A Western Sydney childcare centre has been forcibly closed after ignoring safety warnings for over a decade. Authorities found 41 breaches, leaving dozens of families scrambling for new care. Read the full investigation.
A 27-year-old man has died after becoming unresponsive during a police arrest in Melbourne's north. Homicide Squad detectives are investigating the incident.
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
Explore The Village Retirement Group's award-winning approach to luxury independent living for over-65s in South East Queensland. Discover how their resident-first model is redefining retirement.
Australian food regulators urge manufacturers to stop using nitrites and nitrates unnecessarily due to a possible cancer link. Learn which foods are affected and how to reduce your risk.
A new report reveals millions of Australian homes are at risk of devastating urban bushfires. Experts call for urgent action to retrofit properties and improve community resilience.
A Geelong Advertiser analysis reveals the true cost of living crisis. See how inflation has eroded buying power in two decades. Read the full breakdown.
After a year outside cabinet, the ACT Greens under Shane Rattenbury aim to prove their creative policy credentials. Can they convince Canberra voters they are serious economic managers?
Australia's corporate regulator sues BDO WA and a lead partner over alleged audit failures concerning $30m in missing funds at Dubber Corporation. Read the full details.
The School Curriculum and Standards Authority has named Western Australia's top-performing Year 12 students for 2025 across every subject. Discover the academic champions and their schools.
A former police officer and Canberra residents call for community support as Salvation Army research reveals one in five Australian parents fear their children will miss out on Christmas presents due to financial stress.
Columnist Joe Spagnolo argues that amid global conflict and economic strain, the unifying message of Christmas is vital for Australia's national spirit. Read his compelling case.
Canberra's Status Living, led by Matthew Bellingham and Brent Redmayne, wins top honours at the 2025 HIA Awards for both custom and spec homes, now offering integrated landscaping.
Queensland motorists are paying up to $25 more per tank as petrol prices spike weeks early. The RACQ slams the 'unjustified' hike as a deliberate cash grab before Christmas.
Former Town of Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon has been ordered to issue a public apology and pay costs but avoids formal censure by the State Administrative Tribunal. Get the full details.
The ACT's Auditor-General warns urgent action is needed to fix the territory's budget, with annual interest payments set to hit $1 billion. Read the full report on the fiscal crisis.
WA's mid-year review reveals a $7.5bn revenue windfall from iron ore and gold, delivering an eighth straight surplus. Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends no new cost-of-living measures. Read the full analysis.
Property experts identify the major hurdles preventing a high-rise apartment surge in Townsville's CBD. Discover the critical factors and future outlook for city living.
Revelations about the Bondi gunman have sparked a national push for tighter laws, but Canberra's outdated, paper-based firearms registry obscures where guns are concentrated. Discover the data black hole.
City of Gosnells businesses and community groups, including IGA stores and Masjid Al-Rahman Mosque, are matching donations and running food drives to support families in need this Christmas. Join the effort.
Bankwest data shows a drop in Black Friday shoppers across WA as households tighten budgets. Discover the spending trends and what it means for the local economy.
Thermidor Oyster Bar & Brasserie shuts its doors, with owners citing rising costs and tough trading conditions. Industry warns more closures could follow across the Hunter.
New Liberal leader faces immediate test over MP's controversial Ashes trip. Analysis of his first week and the political fallout from the 'free passage' scandal.
A new survey reveals a deepening cost of living crisis in Australia, with only 10% satisfied. Experts warn 2026 could be even tougher. Read the full analysis.
Designer Brands makes luxury scents accessible with its new Summer Fragrance Collection, inspired by Chanel & Gucci, for just $12.99. Beat the cost of living crisis this Christmas.
Perth's housing crisis forces residents into extreme measures: skipping meals, working multiple jobs, and delaying medical care just to keep a roof overhead. Discover the human cost.
New data reveals a record sum is required for a comfortable retirement in Australia. Find out how much you need to save and the lifestyle it funds.
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.
Police have launched a critical incident investigation after a woman's body was discovered in a car outside Lake Illawarra police station. The death is under independent review.
A beautifully updated two-bedroom apartment in the heart of Newcastle is on the market, promising ease, comfort and convenience. Price guide $1,000,000 - $1,100,000.