Townsville's Funniest Place Names Revealed
Explore the quirky and hilarious place names around Townsville, from Monkey Island to Tarzan. Discover the stories behind these uniquely Australian locations.
Explore the quirky and hilarious place names around Townsville, from Monkey Island to Tarzan. Discover the stories behind these uniquely Australian locations.
A 32-year-old man vanished while snorkelling for crayfish at Ledge Point Beach on New Year's Day. Police and volunteers are conducting a large-scale air and sea search. Read the latest updates.
A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
A large-scale ocean search is ongoing for a male snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. Police and rescue teams are involved. Read the latest updates.
A major search operation is underway for a missing snorkeler off Ledge Point, while a Perth teen is treated for a suspected shark bite at Catalina Beach. Get the latest updates.
Volunteer crews from Coast Guard Queenscliff successfully rescued two stranded mariners after their vessel broke down near Point Lonsdale. Read the full story of the dramatic night-time rescue.
The historic Point Lonsdale Lighthouse foghorn will be silent for New Year's Eve after a motor failure. Parks Victoria is working on a fix for the beloved coastal icon.
A massive section of cliff is dangerously unstable above a popular Surf Coast beach. Authorities urge visitors to avoid the area and stay safe. Read the latest safety alert.
Hundreds of swimmers braved the waves for the Burson Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim 2025 at Point Roadknight, Anglesea. See the stunning photos and full event recap here.
Speers Point couple Tim Binns and Frances Beaumont forced to retire their yacht Titoki from the Sydney to Hobart due to multiple defects and a battery fire. Read their story and see how other local boats are faring.
New research reveals the true cost of a Perth home over 25 years can double the price tag. Expert warns against overpaying in competitive market. Learn the full financial commitment.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
Queensland deploys new speed and red-light cameras at high-risk locations to combat a road safety crisis. See the full list of targeted intersections and highways.
A 37-year-old father is in stable condition after a brazen shooting on a coastal road near Geelong. Police are investigating the targeted attack. Read the latest.
Canberra tennis player Ashleigh Simes has won a place in the Australian Open's Million Dollar One Point Slam. The 22-year-old will compete for a $1m prize against stars like Djokovic and Sabalenka.
For years, a mysterious rocky path at Broulee's Barlings Beach puzzled locals. Tim the Yowie Man investigates and uncovers its surprising 1980s origins. Read the full story.
Port Stephens Council's decision to keep 105 car spaces closed at Birubi Point this summer has locals fearing for swimmer safety and predicting traffic gridlock. Read the full story.
Lake Macquarie Council reports a brazen theft of 23 heavy sandstone blocks from The Esplanade. The $10,000 loss prompts a police investigation and a call for public dashcam footage.
John Hanscombe draws parallels between Pacific cargo cults and failed Australian projects, questioning the promised economic 'cargo' of Tasmania's new stadium. Will history repeat? Share your view.
The mother of Wellington Point State High School graduate Joshua Kai Belden thanks the community for support after his sudden death. Tributes flow for the 18-year-old. Read more.
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.
Tasmania's parliament has approved the contentious $1.13 billion Macquarie Point stadium, a key condition for the state's entry into the AFL and AFLW in 2028. The divisive project now moves forward.
ACT Police are searching for six teenagers after a staff member at a Tuggeranong nail salon sustained serious facial injuries in an alleged dispute over unpaid services. Images of two girls have been released.
Out-of-control bushfire threatens WA homes. Residents in Bluff Point, Spalding, Sunset Beach urged to evacuate immediately. Over 3000 properties affected by power outages.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
Wellington Point State High School community grieves after Year 12 student's sudden death. Principal urges social media respect as graduation proceeds sensitively.
Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale residents are campaigning against a proposed Coles supermarket, advocating instead for a community-owned eco-centre. Join the movement shaping the Bellarine's future.
Ray Nicol, 57, killed in alleged hit-and-run near Bundaberg. The beloved lifeguard and dog trainer is remembered by family and community. Police charge 20-year-old driver.
Uber has been slapped with a $250,000 fine for allowing ineligible drivers to carry passengers in NSW. The company pleaded guilty to 57 safety breaches. Read the full story.
Burswood Point's $4 billion transformation continues with a new hospitality building in Precinct B, reshaping Perth's riverside dining scene. Discover the vision.