A woman, man, and young boy were injured after their car left Shellharbour Road and hit trees near Croome. The woman was airlifted in a serious condition. Read the latest on the Illawarra crash.
A Warrnambool woman rescued a swamp wallaby joey flung from its mother's pouch. Wildlife experts explain the involuntary separation and urge public caution. Read the full story.
A weekend of crashes in the Illawarra region saw multiple teens hospitalised and a child airlifted to Sydney. Get the latest details on the separate incidents at Minnamurra, Wollongong, and Mount Kembla.
A rock fisherman's life jacket kept him afloat in heavy seas off Kiama, highlighting its critical importance. Surf lifesavers also responded to multiple after-hours rescues on Illawarra beaches over a scorching weekend.
A 24-year-old man has died after his motorcycle collided with a truck on Main South Rd at Hackham. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage as the state's road toll rises.
A man has died after a car left a road near Mount Gambier, sparking a significant grass fire. Police are investigating the fatal single-vehicle crash.
A woman and a truck driver suffered serious head injuries in separate early morning crashes in NSW, prompting road closures and helicopter rescues. Get the latest traffic updates.
A 23-year-old man suffered a serious shoulder injury after jumping into a popular Illawarra swimming hole. Emergency services conducted a complex bush rescue on January 7.
A major multi-vehicle crash involving a truck has closed Picton Road near Cataract. One driver is in a critical condition with chest injuries. Read the latest updates on the emergency response.
Two teenage boys were rescued from a dangerous rip at an unpatrolled Illawarra beach. The incident highlights the rising summer drowning toll and the critical importance of swimming between the flags.
A helicopter pilot is in hospital after his aircraft crashed into waters near a Thursday Island wharf. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
A young woman is being treated for a suspected broken leg after a leap at The Farm, Killalea, prompted a major emergency response involving police, SES, and a rescue helicopter.
A man survived a treacherous 40km walk through knee-deep mud in remote Queensland before a lucky helicopter rescue. Read about the dramatic LifeFlight mission.
Three men were dramatically airlifted to safety after becoming stranded by rising floodwaters near Townsville. The swift rescue highlights the dangers of North Queensland's wet season.
Newcastle and Hunter police conducted over 31,000 breath tests in a 17-day holiday crackdown. While no one died locally, 19 injury crashes occurred. Police warn of a concerning rise in drug-driving.
Emergency crews performed a daring water rescue in Cairns, saving a man trapped in his motorhome by rapidly rising floodwaters. Read the full story of the dramatic operation.
A Yarramalong man was flown to John Hunter Hospital after a brown snake bite while mowing. Experts warn of an active snake season across the Hunter and Central Coast.
City Beach in Perth reopened after a one-hour closure due to multiple shark sightings, including a 5-metre shark just 15 metres from shore. Stay informed with the latest beach safety alerts.
Confronting 2025 data reveals Lake Macquarie had the state's second-worst road toll. Speed was the leading killer as NSW lost 355 lives. Read the full analysis and official pleas for safer driving.
Adelaide's Filipino community is grieving after a New Year's Eve van rollover on Horrocks Highway killed an 18-year-old student and a 71-year-old grandmother. Read more about the tragedy and the fundraising efforts.
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.
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue in Cairns, freeing a person trapped inside a severely crushed caravan. Read the full story of the operation.
Western Australia sees a decrease in road fatalities for 2025, contrasting with a sharp rise across Australia. Explore the latest figures and safety analysis.
Volunteer crews from Coast Guard Queenscliff successfully rescued two stranded mariners after their vessel broke down near Point Lonsdale. Read the full story of the dramatic night-time rescue.
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
An 18-year-old man and a 71-year-old woman have died after a Toyota Tarago rolled off Horrocks Highway near Tarlee. Six others were injured. SA's road toll rises.
A touching video from the Boddington bushfire shows volunteer firefighters giving water to two rescued joeys. The blaze burnt over 4100 hectares. Watch the wholesome moment.
A baby boy has been airlifted to hospital with facial injuries after a dog attack in Bateau Bay. The incident follows a spate of similar attacks across NSW. Read the latest details.
From Centrelink boosts to higher tolls and new cash rules, discover the key changes affecting millions of Australians from January 1, 2026. Stay informed.
A man was rescued from the water near Towradgi Beach after a recreational boat crew spotted him. Marine Rescue NSW urges all boaters to maintain a proper lookout and ensure their vessels are seaworthy.