Australian transport investigators reveal how distracted crew and pilots contributed to the terrifying Leeuwin II training ship crash off Western Australia's coast, with safety recommendations now issued.
Major leadership shakeup at Ports North as deputy CEO Michael Grey transitions to Energy Queensland, with experienced director Nicola Lloyd stepping in as new chair.
New data exposes alarming near-drowning incidents across Western Australia during last summer, with children and river locations posing the highest risk.
A secretive crocodile has been quietly moved from a Cairns holding facility, but wildlife authorities remain tight-lipped about its new location and key details surrounding the transfer.
Disturbing footage of a young girl crashing into a car on an e-bike has ignited urgent calls for regulation as Australia faces growing safety concerns over electric bicycles.
Newcastle's Wallsend Pool is making waves as the first in Australia to test cutting-edge AI lifeguard technology, adding an extra layer of safety for swimmers this summer season.
Wallsend Pool becomes testing ground for revolutionary artificial intelligence surveillance system designed to prevent drownings and enhance swimmer safety.
A 15-year-old boy has died in a horrific e-bike accident in Queensland, sparking urgent calls for improved safety measures as electric bike injuries surge across the state.
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.
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.
New investigation reveals mechanical failure, not student behaviour, caused the alarming North Shore school bus incident that left parents demanding answers.
In a heartbreaking turn of events, 21-year-old Finley Bones has been identified as the victim of a fatal lightning strike while hiking with friends on the Sunshine Coast.
Cairns students and staff were safely evacuated after police responded to an unverified threat at Redlynch State College. Authorities have secured the campus while investigations continue.
A Sunshine Coast community is in mourning after a 22-year-old woman was fatally struck by lightning during a sporting event at Kuluin. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young athlete.
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 young girl remains in serious condition following a horrific scooter crash in Sydney's western suburbs, sparking urgent safety warnings from emergency services.
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.
A dream holiday turns to tragedy as 74-year-old Suzanne Rees from Victoria dies after being left behind during a Lizard Island tour in Far North Queensland, sparking investigations into tour operator responsibilities.
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.
The District Court returns to Cairns this October with a packed docket of criminal cases. Get the latest on local court proceedings and what it means for Far North Queensland justice.
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 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.