David Parsons, a 26-year-old Indigenous doctor from Stockton, is fighting for recovery after a devastating motorhome crash days after his graduation. His family clings to hope as community support surges.
Residents in Newcastle's northern suburbs are reeling after a fierce storm tore through, uprooting trees, cutting power and flooding homes. The SES received 246 calls for help.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
Actress Evangeline Lilly shares a shocking health update, confirming brain damage from a concussion suffered in a freak beach accident last year. Get the full story.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley tore roofs from homes in Lombadina and Djarindjin. While Derby and Broome were spared, remote areas faced 157km/h winds and heavy rain. Read the latest on the clean-up.
Music legend Billy Joel stunned fans with a surprise live performance in Florida, his first since being diagnosed with a debilitating brain condition. Read the full story.
Melbourne Storm forward Eli Katoa faces a year out minimum after emergency brain surgery. The NRL is investigating Tonga's medical staff over his treatment. Read his inspiring recovery journey.
The historic Royal Crown Hotel in Dudley has been closed since May 2025 due to severe termite damage. Owner Michael Deer has lodged a DA for a three-stage restoration, aiming to reopen the beloved local in 2026. Read the full story.
Repair works for Townsville's Sooning Street Bridge suffer a major setback after materials are washed into Nelly Bay. The project faces new delays and environmental concerns.
A Townsville man's property was inundated with raw sewage following heavy rain, causing a health hazard. He demands action from the council. Read the full story.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley crossed the Kimberley coast as a category three system, causing significant damage, power outages, and forcing residents to seek shelter. Authorities are now assessing the full impact.
A Townsville resident's ordeal worsens as a driver crashes into their fence and faulty council CCTV fails to capture the incident. Read the full story of the frustrating aftermath.
Campers return to Gold Coast's Broadwater Tourist Park after a dangerous crane collapse and power line hazards. The emergency declaration has been revoked.
Police in Katherine, NT, have arrested three primary school-aged boys over a series of burglaries and property damage. Investigations continue for four other suspects.
The limited edition Shark FlexStyle Frosted Diamond hair styler is now $349.99, down from $899.99. This high-performance tool features over 20,000 crystals and professional-grade technology for all hair types. Grab this rare deal while it lasts.
Lyle John Gesah has been convicted in Townsville Magistrates Court for assault and wilful damage offences. Read the full details of the case and sentencing.
A punishing Sydney to Hobart has forced 33 yachts out, with crews reporting broken ribs, lost life rafts and major damage. Follow the dramatic race for line honours here.
The 100ft supermaxi Wild Thing 100 is the first major casualty of the 80th Sydney to Hobart, retiring with rigging damage. All crew are safe as the race continues. Download the 7NEWS app for live updates.
Once a festive favourite, Tasmanian farmed salmon faces a consumer boycott as evidence mounts of environmental damage, wildlife deaths, and antibiotic pollution. Discover the sustainable alternatives.
A major social housing project in Cairns faces extensive water damage, sparking political outrage. Discover the full story and what it means for Queensland's housing crisis.
A South Australian couple's wild theory about a meteorite hitting their new Tesla has been debunked by museum experts. Discover the strange details of the Augusta Highway incident.
A beloved 80-year-old rain tree in Cairns, deemed dangerous, must be removed. The extensive root damage has also condemned the adjacent family home, leaving owners devastated.
Southern Queensland and northern NSW hit by damaging storms with 113km/h winds and golf-ball hail. Power outages and property damage reported. Stay weather-aware.
The insurance cost for the Lake Macquarie City Council arson attack has surged to $41 million, with court revelations of a 'big developer' connection. Staff may not return until 2027.
A Canberra drink driver who hit a cyclist, causing severe brain injury, was recorded laughing about the incident. He avoided jail but faces strict community order. Read the full court report.
Robert Clive Gloss has been sentenced in Townsville Magistrates Court for a series of offences including assault and property damage. Read the full details of his sentencing.
A sports car left the road and slammed into a martial arts school in Wollongong. Police are investigating the incident that occurred on November 30.
Melbourne Storm's Eli Katoa provides a positive health update after emergency brain surgery, ruling him out of the 2026 NRL season. Get the latest on his recovery.
Australian neuroscientists discover our brains are growing larger to handle information overload. Learn how digital adaptation affects cognitive function and what it means for future generations.
A Corrimal woman developed nerve damage after her GP told her to 'chill out and take a multivitamin' for what turned out to be vitamin B6 poisoning. Learn about new TGA regulations.