A rock fisherman's life jacket kept him afloat in heavy seas off Kiama, highlighting its critical importance. Surf lifesavers also responded to multiple after-hours rescues on Illawarra beaches over a scorching weekend.
An Adelaide woman faces life in prison after being charged with attempting to smuggle over $20 million worth of cocaine into South Australia. Her co-accused is hospitalised with meningitis.
A young woman is being treated for a suspected broken leg after a leap at The Farm, Killalea, prompted a major emergency response involving police, SES, and a rescue helicopter.
A Geelong man has admitted to drug driving after a crash. Cameron Lovell faced court and received a fine and licence loss. Read the full details.
A man fights for life after a Kiama beach rescue as NSW Surf Life Saving reveals seven drownings since New Year's Day. Authorities plead for water safety and self-responsibility.
A Townsville family's desperate fight for a lifesaving cancer drug is stalled by PBS bureaucracy. Their plea highlights systemic delays affecting patients across Australia. Read their story.
WA Police have seized firearms and a large quantity of drugs in a Nollamara raid, charging two people. The operation targeted high-harm offenders in the Mirrabooka district.
A Kiama developer has successfully added a fifth level to a Surf Beach apartment complex via the Land and Environment Court, securing approval for five extra units. Read the full details and conditions.
A 32-year-old man faces multiple charges after police seized $20,000 cash, methylamphetamine, heroin, GHB and stun guns during a firearms prohibition search in Cessnock. Read the full details.
Kiama Council greenlights 23 new rooms for Mercure Gerringong, tackling the Illawarra's critical tourist accommodation shortage. Plans include a rebrand and new facilities.
Newcastle police have charged two women after allegedly finding cocaine, MDMA, and $65,000 cash during a vehicle stop in Waratah West. Read the latest on this major drug supply case.
A 40-year-old woman is expected to face court after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found 15kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $13 million, in her luggage at Sydney International Airport.
Relive the year's most thrilling Illawarra sports stories. From the Hawks' NBL championship to local clubs ending decades-long droughts, discover the moments that defined 2025. Read the full countdown now.
A Canberra harm minimisation leader is pushing for a review of parole conditions that ban all drug use, arguing they clash with the ACT's decriminalisation approach and risk re-incarceration. Read the full report.
WA Police have disrupted organised crime, seizing 45kg of cocaine, 7kg of meth, and over $385,000 cash in Perth. Four men face 20 charges. Read the full details.
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
A 50-year-old woman has been charged with mid-range drink driving after allegedly crashing her Toyota LandCruiser into a Gerringong martial arts studio. No one was injured in the incident.
Surf lifesavers from Austinmer to Kiama stood in silent reflection on Illawarra beaches to honour those killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack. The community joined for a National Day of Reflection.
Kiama Council has formally opposed a state push for a 14-storey tower in Akuna Street, urging the Planning Minister to refuse the plan. Read the latest on this major development clash.
Police in Far North Queensland have uncovered a significant weapons cache and cannabis plantation in a major operation. Read the full details of the raids and arrests.
A detailed look at the cases heard at Cairns Magistrates Court on Tuesday, December 16, including traffic violations, drug possession, and theft. Discover the outcomes and legal proceedings.
A summary of all matters heard at Townsville Magistrates Court on Tuesday, December 16. Details on assault, drug, and traffic offences. Stay informed on local justice.
Sixteen people face a combined 400 charges after major drug raids across Townsville. Police seized meth, cash, and weapons in a significant crackdown on the local drug trade.
A Cairns man, just spared jail on other charges, was caught in a major meth trafficking bust hours later. Read the shocking details of the police sting.
Australian authorities have seized over 400kg of illegal drugs using a custom AI model. The 2025 State of the Service report highlights AI's role in boosting public service innovation and capability.
A Geelong dentist facing serious drug charges has been granted bail after a court heard of his $3.6 million gambling losses at Crown Casino. Read the full details of the case.
As Canberra faces a deadly overdose crisis, experts reveal stigma and access barriers prevent drug users from getting the most effective treatment: opioid prescription therapy. Learn why.
Repeat Cairns drug trafficker Fabian O'Hara has been sentenced to seven years behind bars. Read the full details of his arrest and sentencing here.
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, stolen property, and ammunition during a raid on a property near Tamworth. Read the full details.
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, cash, and stolen goods in a Tamworth region raid. Read the full details on the investigation.