Stromlo Leisure Centre's GOswim program offers year-round swimming lessons for babies, children, teens, and adults in Canberra. Build water safety skills and confidence with qualified instructors. Enquire now.
Queenslanders hit by the 2022 floods are struggling to access promised funds due to a new, complex government process. Learn about the bureaucratic delays and calls for urgent reform.
The Focus: First Nation Films festival is back at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre on Jan 24-25. Featuring documentaries, music, and speakers like Thomas Mayo, it's a key part of Fremantle's Truth Telling program. Free entry.
As other nations adopt free school lunches to fight food insecurity and boost learning, Australia remains without a national program. Could this change?
Lake Macquarie City Council reveals a draft $80 million capital works plan for 2026-27, with over half earmarked for its fire-damaged Speers Point administration building. Discover the community projects set to benefit.
Australian swimming legend Liesel Jones opens up about using medical assistance to lose 25kg, battling PCOS and body image stigma. Watch her honest Sunrise interview.
Rural landholders like the Canberra Equestrian Centre are the critical buffer protecting ACT suburbs from bushfires. Learn how their Farm Firewise plans and community vigilance are key to safety this season.
Discover how the University of New England's fee-free TRACKS and Foundation Programs are helping mature-aged students like Brooke Herczeg and Carla Penny build successful university futures, proving age and past grades are no barrier.
A Cairns family got a shocking surprise when they discovered a large green tree snake hiding in their Christmas tree. Snake catcher made a safe removal. Read the full story.
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.
Thousands of Australian women are transforming their health with the equ program, which offers 9,000+ recipes. Enrolments are now open for the next 8-week challenge starting January 19.
Canberra Times readers clash over calls for a royal commission into anti-Semitism, with some arguing it would vindicate the Albanese government's actions. Plus, views on Hamas, tree canopy loss, and more.
An elderly woman was struck by a falling tree branch and a teenager injured in a car rollover during a stormy night in North Queensland. Emergency services responded to multiple incidents.
Officeworks launches its annual Back to School Appeal with a goal to raise $1 million for The Smith Family, providing essential learning tools and support for Australian students in need.
A tiny beetle is devastating WA's urban forests. A new report calls for a $100 million investment to plant new trees and stop the dieback. Find out how this crisis affects your community.
The University of Newcastle's award-winning Daughters and Dads Active and Empowered program has transformed over 7000 lives, boosting girls' confidence and dads' mental health. Discover how this global initiative is tackling gender bias.
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
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.
The Shooting Stars program celebrated a decade of supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander girls at a glamorous gala at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth. See highlights from the night.
The Australian National University has scrapped its costly H course program for ACT college students, citing unsustainable expenses. Discover the impact and what alternative pathways are emerging.
With 21% of Australians living with a disability, Sport4All coaches are helping NSW clubs and schools break down barriers. Discover the simple, three-step process to create welcoming spaces for everyone.
A beloved 80-year-old rain tree in Cairns, deemed dangerous, must be removed. The extensive root damage has also condemned the adjacent family home, leaving owners devastated.
A Townsville school has halved bullying incidents by adopting a unique 'country approach' program, fostering respect and community. Discover how this model is transforming student wellbeing.
Sunrise TV host Anna Simon reveals three delicious viral recipes to elevate your Christmas spread, including a stunning Tiramisu Layer Cake and fun Christmas Tree Jell-O shots. Get inspired!
A unique literacy program using therapy dogs is helping children in Townsville overcome reading anxiety and build confidence. See how these furry tutors make a difference.
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.
A Grattan Institute report reveals stark inequalities in psychosocial support across Australia. Access should be based on need, not location. Read why reform is urgent.
A Sydney mother of five shares how Juniper's dietitians and health coaches helped her lose 37.1kg over three years, transforming her physical and emotional health. Discover her journey.
A new intensive support program on a Mareeba farm is working to address the root causes of youth crime in Far North Queensland. Learn how this initiative is offering a fresh start.
A $100,000 state grant empowers West Leederville's Flower District Town Team to co-design a safer, people-focused Northwood Street. Community consultation starts in 2026.