WA Mums Cottage gets $23k grant for crisis support
WA Mums Cottage in Mandurah receives a $23,000 Lotterywest grant to fund crisis and emergency relief for local families facing financial hardship. The charity provides vital support services.
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$250 Cost of Living Payment for South Australians
The South Australian government has announced a one-off $250 payment for eligible households to help with bills this Christmas. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Illawarra's solution to chronic back pain from sleep
Discover how Newentor's orthopaedic sleep technology is helping Illawarra locals from Helensburgh to Kiama wake up without pain. Explore customisable mattresses and toppers designed for the Australian climate.
Volunteer Homes Needed for Seeing Eye Dogs in Perth
Vision Australia calls for Perth volunteers to provide short-term homes for working Seeing Eye Dogs. All expenses covered. Apply now to support the blind community.
Geelong charities brace for Christmas surge in demand
Geelong charities are preparing for a record-breaking Christmas as millions of Australians struggle with food insecurity. Find out how you can help support local families in need this holiday season.
WA Budget: $7.5bn boost, surplus, but no new relief
WA's mid-year review reveals a $7.5bn revenue windfall from iron ore and gold, delivering an eighth straight surplus. Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends no new cost-of-living measures. Read the full analysis.
MBT Shoes: Australian's Secret to Better Posture & Less Pain
Discover how MBT footwear, inspired by Masai walking, is helping Australians reduce joint pain and improve posture through its unique curved sole design. Find out why health professionals recommend them.
Adelaide teacher charged with child sex offences
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.
WA extends $5000 rent relief grants for six months
The WA Government extends its rent relief program after Perth was declared Australia's most unaffordable city. Grants of $5000 will continue until June. Read more.
WACA asks for 10-year, $2.5m rate exemption from council
The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.
Manly's Lachlan Croker retires at 28 due to concussion
Manly Sea Eagles hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into immediate NRL retirement at age 28 due to repeated concussions. He will transition into a coaching role with the club.
WA Bushfire Emergency: Residents Urged to Evacuate
Out-of-control bushfire threatens WA homes. Residents in Bluff Point, Spalding, Sunset Beach urged to evacuate immediately. Over 3000 properties affected by power outages.
Newcastle charity in urgent $100k fundraising race
SRU Community Hub faces critical funding crisis, needing $100,000 to secure new premises and maintain essential domestic violence support services for Hunter families.
$900 Storm Aid for QLD Families in 37 Locations
Southeast Queensland families affected by catastrophic superstorms can access up to $900 in emergency payments. Learn about eligibility and recovery efforts.
Man rescued after being trapped under hydraulic lift in Bakers Hill
Emergency services performed a dramatic rescue of a man trapped under a hydraulic lift on Tamma Road in Bakers Hill. Read about the heroic efforts that saved his life.
Virgin Australia flight emergency return to Sydney
A Virgin Australia flight was forced to make an emergency return to Sydney Airport after experiencing two separate mid-air emergencies shortly after takeoff. Emergency services were on standby.
Chlorine Gas Leak Emergency in Yandeyarra Community
Remote Pilbara community faces hazardous chlorine gas leak from water treatment plant. Residents urged to shelter indoors immediately. Emergency crews responding.
Townsville conducts major earthquake emergency drill
Townsville emergency crews and council conduct earthquake preparedness drill. Learn how the city is preparing for potential seismic activity and what residents need to know.
Royal Perth Hospital Emergency Upgrade Faces Delays
Royal Perth Hospital's major redevelopment faces significant delays, with only 60 new emergency bays set to open in 2028. Learn about the impact on WA healthcare.
Cyclone Fina Intensifies, Targets NT Coast
Tropical Cyclone Fina intensifies to a Category 2 system, threatening a coastal crossing near Cobourg Peninsula. Darwin residents are urged to prepare for damaging winds and flash flooding this weekend.
Firefighter Pressure: Beyond Gratitude to Real Support
Former firefighter John Marsh's experience reveals the immense pressure facing firefighters. Discover why they deserve more than just gratitude and what real support looks like.
Virtual Kids ED Expands Across Western Australia
Western Australia expands virtual emergency service for children, giving parents more options to avoid busy EDs. Learn how this initiative is transforming pediatric care.
Townsville Bushfires: RFSQ Fights Multiple Blazes
Queensland firefighters battle multiple vegetation fires in Townsville's Lynam and Alice River areas. Emergency services work to contain the threat to properties.
Pilot hospitalised after emergency landing near Brisbane
A pilot in his 70s was airlifted to hospital after his light aircraft crashed during an emergency landing at North Pine Dam. Emergency services responded to the scene north of Brisbane.
Windang unit fire: Man rescued, firefighter shocked
A man in his 20s was rescued from a burning Windang unit while a firefighter suffered an electric shock. The emergency response highlights the dangers faced by first responders.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Albion Park dad fights cancer to save family home
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
Samsung Phone Fails Triple-0 Call, Person Dies
A person has died after an ageing Samsung phone failed to connect to Triple-0 on the TPG network. The incident prompts urgent warnings for users to update their devices and raises serious questions about Australia's emergency call system.
Geelong School Farm Fights Rising Food Poverty
A Geelong secondary school's student-run farm is providing fresh produce to families struggling with food insecurity. Discover how this innovative program is making a difference in the community.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
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