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.
Relive May 2025 in Canberra: David Smith narrowly holds Bean against Jessie Price, and the Lanyon community saves its beloved Point Hut Dog Exercise Area. See the gallery.
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.
From a heroic water rescue to a shocking daylight robbery, revisit the viral video moments that captured Geelong's attention and sparked major conversations in 2025.
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.
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.
Geelong Hospital celebrates the arrival of Knox, the region's first baby of 2024. Born to proud parents, his birth brings joy and marks a special New Year's Day.
Geelong Advertiser readers have shared breathtaking photos of the region's landscapes and wildlife. See the stunning winning entries and finalists from our recent competition.
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.
An 11-year-old girl is missing from Burnside on the Sunshine Coast. Police hold grave concerns and believe she may be with a woman living rough. Anyone with information must contact police immediately.
ACT Police made more than a dozen arrests for assaults and dangerous driving during New Year's Eve celebrations. A 19-year-old was caught driving at 198km/h. Read the full report.
Two men were seriously injured in a stabbing on Lygon Street, Carlton, on New Year's Eve. Police are investigating the targeted attack and seeking witnesses.
Thousands flocked to Geelong's waterfront to welcome 2025 with a dazzling fireworks show. See the highlights and community spirit that made the night unforgettable.
Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve on Newcastle's Foreshore as families and revellers shared hopes for travel and adventure in 2026. NSW Police ran a major operation amid health warnings about dangerous drugs.
A man in his 40s suffered serious facial injuries after being struck by a wayward firework at Stockton Beach on New Year's Eve. He was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital in a stable condition.