Cairns water future uncertain despite current supply
Cairns' water supply is secure for now, but a new report warns of future shortages by 2031. Discover the critical infrastructure projects and challenges ahead for the region.
Cairns' water supply is secure for now, but a new report warns of future shortages by 2031. Discover the critical infrastructure projects and challenges ahead for the region.
Discover how Graham Brown turned a passion into a profession, capturing iconic Illawarra sporting moments and earning global recognition. His story is one of timing, persistence, and pure love for the game.
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Discover why water isn't tasteless. From artesian bores to lab purity, science explains how minerals, memory, and genes shape what we taste. Read more.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
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.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
An 18-year-old is recovering after a tow rope snapped on a lake south of Perth, causing serious injuries. He remains positive despite the ordeal.
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
The iconic Rip View Swim Classic is back in 2025, promising a thrilling open water challenge at Eastern Beach, Geelong. Dive into the details of this premier ocean swimming event.
A young man was saved from drowning on Christmas morning at Shoal Bay. His family now seeks the stranger who performed life-saving CPR. Read the dramatic story and vital water safety warning.
Six people were rescued in separate incidents across Victoria's waterways on Christmas Day, including paddleboarders blown 10km out to sea. Authorities urge water safety as summer risks rise.
A woman and a teen endured a frightening 18km paddleboard drift from Portarlington to Werribee on Christmas Day. Read about their dramatic rescue and essential water safety tips.
A 12-year-old girl has tragically died in hospital nearly two days after being found unresponsive in the water at Perth's Trigg Beach. The community is in mourning.
A 12-year-old girl is fighting for life after being rescued from a rip at Trigg Beach. Read the latest on this developing story and beach safety warnings.
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.
A major social housing project in Cairns faces extensive water damage, sparking political outrage. Discover the full story and what it means for Queensland's housing crisis.
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Four workmates were rescued by a ferry skipper after their boat capsized off Hillarys on Monday evening. Read the dramatic details of their 45-minute ordeal.
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
Popular Australian sports presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg has died in Los Angeles aged 41. Tributes flow for the former Triple M, Channel 7, and Stan Sport broadcaster.
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
A shark warning is in place for Kelp Beds Beach near Esperance following multiple sightings. Authorities urge swimmers and surfers to exercise extreme caution and check SharkSmart.
Water Corporation is forced to adjust thousands of customer bills after discovering systemic meter misreads. Find out if you're affected and what to do next.
A 19-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive in Logue Brook Dam near Harvey. Emergency services were called to the popular camping spot early Saturday morning.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
Hope fades for Victorian families after a water search for a missing fisherman off Cape Jaffa was suspended. The body of his friend was recovered earlier. Police urge public vigilance.
A 70-year-old man has died after being pulled from the water at Dunsborough Beach. Emergency services responded but could not save him. A report is being prepared for the coroner.