Public Alerts for Forensic Patients in Far North QLD
Queensland authorities are exploring a public alert system for forensic patients in the Far North. Could this improve community safety? Read the latest.
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Calls for Alcohol Education, Not Crackdown, in Cairns
Cairns community leaders argue for better alcohol education and support services instead of a public drunkenness crackdown. Learn why they say the current approach fails.
Tourists fined, arrested in Swansea bridge fishing blitz
Lake Macquarie police fined over 40 out-of-town visitors and made two arrests during a holiday crackdown on illegal fishing and anti-social behaviour on Swansea Bridge.
Gold Coast woman's dangerous 16th-floor cleaning stunt
A Gold Coast woman was filmed balancing on a chair 16 floors up to clean her windows, igniting a crucial debate about home safety and preventable accidents in Australia.
Just 32 boat skippers tested under new $550k WA law
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.
Australian cruise ship stranded on PNG reef, recovery underway
The Coral Adventurer cruise ship remains grounded on a reef off Papua New Guinea. All 123 passengers and crew are safe as recovery efforts continue. Read the latest updates.
Alarming Surge in WA Firearm Licences Sparks Concern
Western Australia sees a sharp 20% rise in gun ownership. This editorial examines the social factors driving this trend and its implications for community safety. Read the full analysis.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with male advances
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages and friend requests from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read her story.
Facebook Marketplace dress listing flooded with unwanted male messages
A Canberra journalist's simple Facebook Marketplace ad for a silver dress led to a barrage of inappropriate messages from men, highlighting online harassment risks. Read the full story.
E-bike safety warning after police crackdown in Wollongong
Police issue a stark warning to parents after a holiday crackdown on illegal e-bikes. Children are at risk of life-altering injuries without proper safety gear and supervision.
Police urgent warning to parents over kids' e-bike safety
Newcastle police issue a stark warning to parents after Christmas e-bike gifts. Officers fear children are one mistake from life-altering brain injuries. Learn the rules and risks.
Geelong Police Superintendent's Christmas Safety Message
Geelong Police Superintendent Michael Reid outlines crucial safety tips for the holiday season, urging vigilance on roads and in public spaces to prevent tragedy. Read his full advice.
Pinjarra Gets Final Licence Plate Recognition Cameras
The Shire of Murray has finished installing its new licence plate recognition CCTV network, boosting community safety with real-time data for police. Read about the project and its funding.
WA Experts Warn Against Dangerous Christmas Toys
Perth parents are urged to avoid popular gifts like e-scooters and toys with button batteries this Christmas due to serious safety risks. Learn which products to steer clear of.
$200k Study to Probe WA Motorist Behaviour
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Derelict Dimmeys Arcade building covered over safety fears
The long-derelict Dimmeys Arcade in Townsville's CBD has been shrouded in scaffolding and mesh after council action over serious safety concerns. Read the full story.
Firms fined over worker's finger amputation in machinery
A labour hire firm and a farm have been fined over a gruesome workplace incident where a woman lost several fingers in an unguarded onion grader. Read the court's findings.
Jet ski exclusion zones for Port Stephens beaches
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Wollongong stands with Jewish community after Bondi terror
Nearly 200 people from diverse backgrounds gathered in Wollongong for a Hanukkah service, showing solidarity with the Jewish community days after the deadly Bondi terror attack. Read about the powerful message of unity.
Geelong raises $7000 for disability advocate's wheelchair
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.
Water safety plea after 19 festive season drownings
Royal Life Saving Australia urges vigilance as nearly 20 drownings occurred last Christmas-New Year period. Experts warn of hidden dangers at rivers, lakes, and unpatrolled beaches.
Pool shade gift transforms life for WA boy with rare condition
A Perth family's summer is transformed after a Telethon initiative gifts a UV-blocking pool shade for their son Toby, who has rare Cockayne Syndrome. Read this heartwarming story of community support.
Bondi Terror Attack: Security Review Underway
A major national security review is underway following the Bondi terror attack. Authorities are assessing the threat landscape and community safety measures. Read the latest updates.
Nowra vigil supports Jewish community after Bondi terror
Hundreds gathered in Nowra for a vigil supporting the Shoalhaven Jewish community after the Bondi terror attack. Attendees heard emotional calls for unity against hate.
Melbourne's Scotch College bans e-bikes, e-scooters
Scotch College in Melbourne has banned e-bikes and e-scooters from its campus, citing serious safety concerns for students. The new policy takes immediate effect.
Bondi's tragedy tests Australia's community spirit
In the wake of the Bondi attack, a journalist reflects on the suburb's unique, close-knit community and the vital role of its Jewish residents. This is about the Australia we choose to be.
Bondi Attack, Newcastle Baths & Hamilton Safety in Focus
Community letters react to the Bondi violence, debate alcohol at Newcastle Ocean Baths, and demand action on Hamilton safety. Read the full spectrum of local opinion.
ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
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.
South Canberra Community Markets This Saturday
Get ready for festive fun at the South Canberra Community Markets this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Santa photos with pets, farm buggy rides, kids' crafts, stalls, food, and live music, all supporting local youth charities.
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