A Hunter conservation group calls for Maitland Council to revise its Walka Water Works plan, citing contradictions over an onsen, adventure playground and 2000-person parking. Have your say by Feb 13.
Maitland Greyhounds has been spared closure, preserving a century of racing, while Muswellbrook track will shut as part of NSW track rationalisation. Read the latest.
Key Canberra roads including Lanyon Drive and Coppins Crossing will close for bridge construction. Plan your detours for January and February 2026.
A 14-month-old boy battling cancer suffered a broken back and ruptured bowel in a Christmas Eve car crash near Maitland. His family's life is now a 'living hell' as they fight for his recovery.
A critical 5km underground power cable is now in place for Perth's massive Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant, marking a key step towards 2028 completion. Discover how this project will secure WA's water future.
Cairns' water supply is secure for now, but a new report warns of future shortages by 2031. Discover the critical infrastructure projects and challenges ahead for the region.
A surge in apartment projects has lifted Hunter dwelling approvals to their highest level in nearly four years. Experts warn more is needed to meet NSW housing targets.
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.
A visionary plan to repurpose disused Upper Hunter mining pits into interconnected lakes gains momentum, promising water security, tourism, and jobs. Read about the innovative solution.
Discover why water isn't tasteless. From artesian bores to lab purity, science explains how minerals, memory, and genes shape what we taste. Read more.
Canberra commuters face major disruptions as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closes and Northbourne Avenue light rail works begin simultaneously. Plan your route and expect delays.
New data reveals Hunter Region property prices soared past Sydney's growth in 2025, with Maitland leading NSW. Discover the key figures and 2026 forecasts.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
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.
A large-scale ocean search is ongoing for a male snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. Police and rescue teams are involved. Read the latest updates.
A major search operation is underway for a missing snorkeler off Ledge Point, while a Perth teen is treated for a suspected shark bite at Catalina Beach. Get the latest updates.
On New Year's Eve 1995, over 200 witnesses reported a massive silver disc over Brisbane Water. Three decades later, the mystery remains unsolved. Explore one of Australia's biggest UFO cases.
An 18-year-old is recovering after a tow rope snapped on a lake south of Perth, causing serious injuries. He remains positive despite the ordeal.
Australian Olympic swimmers Mack Horton and Madi Wilson will take on the iconic Lorne Pier to Pub open water swim in 2026. Discover the details of this exciting sporting crossover.
State projections reveal the Hunter Region is set to grow by over 184,500 people in two decades, nearing a million residents. Local leaders warn housing and infrastructure must keep pace.
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
The iconic Rip View Swim Classic is back in 2025, promising a thrilling open water challenge at Eastern Beach, Geelong. Dive into the details of this premier ocean swimming event.
A young man was saved from drowning on Christmas morning at Shoal Bay. His family now seeks the stranger who performed life-saving CPR. Read the dramatic story and vital water safety warning.
Six people were rescued in separate incidents across Victoria's waterways on Christmas Day, including paddleboarders blown 10km out to sea. Authorities urge water safety as summer risks rise.
A woman and a teen endured a frightening 18km paddleboard drift from Portarlington to Werribee on Christmas Day. Read about their dramatic rescue and essential water safety tips.
A 12-year-old girl has tragically died in hospital nearly two days after being found unresponsive in the water at Perth's Trigg Beach. The community is in mourning.
A Hells Angels sergeant-at-arms faces court after being arrested at Sydney International Airport, accused of breaching orders following a Maitland clubhouse 'takeover'. Read the latest on the police crackdown.
A 27-year-old Maitland man has been arrested and charged with 29 sexual assault and choking offences, allegedly committed against three female co-workers at multiple NSW locations. Police urge victims to come forward.
A 12-year-old girl is fighting for life after being rescued from a rip at Trigg Beach. Read the latest on this developing story and beach safety warnings.
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.