Last-minute crew switch before fatal UPS plane crash
Exclusive investigation reveals the UPS Airbus A300 crew had been reassigned to the ill-fated aircraft just hours before the crash that claimed both pilots' lives near Birmingham.
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Regional Tech Hubs Bridge Australia's Digital Divide
Discover how Australia's Regional Tech Hubs program is transforming digital access and creating economic opportunities in remote communities from the Outback to Pacific islands.
AFL Barwon Launches Search for New CEO
AFL Barwon has launched its search for a new Chief Executive Officer to drive the region's football and netball future. Find out what qualities they're seeking in their next visionary leader.
$800 Fine for Poorly Drafted Facebook Message
A Wollongong man learns the expensive lesson that careless Facebook messaging can lead to serious legal consequences and financial penalties in Australian courts.
Cassowary Coast's bold light rail vision under scrutiny
The Cassowary Coast Regional Council is pushing for a comprehensive feasibility study into a light rail network that could transform Far North Queensland's transport landscape and boost regional development.
Hunter's Glendale Stadium Push: Regional Game-Changer
The Hunter region is rallying for a state-of-the-art stadium at Glendale, promising economic growth and world-class sporting facilities for NSW's Central Coast.
Charters Towers Business Crisis: November Liquidations Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals the shocking number of companies facing liquidation in Charters Towers during November, exposing the economic challenges facing regional Queensland businesses.
RB Sellars moves HQ from Melbourne to Geelong
In a significant win for regional Victoria, family-owned business RB Sellars is relocating its entire headquarters from Melbourne to Geelong, bringing new jobs and investment to the Surf Coast region.
Newcastle Council intervenes in landslide crisis
Frustrated by state government delays, Newcastle City Council steps in to provide immediate assistance to homeowners affected by devastating landslides in Merewether.
AFL Barwon announces major football overhaul
Geelong's regional football competition is set for its biggest shake-up in years with sweeping changes to operations, governance and competition structures.
500 Jobs at Risk as QLD Fertiliser Plant Faces Closure
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.
Sri Lankan AI Engineers Find New Home in Geelong
Discover how two Sri Lankan software engineers turned their AI ambitions into a new life in Geelong, contributing to Victoria's growing tech ecosystem while embracing the Australian coastal lifestyle.
MKR's Mark & Tan Eliminated After Dessert Disaster
Sydney foodies Mark and Tan's My Kitchen Rules journey ends in sweet sorrow after a semifinal-worthy dessert turns into their final downfall in the competition.
MKR: Mark and Tan eliminated after dessert disaster
Fan favourites Mark and Tan have been eliminated from My Kitchen Rules Australia after their dessert course failed to impress the judges, missing out on a coveted semi-final spot in a dramatic elimination.
Food Crisis Grips Regional NSW Communities
Soaring food prices and shrinking household budgets are creating a hunger epidemic across regional NSW, with charities struggling to meet unprecedented demand as families face impossible choices.
Air India Crash Survivor's Heartbreaking Struggle
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the devastating Air India Express crash, opens up about his ongoing physical and emotional battle following the disaster that claimed 21 lives.
Murray Bridge News Editor Reveals Local Journalism Secrets
An exclusive interview with Peri Strathearn, Managing Editor of Murray Bridge News, uncovering how authentic community storytelling thrives despite industry challenges.
Lightning bolt destroys Gold Coast tradie's work ute
A Gold Coast tradie's worst nightmare came true when a single lightning strike turned his work ute into a smouldering wreck during a severe thunderstorm, leaving him without his livelihood.
Regional Nursing Boom: Australia's Healthcare Future Brightens
Discover how regional nursing in Australia is experiencing a remarkable resurgence with new education pathways, technological advancements, and growing opportunities making country healthcare careers more appealing than ever before.
Canberra Tops Australian Wellbeing Rankings
The latest Regional Wellbeing Survey reveals Canberra has outshone all other Australian capital cities in overall wellbeing, with residents reporting superior life satisfaction, health outcomes and community connection.
North Qld Photographer's 30-Year Visual Journey
Discover how a dedicated North Queensland photographer has documented the heart and soul of regional Australia through 30 years of stunning visual storytelling.
Cairns councillors demand fair funding from Qld government
Frustrated Cairns councillors are calling out the Queensland Government for chronic underfunding, claiming the region deserves better infrastructure and services for its economic contributions.
Dictionary.com's 2025 Word of the Year Sparks Language Debate
The digital lexicon's controversial choice for Word of the Year 2025 has linguists and everyday Australians questioning what truly makes a word legitimate in our evolving language landscape.
Cash Decline & Bank Closures Deepen Financial Hardship
AFCA chief David Locke reveals how the rapid decline of cash and bank branch closures are creating severe financial hardship across Australia, hitting vulnerable communities hardest.
Explosive Device Review After Cobar Mine Tragedy
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.
FNQ Council cuts environmental data frequency
FNQ Regional Council defends controversial move to shift from annual to biennial environmental reporting, claiming efficiency gains while critics raise transparency concerns.
Golden Plains Business Liquidations: Regional Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals multiple Golden Plains businesses entering liquidation, raising concerns about regional economic challenges and what it means for local communities.
Geelong's $26.5M Tennis Centre Masterplan Begins Construction
Geelong is set to become Victoria's premier tennis destination as construction begins on the $26.5 million Regional Tennis Centre masterplan, featuring 22 new courts and world-class facilities.
Spirit CBR: Canberra's Craft Distillery Guide
Discover the capital's thriving spirits movement as Spirit CBR showcases the finest local gins, vodkas, whiskies and liqueurs from the region's top distilleries.
WA's Regional Housing Crisis Blocks Affordable Living
Western Australia's regional towns offer affordable living and stunning landscapes, but a severe housing shortage is preventing Australians from seizing the opportunity.
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