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.
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.
Workers at the Tahmoor coal mine in NSW were left without pay as the mine operator pointed to the Diwali holiday as the cause, sparking outrage from unions and the Indian community.
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.
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.
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.
Heartbreaking weekend on the Sunshine Coast as communities mourn two young lives lost in separate incidents - an e-bike collision and a dam drowning.
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.
A devastating West Perth collision claims the life of an Australia Post worker, with police investigating whether the involved ute had been in an earlier crash. The tragic incident has left the community in mourning.
A young girl remains in serious condition following a horrific scooter crash in Sydney's western suburbs, sparking urgent safety warnings from emergency services.
A fatal collision in West Perth has claimed the life of a Startrack worker, with police revealing the driver may have been involved in a separate incident moments before the tragedy.
Prison officers at a Newcastle correctional facility have taken strike action after a convicted criminal received what they describe as a 'slap on the wrist' for assaulting multiple officers, raising concerns about workplace safety and judicial consequenc
Correctional officers across multiple NSW prisons have launched immediate strike action after a disciplinary ruling that found officers used 'reasonable force' during a violent inmate incident, sparking safety concerns across the state's prison system.
Wollongong Harbour faces environmental concerns as a potentially harmful red algae bloom appears, prompting water safety warnings and community questions about marine health.
A violent altercation at Lake Macquarie has left one man with serious injuries while another faces court proceedings. Police responded swiftly to the incident that has rattled local residents.
A Gold Coast aged care worker faces serious allegations after being accused of systematically stealing thousands from an elderly dementia patient in a disturbing breach of trust.
A man has sustained life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Earlville, with emergency services rushing to the scene on Friday afternoon. The shocking incident has left the Cairns community reeling.
A devastating incident at a T20 cricket warm-up in Ferntree Gully has claimed the life of a teenage player, sending shockwaves through the sporting community.
A North Queensland man is battling life-threatening injuries after his vehicle collided with a cow on a dark regional road. The shocking incident has raised serious concerns about road safety in rural areas.
A Perth housing development faces scrutiny as authorities question whether adequate bushfire protection measures have been implemented for future residents.
A devastating incident in Byron Bay has left one pedestrian dead after being struck by a van, while separate reports emerge of a young boy fleeing from a suspicious ute in what appears to be a stranger danger incident.
ACT Government deploys dedicated transit officers to crack down on fare evasion and anti-social behaviour on Canberra's public transport network.
A Canberra motorist has been charged after allegedly performing a Nazi salute outside a synagogue following a road rage confrontation. The disturbing incident has sparked community outrage.
A powerful US Virginia-class nuclear submarine has arrived in Western Australia amid reassurances from AUKUS leadership about radiation risks and local safety protocols.
The founder of a popular NSW festival is challenging police tactics, claiming sniffer dogs and strip searches are causing trauma and violating rights at music events across the state.
A massive emergency response unfolded at Bargara Beach after a swimmer disappeared in treacherous waters, triggering an intense land, sea and air search operation along Queensland's coastline.
A massive air and sea rescue operation unfolded at Bargara Beach after a swimmer was reported missing, triggering an urgent multi-agency response along Queensland's coastline.
Shocking new RAC data reveals West Australian motorists are witnessing a dramatic surge in dangerous driving behaviours, with speeding and distraction reaching crisis levels on our roads.
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.
Exclusive details emerge after a cruise ship passenger was abandoned on a remote Queensland island, sparking industry-wide safety reviews and passenger outrage.