Western Power begins a major trial of insulated high-voltage conductors in Perth's hills, aiming to slash bushfire risks and improve network reliability. Learn how this innovation could protect communities.
Hancock Energy is progressing its $850 million Belisama gas project in WA's Perth Basin, submitting key documents for state review. This crucial domestic gas supply project is now under assessment.
Pilot Energy strikes a binding deal with SN Energy to co-develop a hybrid solar and battery storage project in Three Springs, WA, designed to power a 50MW data centre. Read more.
Estrella Resources appoints Robert Mencel as CEO to advance limestone and manganese projects in Timor-Leste, marking a key shift from explorer to developer. Read more.
A severe thunderstorm ripped through Newcastle, leaving thousands without power and causing flash flooding. Ausgrid is investigating the major outage. Read the latest updates.
An Ergon Energy electrician performed a heroic midnight mission to restore power to the isolated Gulf town of Croydon, saving residents from a sweltering night. Read the full story of community resilience.
A dramatic New Year's Eve lightning strike in Canberra's south caused a major power outage, leaving shoppers in the dark and affecting over 1200 properties. Read how the community and emergency crews responded.
Premier Roger Cook's sustainable tourism vision hits a snag as Rottnest Island's $50 million energy overhaul faces major delays and cost blowouts. Get the full story on WA's green energy hurdles.
A look at the Hunter region's clean energy transition in 2026: battery storage surges, coal lingers, and offshore wind faces delays. Discover the key projects shaping NSW's power future.
Australian football superstar Sam Kerr has married US partner Kristie Mewis in a stunning Perth ceremony. The couple celebrated with 120 guests and their son Jagger. Read the beautiful details.
A significant power failure has plunged parts of Cairns into darkness after fallen power lines. Essential services and hundreds of customers are affected. Read the latest updates.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
Energy giant Neoen plans a massive 150MW battery near Cairns, boosting grid reliability and storing renewable power for 15,000 homes. A major step for Queensland's energy future.
A major road near Townsville is blocked and power is out after a dump truck crashed into a power pole at Mingela. Emergency crews are on the scene.
The Geelong community has come together to raise over $7000 for disability advocate Sarah Humble, funding a new power wheelchair to replace her failing one. Read this heartwarming story of local support.
Western Mines Group has intersected a huge 900m nickel sulphide zone in WA's Eastern Goldfields, revealing a globally significant system with up to 55% nickel. Read more.
Vestas predicts a surge in wind farm investment from mid-2026 as WA races to replace coal power before 2030 closures. Key projects are already underway.
Gateway Mining's drilling at its Yandal project near Wiluna has revealed a large-scale gold system at Mustang, with a 1.4km strike. Exploration to ramp up in 2025. Read the full story.
Western Australia's forecast gas shortage is now less severe and later than expected, but deficits loom in the 2030s. Demand is projected to peak in 2030. Read the latest AEMO analysis.
WA explorer Dynamic Metals locks in govt co-funding for diamond drilling at Cognac West, while new gold-in-soil anomalies emerge at Leinster and Lady Jane projects. Read the latest on their expanding pipeline.
ASX-bound Equus Energy plans to find partners for its offshore WA gas project by mid-2026, aiming to fill the gap as North West Shelf production declines. Read more.
A new online platform from ActewAGL is simplifying home electrification for Australians, offering personalised plans and connecting homeowners to installers. Discover how it works.
More than 104,000 homes and businesses in Perth have had power restored after a severe summer storm, but 8,000 remain without electricity. Western Power crews continue repair efforts.
Western Power has restored electricity to over 104,000 customers after Sunday's summer storm, but bushfires leave 11,000 in the Mid West without power. Find out about outage payments.
Four activists arrested after hurling apple crumble and custard at the Crown Jewels case in London's Tower. The 'Take Back Power' group demands wealth tax. Read the full story.
Experts warn a growing consumer shift away from major supermarkets may not curb their power. Farmers demand fair treatment as distrust in Coles and Woolworths hits record highs.
Widespread blackouts crippled parts of Australia after multiple power stations failed during the morning peak. Discover the cause and ongoing impact on the national grid.
AC/DC delivered a thunderous performance at Perth's Optus Stadium, proving their legendary status with a setlist of iconic rock anthems. Read our full review of the epic night.
The City of Wanneroo is demanding Western Power relocate or bury a planned 132kV transmission line, arguing it will blight future neighbourhoods and devalue land. Read the full story.
Gold Valley plans to convert the $6 billion Ridley iron ore project into a major vanadium, titanium, and magnetite operation, reshaping the Pilbara's mining future. Read the full details.