A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
A 109-year-old message in a bottle from WWI soldiers found on an Esperance beach has reunited families. They now seek a national museum to preserve this poignant piece of Australian history.
As a severe heatwave looms, we revisit the Hunter's 1939 furnace that killed scores, halted work, and left a tragic mark on local records. Discover the history to understand the present.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
Explore a fascinating year from the Illawarra Mercury's history column, featuring tales of drunken tree-chopping, fiery ships, political threats, and vintage crime. Dive into 170 years of local stories.
Secret government documents unsealed reveal the chaotic collapse of Geelong's Pyramid Building Society in 1990, exposing a frantic cover-up. Read the full investigation.
A rediscovered 1912 book, 'The Ideal Western Australia', reveals the ambitious social blueprint for the state. Explore the untold history of WA's planned future.
Nowra's beloved 90-year-old Roxy Cinemas has triumphantly reopened after severe flood damage. Discover the careful restoration that blends modern upgrades with cherished Art Deco heritage.
Townsville Choral Society brings back the hit ABBA musical Mamma Mia! for an encore season at the Civic Theatre after sold-out 2023 shows. Book your tickets now!
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
A Victorian man's attempt to avoid a Working With Children Check due to historical offences has been rejected by VCAT. The tribunal upheld the need for child safety. Read the full ruling.
Discover Bishop's Waltham, a tranquil English town with a violent past hosting Romans, Vikings, Normans, and Napoleon's defeated admiral. Explore its scars and survival. Read more.
Russell Crowe delivers a standout performance as Nazi Hermann Göring in the new historical drama Nuremberg. Discover the film's gripping courtroom drama and powerful themes. Read our full review now.
Discover LOVING exhibition at Canberra Museum featuring 4000 historical photos of male couples from 1850s-1950s. Opens December 6 alongside local queer portraits.
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.
Fort Scratchley's major fundraiser, the Music of the Guns concert, was unexpectedly cancelled, costing the historical society $2000 and disappointing ticket holders. The event is now rescheduled for February.
Discover how Alfred Hawes Stone's remarkable diary and camera captured early colonial Perth, offering unprecedented insights into WA's foundation years. Explore this fascinating historical treasure!
A 57-year-old photographer faces multiple charges including sexual assault after meeting a woman through social media. Case reopened as part of ACT police review into sexual assault handling.
Queensland Police seek information about alleged historical abuse at Aitkenvale State School. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
Australians are losing trust in experts while misinformation spreads. Learn why critical thinking and personal research are essential in today's information age.
National audit reveals no major Australian supermarket meets plastic sustainability standards. Shippers pay more to avoid plastic packaging. Discover the full investigation.
Newcastle residents are divided over a controversial plan to rename a Stockton street after Adolphe, with critics calling it insensitive and supporters defending historical accuracy.
Former Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sexual abuse, has been found guilty of additional historical offences against children in Western Australia's District Court.
Tasmania becomes the first Australian state to offer comprehensive expungement for historical LGBTQIA+ convictions, with Premier Jeremy Rockliff delivering a formal apology.
Disgraced Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sex offences, now confronts additional historical charges as Western Australian authorities continue investigating his dark past.
A poignant World War I letter from a South Australian soldier to his mother has been uncovered after more than a century, revealing heartbreaking final words before his Gallipoli deployment.
Australian media icon Ita Buttrose argues modern society doesn't value mothers properly and motherhood needs a significant rebrand to reflect its true worth.
Discover stunning archival photos from Queen Elizabeth II's historic 1954 visit to Wollongong, as local resident Margaret Tougher shares her personal memories of the royal occasion that captivated the Steel City.
Discover the untold story behind the century-old daffodil cross at Sponars Chalet in the Snowy Mountains - a floral mystery that continues to baffle visitors and historians alike.
Step back in time to witness Geelong's most magnificent public celebration - the 1916 Gala Day Parade that brought colour and joy to a city grappling with World War I.