The 2026 Joondalup Festival program is out, featuring three major free public art installations including a floating water theatre and glowing lake figures. Discover the full line-up of events from March 7-22.
Queensland Police issue a murder warrant for Wael Alfar after the body of carer Velvet Crystal Sky Pesu was found in Buccan. The accused was arrested in NSW after a dramatic police chase.
Brisbane singer and carer Velvet Crystal Sky Pesu found deceased at a Buccan property. Client Wael Alfar arrested after dramatic NSW police chase. Investigation ongoing.
The Geelong Advertiser launches its 2024 People's Choice Awards, calling on locals to nominate their favourite Greater Geelong winery. Cast your vote now and support our region's renowned wine producers.
Cairns' beloved Crystal Caves attraction reopens with a stunning $1.5 million transformation. See the iconic rock car's new look and immersive exhibits. Plan your visit today!
Bowel cancer diagnoses in Australians under 50 have surged by 41% in two decades, with the nation now having the world's highest rate for 25-49 year olds. Experts probe diet, gut bacteria, and screening gaps.
Iluka Resources has made 91 employees redundant, including 38 at its Perth HQ, following the suspension of its Cataby mineral sands mine. Read the full details on the job cuts and market impact.
From political heavyweights to cultural icons, meet the West Australians who dominated headlines and shaped conversations across the state in a pivotal 2025. Discover their stories.
Central Coast woman Maree Jenner, living with dwarfism, shares her journey from being told she couldn't be a nurse or teacher to becoming an Australian ambassador for International Day of People With Disability. Discover the ongoing fight for true inclusi
Meet the 2025 International Day of People with Disability ambassadors, including tech innovator Santiago Velasquez Hurtado and advocate Ronan Soussa, as they work to dismantle stereotypes and promote accessibility across Australia.
Canberra-based NDIS provider AbilitySeer supports over 200 participants with personalised disability services. Discover their growth from a sole trader to an 80-strong team committed to dignity and control.
A Geelong V/Line crew created a magical commute for an autistic boy, turning a train into a classroom. This inspiring act of inclusion on the International Day of People with Disability highlights community spirit.
On International Day of People with Disability, Aaron Green urges all Australians to embrace inclusion as a shared duty. Discover how we can build a more accessible and equitable society for everyone.
A Pilbara influencer has hidden a golden horseshoe in Karratha for a real-world treasure hunt. The finder wins $5,000 just before Christmas. Follow the clues on social media!
Sam Fender delivered an emotional final show of his People Watching tour in Perth, packing Kings Park with expats but omitting his Olivia Dean collab. Read our full review.
Chilling new documentary reveals never-before-seen footage of Jim Jones' descent into paranoia before the 1978 Jonestown massacre. A must-watch true crime investigation.
A 23-year-old Belmont North woman pleads not guilty to charges including predatory driving after an alleged hit-and-run on a 14-year-old e-bike rider in Redhead.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expresses support for Australian Border Force amid revelations of secret program transferring asylum seekers to safer fishing boats. Read the latest details.
Australian authorities have intercepted multiple fishing vessels in Broome suspected of being prepared for people smuggling operations. The significant seizure highlights ongoing border protection efforts.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Canberra rugby league referees chairman David Adams continued in role after child rape conviction. Read the shocking details.
British actor Jonathan Bailey breaks barriers as the first openly gay man to receive People magazine's prestigious Sexiest Man Alive title in its 2025 edition, marking a historic moment for LGBTQ+ representation.
The Shire of Murray's historic apology for the 1834 Pinjarra Massacre represents a rare example of genuine accountability that could transform Australia's reconciliation journey.
In a landmark moment blending celebration and reflection, millions of hectares of Cape York Peninsula are being returned to Aboriginal Traditional Owners, reshaping Queensland's cultural landscape.
Cairns celebrates significant progress on two crucial reservoir projects that will future-proof the region's water supply against drought and support continued population growth.