Hunter Valley miners end 25-year record strike with win
Rix's Creek miners secure 17% pay rise and improved injury provisions after seven-week strike - the longest industrial action in Hunter Valley in 25 years. Read the full victory story.
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E-bikes and protests divide Newcastle community
Newcastle residents clash over e-bike safety and climate protests as letters reveal deep divisions on transport, housing and environmental policy in the Hunter region.
BHP pays $100k for unlawful Christmas work orders
BHP must compensate 85 coal miners after Federal Court rules they were unlawfully required to work Christmas and Boxing Day without reasonable refusal rights. Landmark decision sets precedent for public holiday work rights.
Metronet on Swan approved despite community anger
Controversial Metronet on Swan project receives environmental approval, disappointing local residents and community groups who vow to continue their fight.
Hunter miners locked out as coal mine negotiations fail
Bloomfield Group locks out Rix's Creek miners after negotiations break down. Union condemns the move as workers fight for a fair enterprise agreement in the Hunter Valley.
SA Workers Protest US E-commerce Impact on Local Jobs
Hundreds rallied in Adelaide against US e-commerce platforms threatening South Australian businesses and jobs. Learn how local enterprises are fighting back.
Rising Tide defends protest as Hunter faces climate costs
Newcastle's Rising Tide activists respond to tourism criticism while highlighting the $200 million flood damage. Local letters also tackle quarry approval and political accountability.
Cruise Company Transforms Townsville Port Vibe
A unique company cruise docks at Townsville, bringing fresh energy to the port and showcasing the city's growing appeal as a maritime destination. Discover the impact.
Protests planned for Tony Abbott Geelong Library event
Geelong Library defends hosting former PM Tony Abbott amid planned protests. Event scheduled for May 22 sparks community division and free speech debate.
Radford College parents protest fee hike via WhatsApp
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.
Cruise safety expert reveals how tragic death could be prevented
A leading cruise safety expert breaks down the preventable tragedy that claimed the life of Brisbane grandmother Suzanne Rees, offering crucial safety advice for Australian travellers.
BHP-Malabar deal to create 300 new mining jobs
A major land transfer from BHP to Malabar Resources could spark a jobs boom in the Hunter Valley, with up to 300 new mining positions expected to be created at the Maxwell Underground Mine.
LNP Coal Plan Threatens Great Barrier Reef: Labor
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.
TMK Energy Hits Record Gas Production in Mongolia
ASX-listed TMK Energy achieves breakthrough monthly gas flow at Snow Leopard Project, marking a pivotal moment for Mongolia's energy sector and company growth.
Elderly passenger dies aboard Coral Adventurer cruise
Shock and grief ripple through cruise community as 80-year-old Suzanne Rees passes away during Coral Adventurer voyage, prompting investigation into onboard medical emergency.
Cruise ship docks after passenger death at Lizard Island
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship has arrived in Far North Queensland waters following the sudden death of a passenger during a stop at Lizard Island. Authorities are investigating the tragic incident that occurred during what should have been a dream trop
Tahmoor Coal Mine workers get hope with administration
Workers at the troubled Tahmoor Coal Mine have been thrown a potential lifeline with the company entering voluntary administration, offering hope for the mine's future operations and local jobs.
Pro-Palestine protesters storm Sydney defence expo
Dozens of pro-Palestine protesters have forced their way into a major defence exhibition in Sydney, targeting companies they claim are supplying weapons to Israel amid the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Distracted crew caused Leeuwin II horror crash
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.
Elderly cruise passenger dies after being left on island
An 80-year-old woman has died on Lizard Island after being abandoned by the Coral Adventurer cruise ship in a shocking incident that's raising serious questions about passenger safety protocols.
Cairns protests gender-based violence crisis
A determined group of Cairns locals took to the streets demanding urgent action on Queensland's escalating gender-based violence crisis, calling for more funding and support services.
Mine blames Diwali for worker payment delays
Workers at the Tahmoor coal mine in NSW were left without pay as the mine operator pointed to the Diwali holiday as the cause, sparking outrage from unions and the Indian community.
AGL cuts hundreds of jobs at Bayswater before Christmas
AGL Energy announces devastating pre-Christmas job cuts affecting hundreds of workers at Bayswater Power Station as part of major operational restructuring.
Illawarra Takes Back the Night in Violence Protest
Wollongong's streets echoed with powerful chants as hundreds gathered for the Reclaim the Night march, demanding an end to gender-based violence in our community.
SA Nurses Storm Parliament in Pay Protest
Hundreds of South Australian nurses and midwives have descended on Parliament House, demanding better pay and conditions in what they call a 'kick in the guts' from the state government.
Narrabri Gas Land Grab Sparks Legal Battle
Growing controversy surrounds the compulsory acquisition of farmland for Santos' Narrabri Gas Project, with landowners and environmental groups mounting fierce opposition.
Wollongong locals protest dog beach restrictions
Wollongong City Council faces community backlash as residents passionately oppose plans to restrict dog access to popular beach areas during peak hours.
Climate Activists Board Coal Ship in Newcastle Protest
Environmental group Rising Tide stages dramatic harbour protest, boarding bulk carrier to demand end to coal exports from Newcastle - Australia's climate battleground heats up.
Leeuwin tall ship returns to Fremantle after crash repairs
The iconic tall ship STS Leeuwin has made an emotional homecoming to Fremantle Port following extensive repairs from a catastrophic collision that left her badly damaged.
Cruise passenger left behind on island sparks outrage
Exclusive details emerge after a cruise ship passenger was abandoned on a remote Queensland island, sparking industry-wide safety reviews and passenger outrage.
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