Port Stephens oyster shortage for Christmas after setbacks
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
Flight Centre Travel Group accelerates its cruise strategy with the acquisition of UK online leader Iglu, aiming to double total transaction value to over $2 billion by 2026. Discover the details.
Thermidor Oyster Bar & Brasserie shuts its doors, with owners citing rising costs and tough trading conditions. Industry warns more closures could follow across the Hunter.
A beloved South Australian craft brewery is closing its doors after 15 years, citing rising costs and market pressures. Read the full story of its journey and final farewell.
South Australia leads the nation with new safety rules for adult entertainers after reports of falls and unsanitary conditions. A former worker reveals the industry's hidden dangers.
West Australian families face a building industry 'snake-pit' as the government reviews contract laws. Minister Buti promises 2026 reforms after 740 survey responses highlighted systemic failures.
Health experts Laura Hunter & Danielle McMullen reveal Big Tobacco's cynical push for a vaping tax that protects cigarette profits & hooks a new generation. Read the disturbing truth.
Acclaimed Hollywood film editor Chris Lebenzon, known for 'Con Air' and 'Top Gun', has swapped Los Angeles for the coastal charm of Barwon Heads. Discover his story and new life in regional Victoria.
South Australia's mining and agricultural sectors clash over new legislation granting explorers easier access to farmland. Farmers claim they are an 'afterthought'. Read the full story.
Australian health experts are raising the alarm as the alcohol industry markets 'healthy' drinks to wellness-focused Gen Z. Learn the risks and the call for stricter regulation.
WA Premier Roger Cook faces pressure as fishing businesses reel from the demersal ban. A promised government helpline for impacted workers is revealed to be non-existent.
A major rebuild of South Australia's iconic Dog Fence is halfway complete, protecting the $4bn livestock industry. Yet, wild dog attacks remain a critical issue in one region. Read the latest update.
Australian caravan manufacturer Zone RV has collapsed into administration, resulting in 120 job losses. Administrators are now assessing the future of the business. Read the full story.
Parkway Drive's ambitious Park Waves festival, set to rock Australia in 2025, has been cancelled. Rising costs crush a headbanger's dream lineup. Full refunds issued.
Australia's data explosion is reshaping retail, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. Discover the ripple effects and how businesses must adapt to thrive.
Western Australia has a unique opportunity to set the national standard for sustainable fisheries management, balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship. Discover how.
Queensland luxury caravan manufacturer Zone RV enters voluntary administration, jeopardising customer deposits and 250 jobs weeks before Christmas. Full story on the industry crisis.
Rising Tide climate activists have disrupted the world's largest coal port in Newcastle, with 16 people locking themselves to equipment. The protest follows mass arrests over the weekend.
WA's new Chamber of Minerals and Energy boss Aaron Morey reveals energy security as the critical foundation for the state's economic transformation and job creation.
Construction super fund giant Cbus hit with a massive $23.5m penalty for systemic failures in death benefit processing, raising concerns for Australia's $4.3tr not-for-profit super sector.
Rising Tide activists have entered Newcastle's shipping channel, disrupting coal exports in a major climate protest. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
Explore Australia's breathtaking black sand beaches that rival international destinations. From Honeysuckle Beach's wild beauty to geological wonders, discover coastal gems beyond the usual white sands.
Tragedy strikes as Australia's celebrated winemaker Stephen McWilliams perishes in a devastating house fire. Learn about his legacy and the investigation.
Proposed environmental law reforms could demonise Australia's oil and gas industry, threatening jobs and energy security. Learn how these changes may impact the nation.
Anthony Albanese's proposed environmental legislation threatens Australia's mining success story, risking jobs and economic growth. Learn how these changes could impact the nation.
WA Premier Roger Cook declares federal environmental law overhaul could have been better for industry but praises WA engagement. Read the full analysis.
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
The Australian government mandates streaming services invest 7.5% of local revenue in homegrown drama and documentaries. Discover how this boosts Illawarra's film industry.
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.