Australian stocks navigate 2025's metals boom and tariff turmoil
The ASX200 closed 2025 up 6.8% despite a global rollercoaster. Discover how gold miners soared, Trump's tariffs rattled markets, and AI hype fuels the 2026 outlook.
The ASX200 closed 2025 up 6.8% despite a global rollercoaster. Discover how gold miners soared, Trump's tariffs rattled markets, and AI hype fuels the 2026 outlook.
A multi-vehicle collision at Stock and Phoenix Roads in Spearwood has crippled traffic on New Year's Eve. Multiple lanes blocked and traffic lights out. Avoid the area.
The Australian share market closed slightly lower on Monday, with the ASX200 falling 0.1% amid thin trading volumes ahead of the New Year holiday. Discover the day's top performers and laggards.
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A 31-year-old driver from Millicent died after crashing into a tree on Hinton Rd, Suttontown. Three passengers, including a child, were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
A young man is in hospital after a serious motorbike crash on a Townsville street early Monday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
The ASX's Santa Claus rally is a real phenomenon, with the market up over 4% this December. We explore the data, psychology, and surprising history behind this seasonal surge. Is it astrology or investor behaviour?
Traffic has returned to Boundary Road in Armstrong Creek as the Barwon Heads Road upgrade moves to its next phase. Get the latest on the project timeline and upcoming changes.
Upper Hunter farmers celebrate as the critical Coulsons Creek Road reopens just before Christmas, ending a costly five-year detour. The $60 million project fixes a botched council upgrade.
A 71-year-old rider has died after being thrown from a motorbike on the Pacific Highway at Rainbow Flat. Police are investigating the single-vehicle incident.
A major road near Townsville is blocked and power is out after a dump truck crashed into a power pole at Mingela. Emergency crews are on the scene.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
A driver has died after a collision with a milk truck on the South Gippsland Highway near Lang Lang. The truck driver was hospitalised. Major road closures are in place.
Three iconic Western Australian drives have been ranked among Australia's top road trips for families and couples, scoring highly for safety, scenery, and amenities. Discover the best routes for your next adventure.
A cyclist has died following a serious collision with a truck on the Pacific Highway at Bulahdelah. The southbound lanes remain closed as police investigate. Read the latest traffic updates.
A car has crashed into the Royal Hotel in Capertee, NSW, injuring seven patrons. Two seriously injured were airlifted. The driver, 30, has been charged.
A 22-year-old passenger has died after a Holden Colorado left the road and struck a tree on Bindoon-Moora Road. The driver was airlifted to hospital. Major Crash investigators appeal for witnesses.
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.
A 13-year-old girl is in a serious condition after a Toyota Hilux rollover on the Brand Highway near Bookara. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
Kaili Resources rocketed 39,650% in 2025's ASX frenzy. Discover the year's top performers, from gold majors to critical minerals stars, and the sectors that took a beating. Get the full analysis.
Surf Coast Shire Council urgently requests $3 million from the state government to repair a complex landslide on the Great Ocean Road. The damage threatens the iconic route's stability and safety.
A major crash involving a truck has closed the Bruce Highway at Rollingstone, north of Townsville, causing significant delays. Emergency services are on scene.
A multi-vehicle crash involving a truck and cars caused morning chaos on a major Townsville road. Emergency services responded to the scene on Woolcock Street. Read the latest details.
Five teenagers aged 14 to 18 are in hospital after a serious single-vehicle rollover on a vacant block in Flagstone, south of Brisbane. Police are investigating.
A man has died and two others are injured after a serious car crash on a school road in Corio. Police are investigating the incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
A permanent commercial fishing ban and extended recreational closure until 2027 aim to rebuild WA's prized demersal fish stocks. Find out what this means for anglers and the marine ecosystem.
A woman was hospitalised after a motorcycle accident in Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island. Emergency services responded to the scene on Tuesday afternoon.
Shocking footage shows an 18-year-old sent flying in a Mandurah hit-and-run. The teen is recovering at home as police investigate the fleeing driver.
Mayne Pharma's stock plummeted 20% after the government removed key products from the PBS. Discover the full impact on investors and the pharmaceutical sector.
A woman from Giru was hospitalised after her car left the Bruce Highway near Ingham. Emergency services responded to the single-vehicle accident on Tuesday afternoon.