NSW teen snooker prodigy chases cyber security dream
Illawarra's Zac Hilton, a national snooker champion, swaps the green baize for a keyboard, pursuing a Bachelor of Computing Science at UOW after excelling in cybersecurity. Discover his journey.
Illawarra's Zac Hilton, a national snooker champion, swaps the green baize for a keyboard, pursuing a Bachelor of Computing Science at UOW after excelling in cybersecurity. Discover his journey.
An 18-year-old man has died after his car left the road and hit a tree near Beelerup on Saturday evening. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.
A teenage boy is fighting for life after his e-bike collided with a parked car in Anglesea. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Saturday afternoon.
An 18-year-old man has died after his Ford Falcon ute left the road and hit a tree near Donnybrook in WA's South West. Major Crash investigators appeal for witnesses.
A woman has died after a tree branch fell on her car on Macquarie Pass as severe storms batter the NSW coast. The SES warns of dangerous conditions and flash flooding.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s sees 4.7 million accounts deactivated in one month. The government calls it a success, but questions arise over the data.
A 13-year-old boy is in hospital after a collision with a car in Unanderra, fuelling calls for mandatory number plates on e-bikes. Police urge riders to wear helmets.
A Yorkeys Knob restaurant was targeted by teenagers in a second alleged break-in within four weeks. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses. Read the latest Cairns crime news.
A 14-year-old boy suffered head and arm injuries after a jump went wrong at the Mount Kembla motocross track. The incident follows another serious crash at the same location just days earlier.
A 19-year-old aspiring world champion Muay Thai fighter was fatally stabbed in Melbourne's CBD. The tragedy has shocked the local community. Read the full story.
Barnaby Joyce argues Australia's social media ban for under-16s causes 'more harm than good' as Meta confirms removing 500,000 accounts. Read the full debate.
A teenage boy and girl were seriously injured in a crash between an e-bike and a car on Whitfords Avenue, Padbury. Police are appealing for witnesses.
The Newcastle community is urged to assist in locating a missing teenager from Maryland. Follow live updates on the search and other local news from the Hunter Region.
Struggling to get your teen to read? Discover seven top book recommendations from Australian teenagers themselves, plus expert tips on fostering a love of reading.
One month into Australia's world-first social media age verification law, teens are finding workarounds while some feel cut off. Explore the mixed impact and expert analysis.
WA Police have launched Operation Moorhead, targeting a youth gang in Perth's north. A 17-year-old has been charged with serious offences. Read the latest on the crackdown.
Vulnerable Australian teens report increased distress and isolation following the under-16s social media ban, with Kids Helpline receiving nearly 100 related contacts. Experts and parents grapple with the consequences.
A 17-year-old boy is fighting for life after a stabbing in Sydney's west. In separate news, seven people charged over an alleged $8 million Toyota car theft ring in Brisbane.
A 14-year-old boy faces court over an alleged arson attack on a Perth store, linked to a crime syndicate's illicit tobacco turf war. Police strongly oppose bail.
A 17-year-old has been charged after allegedly attacking a rideshare driver with a machete in Sydney's west when the driver refused to play his music. The driver was hospitalised.
Three Albany teenagers face court over a serious assault on York Street on New Year's Eve. Police allege the victim was punched and kicked. Read the latest details.
Police are appealing for public help to find April Ansell, 14, missing from Wyoming on the Central Coast since Friday morning. Live updates from the Newcastle Herald.
A 14-year-old girl accused of filming a 'humiliating' attack on a 12-year-old at a Salisbury transport hub has been granted bail. The victim is now experiencing complications from her wounds.
A 15-year-old boy has died after crashing an e-bike in Tasmania's north coast, raising urgent safety concerns. Police are investigating as experts warn of rising dangers for young riders.
A 17-year-old boy will face court after police allegedly found a loaded gun in a crashed Porsche on a Western Sydney golf course, with detectives linking him to underworld plans for a public shooting.
A multi-agency search resumes for a 25-year-old man at Coogee and a 14-year-old boy at Palm Beach after separate incidents. Authorities issue urgent warnings after multiple drownings on the NSW coast. Stay informed and stay safe.
Wollongong police are appealing for information to locate Ellirah Voltz, 13, missing from Bellambi since December 27. Concerns are held for her welfare.
A 17-year-old girl faces 10 charges after allegedly stealing a car, leading police on a pursuit, and filming the crime for social media in South Nowra. Read the full story.
WA Police have charged two more teenagers over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Aubin Grove on Christmas Eve. The investigation continues as the community reels from the tragedy.
A teenage boy is in a serious condition after being injured by a sea biscuit at Lake Kepwari. Emergency services performed a complex rescue. Read the latest details.