Energex crews face 300 threats from pets and people
Energex reports nearly 300 attacks on its Queensland workers in the past year, with aggressive pets and people posing major safety risks. Learn how to keep crews safe.
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Boy, 8, drowns in display home pool in northern Victoria
An eight-year-old autistic boy drowned in a display home pool in Kialla. His father demands pool covers, while the company insists safety regulations were met. Download the 7NEWS app.
Healthcare worker jailed for patient sexual assault
A Perth phlebotomist has been sentenced to four years in jail for sexually assaulting a patient during a fake PCR test. Read the shocking court details.
Geelong Government Worker Fights Dismissal
A Department of Families, Fairness and Housing staffer in Geelong challenges unfair dismissal after being fired for alleged misconduct. The case now proceeds to Fair Work Commission.
Ferny Creek Cricket Club's Tributes For Ben Austin
A Melbourne cricket community rallies around the family of teenage cricketer Ben Austin, creating touching gestures to honour his memory after his sudden passing.
ScaleACT Model Railway Show Turns 25 in Canberra
Canberra's beloved ScaleACT model railway exhibition marks 25 spectacular years with an expanded show featuring incredible layouts, workshops and family activities at EPIC this September.
Train Dreams: Edgerton's Career-Best in Aussie Drama
Joel Edgerton shines in this poignant Australian film about grief, redemption and unexpected connections on Melbourne's railway lines. Discover why critics are calling it his finest work yet.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dies in police chase tragedy
The NFL community is in mourning after 24-year-old Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland was found dead following a dramatic police pursuit in Michigan.
Canberra father killed in Sudan conflict
A Canberra family is mourning the tragic loss of their father, killed in crossfire during the escalating Sudan conflict, while desperately trying to repatriate his body.
Pilot killed in light plane crash in NSW Riverina region
A devastating light aircraft accident in rural NSW has resulted in the death of the pilot, with emergency services responding to the scene in a remote paddock near The Rock.
Geelong driver pleads guilty in fatal Mount Moriac crash
Sheung Yau admits to careless driving charges following tragic collision that claimed a life on Hamilton Highway. Court proceedings continue as community seeks closure.
Sydney Trains worker dies in cherry picker tragedy
A devastating workplace incident has left a Sydney Trains employee dead after becoming trapped in a cherry picker that collided with a railway bridge near Lithgow, sparking investigations into safety protocols.
Man charged in Sydney sex worker knifepoint assault case
A 25-year-old man faces serious charges after allegedly robbing and sexually assaulting a sex worker at knifepoint during a Ryde appointment. Shocking details emerge from the police investigation.
Four Dead in Queensland House Fire Tragedy
A tragic house fire in Emerald, Queensland has claimed four lives, leaving the Central Highlands community in shock as emergency services investigate the cause of the blaze.
Airdrill fined $115k over worker's crushing death
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.
Fevola Family Heartbroken After Father Keith's Death
The Australian football world rallies around former Carlton star Brendan Fevola and his son Alex following the tragic passing of family patriarch Keith Fevola.
Elderly passenger dies aboard Coral Adventurer cruise
Shock and grief ripple through cruise community as 80-year-old Suzanne Rees passes away during Coral Adventurer voyage, prompting investigation into onboard medical emergency.
Coach Mladen Iovi, 44, dies of heart attack during match
The football world is in mourning after 44-year-old coach Mladen Iovi collapsed and died from a heart attack while coaching his team during a match in Europe.
ACT moves to decriminalise sex work after consultation
The Australian Capital Territory is set to become the latest jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work after extensive community feedback revealed strong support for reform.
Jade Young's Family Breaks Silence After Bondi Tragedy
The family of Jade Young, one of the victims of the Bondi Junction stabbing attack, speaks publicly for the first time about their ongoing grief and healing journey.
Man killed by train at Adelaide crossing, services disrupted
A man has died after being struck by a train at a level crossing in Adelaide's northern suburbs, causing major disruptions to public transport services and raising questions about crossing safety.
Lake Argyle Crash: One Dead, Five Critical on Victoria Hwy
A devastating single-vehicle crash near Lake Argyle has left one person dead and five others, including two children, fighting for their lives in hospital. Emergency services responded to the horrific incident on Victoria Highway.
Tahmoor Coal Mine workers get hope with administration
Workers at the troubled Tahmoor Coal Mine have been thrown a potential lifeline with the company entering voluntary administration, offering hope for the mine's future operations and local jobs.
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.
Lizard Island death: Superyacht questioned in Cairns
Exclusive details emerge as Queensland police question superyacht crew following the tragic death of a 73-year-old woman during a Lizard Island diving excursion. The investigation continues.
Newcastle mourns teen cricketer Ben Austin
The Newcastle cricket community is in mourning after the sudden passing of 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, remembered as a talented athlete and beautiful soul.
Five-year-old girl remembered after tragic scooter accident
The Sydney community mourns the loss of young Islah Metcalfe, who tragically passed away following a scooter incident in Rouse Hill, as family and friends celebrate her vibrant spirit.
Elderly cruise passenger dies after being left on island
An 80-year-old woman has died on Lizard Island after being abandoned by the Coral Adventurer cruise ship in a shocking incident that's raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
Charlie Jones: Newcastle's Transport Visionary
Discover the untold story of Charlie Jones, the visionary transport planner whose revolutionary ideas could have transformed Newcastle decades ago. Learn why his forward-thinking proposals were ignored and what we can learn from his legacy today.
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