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.
Everything you need to know about the 2025 Melbourne Cup - from viewing options and race time to the record $10 million prize money that makes it Australia's most prestigious racing event.
Newcastle City Council is pushing forward with controversial traffic modifications along Minmi Road, sparking heated community debate about safety versus convenience in the growing Maryland, Fletcher and Minmi corridor.
Newcastle police launch intensive road safety blitz targeting speeding and distracted drivers in high-risk pedestrian zones across the city.
Bunbury-born jockey Damian Lane prepares for his first Melbourne Cup ride on Serpentine, fulfilling a childhood dream that began in remote Western Australia.
As Melbourne Cup celebrations unfold, native echidnas face terrifying encounters with fireworks, prompting urgent calls for awareness and protection of Australia's unique wildlife.
After six decades covering Australian horse racing, legendary journalist Ernie Manning shares exclusive insights and his top tip for this year's Melbourne Cup. Discover the wisdom from his incredible career.
A Melbourne road rage incident turned fatal, leaving 28-year-old Umar Hussein AlKhalifa Al-Enizi dead. The case now hinges on whether it was murder or self-defence as two men face court.
Get the inside scoop on the six elite jockeys poised to make history at the 2025 Melbourne Cup. From seasoned champions to rising stars, discover who has what it takes to win the race that stops a nation.
Take a nostalgic trip through Townsville's Melbourne Cup fashion evolution from 2000 to 2020, featuring stunning racewear that defined decades of style at the races.
A courageous Melbourne father bravely defended his family against masked intruders armed with machetes in a violent home invasion, while NSW and QLD brace for severe storms.
Discover the best venues across Perth hosting unforgettable Melbourne Cup race day events on November 4th. From champagne brunches to fancy dress competitions, find your perfect spot for the race that stops the nation.
A man was shot in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, running bleeding through Bayswater streets as the armed assailant remains at large in a brazen daylight attack that has police scrambling.
ACT Police launch major road safety operation with high-tech enforcement to catch seatbelt offenders as alarming statistics reveal widespread non-compliance.
Melbourne's Oasis tribute concert erupts in spectacular fashion as flares illuminate a massive crowd, leaving Liam Gallagher himself in awe of the Australian spectacle.
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.
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.
Geelong Highway Patrol announces major road safety blitz targeting speeding, drink and drug driving during Melbourne Cup celebrations. Multiple checkpoints planned across the region.
A dump truck has collided with the Lakes Road overpass on the Kwinana Freeway, causing significant traffic chaos and lane closures during Tuesday morning's peak hour commute.
A devastating three-car collision in Perth's southern suburbs has left one man dead and five others hospitalised, with emergency services responding to the horrific scene on Anstey Road.
Christopher John Richards accused of making terrifying threats against Senator Ralph Babet in social media messages that triggered a major police investigation.
Victoria's beloved Funfields theme park marks four decades of family fun as long-term employee Tayla shares her incredible journey of growing up at the attraction, creating lifelong memories across generations.
Champion jockey James McDonald reveals his excitement after watching international raider Meydaan's impressive trackwork, declaring the Godolphin stayer a genuine Melbourne Cup threat.
Champion jockey James McDonald reveals why Meydaan could be his secret weapon for Melbourne Cup success, sharing exclusive insights about the emerging stayer's potential to dominate Australia's greatest race.
Leading racing syndicator Australian Bloodstock is planning its largest-ever assault on the Melbourne Cup, with ambitious plans to secure record numbers of international stayers for the 2025 edition of Australia's most famous race.
Melbourne Storm sensation Ryan Papenhuyzen has been granted an immediate release from his contract, sending shockwaves through the NRL community as the star fullback prepares for his next chapter.
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.
Richmond's Dion Prestia and Melbourne's Steven May have been charged by police over a physical altercation that occurred during their pre-season training camp in Sorrento last December.
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.
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.