Boat Harbour Motel could be demolished for apartments
Plans lodged to replace the 50-year-old Boat Harbour Motel in Wollongong with a dual-tower apartment complex featuring affordable housing. Public exhibition open until February 9.
Plans lodged to replace the 50-year-old Boat Harbour Motel in Wollongong with a dual-tower apartment complex featuring affordable housing. Public exhibition open until February 9.
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
A 36-year-old man faces court after being arrested for allegedly displaying tattoos depicting designated hate symbols at a Newcastle beach on Christmas Eve. Read the full details.
Plans revealed for a motel, drive-through coffee and takeaway food precinct at a former Drysdale service station site. The development aims to boost local tourism and convenience.
Geelong residents embraced a sunny Christmas Day with beach barbecues, a special aquatic Santa delivery, and community feasts. Discover how the city celebrated.
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
Fremantle's beloved Harbour Theatre, a community staple since 1963, is considering winding up due to venue instability and a critical volunteer shortage. A final decision is expected early next year.
Four workmates were rescued by a ferry skipper after their boat capsized off Hillarys on Monday evening. Read the dramatic details of their 45-minute ordeal.
Newcastle's vacant Queens Wharf building will be demolished from February after council approval. The site's future will involve community-driven short-term activations. Read the latest.
Developer Geocon secures approval for a 25-metre indoor pool in Woden, replacing the outdoor 50m Phillip pool. The decision has sparked community outrage and accusations of a flawed planning process.
Discover why Canberra's Boat House restaurant, with over 30 years of service, defies the 'bad view' dining rule. Our review of the $92 three-course lunch reveals impeccable service and classic, high-quality dishes.
A man is recovering in Townsville University Hospital after a brutal shark attack at Cid Harbour. The community rallies as he prepares to spend Christmas away from family.
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has approved plans to demolish the heritage-listed Inne Town Backpackers and replace it with a larger facility for seasonal workers. Read the full story.
A dramatic early morning rescue saved five people and a blue heeler puppy after their vessel began sinking 30 nautical miles off the Queensland coast near Ayr. All were winched to safety and are in good health.
Six foreign nationals, believed to be Chinese, have been detained in WA's remote Kimberley after arriving by boat. Get the latest on this developing border security incident.
A dramatic marine rescue unfolded near Townsville as the RACQ CQ Rescue helicopter saved five people from a capsized boat. Read the full story of the emergency operation.
Stockton residents face weeks of bus travel as both Newcastle ferries remain out of service. Authorities give conflicting information on repair delays and slipway availability. Read the latest.
Trainer Noel Mayfield-Smith is confident luckless galloper De Forza can rebound at Coffs Harbour. Get the full preview and expert analysis of his stable's chances.
Trainer Noel Mayfield-Smith is confident De Forza can rebound from two unlucky runs and win at Coffs Harbour. Get the full preview and expert analysis here.
Rottnest Fast Ferries' new custom-built vessel, Ocean Master, starts its first full season to Rottnest Island on December 5, 2025. Book your trip from Hillarys Boat Harbour now.
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
A man faces court after an alleged attempt to steal a commercial prawn trawler from Port Douglas. Police responded swiftly to the incident at the marina. Read the full story.
Rising Tide climate activists have disrupted the world's largest coal port in Newcastle, with 16 people locking themselves to equipment. The protest follows mass arrests over the weekend.
Grandmother activists from the Knitting Nannas group were detained after sailing into Newcastle's shipping channel during climate protests. Read their powerful story.
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Police arrest 141 climate activists during weekend protests at Newcastle coal port. Protesters blocked ships, scaled anchors in dramatic demonstration against fossil fuels.
Rising Tide protesters entered Newcastle waters but couldn't prevent coal shipment. Live updates from the climate action protestival in Australia's largest coal port.
The Rising Tide 'protestival' in Newcastle is set to escalate its harbour blockade this Sunday. Get the latest live updates on the climate action.
Watch Wollongong's City Diggers Club demolition through five months of time-lapse footage. The $230 million Globe development will bring new hotels and RSL facilities to the CBD.
Muhammad Abdur Rehman Mirza sentenced to life for the 2022 murder of Helen Marsuk in Perth. He will be eligible for parole after 20 years. Read the full story.