The iconic 'tree house' on the Hume Highway near Menangle is a historic water tower. After years of public curiosity, Wollondilly Shire Council confirms it will be protected from demolition under a new heritage proposal. Discover the story behind this loc
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.
Geelong's beloved Sawyers Arms Tavern in Newtown has reopened after a major refurbishment, blending its historic charm with a fresh, modern food and drink menu. Discover the new chapter for this local icon.
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 major new Fresh and Save Food Warehouse is coming to Townsville, transforming two former industrial sites. The development promises jobs and cheaper groceries for locals. Read more about this exciting project.
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.
Join a guided walking tour of New Norcia, WA's historic monastic town founded in 1847. Discover Spanish architecture, Noongar stories, and stunning chapels. Book your tour today!
Plans for the Newcastle Ocean Baths cafe reveal potential alcohol sales and a rooftop terrace. The council's management plan outlines hours and capacity as community debate continues.
Guildford's iconic Bushells tea house has sold to renovators for $1 million. Hundreds inspected the landmark property, featuring three buildings and a historic painted sign.
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.
Getta Betta Coffee and Burger has launched at Cairns DFO, taking over the old Taco Bell location. Discover the new menu and opening details for this local dining addition.
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.
The iconic Bushells Tea House in Guildford, Perth, has sold for $1.2 million. Discover the history of this unique property and why it was a bargain buy.
The City of Vincent moves to create a secure exchange zone for online marketplace deals, aiming to reduce scams and increase safety for residents. A detailed report is due in three months.
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.
Plans for twin 'Rock' service stations north of Newcastle gain momentum, set to create 100 jobs and revive a site with deep Australian road trip history. Construction approval expected soon.
A major dual-service centre is set to rise on the Pacific Highway near Tea Gardens, creating 100 jobs and reviving the iconic 'Rock' site destroyed by fire in 2018. Read about the community's excitement and the project's strategic importance for freight.
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.
Residents of Maitland can now share ideas for the future of the former Maitland Hospital site. Public consultation is open until March 1, 2026, to decide on community uses for the heritage-listed location.
Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting is applying for a helipad at its new West Perth headquarters. The proposal faces community scrutiny over noise and safety. Read the latest.
A 45-year-old man has died and a 19-year-old is seriously injured after a retaining wall collapsed at a West End construction site. Emergency crews worked for over an hour to free the trapped teen. Read the latest on this developing story.
An 85-year-old former Marist brother has pleaded guilty to indecently assaulting a homeless 16-year-old boy in the ACT in 1980. Malcolm John Dickson changed his plea an hour into his Supreme Court trial.
University of Newcastle researcher Dr Brooke Williams receives $530,000 grant to develop tool for effective forest restoration amid Australia's growing environmental markets.
Fremantle's iconic 1898 Trade Hall building hits the market with a $7 million price tag. This heritage-rich property offers commercial and residential potential in the heart of the port city.
Surf Coast Shire confronts a $12 million rehabilitation bill for the Anglesea tip site. Council explores funding options as community awaits solutions. Read more.
Kaiser Reef is unlocking value from historic gold waste dumps at its Maldon project in Victoria, with drilling planned to convert old material into a JORC resource and feed its processing plant.
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 100-year-old conifer that survived road construction in the 1960s now faces removal for Canberra's light rail expansion. Discover its soldier settler history and preservation efforts.