Victorian Schools Targeted in Major Cyber Attack
A significant cyber attack has breached Victorian government schools, exposing personal details of thousands of students. Authorities are investigating and implementing safeguards.
A significant cyber attack has breached Victorian government schools, exposing personal details of thousands of students. Authorities are investigating and implementing safeguards.
A wave of federal department office relocations is planned for Canberra from 2026, involving Infrastructure, Tax, Defence and more. Discover the timelines and costs.
A Kirrawee man has pleaded guilty to lighting fires in the Royal National Park during a heatwave, claiming he did it to photograph 'faces' in the smoke. Read the shocking court details.
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.
WA's fire chief Darren Klemm reveals alarming arson rates, with crews battling nearly six suspicious blazes daily in December. Authorities urge public vigilance.
The Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has handed down its final report. Chair Nick Kaldas describes a feeling of relief, not triumph, and urges the government to act swiftly on its recommendations.
A South Australian tourist park's decision to rebrand as an adults-only 'peaceful sanctuary' has ignited fierce online discussion. Discover why owners made the switch and the growing trend for child-free travel.
The Queensland Government faces accusations of greenwashing and hiding the environmental impact of a new $3.6bn Olympic stadium at Brisbane's Victoria Park. Critics warn of catastrophic heritage loss. Read the full story.
An independent review warns the WA department created to manage the energy transition could actually slow the move from coal. Read the critical findings and government response.
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
NSW Department of Education to publish public school capacity for non-local students from 2026. Find out which Illawarra schools have space and the new transparent enrolment system.
More than 600 school cleaners in the Hunter and Central Coast begin 2026 as permanent NSW public sector employees, marking the first shift to public hands in 30 years.
Campers return to Gold Coast's Broadwater Tourist Park after a dangerous crane collapse and power line hazards. The emergency declaration has been revoked.
Exclusive: Hundreds of vulnerable children in NSW out-of-home care face an unstable new year as systemic failures, high-risk placements and a lack of caseworker contact are revealed. Read the full investigation.
Civilian staff at the Department of Defence have lodged a record number of workers' compensation claims, with over half linked to psychological stress. Read the full analysis of the APS mental health crisis.
Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie faces a critical career decision. Should he stay in the portfolio or move on? Explore the political stakes and his future.
The Bruce Highway south of Cairns has fully reopened after an $80 million repair project to fix extensive cyclone damage. The vital transport link is now safer and more resilient for Far North Queensland.
Fogarty Park in Cairns CBD has reopened after a major $4.5 million revitalisation, restoring the beloved waterfront space for community events and daily enjoyment.
A Canberra public servant sacked for making frequent, unsubstantiated complaints has lost his unfair dismissal claim. The Fair Work Commission found his behaviour was 'vexatious and malicious'.
Townsville City Council accelerates construction of new public toilets at Pallarenda and Rowes Bay parks after securing additional funding. Read about the local upgrade.
Western Australia's annual gift drive hits a major milestone, delivering festive cheer and 500 Scitech passes to children and young people in out-of-home care. Discover how the community rallied.
The Department of Defence has been convicted and fined $188,000 for failing to manage psychosocial risks, leading to a worker's death at RAAF Base Williamtown. Read the full details.
A new coastal walkway masterplan is being developed to connect Lake Macquarie and the Central Coast, promising a boost for recreation and tourism. Discover the proposed route and timeline.
WA Health issues a public health alert after a measles case visited sites in Hillarys and Claremont. Check exposure times and monitor for symptoms for 7-18 days.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Die-hard Swifties get an early Christmas gift as Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show, a 3.5-hour concert film featuring 'The Tortured Poets Department', streams on Disney+ in Australia.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Ditch boring presents this Christmas. A ticket to Jamberoo Action Park offers a full day of family thrills and splash-filled fun. Discover NSW's largest family-owned water park.
Ignatius Park College has set the date and venue for its 2025 Senior Formal. Discover the exciting theme and all the key details for this milestone event in Townsville.
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.