Council rejects extra tree planting for Bayswater storm loss
Bayswater councillor's motion to fully replace 110 mature trees lost in December's devastating storm is rejected. City officers say existing programs will cover it. Read the details.
Bayswater councillor's motion to fully replace 110 mature trees lost in December's devastating storm is rejected. City officers say existing programs will cover it. Read the details.
Geelong's beloved waterfront bollards are at a crossroads. The council must decide whether to repair, replace, or restore the iconic figures, sparking a community-wide debate about heritage and art.
ACT Police issue public appeal to locate Jeremy Thurling, 47, missing since January 8. Last believed to be in Kowen Forest. Family holds serious welfare concerns.
Perth's long-awaited $25 million Baillie Hill hospitality and community precinct opens January 19 in East Victoria Park, creating over 100 jobs and restoring historic heritage.
The historic Royal Crown Hotel in Dudley has been closed since May 2025 due to severe termite damage. Owner Michael Deer has lodged a DA for a three-stage restoration, aiming to reopen the beloved local in 2026. Read the full story.
An Ergon Energy electrician performed a heroic midnight mission to restore power to the isolated Gulf town of Croydon, saving residents from a sweltering night. Read the full story of community resilience.
A tiny beetle is devastating WA's urban forests. A new report calls for a $100 million investment to plant new trees and stop the dieback. Find out how this crisis affects your community.
Nowra's beloved 90-year-old Roxy Cinemas has triumphantly reopened after severe flood damage. Discover the careful restoration that blends modern upgrades with cherished Art Deco heritage.
A man is fighting for life after being struck while outside his vehicle on Brisbane's Logan Motorway. Police are investigating and appealing for dashcam footage.
A body has been discovered near a bogged 4WD in Bago Bluff National Park, believed to be a 48-year-old man reported missing from Brombin. Police investigations continue.
Explore the remarkable recovery of Borneo's INIKEA forest, where a 14,000ha restoration project now offers rare night safaris to see civets, lorises and more. Discover this quiet conservation triumph.
A Geelong pensioner shares her harrowing battle with Ross River virus as cases surge in Victoria. Experts warn of a severe season and urge protective measures.
Lake Macquarie's historic Awaba House, gutted by fire in 2019, is set to reopen in mid-2026 as a premier dining destination under The Catering Group, promising local food and community focus.
Newcastle councillors have overwhelmingly endorsed a campaign to protect a vast bushland area slated for 4200 homes, aiming to create a new national park to safeguard a rare chlamydia-free koala population.
Port Stephens oyster growers face a depleted Christmas harvest after battling QX disease, floods, and pollution. Industry value has plummeted, but reef restoration offers hope.
More than 104,000 homes and businesses in Perth have had power restored after a severe summer storm, but 8,000 remain without electricity. Western Power crews continue repair efforts.
Extreme weather at Bali's Sangeh Monkey Forest has killed a staff member and caused severe damage to the ancient Pucak Sari Temple. Australian travellers urged to take safety precautions.
A major redevelopment plan for Braddon's historic Coggan's Bakery and Waves Carwash sites proposes 13-storey apartments, a luxury hotel, and a public park. Discover the details of this transformative project for Canberra's inner north.
Bunnings has unveiled its colossal new five-storey Frenchs Forest store, the fourth-largest in Australia. Discover its rooftop nursery, trade lanes & sustainability features today!
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Brooke Williams receives $530,000 grant to develop tool for effective forest restoration amid Australia's growing environmental markets.
Tragedy strikes Hume Highway with two fatal crashes over the weekend. An elderly woman dies at Sutton Forest, another person killed at Gunning. Investigations ongoing.
After years of delays, Australia's environmental laws have been reformed through a Labor-Greens compromise deal. Will these changes actually protect nature?
Environment Minister Murray Watt races against time to pass landmark environmental reforms through Senate. Will political parties find common ground for Australia's nature?
Discover how volunteers are restoring a rare WWII Catalina flying boat in NSW's Hunter Valley, preserving Australia's aviation heritage. Learn about the aircraft's wartime legacy.
A multi-million dollar transformation is planned for SA's historic Regal Theatre, securing its future for its 100th birthday. This art deco treasure needs government support. See the vision.
Western suburbs councils receive over $300,000 in government grants to replace trees destroyed by polyphagous shot-hole borer. Learn about the restoration plan.
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.
Newcastle Grammar School seeks to convert a historic 1908 courthouse annexe back into educational use for creative arts and exams, reconnecting with its past as Australia's oldest school.
In a world-first achievement, coral planted on the Great Barrier Reef has successfully reproduced. This breakthrough offers new hope for reef restoration efforts.
Discover why Australian men are choosing Turkey for affordable, high-quality hair restoration procedures and what you need to know before booking your trip.