A 77-year-old woman has died and five others are in hospital after a serious two-vehicle collision on Nelson Bay Road at Salamander Bay. Police are investigating and appealing for dash-cam footage.
A growing number of Australian women report psychological and physical harm during childbirth. Experts demand government action to address systemic birth trauma. Read more.
A teenage boy is fighting for life after a serious crash between a truck and a car at a Byford intersection. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Thursday morning.
A three-year-old girl has died days after a multi-vehicle crash on the Sunshine Coast. Her one-year-old sister remains in a critical condition. Police investigate.
Australia is becoming a blockchain innovation hub, with Ethereum at the forefront. Discover how government strategy and local demand are driving change and why Aussies favour ETH over Bitcoin.
XRP is gaining traction for everyday payments in Australia, with clearer regulations emerging. Discover the factors driving its AUD price and the future of crypto Down Under.
The Geelong Australia Day fireworks and family event is cancelled. Organiser expresses heartbreak as council urges calm and respect for differing views on the national day.
Elise Phillips brings extensive domestic violence sector expertise to lead the Illawarra Women's Trauma Recovery Centre, an Australian-first service supporting victim-survivors. Read about her vision.
Virgin Australia's 2026 Annual Leave Hacks Guide reveals how West Australians can strategically use 4 days of leave to unlock 29 total days off. Plan your Tasmanian summer or Great Barrier Reef escape now.
New Resolve poll shows over 60% of Australians want immigration halted for housing. Stephen Saunders argues migration policy is 'bonkers' and undemocratic. Read the full debate.
New data reveals a stark trend in the Hunter: dog registrations are exploding while birth rates fall. Meet locals choosing 'fur babies' and explore the numbers behind this societal shift.
A truck driver was hospitalised after a serious collision with a large animal on the Bruce Highway near Townsville. Emergency services responded to the scene.
A Charters Towers couple are celebrating the arrival of their son, Townsville's first baby of 2026. Born at Townsville University Hospital, the healthy boy arrived just after midnight.
Oliver and Charlotte are South Australia's favourite baby names for 2025. Discover the full list of trending and classic choices for boys and girls.
Evelyn and Oliver are Canberra's most popular baby names for 2025, as royal-inspired choices decline. Discover the latest trends and historical data from the ACT birth registry.
Australian comedian Tanya Hennessy announces the birth of her daughter on Christmas Day after a long journey with endometriosis and IVF. Read her emotional story.
Australia's biggest KFC operator, Collins Foods, explains the factors driving the fried chicken boom, from menu innovation to economic trends. Discover the secret recipe for success.
A Townsville mother receives the ultimate Christmas gift as her baby arrives 10 days early. Read the heartwarming story of the surprise delivery at Townsville University Hospital.
Zolile Ganya-Jones arrived at 4am on December 25, becoming the first baby born on Christmas Day at Canberra Women's and Children's Hospital. New parents Juanita Ganya and Hugo Jones share their festive joy.
Xavier Bell from Ocean Grove celebrates his birthday on December 25, Australia's least common birth date. Discover how his family makes it special.
A man has been flown to hospital following a serious collision between a car and a minibus in the Hunter Region. Follow live updates on the crash and road conditions.
An ACT Supreme Court judge has jailed a man for 10 years for sexually abusing his stepdaughter, a crime the victim says broke her family and left her 'broken in every way'. Read the full court report.
Mark Kenny analyses Australia's response to the Bondi tragedy, exploring gun law debates, rising anti-Semitism, and a Jewish friend's nuanced perspective on national healing. Read more.
Devastated WA parents share their grief after losing children in separate road crashes, urging all drivers to slow down and pay attention to prevent further fatalities.
A 35-year-old man has died after his car left the road and hit a tree on Brand Highway near Gingin. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
A man has been charged following a horrific head-on collision on Victoria's Great Ocean Road that claimed two lives. Read the latest on the tragedy.
Clinical psychologist Shuktika Bose shares vital steps for processing the Bondi attack trauma, from managing news exposure to talking with children. Learn how to steady your nervous system.
The City of Wanneroo is installing 250 temporary wildlife warning signs on major roads to reduce collisions and protect native species like Carnaby's cockatoos. The $12,000 project aims to combat rising incidents linked to urban development.
A man has died and two others are injured after a serious car crash on a school road in Corio. Police are investigating the incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
A new Australian study reveals millions plan to leave social media rather than verify their age ahead of a major digital policy shift. Discover the impact on Gen Z, business, and privacy.