A spike in vandalism and illegal camping at Port Kennedy Scientific Park is endangering the 700ha coastal reserve. Authorities are urging the community to report illegal activity to protect the site.
Torquay residents slam a new $80,000 roundabout sign as confusing and more dangerous than before. Locals demand action from VicRoads to fix the safety hazard.
The new pedestrian laneway connecting Union and Market Streets in Geelong is officially open, enhancing city access and supporting local businesses. Discover the transformation.
Wollongong residents have shared ambitious ideas, including a tunnel and a Las Vegas-style sign, for the Flinders St 'arrival boulevard' revamp. What do you think should happen?
Motorists are urged to avoid Perth CBD this Saturday afternoon and evening due to major congestion from free WASO Christmas concerts. Plan your travel now.
A woman accused of setting fire to a Hamilton bank and massage parlour has been granted Supreme Court bail to enter a residential rehabilitation program. Sharlene Williams, 37, will be under house arrest until a bed becomes available.
A 53-year-old man has been charged with serious assault after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Friday night on Anderson Street. Read the full details.
Perth's iconic 1901 Bon Marche Arcade secures a $1 million heritage grant to become short-stay accommodation, revitalising Barrack Street. A new chapter for CBD heritage.
Mount Isa detectives appeal for public dashcam footage after a 33-year-old man is charged over an alleged serious assault on Atherton Street earlier this month.
City of Newcastle plans to convert the former Astor Street landfill into a major solar farm, battery storage, and heavy EV charging facility, a key part of its 2030 net zero emissions target. Read the full plan.
A multi-vehicle crash involving a truck and cars caused morning chaos on a major Townsville road. Emergency services responded to the scene on Woolcock Street. Read the latest details.
Newcastle Herald readers share strong views on architectural facadism, the heritage-listed Ocean Baths, high-density risks, and the city's shifting political landscape. Read the full community debate.
Townsville's iconic Finnegans Hotel has undergone a $1.5 million transformation and name change to The Condo Hotel. Discover the new look and what it means for the city's hospitality scene.
A vegan traveller's search for the best plant-based banh mi in Hanoi, Vietnam. Discover four unique spots, from tourist hubs to hidden alley gems, with honest ratings and prices.
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.
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.
Three Newcastle Art School graduates explore chronic illness, menopause, and dreams in the powerful 'Unseen Unspoken' exhibition at Watt Space Gallery. Open until December 13.
A 41-year-old man has died after a targeted shooting at a Slacks Creek property. Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public as investigations continue.
Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate a 14-year-old Cairns girl last seen in Manunda on November 28. Her family is deeply concerned for her welfare.
A major redevelopment plan for Braddon's historic Coggan's Bakery and Waves Carwash sites proposes 13-storey apartments, a luxury hotel, and a public park. Discover the details of this transformative project for Canberra's inner north.
A coroner details the fatal crash of Joseph Suwedi, who drove at high speed after drinking eight pints. The inquest highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the ACT.
Nick Triantafillou's interactive Christmas light display in Fairy Meadow is back, featuring K-Pop Demon Hunters hits. See the details for its final season before a two-year hiatus.
A $100,000 state grant empowers West Leederville's Flower District Town Team to co-design a safer, people-focused Northwood Street. Community consultation starts in 2026.
Residents of an Adelaide street are fighting an average of 26 wrong-way drivers daily. Local Stephen Merrett is leading a petition for traffic cameras to stop the dangerous trend.
Executive psychologist Melanie Fisher joins the WA Football board as Martina Crowley wins a second term. Discover the new strategy and challenges ahead for the sport in Western Australia.
A cherished Geelong retail hub is shutting its doors, with Prospect Rentarack, Mekko Market and Cafe set to close on June 30. The owners hint at a potential future revival in a new format. Read more.
The Crownview apartment complex in Wollongong remains vacant due to serious defects, despite a severe housing crisis. Buyers await resolution a decade on. Read the full investigation.
April Ooi reviews Ancom in Mount Lawley, a vibrant cafe serving rare Vietnamese dishes like banh xeo and banh khot. Discover the must-try shaking beef and Hanoi-style pho.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
A former University of Wollongong student accommodation site could be transformed with apartment towers up to 15 storeys high, delivering around 300 new homes near the CBD and hospital. Read the latest plans.