Two men face trespass and drug charges after allegedly dumping 200kg of shark heads outside Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis' office in protest of WA's demersal fishing ban. Read the full story.
Two individuals were arrested for a fish head protest outside the Margaret River Fisheries office. The incident highlights tensions over commercial fishing practices in WA.
A 16-year-old from Fassifern has landed a colossal 55cm bream on Christmas Day, believed to be one of the biggest ever caught in Lake Macquarie. Read the full story of this remarkable catch.
Robert Large's yacht Inukshuk retired from the Sydney to Hobart race after a fishing net tangled its rudder. The skipper details the tough safety call and looks ahead to next year.
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury criticises NSW's post-Bondi protest laws as a 'knee-jerk reaction' while supporting tighter gun controls and a review of anti-vilification laws in the territory.
Following the Bondi terror attack, the NSW government has passed decisive legislation for gun control and protest limits. Read why public safety must come first.
Australians will soon say goodbye to iconic plastic items like soy sauce fish and bread tags as states roll out new bans. Discover what's changing and why in our full report.
Outraged families staged a 'Tinsel' protest at Cairns court, demanding justice for victims of violent crime. They claim sentences are too lenient. Read the full story.
Australian NBA star Ben Simmons purchases controlling stake in the South Florida Sails fishing team while rehabilitating from back injury. Discover his new venture.
Members of Canberra's Jewish community call on the Albanese government to safeguard the right to protest while drafting new hate speech laws in response to the Bondi Beach attack. Read their concerns.
South Coast unions condemn NSW's new laws banning protests after terror events, branding them undemocratic. Legal challenges are already underway. Read the full story.
A petition with over 10,000 signatures demands a parliamentary inquiry into WA's demersal fishing ban. The Cook Government prepares to defend the controversial policy in court.
A $5 million McDonald's proposal opposite Toukley Public School has been formally rejected by Central Coast Council, ending a year-long community fight over traffic and safety concerns.
Outraged fishing groups take the Cook Government to court over a permanent fishing ban in WA's South Coast. Get the full story on the legal fight and its impact.
A second-generation Geraldton fishing family sells their final catch as WA's commercial demersal ban begins. Discover the community impact and political fightback.
Radford College extends withdrawal deadline to December 16 as parents revolt over 23% fee increases and financial mismanagement. Read the latest on the crisis.
Perth families scramble as WA's social media ban for under-16s starts Monday. Parents express confusion and anger over the sudden enforcement. Read more about the impact.
Four activists arrested after hurling apple crumble and custard at the Crown Jewels case in London's Tower. The 'Take Back Power' group demands wealth tax. Read the full story.
Wollongong's iconic Sea Cliff Bridge was closed to traffic as hundreds marched in support of Palestine. Police managed the protest, which was part of a national day of action.
Western Australia's new social media ban in schools has experts warning of increased student isolation during the long summer holidays. Learn about the concerns and the government's stance.
West Australian teenagers share their candid thoughts on the state's looming social media ban for under-16s. Discover the debate on safety, connection, and enforcement.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it vital to protect children from being mined for attention. He reveals his own 'no-screens' family rule.
Hollywood star Chris Pratt supports Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s, calling it a 'smart move' to protect kids from algorithms mining their attention.
A neo-Nazi demonstrator has been expelled from Australia following an anti-Jewish rally outside NSW Parliament. The government vows to tackle hate groups. Read the full story.
A NSW family vlogging channel says they will try to circumvent the new social media ban for under-16s, arguing their children's online presence is positive and profitable. The ban starts December 10.
Newcastle Herald readers weigh in on NRL's stance on R360 defectors, renewed climate policy battles, and the impact of recent port blockades. Dive into the local debate.
Premier Roger Cook faces fierce criticism over a sudden West Coast Demersal fishing ban. The decision, labelled a political miscalculation, threatens recreational fishing and regional votes. Read the full analysis.
A sweeping 21-month ban on catching key demersal species in WA will hit supplies and drive up costs, with the government conceding price rises are inevitable. Find out what it means for your local takeaway.
WA Premier Roger Cook faces pressure as fishing businesses reel from the demersal ban. A promised government helpline for impacted workers is revealed to be non-existent.
NSW Police prepare for a pro-Palestine rally on Sea Cliff Bridge this Sunday, emphasising public safety after crowd crush fears at a previous Sydney march. Read the latest details.