Magic Sand Chaos: Canberra Schools Closed Over Asbestos
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
Canberra parents face school closures as asbestos concerns spread through magic sand products. ACT government response leaves families scrambling for last-minute arrangements.
After 18 months walking Australia's perimeter, Tom Haskins and his dog Luna made an emotional surprise return to his Queensland family. Read their incredible journey.
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School faces crisis with six suspensions daily in 2024. Community demands action on student behaviour and safety concerns.
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
Popular North Wollongong cafe Diggies will close for at least six months from February 2026 due to essential sea wall construction. Learn how this impacts locals and the new lease agreement.
A 53-year-old parent was knocked unconscious after allegedly assaulting a student during a violent altercation at a Raby high school. Police are investigating the incident.
A Wollongong West Public School reunion brought Helen and Kevin together decades after childhood. Now married 20 years, they returned for the school's centenary celebrations.
A $21 million trial will bring health and community services into four WA schools, aiming to improve student attendance and wellbeing. Educators welcome the initiative.
Radford College hikes fees by 23% after reporting $840,000 deficit. Interest expenses triple to $1.35 million while admin costs hit $4.5 million. Read the full financial breakdown.
A Hampton East special needs school was sent into lockdown after a terrifying armed robbery attempt with a knife occurred outside its grounds. Police are investigating the incident which happened on Tuesday afternoon.
The unexpected closure of Wallsend Out of School Hours care has left dozens of Newcastle families in crisis mode, with parents facing work disruptions and children displaced just weeks into the new school year.
Frustrated families at Radford College are considering withdrawing students as the prestigious Canberra school announces another significant fee increase, leaving parents questioning the value of private education.
Furious parents at Radford College have formed a WhatsApp protest group after the school announced significant fee increases without adequate consultation, leaving families scrambling to manage their budgets.
Lyneham High School community rallies for essential gymnasium upgrades as aging facilities fail to meet basic safety and educational standards, putting student wellbeing at risk.
Discover how Wollongong's music venues are experiencing a remarkable renaissance with sold-out shows, emerging local talent, and vibrant nightlife transforming the city into NSW's newest music hotspot.
North Wollongong is poised for a major urban renewal as developers unveil plans for two striking apartment towers that will reshape the coastal suburb's character and provide much-needed housing.
Andrew John Hammond receives full-time prison sentence for dangerous drink driving incident involving police pursuit through Wollongong. Shocking details revealed in court.
Wollongong police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate missing woman Kylie BAKER, last seen in the Gwynneville area. The 48-year-old's disappearance has sparked community concern.
After years of bitter feuding, Liam and Noel Gallagher have Aussie music lovers buzzing with speculation about a potential Oasis reunion that could rock the music world.
Get ready for an epic FREE music celebration! Western Australia's biggest names including Jebediah, Voyager, Little Birdy and Lucy Durack are set to perform at the WA Day 2025 festival in Burswood Park. Discover the full lineup and festival details.
A 30-year high school reunion in the Illawarra region has unearthed buried trauma for an LGBTQI+ advocate, revealing how schoolyard bullying continues to impact mental health decades later.
Discover Canberra's vibrant community scene with our complete guide to school fetes, markets, and family-friendly events happening across the capital.
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.
Join the centenary celebration as St Therese's Primary School in New Lambton reflects on a century of shaping young minds and building community connections.
New investigation reveals mechanical failure, not student behaviour, caused the alarming North Shore school bus incident that left parents demanding answers.
Garry Kingston's miraculous survival story unfolds as he meets the St John WA ambulance crew who brought him back from clinical death after a sudden cardiac arrest.
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.
Discover the best events happening across the Illawarra region this week, from live music performances and food festivals to family-friendly activities and cultural celebrations.
A bold new hotel proposal in Wollongong's city centre is pushing boundaries and sparking debate as it seeks approval to exceed current height restrictions, promising economic benefits but raising concerns about precedent and city character.
Former Woonona High students from the 1970s reunite for an emotional 50-year milestone, sharing memories and creating new ones in a heartwarming Illawarra gathering.