Wollongong City Council has secured Flagstaff Hill as an alternate launch site for Australia Day fireworks after dangerous swells forced a New Year's Eve cancellation. Learn about the new safety measures.
The fourth film in the iconic zombie franchise delivers brutal violence and a surprising glimmer of hope. Read our full review of the new Australian release.
Discover the freedom of exploring New Zealand's stunning Bay of Plenty region by motorhome. Our guide covers the best campsites, scenic drives, and must-see attractions for the ultimate road trip.
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
The Geelong Australia Day fireworks and family event is cancelled. Organiser expresses heartbreak as council urges calm and respect for differing views on the national day.
Geelong Council unveils new Australia Day plans after cancelling the longstanding event. Discover the fresh approach and community-focused activities for 2025.
Federal MPs will return early to debate Australia's 'toughest ever' hate laws, targeting radicalisation and visa cancellations, following the Bondi terror attack. Read the latest.
New Balance reveals its 2026 Australian Open apparel range, featuring new cuts and a first-ever global release. Get the ultimate performance looks for summer tennis.
Maestro Mark Coughlan led the Vienna Pops Orchestra in Perth Rotary's 38th New Year's Eve Gala at UWA's Winthrop Hall. Discover the highlights from a night of Viennese tradition and world-class WA talent.
Crown Perth rang in 2026 with a glamorous 80s-themed gala, celebrating its 40-year history from Burswood Island Casino. See the exclusive party highlights and history exhibition.
All victims of the deadly New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort bar have been identified, with more than half being teenagers. One Australian was among the injured.
Police and community search for Brittany, missing from Nelson Bay since December 31. Follow live updates on the developing situation and other Hunter news.
Take a nostalgic trip through Geelong's iconic 1980s and 1990s New Year's Eve street parties. See the classic celebrations that defined the city's festive spirit. Dive into the photo gallery now!
Lucas Reid, 15, who survived the 2021 Hillcrest Primary School tragedy, has died after his e-bike hit a pole in Devonport on New Year's Eve. The community mourns anew.
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.
Australians are among those grieving after a fire at a Swiss ski resort bar killed 40, many of them teenagers. Survivors recount the horror and the agonising wait for news. Read their stories.
Wollongong City Council will review the cancelled New Year's Eve fireworks after a wave washed over the breakwall. The probe will ask why there was no Plan B. Read the full story.
Zahara Mamdani is inaugurated as the 110th mayor of New York, promising transformative policies on housing, climate, and equity. Follow her historic journey.
Italian teen golfer Emanuele Galeppini identified as first victim in Crans-Montana fire that killed 40. The rising star was celebrating New Year's Eve. Read the full story.
A promotional video shows indoor pyrotechnics at the Swiss bar where a fire killed 40 on New Year's Eve. An Australian is among the injured. Read the latest updates.
An Australian witness describes the horror of the New Year's Eve fire at a Swiss ski resort that killed 40. His girlfriend's decision saved their lives. Read the full story.
A deadly explosion ripped through a bar in the luxury Swiss ski town of Crans-Montana in the early hours of New Year's Day. Several people are dead and others injured. Get the latest updates.
A dramatic New Year's Eve lightning strike in Canberra's south caused a major power outage, leaving shoppers in the dark and affecting over 1200 properties. Read how the community and emergency crews responded.
A 12-year-old girl was hospitalised after an alleged stabbing at Salisbury Interchange on New Year's Eve. Three teenage girls have been charged. Police say there is no ongoing risk.
New Year's Eve celebrations at a Melbourne drive-in turned into an emergency as a grassfire, believed sparked by fireworks, required a major firefighting response. Get the latest details.
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
A 35-year-old Irish tourist has died in a drowning at Queensland's Whitehaven Beach. Police are investigating as the Whitsundays community mourns the tragic start to the new year.
Perth welcomed 2026 with spectacular fireworks and a subdued crowd of 130,000. The 'new norm' of heavily armed WA Police patrols was on full display, reflecting heightened safety concerns post-Bondi. Read the full story.
An eight-year-old Melbourne boy has minted the world's first coin for 2026 at the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra, marking 60 years of decimal currency. Discover the commemorative design and join the celebration.