking discovery of construction materials illegally dumped at popular Bluewater Park exposes Townsville's growing waste crisis. Council takes action amid community outrage.

Coroner demands urgent fix at deadly Geelong crossing

A Victorian coroner has called for immediate safety upgrades at a dangerous Geelong level crossing where truck driver John Stubbs lost his life, highlighting systemic failures in railway infrastructure.

Aussie retirees wanted in Louvre art heist

A Melbourne couple, both former educators in their 70s, are wanted by French authorities over the daring theft of Renaissance masterpieces from the Louvre in what investigators are calling the art heist of the decade.

Distracted crew caused Leeuwin II horror crash

Australian transport investigators reveal how distracted crew and pilots contributed to the terrifying Leeuwin II training ship crash off Western Australia's coast, with safety recommendations now issued.

Hunter Valley woman allegedly shot dead in home

A Hunter Valley community is in shock after Rhukaya Lake, 39, was allegedly shot and killed in her own home, leaving her family devastated as police launch a homicide investigation.

Jet ski crash sparks mass brawl at Geelong beach

Violence erupted at Geelong's popular Eastern Beach when a jet ski crashed near swimmers, sparking a massive waterfront brawl involving up to 15 people. Police are investigating the dangerous incident that sent sunseekers scrambling for safety.

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