Former Shire deputy president on child sex charges
Doug William Diver, ex-deputy president of Shire of Ashburton, faces Perth court on over a dozen child sex offences. The 59-year-old was remanded in custody. Read the latest.
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Father jailed 15 years for child sexual abuse of daughter
A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
Health system strained by extreme weather and heatwaves
New report reveals how heatwaves and extreme weather events are overwhelming Australia's health services, driving up emergency admissions and costs. Learn the urgent call for climate-resilient healthcare.
Boy, 3, found dead in car after Queensland search
A three-year-old boy was tragically found dead inside a car in Thabeban, near Bundaberg, hours after he went missing. The community is rallying to support his devastated family.
Critical Bat Colony Sprinkler System Delayed in Geelong
A lifesaving sprinkler system for Geelong's vulnerable grey-headed flying fox colony is delayed, risking mass deaths in extreme heat. Urgent action is needed to protect this crucial species.
AI eases pressure on Australia's healthcare system
Discover how artificial intelligence and bulk-billed telehealth are transforming Australian healthcare, improving access and efficiency for patients nationwide. Learn about the latest innovations.
WA Govt's 2026 Focus: Health and Housing Remain Key
Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti outlines the WA Government's ongoing commitment to health, housing, and economic stability as core priorities for 2026. Read the full plan.
Police seek missing toddler from Bundaberg
Queensland Police urgently seek public help to find a missing three-year-old boy from Thabeban, last seen on Central Ave. Serious welfare concerns held.
The Hidden Violence in Australia's Welfare System
Columnist Zoë Wundenberg argues Australia's means-tested welfare inflicts ritualised degradation, demanding a redesign focused on dignity and trust. Read her powerful critique.
Report exposes critical bottleneck in WA's justice system
A damning report reveals WA's justice system is clogged with rising prisoner numbers, staff shortages, and court delays. Read the full findings and the government's response.
Bondi victims' families call for royal commission role
Families of the Bondi Junction attack victims urge the government to include them as experts in the upcoming royal commission into violence. Their lived experience is crucial for effective reform.
At-risk children brace for bleak start to 2026 in NSW care
Exclusive: Hundreds of vulnerable children in NSW out-of-home care face an unstable new year as systemic failures, high-risk placements and a lack of caseworker contact are revealed. Read the full investigation.
92 Children Rescued, 18 Charged in AFP Philippines Sting
A major AFP operation in the Philippines rescued 92 children and charged 18 facilitators. 13 Australians face charges for alleged involvement in the vile child exploitation trade. Read more.
Young boy found alone on Christmas Day in Sydney's southwest
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
Man denied bail over alleged Canberra child sex trip
A 29-year-old man has been refused bail after allegedly travelling from Sydney to Canberra to meet a 14-year-old girl. Police say he groomed her online. Read the full court details.
Grammar School's Stellar Final Year Academic Results
Townsville Grammar School's Year 12 cohort delivers exceptional ATAR scores, with 45% achieving 90+ and a median ATAR of 86.75. Discover the secrets behind their success.
Sneaky Sound System on Tour, Family and Kanye West
Sneaky Sound System's Angus McDonald reveals life touring with wife Connie Mitchell, their Perth SailGP gig, and working with Kanye West and Drake. Exclusive interview.
Systemic failures allowed childcare worker to abuse 65 children
A damning review finds Queensland's lack of a reportable conduct scheme allowed a paedophile childcare worker to abuse 65 kids over two decades. Read the shocking details.
Coroner's Office Delays Leave WA Families in Anguish
A critical backlog at the WA Coroner's Court is causing immense suffering for grieving families, with some waiting years for answers. The system must be fixed now.
Swansea Channel 10-year dredging plan open for feedback
A decade-long strategy for maintaining Swansea Channel through dredging is now open for public consultation. Locals are urged to provide feedback to shape the future of this vital waterway.
Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
Experts Back Law Change for Child Car Seat Age
Australian road safety experts are calling for new laws to keep children in the back seat until age 13. Learn about the evidence and the push for change.
Childcare centre fined $32k for leaving boy on bus
A Perth childcare centre has been hit with a $32,000 fine after a five-year-old boy was left alone on a locked bus. The State Administrative Tribunal found multiple breaches of national law.
Social media ban for kids declared landmark child protection
A leading expert hails Australia's proposed social media ban for under-16s as the most significant child safety measure ever. Discover the details and what it means for families.
Australia's social media ban for kids 'world's biggest'
Leading expert Jonathan Haidt declares Australia's under-16 social media ban the most significant child-protection measure ever, as tech giants prepare to 'play dirty' to undermine it. The world watches.
Alleged satanic child abuse ring busted in Sydney
NSW Police have arrested four men, including a self-styled journalist and Lady Gaga superfan, for allegedly running an international network distributing child abuse material. Read the shocking details.
ACT's AMC prison costs $543 per inmate daily, highest in Australia
The Alexander Maconochie Centre costs ACT taxpayers $543.19 per prisoner daily, with a 77.2% recidivism rate. Calls grow to close the facility and return to using NSW prisons.
Alleged satanic child abuse ring leader arrested in Sydney
A self-described journalist and Knox Grammar alumnus is accused of leading an international network distributing ritualistic child abuse material. Four men arrested in Sydney raids.
From seamless Sydney airport arrival to transport chaos
A traveller's unexpectedly smooth return via Sydney airport is overshadowed by a nationwide passport outage and a frustrating train journey home. Share your airport experiences.
WA Moves on 'Banned in One, Banned in All' Child Checks
Western Australia is set to introduce crucial reforms to Working With Children Checks, ensuring a national 'banned in one, banned in all' approach. Read the latest on this critical child safety legislation.
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