A Lake Macquarie father has been sentenced to 15 years for sexually abusing his daughter and other children. His victims, now adults, speak out to empower others and shed the shame they never deserved to carry.
A 109-year-old message in a bottle from WWI soldiers found on an Esperance beach has reunited families. They now seek a national museum to preserve this poignant piece of Australian history.
St George Mining uncovers high-grade niobium zone at Araxá, Brazil, with thick intercepts from surface, signalling a major resource upgrade. Read the latest on this world-class discovery.
As a severe heatwave looms, we revisit the Hunter's 1939 furnace that killed scores, halted work, and left a tragic mark on local records. Discover the history to understand the present.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
The body of a missing three-year-old boy has been discovered in a car in Bundaberg, Queensland. Police confirm the death is not suspicious. A report is being prepared for the Coroner.
Three geologists defied sceptics to discover the Hemi gold deposit in WA's Pilbara, now a $5 billion mine. Read their incredible story of persistence and geological genius.
CSIRO entomologist Keith Bayless hunts a rare fly, Clisa australis, from NSW caves to Canberra's bushland. Its rediscovery could unlock secrets to protect Australia's vital crops from pest species. Read the full story.
Explore a fascinating year from the Illawarra Mercury's history column, featuring tales of drunken tree-chopping, fiery ships, political threats, and vintage crime. Dive into 170 years of local stories.
A rediscovered 1912 book, 'The Ideal Western Australia', reveals the ambitious social blueprint for the state. Explore the untold history of WA's planned future.
Encounter Resources has uncovered a massive rare earths deposit in WA's remote West Arunta. The find promises to boost Australia's critical minerals supply. Read more on the breakthrough.
A body discovered near Old Bar in NSW has ended the search for a 37-year-old man missing since December 9. Police investigations into his disappearance are ongoing.
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.
ADX Energy readies a busy 2026 with Welchau-1 flow testing in February and three shallow gas wells planned. A pivotal period for the Perth junior's European ambitions.
A mysterious fossil, potentially from an ancient whale, has been discovered on an Ocean Grove beach. Experts are now investigating the significant find. Read more about this incredible piece of local history.
Forget stressful family trips. Discover how Discovery Parks — Narooma Beach on the NSW South Coast offers true relaxation for parents with kids, featuring heated pools, playgrounds and idyllic Handkerchief Beach.
True North Copper reports standout copper, silver & cobalt hits at its Aquila prospect in QLD, extending the mineralised trend beyond 900m. The discovery fuels a 60% share price surge. Read the full story.
A Victorian man's attempt to avoid a Working With Children Check due to historical offences has been rejected by VCAT. The tribunal upheld the need for child safety. Read the full ruling.
Perseus Mining has refused to increase its $2.1bn takeover offer for Predictive Discovery, calling a rival Robex Resources merger 'inferior'. Read the latest on the West African gold battle.
Discover Bishop's Waltham, a tranquil English town with a violent past hosting Romans, Vikings, Normans, and Napoleon's defeated admiral. Explore its scars and survival. Read more.
Russell Crowe delivers a standout performance as Nazi Hermann Göring in the new historical drama Nuremberg. Discover the film's gripping courtroom drama and powerful themes. Read our full review now.
Two Chinese nationals discovered in a remote part of Western Australia's Kimberley region are believed to be asylum seekers. Authorities confirm they were found unharmed after a challenging journey.
Perseus Mining has launched a $21 million all-cash counterbid for Predictive Discovery, securing the target's endorsement. The move shakes up the West African gold exploration sector.
A significant population of the ultra-rare Drosera silvicola, unseen for over 30 years, has been discovered in a WA wildlife sanctuary. The find offers new hope for the species' survival.
Discover LOVING exhibition at Canberra Museum featuring 4000 historical photos of male couples from 1850s-1950s. Opens December 6 alongside local queer portraits.
Estrella Resources uncovers three high-chargeability manganese anomalies at Ira Miri project, setting stage for major 2026 drill campaign. Assays expected within weeks.
Newcastle police are seeking public assistance after personal items were discovered abandoned at Bar Beach on November 27. Help investigators with any information.
Hot Chili discovers staggering 529-metre copper-gold intercept at La Verde, potentially transforming its Costa Fuego project economics and mine life in Chile's Atacama region.
Zenith Minerals reports a massive 122m gold intercept at Red Mountain, extending a significant intrusion-related gold system in Queensland. More high-grade results pending.
True North Copper's Aquila prospect expands with 900m mineralised strike, revealing high-grade copper-cobalt-silver intercepts that signal emerging multi-deposit district in Mt Oxide.