Australian crypto holders lost $174M to scams in 2025. Learn essential security measures including wallet protection, phishing detection and multi-factor authentication to safeguard your digital assets.
Follow live updates as conservationists work to save unique native snakes in the Hunter region. Stay informed about local news and environmental efforts.
Roblox rolls out mandatory facial age verification for its chat function to protect Australian children from online predators. The new safety feature starts in December.
Associate Professor Tim Moore argues that child protection systems work best when designed with children, not just for them. Their insights create safer, smarter systems.
Federal Agriculture Minister Murray Watt urges industry leaders and Coalition to support government's environmental law reforms to avoid deal with Greens. Critical vote looms.
The Minns Government reintroduces amended protest laws to protect places of worship after Supreme Court rejection. New bill balances religious protection with protest rights.
Western Australian projects face 40% longer approval delays under Australia's broken environmental laws, threatening jobs and economic growth. Urgent reform needed.
Experts warn Australia's environmental laws won't stop extinction crisis without addressing human population growth and consumption patterns. Read the urgent call for action.
Australians are ignoring sun safety despite high UV levels, creating a dangerous skin cancer trend. Protect yourself with proper sun protection measures today.
A Brighton father spends $100k on home security after brazen theft, but council targets his cameras. Police use his tech to catch teen criminals. Read the full story.
Vibrant gazania flowers are creating a colourful spectacle in Jindabyne, but experts warn this invasive weed poses a catastrophic threat to native ecosystems and agriculture, costing farmers billions.
Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young clashes with mining lobby over EPBC Act reforms. Industry demands clarity on 'unacceptable impact' definition. Read the latest from Canberra.
Newcastle must protect its remaining historic retail strips through heritage conservation areas before more iconic buildings are lost forever. Learn why Maitland Road and other streets need urgent action.
Leading Australian editorial argues tech platforms must safeguard legitimate journalism to combat misinformation. Read why news integrity matters for public discourse.
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.
Discover how free encrypted tunnels like PlanetVPN can secure your connection on public networks. Learn essential digital safety tips for Australians on the move.
ASIO boss reveals foreign spies made multiple attempts to disrupt Australia's critical water, transport and energy networks. Learn about the escalating cyber threat.
A damning federal inquiry reveals how ill-prepared South Australian governments were for a major ecological and economic disaster caused by algal blooms.
Newcastle businessman Paul Parker fights for compensation after his luxury European cruise was cancelled, leaving him thousands out of pocket and questioning consumer protections for Australian travellers.
Discover how the Australian Federal Police has transformed from a traditional law enforcement agency into a crucial pillar of Australia's national security infrastructure.
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
Scientists identify the surprising cause behind Lake Alexandrina's disappearing algal bloom as weather patterns shift, bringing relief to South Australian communities.
Australia's mining sector pushes for urgent environmental law reforms before Christmas, warning that current delays are costing billions in investment and job opportunities.
Newcastle Council greenlights major coastal protection works to combat severe erosion threatening Stockton Beach, bringing hope to the beleaguered community after years of deterioration.
Exclusive investigation reveals critical gaps in South Australia's water monitoring system as algal blooms threaten drinking water safety. Government under pressure to explain missed testing protocols.
Exclusive insight reveals Australia is developing contingency climate strategies as global negotiations face potential collapse. Discover the backup plans being crafted behind closed doors.
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.
Disturbing court revelations detail how a young Adelaide boy perished from severe malnutrition while covered in head lice, as his mother faces sentencing for criminal neglect.
Discover how Hunter Resource Recovery is transforming recycling habits across the region with innovative education programs that make going green simple and effective.
Shocking discovery of construction materials illegally dumped at popular Bluewater Park exposes Townsville's growing waste crisis. Council takes action amid community outrage.