FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
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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.
4chan Skirts Australia's Social Media Age Ban: Expert Explains
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.
Toddler unharmed in Hume Highway crash miracle
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.
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.
Newcastle Police Launch Road Safety Crackdown
Newcastle police launch intensive road safety blitz targeting speeding and distracted drivers in high-risk pedestrian zones across the city.
Cairns e-scooter crash: Man hospitalised after Woree collision
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
Distracted crew caused Leeuwin II horror crash
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.
WA Summer Drowning Scare: Shocking Stats Revealed
New data exposes alarming near-drowning incidents across Western Australia during last summer, with children and river locations posing the highest risk.
Girl Crashes E-Bike Into Car in Viral Footage
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.
AI Lifeguards Test at Newcastle's Wallsend Pool
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.
AI Lifeguards Trial at Newcastle's Wallsend Pool
Wallsend Pool becomes testing ground for revolutionary artificial intelligence surveillance system designed to prevent drownings and enhance swimmer safety.
Cairns journalist wins top award for healthcare exposé
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.
Townsville go-kart track fined over safety breach
A North Queensland go-karting business has been slapped with a hefty fine after failing to update safety procedures, resulting in a teenage girl suffering serious injuries in a high-speed collision.
Police target school zone speeders on Scarborough Beach Road
WA Police launch major speeding blitz targeting reckless drivers in Scarborough school zones. Multiple motorists caught flouting 40km/h limits during peak drop-off times.
Explosive Device Review After Cobar Mine Tragedy
A devastating underground mining incident in Cobar has triggered a comprehensive review of explosive devices, while Polymetals announces controversial plans to resume operations at the site.
Townsville school bus incident: students cleared of blame
New investigation reveals mechanical failure, not student behaviour, caused the alarming North Shore school bus incident that left parents demanding answers.
University of Sydney Library Hit by Daylight Tech Heist
In a shocking daylight robbery, thieves made off with at least seven laptops and iPads from the University of Sydney's Fisher Library, leaving students and staff reeling from the audacious theft.
Childcare worker charged over alleged toddler slapping
A childcare worker in northwest Sydney has been suspended and charged after allegedly slapping a three-year-old child at a Dundas early learning centre, sparking police investigation.
Young woman killed in freak Sunshine Coast lightning strike
In a heartbreaking turn of events, 21-year-old Finley Bones has been identified as the victim of a fatal lightning strike while hiking with friends on the Sunshine Coast.
Geelong Police Ramp Up Patrols for Melbourne Cup Weekend
Geelong Highway Patrol announces major road safety blitz targeting speeding, drink and drug driving during Melbourne Cup celebrations. Multiple checkpoints planned across the region.
Redlynch State College evacuated over unverified threat
Cairns students and staff were safely evacuated after police responded to an unverified threat at Redlynch State College. Authorities have secured the campus while investigations continue.
Prison guard attacker dodges jail in Cessnock case
A man who brutally assaulted a correctional officer at Cessnock Correctional Centre has avoided prison, receiving a community corrections order instead. The decision has raised questions about justice for frontline prison workers.
Illawarra Fugitives Evade Police - Public Warning Issued
Illawarra communities remain on high alert as police continue their search for multiple fugitives evading capture across the region. Authorities warn residents to secure properties and report suspicious activity.
Lake Macquarie driver fined in police speed crackdown
A driver's lead foot proves costly during Lake Macquarie's highway patrol blitz, with police issuing fines for excessive speeding in the ongoing road safety operation.
Young Woman Killed by Lightning on Sunshine Coast
A Sunshine Coast community is in mourning after a 22-year-old woman was fatally struck by lightning during a sporting event at Kuluin. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young athlete.
Illawarra Takes Back the Night in Violence Protest
Wollongong's streets echoed with powerful chants as hundreds gathered for the Reclaim the Night march, demanding an end to gender-based violence in our community.
Truck driver wins $1.48M after crane crushing accident
A Newcastle truck driver has won a landmark $1.48 million compensation payout after suffering life-changing injuries when a crane collapsed onto his cabin at a Kooragang Island worksite.
Sunshine Coast tragedies: e-bike death and dam drowning
Heartbreaking weekend on the Sunshine Coast as communities mourn two young lives lost in separate incidents - an e-bike collision and a dam drowning.
5-Year-Old Girl Dies in Sydney Scooter Tragedy
A heartbreaking incident in Sydney's western suburbs has left a community in mourning after a five-year-old girl succumbed to injuries from a scooter crash. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young child.
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