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Nominations are pouring in for the Illawarra Junior Sports Coach of the Year 2025 awards. Cast your vote now to recognise the region's most dedicated mentors shaping young athletes.
Nominations are pouring in for the Illawarra Junior Sports Coach of the Year 2025 awards. Cast your vote now to recognise the region's most dedicated mentors shaping young athletes.
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LNP candidate for Hinchinbrook pledges to introduce mandatory detention for juvenile offenders who breach bail conditions, sparking debate about youth crime solutions in Queensland.
A Perth woman in her 70s is set to purchase her first-ever home after scoring a stunning $1 million win in the latest Millionaire Medley lottery draw, proving it's never too late for life-changing moments.
Shocking new research reveals Australian boys are accessing pornography as young as 8-10 years old, with experts linking early exposure to disturbing attitudes towards women and increased risk of gender-based violence.
Political hopeful Wayde Chiesa launches hardline campaign against youth crime in Hinchinbrook, pledging tougher measures and community safety reforms ahead of Queensland election.
Four prominent Newcastle cultural sites will soon feature stunning Aboriginal artworks as part of a landmark initiative celebrating local Indigenous culture and creating lasting public art legacy.
In an inspiring community initiative, Qantas cabin crew members have delivered special FESPA basketballs to young athletes in the Illawarra region, creating sporting opportunities and spreading joy through aviation connections.
In a landmark moment for Surf Coast politics, 22-year-old Phoebe Crockett has been officially declared as the newest councillor, marking a significant shift toward youth representation in local government.
The Australian government announces sweeping restrictions on puberty blockers for children under 18, sparking debate about youth gender care and medical ethics.
A 16-year-old boy caught with a 20cm knife outside Optus Stadium has avoided criminal charges through a police caution, sparking discussions about youth justice and concert security.
Former Married At First Sight star Bill Goldsmith and partner Issy Eisermann have broken their silence with an emotional tribute following the devastating loss of their newborn daughter, Halo.
Sophie Stewart's powerful opinion piece calls for urgent intervention to prevent at-risk Western Australian children from entering the justice system, highlighting systemic failures and the need for early support.
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Leading sports scientist David Lubans reveals how poor coaching practices are contributing to Australia's youth sport dropout crisis and what can be done to keep kids engaged.
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Western Australian star Joker's Grin makes spectacular return to racing with dominant Prince of Wales Stakes win, signalling serious Pinnacles Series intentions.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s sparks debate about how teens will fill their summer hours. Will this digital detox reshape youth culture and family dynamics?
Discover how two daring adventurers and their trusty car Bubsie made history by completing the first-ever lap around Australia in 1925, facing crocodiles, deserts and mechanical nightmares.
Australia witnesses a massive 65% surge in first home loans as expanded government guarantees remove major barriers to home ownership. Discover how these changes are reshaping the property landscape.
New research reveals alarming gaps in mental health services for Indigenous youth, with experts demanding urgent action on culturally appropriate care.
A life-changing scholarship honouring the legacy of Sinead Francis-Coan is now accepting applications, offering financial support and mentorship to empower young leaders across the Hunter region.
A cruise novice shares their unfiltered experience aboard Carnival Splendour - from epic waterslides to buffet battles and everything in between.
Newcastle becomes the stage for Australia's biggest youth theatre celebration as the Junior Theatre Festival marks its 10th anniversary with record-breaking participation and unforgettable performances.
Discover how Tammie Jones is transforming education through Indigenous art at Wulguru State School, creating cultural bridges and student success stories in Townsville.
Cairns-based Indigenous band Earthkin is set to make music history with their groundbreaking single debut at the Tanks Arts Centre, marking a global first for First Nations music collaboration.
Premier Roger Cook announces early intervention strategy to keep Kimberley youth engaged, fed and off the streets amid growing crime concerns in remote WA community.
The Northern Gymnastics Academy in Bellambi is experiencing explosive growth, with classes filling in minutes and a massive waiting list developing as the community embraces the sport.
Perth students are being called to become mental health ambassadors in Australia's largest fitness-based mental health initiative, with 3,319 push-ups targeting suicide prevention awareness.
The remote WA community of Kununurra faces a youth crime epidemic, but residents say taking children from families would only worsen the situation. Discover why systemic failures are at the heart of the problem.