A routine airport wait turned terrifying when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at Melbourne Airport, causing serious burns and forcing mass evacuations. Authorities issue urgent travel warning.
As e-bike popularity surges across Australia, alarming safety concerns and tragic fatalities spark urgent calls for regulation and rider education. Discover the hidden dangers of lithium-ion batteries and what experts say needs to change.
A South Australian family's heartbreaking warning after their golden retriever puppy was killed by lightning during a storm, prompting urgent pet safety advice from veterinarians.
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
A West Australian drilling company has been slapped with a $115,000 penalty for failing to maintain a safe workplace, leading to the tragic death of a worker who was crushed by heavy machinery.
Australia's new social media age restrictions have a dangerous gaping hole - and 4chan is slipping right through. A leading cyber safety expert explains why this notorious platform remains accessible to under-16s.
Champion jockey Blake Shinn provides reassuring update from hospital after scary fall from She's Got Pizzazz at Flemington, confirming he's on the road to recovery.
In a fairytale finish that captured hearts across Australia, South Australian jockey Caitlin Jones rode outsider Half Yours to a stunning Melbourne Cup victory, becoming just the second female jockey to win the race that stops a nation.
Star Australian jockey Jye McNeil faces a lengthy racing ban following his contentious ride on Valiant King in the 2024 Melbourne Cup, with stewards delivering a harsh penalty for careless riding that compromised multiple contenders in Australia's most fa
Jockey Jamie Melham delivered a masterclass in courage and precision, threading through needle-eye gaps to steer Half Yours to an unforgettable Melbourne Cup victory that left racing fans breathless.
Get the exclusive post-race reactions from the winning and placed jockeys after an unforgettable Melbourne Cup that had the entire nation on the edge of their seats.
Victoria's leading jockey Jamie Kah suffers frightening fall during Melbourne Cup Day racing, prompting emergency track-side response and hospital transfer.
Veteran jockey Blake Shinn rushed to hospital following serious race fall at Flemington Racecourse, casting shadow over Melbourne Cup 2025 preparations.
Jockey Jamie Melham delivers heartfelt tribute after winning the Melbourne Cup, dedicating his victory to his late grandfather in an emotional Flemington moment.
Australia's racing community unites in support of young apprentice jockey Tom Prebble after serious trackwork fall, with leading riders donating riding fees to aid his recovery.
A Melbourne family shares their life-saving advice after their toddler walked away unharmed from a terrifying multi-vehicle collision on the Hume Highway, highlighting the critical importance of proper car seat safety.
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.
Newcastle police launch intensive road safety blitz targeting speeding and distracted drivers in high-risk pedestrian zones across the city.
Bunbury-born jockey Damian Lane prepares for his first Melbourne Cup ride on Serpentine, fulfilling a childhood dream that began in remote Western Australia.
Kembla Grange trainer Kerry Parker faces a strategic dilemma as he weighs up options for talented gelding Sempre Forte between two major spring racing targets.
Western Australian racing legend William Pike aims for redemption as he partners with Moonwalk in the Burgess Queen Stakes, seeking his fourth win in the prestigious event after recent near-misses.
A man has been rushed to Cairns Hospital with serious injuries following a terrifying collision between an e-scooter and a car on Pease Street in Woree. Emergency services responded to the incident that has reignited safety concerns about e-scooter use on
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.
New data exposes alarming near-drowning incidents across Western Australia during last summer, with children and river locations posing the highest risk.
Reigning Melbourne Cup champion Robbie Dolan reveals his battle with racing superstitions as he prepares to defend his title at Flemington, balancing tradition with modern racing demands.
Disturbing footage of a young girl crashing into a car on an e-bike has ignited urgent calls for regulation as Australia faces growing safety concerns over electric bicycles.
Newcastle's Wallsend Pool is making waves as the first in Australia to test cutting-edge AI lifeguard technology, adding an extra layer of safety for swimmers this summer season.
Wallsend Pool becomes testing ground for revolutionary artificial intelligence surveillance system designed to prevent drownings and enhance swimmer safety.
Western Australian jockey Mark Zahra continues his golden run, steering Hotpot Observer to a spectacular Victoria Derby win at Flemington in a masterclass performance.
Cairns Post reporter Emma Cam has been honoured as New Journalist of the Year for her groundbreaking investigation into critical healthcare safety concerns affecting Far North Queensland patients.