Australia introduces comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations requiring digital asset platforms to obtain financial services licenses, balancing privacy and compliance while bitcoin trades near $105,000.
New data reveals nearly 50% of Australian families fear putting food on the table this Christmas due to cost-of-living pressures. Learn how Vinnies WA is helping and how you can support their Christmas Appeal.
Australia's aged care system undergoes major reforms from November 1. Learn about new user-pays costs, RAD changes, and financial planning strategies for families.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud warns next year's budget will be the 'hardest ever' as council works to meet state government requirements for financial recovery.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch reveals tackling youth crime in Kununurra requires community solutions beyond policing. New approaches needed for Kimberley town.
Tamika Chesser, accused of beheading and burning her boyfriend Julian Story in Port Lincoln, revealed to be pregnant while in custody. Premier confirms special protocols for pregnant inmates.
Financial expert Fran Hughes reveals how to plan for a meaningful retirement that goes beyond finances. Learn to build purpose and connection in your golden years.
West Australian journalist Craig O'Donoghue calls for AFL clubs to pay financial tax on early father-son and academy draft selections. Read his compelling argument for fairer competition.
Kimberley District Superintendent John Hutchison reports youth crime in Kununurra has substantially decreased. Discover the strategies behind this positive change.
Learn how pensioners can earn extra income during Christmas without affecting Centrelink payments. Expert tips on work bonus rules and financial planning.
A teenager who pleaded guilty to the stabbing murder of Queensland grandmother Vyleen White has been sentenced to 16 years in prison. Read the full story.
ASIC launches new lawsuits against advice firms and a research house over the collapse of Shield and First Guardian funds, alleging failures that cost investors millions.
Exclusive research reveals 59% of families caring for a child with cancer face severe financial hardship. Discover how Redkite provides crucial support.
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.
A 15-year-old boy on bail is accused of a violent crime spree at Westfield Woden, involving a knife, attempted carjackings, and assault. He faces multiple charges in ACT Children's Court.
Geelong manufacturer Carbon Revolution battles Nasdaq delisting after compliance plan rejection. Shares plunged 30% as company faces $243.6m deficit. Read the full analysis.
Western Australia's Housing Authority faces scrutiny as it fails yet another financial audit, raising serious questions about financial management and accountability in the state's public housing system.
A violent altercation at a Northern Rivers park has turned deadly, with emergency services discovering two men with critical injuries in a suspected brawl that has shocked the local community.
Notorious conman Craig Dale faces justice after swindling a vulnerable remote Aboriginal community recovering from devastating floods. Discover the shocking details of his elaborate scam and the court's final verdict.
New research reveals exactly what Australians need to save for a comfortable retirement, with surprising figures that might change your financial planning strategy.
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.
A quick-thinking father in his underwear and his two teenage sons became unlikely heroes when they tackled an alleged carjacker accused of a terrifying crime spree across Perth's northern suburbs.
A Sydney family has been left terrified after their Greenacre home was sprayed with bullets overnight. Police are hunting for multiple suspects in what appears to be a targeted shooting.
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
A major police operation in Townsville has resulted in multiple arrests, including one man facing serious domestic violence and fraud allegations as authorities ramp up efforts to combat crime.
Meet Natasha, a 28-year-old Australian who's cracked the code to financial freedom. With $310,000 in shares and a seven-figure net worth, she shares the powerful yet simple wealth-building strategies that transformed her financial future.
Ex-rugby league player Trent Merrin faces serious charges after allegedly stealing cryptocurrency worth $140,000 in a shocking Wollongong case that bridges sports and digital crime.
Education Minister Yvette Berry addresses community concerns after Gungahlin United's sudden collapse, revealing government was unaware of financial troubles until final hours.
In a major cross-state operation, Australian police have seized 268kg of illicit drugs and charged eighteen people, dealing a massive blow to organised crime networks.
Soaring food prices and unaffordable rentals are pushing Christmas celebrations out of reach for many Western Australian families, with charities reporting unprecedented demand.