Teen in court for 'Blue Blob' statue vandalism in Mount Gambier
A 19-year-old faces charges for gluing googly eyes on Mount Gambier's controversial $136,000 statue. She's now crowdfunding legal costs as community debate over the artwork continues.
A 19-year-old faces charges for gluing googly eyes on Mount Gambier's controversial $136,000 statue. She's now crowdfunding legal costs as community debate over the artwork continues.
A fierce blaze erupted from a car in Thornton, spreading to a single-level house. Six FRNSW crews contained the fire, with no injuries reported. Read the full details.
Police seek public help to find missing Mount Duneed man Bradley Davies, 37, last seen Monday. Concerns grow for his welfare as search continues across Geelong region.
A 31-year-old man faces multiple charges following an alleged police pursuit through Mount Hutton, Windale, Belmont and Marks Point. Read the full details of the incident.
Only 25% of Mount Barker's rezoned farmland developed since controversial 2010 decision. Explore the development challenges and future plans for this Adelaide Hills region.
An 11-year-old Queensland girl suffered a horrific leg break on a 120-metre slip-and-slide. LifeFlight's rescue helicopter airlifted her to hospital in a dramatic Australia Day mission.
Mount Ridley Mines consolidates a 1069km² critical minerals corridor in WA's southwest, defining a massive 536Mt gallium resource and positioning for rapid growth in the strategic metals boom.
Fire and Rescue NSW crews are battling a significant bushfire in Gateshead. The blaze broke out near Willow Road, with the western front being monitored by aircraft. Read the latest updates.
Ten swimmers rescued from treacherous rip at Point Lonsdale beach. Lifesavers receive bravery awards for their heroic actions during Easter weekend emergency.
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.
A seasoned search and rescue expert breaks down the chilling realities facing missing hiker Gus Lamont as local volunteers describe the case as defying all logic in the treacherous Blue Mountains terrain.
Discover which ASX-listed companies delivered explosive growth this week, from mineral explorers to tech innovators making waves in Australian markets.
A South Australian teenager's alleged artistic protest involving googly eyes on a Mount Gambier landmark has sparked community debate about public art and youth expression.
Sheung Yau admits to careless driving charges following tragic collision that claimed a life on Hamilton Highway. Court proceedings continue as community seeks closure.
South Australian police launch fresh search for Helen Harnett-Morgan's remains in Mount Gambier bushland nearly four decades after her disappearance. New forensic technology offers hope for breakthrough.
A major blow threatens Mount Isa's economy as the Dyno Nobel fertiliser plant faces potential closure, putting hundreds of local jobs at risk and sparking political intervention.
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 teenage hiker was dramatically rescued from Mount Buller after becoming trapped in a sudden blizzard during a solo hiking expedition in Victoria's alpine region.
Victoria's Mount Hotham experiences unexpected winter blast as wild weather sweeps across Australia's east coast, delivering rare spring snowfall to alpine regions.
A motorcyclist remains in Newcastle hospital after a serious crash on Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton. Emergency services rushed to the scene as investigations into the cause continue.
True North Copper makes a massive copper discovery in Queensland, with mineral resources now valued over half a billion dollars, signalling a major boost for Australia's critical minerals sector.
Marine rescuers perform dramatic operation to free critically endangered grey nurse shark from fishing line entanglement in Queensland waters.
A heroic wildlife rescue in Sydney's Inner West saves a choking kookaburra that swallowed a shoelace, highlighting the deadly impact of litter on native birds.
The Western Australian climbing community mourns the loss of experienced mountaineer Chin Tark Chan, who passed away during expedition on Nepal's 7,126m Himlung Himal peak.
Emergency services undertake challenging overnight rescue mission on Cairns' Blue Arrow walking track to evacuate injured hiker in dramatic operation.
Emergency services rushed to a serious single-vehicle crash on Banfield Drive in Mount Louisa, leaving a man with significant injuries. Latest details on the investigation and road closures.
Discover which ASX small-cap miners are making waves with explosive share price growth and promising exploration results that have investors buzzing.
Wildlife rescuers issue urgent plea to Australian pet owners after disturbing spike in echidna injuries. Learn how responsible pet ownership can save our native species.
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.