Phone fire prompts ACT school bus evacuation
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
Homes have been engulfed in a fast-moving bushfire near Woy Woy on the Central Coast. Residents in several streets are told to leave immediately if safe to do so. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
A Bellambi man narrowly avoided prison after a masked home invasion turned bizarre when the victim recognised him. Magistrate warns: 'Be careful who your friends are'.
A Townsville sex offender with a history of violent assaults has been ordered to a mental health hospital under a supervision order. Read the full court details.
At least 19 homes have been lost as a devastating bushfire tears through Tasmania's east coast. Firefighters battle the blaze, with power outages expected for a week. Stay informed.
A major review of WA's Terrorism Prevention Detention Act reveals a critical flaw that could force police to free terror suspects. Discover the 16 urgent recommendations.
A Canberra drink driver who hit a cyclist, causing severe brain injury, was recorded laughing about the incident. He avoided jail but faces strict community order. Read the full court report.
A 58-year-old Warrawong woman has been convicted of assault after dragging a lifelong friend by her hair across a service station forecourt. Magistrate told her she was 'too old' for such behaviour.
Mitch Marsh is set for his first WA Sheffield Shield match in years, but his batting position remains a puzzle. Get the latest on his four-day cricket comeback.
Finance Minister Katy Gallagher claims public interest immunity, refusing a Senate order to release letters asking agencies to find savings. Critics blast government secrecy.
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.
Emergency warning issued for northern Geraldton as firefighters battle out-of-control bushfire amid 42C heat. Evacuation centres open as 605 properties lose power.
By 2100, Australia transforms into a hybrid Pacific-Eurasian nation of 55 million, led by an ethnic Chinese PM, navigating a world where China is the dominant global power.
A judge has ordered the WA State to pay the legal costs of child abuse survivor Dion Barber, who won a $2.85 million landmark case. Discover the details of this significant ruling.
Emergency evacuation ordered for Bullsbrook residents as out-of-control bushfire threatens lives and homes. DFES warns: 'Do not wait and see'. Latest updates.
Waterbombers tackle out-of-control bushfire in Perth's southern suburbs. Residents in Aubin Grove and Banjup warned to evacuate immediately. Latest updates on the emergency situation.
A mysterious loud bang in a Canberra government office ceiling forced staff relocations and sparked safety concerns. Internal emails reveal ongoing building issues at the Infrastructure department.
Russian tourist Andrei Borodin evacuated from Bali after suspected methanol poisoning leaves him in coma with $128,000 medical bill. Read the latest on this health crisis.
Josh Inglis remains on standby as Australia's top-order batting struggles continue in Perth Test against Pakistan. Will selectors make changes for the second Test?
West Australian musician and educator Guy Ghouse AM has passed away at 56 after a two-year cancer battle. Remembered for his collaborations with Gina Williams.
A 62-year-old motorcyclist's road rage incident in Mildura culminated with him clinging to a car bonnet all the way to the police station, where he was charged. Watch the shocking footage.
Elderly residents safely evacuated after fire breaks out at IRT William Beach Gardens in Kanahooka. Sprinkler system contained blaze before firefighters arrived. No injuries reported.
Western Australian cattle producers are set to capitalise on Donald Trump's decision to remove US tariffs on Australian beef, a move set to boost exports amid a US supply shortage. Explore the market impact.
A Sydney man has been granted a release order after pleading guilty to accessing over 22,000 files of child abuse material. Learn the details of the case and sentencing.
Townsville candidate Troy Thompson seeks urgent court intervention after thousands were locked out of electoral office. Read the latest developments in this electoral access dispute.
Residents in Cunderdin, South Tammin, and Youndegin are ordered to evacuate immediately as an out-of-control bushfire rages. Act now to survive.
Queensland's batting order faces a major reshuffle with Usman Khawaja unavailable, creating a potential opening opportunity for Test star Marnus Labuschagne in the upcoming Sheffield Shield match against Western Australia.
A routine airport wait turned terrifying when a passenger's power bank spontaneously combusted at Melbourne Airport, causing serious burns and forcing mass evacuations. Authorities issue urgent travel warning.
Ryan James Sharp's appeal against a strict apprehended violence order has been dismissed by Wollongong Local Court, maintaining protections for victims after alleged threatening behaviour.
Jockey Jamie Kah makes history with stunning Melbourne Cup win aboard Without A Fight. Get the complete finishing order, race analysis, and celebration details from Flemington's iconic event.