Summernats 38 endures heat, announces New Zealand expansion
Canberra's iconic Summernats car festival pushed through a scorching heatwave, crowned a grand champion and announced a 2027 expansion to New Zealand. Read the full story.
Canberra's iconic Summernats car festival pushed through a scorching heatwave, crowned a grand champion and announced a 2027 expansion to New Zealand. Read the full story.
From grippy Pilates socks to a new gin festival for charity, plus Kmart's biggest homeware drop and Scarborough's major concert return. Your guide to WA's must-see events and products.
Canberra's iconic Summernats car festival is expanding globally, with a New Zealand event set for 2027 following its US debut. The roaring success story continues.
Perth Wildcats owner Mark Arena urges the NBL to add a fourth import slot and include Asian teams in future expansion plans to boost competition and growth.
A potential $300 billion merger between Rio Tinto and Glencore could see Rio return to the Hunter Valley Operations coal mine, with significant implications for jobs and the project's scaled-back expansion plans. Read the latest analysis.
A delicious recap of the Illawarra's biggest food stories from 2025, featuring award-winning restaurants, iconic closures, and exciting new openings. Discover the region's culinary heartbeat.
Adelaide Airport is set for a record-breaking 2026, predicting 10.5 million passengers. Major airline expansions and new international routes are driving the growth. Discover what this means for South Australia.
Kiama Council greenlights 23 new rooms for Mercure Gerringong, tackling the Illawarra's critical tourist accommodation shortage. Plans include a rebrand and new facilities.
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
Popular Townsville cafe Stripes Coffee expands with a new store on Ingham Road. Discover the local success story and what's on offer at the new location.
Australians will soon say goodbye to iconic plastic items like soy sauce fish and bread tags as states roll out new bans. Discover what's changing and why in our full report.
A major expansion for St John of God Subiaco Hospital has been approved, adding a vital radiation oncology service. The new facility will save patients time and centralise cancer care in Perth.
The Australian National University has scrapped its costly H course program for ACT college students, citing unsustainable expenses. Discover the impact and what alternative pathways are emerging.
Two major NSW coal mine extensions have been referred for approval just days after the state's Net Zero Commission warned against them, sparking criticism from environmental groups.
Matt Renshaw and the Brisbane Heat arrive in Canberra after historic chase, as Sydney Thunder seek a turnaround. The match fuels Cricket ACT's bid for a BBL team of its own. Read more.
Exclusive: Four top coaches reveal the 13 Newcastle Rugby League players they believe could make the step up to the NRL, as expansion clubs Perth Bears and PNG Chiefs begin their talent search. Discover the local stars in the frame.
A parliamentary inquiry has recommended the ACT government halt Woolworths' proposed land purchase at Hawker Village until extensive community consultation is completed. Read the details.
Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian throws his support behind Canberra's push for an NBL team following a thrilling overtime victory in front of a packed AIS Arena crowd.
Hospitality duo behind Terra and Bar Outro open Pizzeria Officina in a converted Braddon garage, serving sourdough pizzas in a nostalgic, casual setting. Open for dinner and weekend lunch.
Perth's Il Locale pizza chain is giving diners a chance to have their January rent or mortgage paid. Enter by ordering pizza directly before 2026.
Canberra basketball fans have a crucial chance to prove their support as the city battles Sydney and the Gold Coast for an NBL expansion team. A sell-out game at AIS Arena could be the key.
Exclusive first look at the $100 million Townsville University Hospital expansion. See the new critical care tower and how it will transform healthcare for North Queensland. Read the full story.
Explore the untold story of Scarborough's Snake Pit, the 1950s Perth milk bar where bodgies and widgies defied convention, sparking a moral panic and forging Australia's first youth subculture. Discover the history.
Chevron has given final approval for a $3 billion expansion at its Gorgon LNG facility on Barrow Island, securing Western Australia's gas supply and jobs for decades. Read the full details.
The $65 million second stage of Kardinya Park Shopping Centre's redevelopment is now open, featuring 550 new parking bays, a wellness precinct, and an expanded Coles. Discover the new dining and retail options.
Newcastle Art Gallery opens its fourth new space, showcasing iconic Australian artworks worth over $30 million. Free Friday night event on December 19.
Kmart has reopened at Charlestown Square, delighting Hunter shoppers. The store is part of a major retail refresh, with Adidas and W Cosmetics also coming. Read more.
Join the festive fun at Scarborough Beach on Sunday, December 14 for a free community carols night featuring live music, Santa, and fireworks, all supporting Neuromuscular WA.
Parents get first look at Thornton Public School's major redevelopment, featuring 16 new classrooms and a library, set to double capacity by 2028 as part of a $2.1bn regional NSW schools upgrade.
Cricket ACT's bid for a Big Bash League team reaches crucial stage as Cricket Australia weighs expansion and privatisation. ACT government pledges $3 million support.