A new two-storey childcare centre is planned for Merriwa, WA, to address the critical shortage of early learning places. The proposal includes 11 rooms for 189 children. Read about the development plans and community impact.
Plans for preliminary works on a proposed $300 million mega cruise ship facility in Cairns have been abandoned, marine industry sources reveal. What does this mean for the project's future?
A Pilbara grandfather in his 50s has won $10 million in Powerball, becoming WA's first division one winner of 2026. He plans to retire and explore Australia with a new caravan.
New data reveals the soaring cost of education in the Illawarra for 2026. Parents face up to $336,870 for private schooling, while public education hits $95,000 over 13 years. See the full breakdown.
NASA has ordered an urgent early return of four International Space Station crew members after a serious medical condition. The mission is cut short by a month. Read the latest updates.
A 14-month-old boy battling cancer suffered a broken back and ruptured bowel in a Christmas Eve car crash near Maitland. His family's life is now a 'living hell' as they fight for his recovery.
New data reveals Perth's public schools are the most affordable in Australia. Discover how the cost of education compares nationally and what it means for families.
A bustling new school campus in Townsville is transforming lives, offering a tailored curriculum and fresh start for over 200 local teenagers. Discover how this innovative approach is re-engaging students.
Parents at Muswellbrook's Richard Gill School have been assured its secular, music-focused education will continue unchanged despite a merger with the Christian-based Melos Education Group. The council demands land back.
Bowel cancer diagnoses in Australians under 50 have surged by 41% in two decades, with the nation now having the world's highest rate for 25-49 year olds. Experts probe diet, gut bacteria, and screening gaps.
A western Sydney childcare centre with a 12-year history of safety failures has been permanently closed by regulators. Discover the details of the crackdown.
As the 2026 school year begins, Canberra parents face rising costs. The Smith Family charity highlights digital access as crucial for student participation, with many struggling to afford devices and internet.
Cricket fans can now book an overnight stay at Sir Don Bradman's childhood home in Bowral, NSW. Walk in the footsteps of the legend where he first practised his iconic technique.
The US has dramatically reduced its recommended childhood vaccinations from 17 to 11, a move health officials warn will endanger children and fuel outbreaks. Read the full story.
A Geelong man ran 58 gruelling kilometres to honour each year of his mother's life after her death from early-onset dementia. Read his powerful story of love, loss, and remembrance.
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
A major childcare subsidy change guarantees eligible Australian families three days of subsidised care per week, removing activity tests. Find out if you qualify.
From Monday, all Australian families can access at least three days of subsidised childcare weekly, a major reform set to benefit 100,000 families and help parents return to work.
A new $12.4 million childcare centre is set to replace several homes in Hamlyn Heights, Geelong. The 124-place facility promises to ease local childcare shortages. Read more about the development plans.
Investing in early childhood support for kids in poverty isn't just morally right—it's economically smart, saving billions and building a stronger future for all of Australia. Learn why experts are calling for urgent action.
Karen Johnson, wife of former St George Dragons premiership player Brian Johnson, speaks out about caring for her husband through early-onset dementia. Her new book 'Letters for Brian' offers raw insights for carers.
Spare Parts Puppet Theatre presents 'Reach For The Sky' at Fremantle Town Hall this January. Artistic Director Philip Mitchell's final season features a wordless show for early childhood development.
Simon 'Captain Australia' Harvey is on the last leg of his 17,000km run around Australia, raising over $200k for childhood cancer. Follow his final push to Townsville.
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.
Four-year-old Tom from Gawler, battling leukaemia, shares his favourite cookie recipe to support the Camp Quality Christmas Appeal. Discover how his resilience and baking bring joy.
Chris Hemsworth shares a poignant family holiday in Fiji, driven by his father's early-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis. The actor details his mission to preserve memories in a new documentary. Read the full story.
Discover where Geelong's highest-achieving school leavers are heading to university in 2024 and the factors shaping their crucial decisions for future careers.
Two young WA boys, Riley Coyne, 4, and Ace D'Agostino, 2, celebrate the gift of life this Christmas after a year battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Read their inspiring story of friendship and resilience.
An independent review reveals a 'perfect storm' of errors led to 140 students across nine Queensland schools studying Augustus instead of Julius Caesar for their major exam. Discover the findings and new safeguards.
A Torquay mother was told to prepare for the worst for her son, Leo. Now, with support from the Starlight Children's Foundation, he is thriving. Read his inspiring story.