Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
The City of Canning has completed a $3 million upgrade to Riverton Leisureplex, featuring a new pool, improved accessibility, and better facilities for families and wellness groups. Explore the changes.
Get ready for festive fun at the South Canberra Community Markets this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Santa photos with pets, farm buggy rides, kids' crafts, stalls, food, and live music, all supporting local youth charities.
The City of Perth rolls out extra patrols, CCTV and community events to ensure a safe and vibrant CBD this summer and school holidays. Read about the OneCity Together for Summer initiative.
Residents of an Adelaide street are fighting an average of 26 wrong-way drivers daily. Local Stephen Merrett is leading a petition for traffic cameras to stop the dangerous trend.
A man has died after being pulled from the unpatrolled Murray Rose Pool in Sydney's Double Bay. Emergency services were unable to revive him. A report is being prepared for the coroner.
Investigators reveal two aircraft were visible to each other before a tragic collision near The Oaks that claimed three lives. Read the latest findings from the ATSB interim report.
Olympic diver Sam Fricker is campaigning to keep Lambton Pool's diving facilities open after a safety inspection forced a temporary closure, impacting 70 local athletes. Read more.
Security cameras captured a woman trespassing for a swim in a Montville holiday home pool, leaving muddy footprints. Homeowners report incident to police.
Beau Bradford, 15, died after being struck by an object on a Surfers Paradise construction site. The tragedy has sparked calls for improved workplace safety.
Perth's record-breaking start to summer saw influencers and revellers cool off at the exclusive Sun Sets event at Crown Towers Pool, featuring live DJs and champagne. Get the full social scoop.
Hunter United Diving Academy's season is in crisis after City of Newcastle closed Lambton pool's dive tower and boards following SafeWork NSW notices. The only diving facility in the Hunter is now severely limited.
Child safety experts reveal how online predators are targeting children during holidays. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your family this Christmas.
WA Premier Roger Cook faces criticism over VacSwim program cuts as state records 27 drownings this season. Government maintains focus on school-based swimming lessons.
Five boys had a lucky escape after a jumping castle was lifted by strong winds in Sydney's southwest. Four were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
A Redfern e-bike fire becomes NSW's 100th lithium-ion battery blaze this year, sparking urgent safety warnings from fire authorities about the technology experts admit we don't fully understand.
A 15-year-old Beechworth Secondary College student suffered crushed hand and severed fingertips in workshop accident. WorkSafe charges Education Department with safety breaches.
A stunning four-bedroom Tullimbar residence, featuring a saltwater pool and covered alfresco area, is on the market. Priced from $1.495m, it's perfect for families who love to entertain.
UNSW researchers recommend trialling 30km/h zones in Canberra's high-pedestrian areas. Discover how lower speeds combined with education could transform road safety.
Parents at Neville Bonner Primary School express anxiety after student brings knife to school. Learn about the incident response and ongoing safety concerns.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
A group of regular swimmers, including Gerringong Surf Club members, rescued a man from a dangerous rip at Werri Beach. The incident highlights growing water safety concerns.
Australian households with pools can save significantly using automated cleaning systems that reduce energy, chemical and maintenance costs during the cost-of-living crisis.
Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are national hotspots for dog attacks on postal workers, with Australia Post reporting over 1190 incidents in six months. Secure your dog to protect posties.
Protect your travels with fire-retardant bags for lithium batteries. Find the FirePro bag at Bunnings for $18.93. A must-have for responsible Australian travellers.
Mount Duneed residents demand immediate action on Boundary Road's dangerous truck traffic after multiple near-misses. Locals fear for children's safety as heavy vehicles dominate residential streets.
Geelong's school crossing supervisors filed 62 safety complaints in just 4 months, raising urgent concerns about student and worker protection. Read the investigation findings.
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Perth's Merse Wellness Spa sold out before opening, capitalising on booming demand for ice fountains and magnesium pools. Discover the latest wellness trends taking the city by storm.
Plans for a $3 million restaurant, bar, and kiosk at Millers Pool on the South Perth foreshore are now open for public comment. Have your say on the new venue.