Lake Macquarie City Council reveals a draft $80 million capital works plan for 2026-27, with over half earmarked for its fire-damaged Speers Point administration building. Discover the community projects set to benefit.
Australian swimming legend Liesel Jones opens up about using medical assistance to lose 25kg, battling PCOS and body image stigma. Watch her honest Sunrise interview.
While Josh Hazlewood misses the Ashes, his sister Casey provides vital breast cancer care. The McGrath Foundation's 18th Pink Test fundraiser aims to support more families.
Rural landholders like the Canberra Equestrian Centre are the critical buffer protecting ACT suburbs from bushfires. Learn how their Farm Firewise plans and community vigilance are key to safety this season.
The McGrath Foundation urges Australians to support its most ambitious Pink Test goal yet: selling 480,000 Virtual Pink Seats to fund nurses for 8,000 families facing cancer.
Start 2026 with a fresh slate. Discover the three high-performing, cult-favourite beauty essentials worth investing in to upgrade your daily routine and achieve a polished, natural look.
Discover how the University of New England's fee-free TRACKS and Foundation Programs are helping mature-aged students like Brooke Herczeg and Carla Penny build successful university futures, proving age and past grades are no barrier.
The annual Tim Gates Classic Fun Run saw thousands of participants hit the streets of Geelong, raising vital funds for the Give Where You Live Foundation. See the highlights and community spirit in action.
The football world is in mourning after the tragic death of former North Melbourne player Phoenix Spicer, a proud Nunggubuyu man, at just 23 years old.
City Beach in Perth reopened after a one-hour closure due to multiple shark sightings, including a 5-metre shark just 15 metres from shore. Stay informed with the latest beach safety alerts.
Thousands of Australian women are transforming their health with the equ program, which offers 9,000+ recipes. Enrolments are now open for the next 8-week challenge starting January 19.
Retired tennis champion Ash Barty addresses calls for a return to the court, stating she has 'no plans' to play professionally again. The 29-year-old is relishing family life and her new ventures.
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
The University of Newcastle's award-winning Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered program has transformed over 7000 lives, boosting girls' confidence and dads' mental health. Discover how this global initiative is tackling gender bias.
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Two young WA boys, Riley Coyne, 4, and Ace D'Agostino, 2, celebrate the gift of life this Christmas after a year battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Read their inspiring story of friendship and resilience.
The Shooting Stars program celebrated a decade of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls at a glamorous gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. See highlights from the night.
The Australian National University has scrapped its costly H course program for ACT college students, citing unsustainable expenses. Discover the impact and what alternative pathways are emerging.
A Torquay mother was told to prepare for the worst for her son, Leo. Now, with support from the Starlight Children's Foundation, he is thriving. Read his inspiring story.
With 21% of Australians living with a disability, Sport4All coaches are helping NSW clubs and schools break down barriers. Discover the simple, three-step process to create welcoming spaces for everyone.
The family of missing four-year-old August 'Gus' Lamont endures a sorrowful first festive season without him. The search near Yunta, SA, continues as experts discuss the trauma of ambiguous loss.
A Perth family's summer is transformed after a Telethon initiative gifts a UV-blocking pool shade for their son Toby, who has rare Cockayne Syndrome. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
Over 10,000 WA students will receive their ATAR results at 9pm tonight. Holly Brooks, a scholarship recipient, shares her journey and plans for a gap year. Find out more about this pivotal moment.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
A new $10 raffle offers a $50,000 gold bullion prize to fund vital melanoma research and free mobile skin checks across Australia, where one person dies every six hours.
A unique literacy program using therapy dogs is helping children in Townsville overcome reading anxiety and build confidence. See how these furry tutors make a difference.
A festive gift wrap fundraiser at Cairns Central is raising vital funds to upgrade the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital, providing crucial support for premature and sick newborns and their families.
A Grattan Institute report reveals stark inequalities in psychosocial support across Australia. Access should be based on need, not location. Read why reform is urgent.
Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart opens up about how raising his autistic daughter Emma shapes his parenting, coaching, and drives his foundation's new $5.1m disability home.
A Sydney mother of five shares how Juniper's dietitians and health coaches helped her lose 37.1kg over three years, transforming her physical and emotional health. Discover her journey.