Townsville Mayor Demands State Fund Road Upgrade
Townsville's new mayor Troy Thompson demands Queensland government fully fund $50 million road upgrade for Kings Road. Local residents frustrated by delays.
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Kalgoorlie housing crisis blocks $120k mining jobs
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Multi-vehicle crash closes Newcastle Link Road lanes
Traffic chaos on Newcastle Link Road after three-car collision. One person hospitalized with minor injuries. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
SA Chief Justice Wins Court Road Safety Fight
After a years-long campaign, South Australia's Chief Justice is seeing success in improving road and pedestrian safety near Adelaide's court houses. Learn about the new safety measures.
Newcastle councillors feud over Minmi Road speed claims
Newcastle councillors clash over alleged false claims about 40km/h speed limits on Minmi Road as debate over road's future intensifies. Read the full story.
BlueScope death sparks union safety warning
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Motorcyclist's road rage ends at police station
A 62-year-old motorcyclist's road rage incident in Mildura culminated with him clinging to a car bonnet all the way to the police station, where he was charged. Watch the shocking footage.
$50M Bruce Highway Safety Upgrade for Notorious Choke Point
The Australian government commits $50 million to upgrade the dangerous Bruce Highway section at Veales Road, improving safety for thousands of daily commuters.
Hinchinbrook LNP candidate linked to $1.7m underpayment
LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook linked to company that underpaid workers $1.7 million. Read about the political implications and Fair Work investigation.
BlueScope CEOs address worker death at AGM
BlueScope's leadership addresses tragic death of young contractor Jack McGrath at Port Kembla steelworks during annual meeting, reinforcing safety commitment.
Worker killed at BlueScope Steelworks in Port Kembla
A young contractor in his mid-20s died after a steel beam fell at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks. Investigation underway as MPs call for workplace safety priority.
Townsville Road Repairs Called Election Stunt
Townsville residents accuse the Premier of politically motivated road repairs ahead of elections. Local leaders demand permanent infrastructure solutions, not temporary fixes.
Car Crash Sparks Major Emergency Response in Barwon Heads
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash, closing the road for hours. Multiple agencies responded to the incident that required extensive rescue operations.
Emergency Crews Respond to Barwon Heads Road Crash
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash. Multiple units responded to the incident causing significant traffic delays. Read the latest updates.
Gillies Range Road repairs for 19 sites announced
Major roadworks scheduled for Gillies Range Road with 19 repair sites planned. Temporary traffic changes expected during construction period.
Jetty Road traders fight for survival amid works
Glenelg's Jetty Road traders face a perfect storm of construction and disruption. Mark Raphael says self-interest is trumping decency. Read more on the $40m facelift fallout.
Ex-AFL advocate's horrific injuries after road rage attack
Former AFL Tribunal advocate Iain Findlay suffers shocking injuries in Melbourne road rage attack. Details of the assault and ongoing recovery revealed.
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.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
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.
Police crackdown on e-scooters after rising deaths
Australian police launch major safety crackdown as e-scooter fatalities surge nationwide. New enforcement measures target dangerous riding behavior.
RAA warns drivers about fake road rule posts
South Australia's RAA warns drivers about fake online posts claiming new road rules. Learn how to spot misinformation and get accurate updates from official sources.
Truck Fire Closes Geelong Ring Road, Causes Delays
A major truck fire has closed Geelong Ring Road, causing significant traffic disruptions. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
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.
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.
Bentley Pedestrian Hit: Woman Hospitalised with Serious Injuries
A pedestrian has been rushed to Royal Perth Hospital with serious injuries following a shocking vehicle collision on Lawson Street in Bentley. Emergency services responded to the incident that has left the local community shaken.
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.
Better Roads, Not Speed Cuts, Key to Road Safety
Julie Freeman challenges conventional road safety approaches, arguing infrastructure improvements deliver better results than blanket speed reductions across Western Australia.
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.
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