Westpac vows no regional branch closures until 2030
Westpac promises to keep all regional branches open until at least 2030, ensuring continued banking services for rural communities across Australia.
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Speedway Crash Injures Nine in Regional NSW
Nine people injured after speedway car crashes through fence at Walcha showground. One man critically injured in Saturday evening incident. Investigations ongoing.
Geelong Property Market Sees Strong Auction Results
Geelong's property market shows remarkable strength with multiple million-dollar sales. Discover which suburbs are leading the boom and what it means for local homeowners.
Canadian journalist's love letter to Far North Queensland
Canadian journalist Jessica Johnston shares her transformative journey from city reporting to embracing community journalism in Far North Queensland. Discover why regional reporting matters.
Kununurra Youth Crime Shows Significant Decline
Kimberley District Superintendent John Hutchison reports youth crime in Kununurra has substantially decreased. Discover the strategies behind this positive change.
Family killed in horrific Ballarat truck collision
A family of three died after their car failed to stop at a sign in Stoneleigh, Victoria. Their 5-year-old daughter survives. Learn more about rural road safety.
Teen gets 16 years for Queensland murder
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.
South Australia's Best Honoured at Regional Awards
South Australia's regional champions were celebrated at the 2025 Regional Awards night in Adelaide. Discover the inspiring winners and their community contributions.
FNQ Regional Plan Review Extended to December
Far North Queensland communities gain additional months to review draft regional plan. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie confirms extended consultation period through 2024.
Knife-wielding teen's violent crime spree in Canberra
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.
FNQ Plan: 48,485 New Homes in 20 Years
Queensland's draft Far North Regional Plan targets 48,485 new homes by 2046. Have your say on housing and infrastructure needs. Public consultation open until Jan 5, 2026.
Climate Inaction Threatens Australian Security
Former defence chief Chris Barrie warns Australia's fossil fuel approvals undermine regional stability, creating unprecedented climate migration and security threats.
Regional & Aboriginal Women Report More Domestic Violence
WA Police Commissioner reveals increased domestic violence reporting from regional and Aboriginal women. Learn about new initiatives and support services available.
Police Predict 50% Domestic Violence Summer Surge
WA Police are preparing for a 50% increase in domestic violence incidents this summer. Learn about the Operation Regional Shield initiative and support services available.
Three dead in Victorian truck collision
Two children and an adult killed in horrific truck crash near Ballarat. Another adult fights for life with critical injuries. Major Collision Unit investigating.
Regional Tech Hubs Bridge Australia's Digital Divide
Discover how Australia's Regional Tech Hubs program is transforming digital access and creating economic opportunities in remote communities from the Outback to Pacific islands.
AFL Barwon Launches Search for New CEO
AFL Barwon has launched its search for a new Chief Executive Officer to drive the region's football and netball future. Find out what qualities they're seeking in their next visionary leader.
Cassowary Coast's bold light rail vision under scrutiny
The Cassowary Coast Regional Council is pushing for a comprehensive feasibility study into a light rail network that could transform Far North Queensland's transport landscape and boost regional development.
Hunter's Glendale Stadium Push: Regional Game-Changer
The Hunter region is rallying for a state-of-the-art stadium at Glendale, promising economic growth and world-class sporting facilities for NSW's Central Coast.
Charters Towers Business Crisis: November Liquidations Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking number of companies facing liquidation in Charters Towers during November, exposing the economic challenges facing regional Queensland businesses.
Underwear dad and sons tackle alleged carjacker
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.
RB Sellars moves HQ from Melbourne to Geelong
In a significant win for regional Victoria, family-owned business RB Sellars is relocating its entire headquarters from Melbourne to Geelong, bringing new jobs and investment to the Surf Coast region.
AFL Barwon announces major football overhaul
Geelong's regional football competition is set for its biggest shake-up in years with sweeping changes to operations, governance and competition structures.
Canberra retail theft hits 512 incidents in October
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
500 Jobs at Risk as QLD Fertiliser Plant Faces Closure
A major blow threatens Mount Isa's economy as the Dyno Nobel fertiliser plant faces potential closure, putting hundreds of local jobs at risk and sparking political intervention.
Sri Lankan AI Engineers Find New Home in Geelong
Discover how two Sri Lankan software engineers turned their AI ambitions into a new life in Geelong, contributing to Victoria's growing tech ecosystem while embracing the Australian coastal lifestyle.
Food Crisis Grips Regional NSW Communities
Soaring food prices and shrinking household budgets are creating a hunger epidemic across regional NSW, with charities struggling to meet unprecedented demand as families face impossible choices.
Murray Bridge News Editor Reveals Local Journalism Secrets
An exclusive interview with Peri Strathearn, Managing Editor of Murray Bridge News, uncovering how authentic community storytelling thrives despite industry challenges.
Melbourne's Youth Gang Crisis: 610 Members Driving Crime Surge
Exclusive: Victoria's police chief discloses alarming data showing 610 youth gang members are driving Melbourne's crime wave, with new strategies to tackle the escalating crisis.
Geelong Uber carjacking: 3+ years prison for Highton attack
A Geelong man has been sentenced to more than three years behind bars after carjacking an Uber driver at knifepoint in a terrifying Highton robbery that left the victim traumatised.
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