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.
Far North Queensland communities gain additional months to review draft regional plan. Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie confirms extended consultation period through 2024.
A Dawesville man faces 59 charges, including 38 child sexual abuse offences. Jackson Robert Brennan is accused of grooming girls as young as 12. He has been remanded in custody.
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.
New research reveals how strategic townhouse and apartment development in major cities could dramatically improve housing affordability for Australians.
The Australian Labor Party sounds alarm over LNP's energy strategy that prioritises coal expansion, potentially jeopardising the Great Barrier Reef's UNESCO World Heritage listing and Queensland's tourism industry.
Exclusive testing reveals dangerous neurotoxins in South Australia's algal blooms, prompting urgent health warnings and beach closures across multiple coastal communities.
A Western Australian man from Dawesville has been hit with 59 criminal charges, including 38 counts of child sex offences, following a major police investigation into alleged child exploitation material.
Two quick-thinking Wollongong teenagers are being hailed as heroes after pulling a struggling swimmer from treacherous surf in a heart-pounding rescue at a local beach.
A major transformation is coming to Kiama as plans for 450 new apartments across eight storeys get the green light, promising to reshape the coastal town's landscape and address housing demands.
Newcastle Council greenlights major coastal protection works to combat severe erosion threatening Stockton Beach, bringing hope to the beleaguered community after years of deterioration.
Kiama's former council depot is poised for a dramatic makeover with plans for 450 new homes, promising to address the housing crisis while revitalising prime coastal land.
Exclusive insight reveals Australia is developing contingency climate strategies as global negotiations face potential collapse. Discover the backup plans being crafted behind closed doors.
Canberra residents gain better healthcare access as five new bulk-billing GP clinics launch across the capital, delivering cost-of-living relief through Labor's Medicare Strengthening Plan.
Outraged Shellharbour residents are demanding action after their beloved coastal sanctuary was trashed with rubbish and graffiti, sparking calls for better protection of local natural treasures.
Perth's favourite coastal venue brings back its iconic beach cabanas with Latin-inspired cocktails, fresh seafood and sunset vibes for the ultimate summer experience.
Lake Macquarie City Council begins construction on $1.2 million shared pathway connecting Charlestown and Whitebridge, enhancing community connectivity and active transport options.
A determined community campaign is fighting to restore the disappearing lookout views at Point Lonsdale's historic lighthouse precinct, battling overgrown vegetation that's blocking the famous coastline panorama.
A Mandurah mother suffers horrific burns after her home and car were deliberately set alight in two separate firebombing attacks within one week, leaving the community in shock.
Authorities warn beachgoers to stay out of the water as a decomposing whale carcass attracts sharks to popular Mandurah swimming spot. Safety alerts activated.
A luxury Australian coastal cruise has been abruptly cancelled following the tragic death of a passenger aboard the Coral Discoverer, forcing the return to Cairns and leaving travellers stranded.
Tour de France winner Cadel Evans opens up about his peaceful life after professional cycling and how the coastal town of Barwon Heads provides the perfect balance for his family.
New data exposes alarming chronic lung disease rates in City of Swan, Rockingham and Mandurah, with smoking and ageing population driving worrying health trend across Western Australia.
Discover the ultimate coastal living experience in Wollongong with this stunning apartment offering breathtaking ocean views, modern amenities, and relaxed beachside lifestyle.
The iconic Newcastle Ocean Baths, a century-old coastal treasure, confront serious challenges that could jeopardise their heritage protection and future accessibility for generations of Australians.
Exclusive details emerge about Blackwood Development's luxury boutique hotel project in Torquay, featuring 30 premium rooms, ground-floor dining, and a commitment to Surf Coast sophistication.
In a landmark conservation victory, Queensland unveils its newest national park on Cape York Peninsula, protecting sacred Wuthathi country and spectacular coastal wilderness for generations to come.
Town of Cambridge councillors voice strong opposition to proposed changes for the Ocean Village complex, citing concerns about community impact and development standards.
Newcastle's iconic ocean baths become front-row seats to breathtaking humpback whale migration, creating unforgettable coastal encounters for lucky spectators.
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.