The City of Mandurah is urging locals to have their say on a draft 100-year plan to manage coastal hazards like erosion and sea level rise along its southern beaches. Public consultation closes January 31.
A woman receives a 22-year prison term for a prolonged campaign of horrific abuse against a young girl, spanning from Ukraine to Perth. Read the shocking details of the case.
Recent fires near Bendora and Corin dams serve as a critical wake-up call for all ACT residents. Authorities urge immediate action on fire plans as extreme conditions converge.
The Illawarra-Shoalhaven region's 2025 progress, led by Port Kembla's major rezoning, unlocks thousands of jobs in clean energy and manufacturing. Industry leaders warn the region must act now or risk losing its strongest position in a generation.
Wollongong City Council will review the cancelled New Year's Eve fireworks after a wave washed over the breakwall. The probe will ask why there was no Plan B. Read the full story.
Townsville's 2032 Olympic legacy plan has been dramatically scaled back, with a new arena proposal axed. The city will now focus on upgrading existing venues. Read the full story.
As Trump meets Zelenskyy, Ukraine's fate hangs in the balance. The Ukrainian leader must navigate Trump's Putin sympathies to keep vital US support flowing. Read the high-stakes analysis.
Australian officials are working to confirm the reported death of Russell Allen Wilson in Ukraine. DFAT warns against all travel to the active warzone.
Former US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the historic Israel-Gaza peace agreement. Read the full story on the controversial award.
Moscow alleges a major drone strike targeted a presidential residence, derailing peace talks. Zelensky dismisses claims as Russian propaganda aimed at undermining his meeting with Trump. Read the latest.
The US and Ukraine will hold crucial security consultations in January 2025, focusing on long-term defence support. Read the latest on this pivotal geopolitical development.
The Town of Cambridge has paused all unplanned upgrades to community facilities and open spaces for 12-24 months. The move aims to develop a strategic master plan for future recreation investments. Have your say in the upcoming consultation.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meets US President Donald Trump in Florida to negotiate a 20-point peace plan for ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Read the latest on the potential deal.
The federal government has abandoned plans for an independent AI advisory body, opting instead for a $29.9m in-house Safety Institute. Critics warn it may lack the teeth needed to regulate the rapidly evolving technology.
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.
Property owners near Townsville successfully defended their homes from a dangerous bushfire thanks to a pre-prepared fire management plan. See how preparation made the difference.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge shares a powerful wartime story of finding a life's purpose in peace after tragedy, urging compassion following Sunday's events.
Western Australian religious leaders share messages of hope and resilience for Christmas 2025, calling for lasting peace in the wake of the Bondi attack and global conflicts. Read their powerful reflections.
New SA Museum director Dr Samantha Hamilton reveals her strategic vision, addressing past controversies and plans for the Egyptian room and back-of-house. Exclusive interview details.
Controversial new building height limits are set for Main North Road in Prospect, dubbed a 'wedding cake' plan. Get the latest on the approval and upcoming North Adelaide golf course designs.
City of Newcastle plans to convert the former Astor Street landfill into a major solar farm, battery storage, and heavy EV charging facility, a key part of its 2030 net zero emissions target. Read the full plan.
Newcastle councillors have deferred a major plan to revitalise Civic Park and surrounds, citing a $70 million price tag and more pressing community priorities like safer streets and drainage.
Australia pledges $95M in military aid for Ukraine as failed US peace talks reveal Putin's true aim: capitulation. The West must stand firm or risk global instability.
Australia's new National AI Plan is under fire for prioritising optimistic economic forecasts over enforceable public protections, leaving citizens vulnerable in key areas like recruitment and healthcare. Read the expert analysis.
Australia faces potential oil supply disruptions as the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates, threatening global energy security and local fuel prices. Read the full analysis.
A controversial Labor bid to mandate larger garages in new SA homes, which could have removed front doors, has failed. Critics warned of 'dunny lane' streetscapes.
Fremantle Dockers' ambitious 2021-2025 plan missed key on-field goals like premierships and attendances, but hit financial marks. CEO Simon Garlick unveils a new, less declarative strategy focused on sustained success. Read the full analysis.
Fremantle Dockers unveil a new strategic plan, moving away from public premiership timelines to focus on sustainable growth. CEO Simon Garlick explains the club's fresh direction.
The ACT government's CBR2030 economic framework aims to expand hybrid work, citing major gains in inclusion and productivity. The plan targets 300,000 jobs by 2030.
The federal government unveils a $30 million AI safety institute and national roadmap, targeting AI-generated child abuse material and aiming to harness AI's economic potential safely. Learn the details.