94-hectare bushfire near Kings Highway not yet controlled
NSW Rural Fire Service crews are working to control a 94-hectare bushfire near the Kings Highway at Warri. A separate grass fire on the Federal Highway in Canberra has been contained.
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Como Secondary College $30m Upgrade Underfunded, Delayed
The WA government's $30m election pledge for Como Secondary College is underfunded and years behind schedule. Discover the details and community impact.
Super Pit crusher failure dents Northern Star gold output
Northern Star Resources faces negative cashflow after a month-long plant failure at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit, worsened by Christmas staff shortages. CEO Stuart Tonkin defends maintenance of ageing assets. Read the full update.
Truck driver hits beast on Bruce Highway, taken to hospital
A truck driver was hospitalised after a serious collision with a large animal on the Bruce Highway near Townsville. Emergency services responded to the scene.
Cancer Drug Delayed by PBS Bureaucracy, Family Pleads
A Townsville family's desperate fight for a lifesaving cancer drug is stalled by PBS bureaucracy. Their plea highlights systemic delays affecting patients across Australia. Read their story.
Lightning hits power pole on Cairns highway
Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.
Two dead in SA's Horrocks Highway crash, Filipino community mourns
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.
Woman dies in car crash into town sign near Geelong
A woman has died after her car left the Hamilton Highway and struck a town sign near Inverleigh. Police are investigating the fatal single-vehicle crash.
Fireworks Spark Grassfire at Dromana NYE Celebrations
New Year's Eve celebrations at a Melbourne drive-in turned into an emergency as a grassfire, believed sparked by fireworks, required a major firefighting response. Get the latest details.
Two kids hurt in Charters Towers car rollover
Two children were rushed to hospital after a car rolled on the Gregory Highway near Charters Towers. Emergency services responded to the serious single-vehicle crash.
Teen caught at 198km/h on Canberra highway
A provisional driver in Canberra was caught at 198km/h in a 90 zone, telling police he was 'being silly'. His licence was suspended and car seized.
More than a dozen arrested in Canberra on NYE
ACT Police made more than a dozen arrests for assaults and dangerous driving during New Year's Eve celebrations. A 19-year-old was caught driving at 198km/h. Read the full report.
Double fatality in SA's Horrocks Highway crash
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.
Man dies in Queensland flash floods, record rainfall hits
A man in his 70s has died in north-west Queensland's flash flooding. Premier David Crisafulli confirms the tragedy as emergency crews tackle widespread damage and road closures. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
WA Cowboy Flynn McCullough Dies in Tragic Pre-Christmas Crash
The tight-knit Narrikup community mourns the loss of young cowboy Flynn McCullough, killed in a crash five days before Christmas. Read the heartfelt tributes.
Emergency Warning: Bushfire Threatens Lives in WA's South West
A fast-moving bushfire sparked by a vehicle fire is threatening lives and homes near Bunbury. Residents in the emergency zone are told it is too late to leave and must shelter immediately.
Man unconscious after Rivervale apartment fire
A man was rushed to hospital after being found unconscious in an early-morning apartment fire in Rivervale. Emergency services responded to the blaze on Great Eastern Highway around 4:30am.
Motorbike rider deaths prompt urgent safety warning
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.
Major cyclone repairs complete on Bruce Highway south of Cairns
The Bruce Highway south of Cairns has fully reopened after an $80 million repair project to fix extensive cyclone damage. The vital transport link is now safer and more resilient for Far North Queensland.
Bunnings Warehouse planned for prominent Edmonton corner
A new Bunnings Warehouse is proposed for a key highway site in Edmonton, Cairns. The development application is now open for public comment. Read the latest details.
Bowel Test Result Delayed 5 Months, Cancer Found
A Hunter woman's positive bowel screening result went unreported for five months. She was later diagnosed with cancer. Experts clarify GP responsibility for follow-up.
Truck driver five times over limit on Christmas Eve
A Canberra truck driver has been charged after allegedly recording a blood-alcohol reading five times the legal limit on the Monaro Highway. Police warn of double demerits.
Christmas Day tragedy: Man dies in Merredin van rollover
A man has died after a Ford Transit van rolled on the Great Eastern Highway near Merredin on Christmas Day. Police are investigating the single-vehicle crash.
Car Fire Closes Captain Cook Highway Christmas Night
A dramatic car fire forced the closure of the Captain Cook Highway near Cairns on Christmas night, causing major traffic disruptions. Emergency services responded swiftly.
Critical Crash on Mulligan Highway Near Lakeland
Two people are fighting for life after a serious single-vehicle crash on the Mulligan Highway near Lakeland. Emergency services responded to the scene on Tuesday afternoon.
Truck driver's alleged 0.273 BAC on Christmas Eve
A Forde truck driver allegedly recorded a blood-alcohol reading five times the legal limit on the Monaro Highway, with police warning of 'serious risk'. Read the full details.
Crash causes delays on Cairns' Captain Cook Highway
A serious crash on the Captain Cook Highway near Cairns has caused major traffic delays. Motorists are urged to avoid the area and expect significant disruptions. Check for updates.
Serious crash closes Hamilton Highway near Geelong
Emergency services rushed to a serious crash on the Hamilton Highway near Inverleigh. The road was closed as crews worked to free a trapped driver. Read the latest updates.
Motorcyclist, 71, dies in crash on Pacific Hwy near Taree
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.
Driver killed in milk truck crash near Lang Lang
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.
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