18 WA students achieve perfect ATAR score of 99.95
Eighteen of Western Australia's brightest Year 12 graduates have achieved the highest possible ATAR of 99.95. Discover which schools they attended and their future ambitions.
Eighteen of Western Australia's brightest Year 12 graduates have achieved the highest possible ATAR of 99.95. Discover which schools they attended and their future ambitions.
A major truck fire has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in both directions near Yass. Motorists face significant delays with diversions via Yass Valley Way. Check live updates.
The anxious wait is over for WA school leavers as ATAR results are released. Discover the top performers, key trends, and what's next for the Class of 2024.
Ashley Charles Batson, a UK national, has appeared in court via video link from prison, charged over an alleged violent incident at Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre. Read the latest on this serious case.
Part of a roof caved in at a busy Sydney shopping centre, causing panic and injuries. One person treated as investigators probe the cause. Watch the latest updates.
Over 10,000 WA students will receive their ATAR results at 9pm tonight. Holly Brooks, a scholarship recipient, shares her journey and plans for a gap year. Find out more about this pivotal moment.
New data reveals more than a third of Australian Public Service agencies failed to meet targets for bringing core work in-house, despite overall savings exceeding $542 million. Discover which departments struggled and which excelled.
The ACT RFS has deployed a secret weapon for the bushfire season: the Firebird 100 helicopter with a powerful infrared camera that can spot a fire from 75km away. Discover how this tech keeps crews safe.
Townsville school community bids an emotional farewell to beloved teacher aide Julie Waters after her remarkable 41-year career. Read the heartwarming story.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has not ruled out reductions in public service staffing as agencies are ordered to find savings. MYEFO shows a spike in separation costs.
Perth's Style Sourceress helps local fashionistas secure impossible-to-find luxury items from Chanel bags to Miu Miu loafers with a unique fixed-fee global hunt. Discover the service bridging WA's fashion gap.
The Albanese government is investigating a surge in psychological injury claims among public servants, driving a workers' compensation bill to $7.9bn this year. Read the full analysis.
Skipping your car service is a costly mistake. Learn how preventative maintenance in Canberra protects your engine, fuel budget, and resale value.
A 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
An immigration guard at Yongah Hill Detention Centre required surgery after a brutal assault by a detainee. The shocking incident raises serious safety concerns.
Australian motorsport icon Allan Moffat was honoured at a state memorial service in Melbourne, remembered for his legendary career and colourful personality. Download the 7NEWS app for more.
A 59-year-old NPWS firefighter has died after being struck by a tree while checking on his team during the Bulahdelah bushfire. The veteran, a divisional commander, could not be saved despite immediate first aid.
Australian authorities have seized over 400kg of illegal drugs using a custom AI model. The 2025 State of the Service report highlights AI's role in boosting public service innovation and capability.
A firefighter has tragically died after being hit by a tree while battling a bushfire near Bulahdelah. The incident is under investigation as the community mourns.
NDIS provider MI Care has ceased operations on Magnetic Island, citing financial misuse. The closure leaves participants scrambling for support. Read the full investigation.
Nearly 20% of staff at the Australian Office of Financial Management report witnessing corrupt conduct, a figure that has doubled since 2024. CEO Anna Hughes says she cannot explain the alarming survey results.
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
Senior Australian public servants and military chiefs accepted thousands in gifts, including flight upgrades, sports tickets, and luxury items. Explore the full disclosure of perks declared on the official register.
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
WA unveils a decade-long strategy to combat sexual violence as reports hit a 32-year high. New funding extends vital legal and forensic support for survivors. Learn more.
At least 12 homes have been lost in a fierce bushfire at Koolewong on the NSW Central Coast, as extreme heat and winds drive dangerous conditions across multiple regions. Residents urged to enact survival plans.
Emergency warnings are active as bushfires damage multiple homes on the NSW Central Coast. Residents told to evacuate immediately. Know the latest.
A shocking night of e-bike and e-scooter accidents across Queensland left 11 people injured, as paramedics responded to a series of crashes. This follows 12 tragic deaths linked to the devices in the past year. Read the full report.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
A major dual-service centre is set to rise on the Pacific Highway near Tea Gardens, creating 100 jobs and reviving the iconic 'Rock' site destroyed by fire in 2018. Read about the community's excitement and the project's strategic importance for freight.