Cairns Boxing Day Sales Draw Massive Shopper Crowds
Cairns retailers gear up for a bustling Boxing Day with thousands of shoppers expected. Major stores reveal their best deals, promising significant discounts on fashion, tech, and homewares.
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Newcastle's Own Pop-Culture Convention Announced
Newcastle is getting its own pop-culture convention, Newy-Con, at the 2025 Newcastle Show. Meet the local cosplay king behind the passion project. Free entry with show ticket.
Newcastle Ocean Baths cafe could serve alcohol
Plans for the Newcastle Ocean Baths cafe reveal potential alcohol sales and a rooftop terrace. The council's management plan outlines hours and capacity as community debate continues.
Boxing Day sales king with $1.6b spending predicted
Despite Black Friday's rise, Boxing Day remains Australia's top retail event. Newcastle centres gear up for thousands of shoppers, with national spending forecast to hit $1.6 billion. Discover the deals and data.
Boxing Day sales tipped for $1.6 billion spend
Boxing Day is battling to reclaim its crown as Australia's top sales event, with shoppers forecast to drop $1.6 billion. See the state-by-state breakdown and what's driving the spending surge.
Parents key source of teen alcohol as holidays near
Nearly half of Australian teens get alcohol from parents, prompting expert warnings ahead of Christmas. Learn how to model safer habits and protect young people.
Bali's Unique Alcohol-Free Dance Party Draws Crowds
Discover the Udara Sunday Festival in Bali, where dancing, yoga, and sound healing replace alcohol and phones. A unique wellness experience just minutes from Canggu. Book your spot now.
Record 28 awards at 47th Newcastle CONDA ceremony
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
New Sunnyboy Park Kiosk to Open at Newcastle's Foreshore
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle maritime collection faces storage crisis
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Familiar faces to run new Foreshore Park kiosk
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Alcohol Pregnancy Warning Labels Still Missing
A new study reveals 20% of alcohol products in Australia lack mandatory pregnancy warnings, four years after regulations took effect. Experts call for urgent enforcement.
Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Newcastle's maritime collection homeless as lease ends
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Experts Sound Alarm on 'Healthy' Alcohol Marketing to Gen Z
Australian health experts are raising the alarm as the alcohol industry markets 'healthy' drinks to wellness-focused Gen Z. Learn the risks and the call for stricter regulation.
Canberra father dies after driving drunk on eight pints of beer
A coroner details the fatal crash of Joseph Suwedi, who drove at high speed after drinking eight pints. The inquest highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the ACT.
Newcastle West apartment block modified for market demand
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.
My Aged Care data leak sparks sales call barrage
Elderly Australians are being bombarded with aggressive sales calls after unscrupulous aged care providers scraped their private data from a government website. Learn how to protect yourself.
Liberals urge council to ban Rising Tide after harbour protest
Liberal councillors call for a ban on Rising Tide using public land after a weekend of protests in Newcastle Harbour led to over 140 arrests and significant economic disruption. Read the full story.
WA's $7.2 Billion Christmas Spending Spree Revealed
West Australians are forecast to splash out a massive $7.2 billion this festive season. Discover where the money is going and how local retailers are preparing for the boom.
Cairns Real Estate: November Sales Results Revealed
Cairns property market shows robust activity with multiple successful auctions and private sales recorded in late November. Discover which suburbs performed best.
Townsville Real Estate: Strong November Sales Results
Townsville's property market shows robust performance with multiple successful auctions and sales recorded in late November. Discover which suburbs led the growth.
Newcastle ferries halted, buses replace service
Newcastle's harbour ferry service is suspended due to unplanned maintenance, with replacement buses running. Commuters face significant travel delays. Read more.
Cairns Real Estate: Strong Auction Results Revealed
Cairns property market shows robust performance with multiple successful auctions and sales. Discover the latest results and market trends in Far North Queensland.
Townsville Real Estate: Strong Week for Property Sales
Townsville's property market shows robust activity with multiple successful auctions and sales. Discover which suburbs are performing best and what's driving local demand.
Newcastle Christmas 2025: Shop Local Guide
Discover Newcastle's best local businesses for Christmas 2025. Support community enterprises offering puddings, trees, markets and festive experiences while boosting the local economy.
Newcastle light rail crisis with unplanned maintenance
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.
Black Friday $6.8B Boost for Australian Retail
Australian retailers get a $6.8 billion Black Friday boost, a record surge easing inflation pressure. Discover which sectors are winning big.
Whyalla CBD Declared Permanent Dry Zone
Whyalla introduces a permanent CBD-wide alcohol ban in public spaces after community consultation showed strong support for safer streets. Discover the full story.
Wollongong's Black Friday Shopping Mood Revealed
Shoppers hit Wollongong Central for Black Friday deals as Australia poised for record $6.8 billion sales weekend. Discover the local shopping trends and consumer insights.
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