32 Tobacco Shops Raided and Closed in North Queensland
A major police operation across North Queensland has forced 32 tobacco retailers to close. The raids targeted illegal sales and compliance breaches. Read the full story.
A major police operation across North Queensland has forced 32 tobacco retailers to close. The raids targeted illegal sales and compliance breaches. Read the full story.
Acclaimed Hollywood film editor Chris Lebenzon, known for 'Con Air' and 'Top Gun', has swapped Los Angeles for the coastal charm of Barwon Heads. Discover his story and new life in regional Victoria.
A 54-year-old man faces court after police allegedly uncover drugs, stolen property, and ammunition during a raid on a property near Tamworth. Read the full details.
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.
A man narrowly escaped injury after being shot at multiple times outside a Sydney gym. Police are hunting two balaclava-clad offenders. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
Australia faces potential oil supply disruptions as the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalates, threatening global energy security and local fuel prices. Read the full analysis.
Three Sunshine Coast men face hefty fines after an illegal campfire escalated into a seven-hectare bushfire at Teewah Beach. Authorities warn of permanent fire bans.
Mount Molloy residents are forced onto bottled water after their town supply runs dry. Council scrambles to fix the critical infrastructure failure. Read the latest on this Far North Queensland crisis.
ADX Energy has significantly upgraded the gas resource at its Sicily Channel project by 31% to 484 billion cubic feet, bolstered by new technical data and a favourable European energy climate.
Critica Limited has successfully produced a second high-grade mixed rare earths product from its Jupiter project in WA, reinforcing its potential as a major non-China supply source. Discover the strategic implications for the global market.
Parents buying e-bikes for Christmas are warned to check legality to avoid $818 fines. NSW power limits will drop to 250w soon. Police highlight dangers of modifications.
A Canberra man described as an 'extreme danger' is accused of supplying unauthorised firearms to senior Bandidos members. Bail denied. Read the latest court details.
Police have seized nine firearms and made three arrests in a major raid on a property in Upper Haughton, near Townsville. Read the full details of the operation.
Geelong's drinking water supply secured after major $40 million pipeline upgrades. Critical infrastructure improvements ensure reliable water for growing population.
Security concerns emerge as Pioneer Computers, contracted to supply WA Police with drones, faces scrutiny over Chinese ownership links. Read the full investigation.
Lotterywest terminates agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. A zero-tolerance crackdown on the black market.
Lotterywest has terminated agreements with seven Perth retailers caught selling illegal vapes and cigarettes. This crackdown supports community health and integrity.
A Whittington man faces 32 criminal charges after police uncovered multiple firearms during a Geelong property raid. Read the latest on this major police operation.
The Town of Cambridge abandons its plan to turn off hot water at City Beach to deter illegal campers. A new, compassionate strategy focusing on education is underway for 2026.
Three Townsville tobacconists face 90-day closures under Queensland's tough new tobacco laws. Learn how these regulations are combating illegal sales.
A major police operation and school lockdowns across Sydney's north-west were triggered by a man carrying a toy gun. Discover how the incident unfolded and the community reaction.
Expert analysis reveals Australia's defence vulnerability lies not in invasion but supply chain disruption. Learn why fuel security and national resilience matter more than traditional defence spending.
Augusta-Margaret River residents demand overflow camping solution as summer van traveller influx overwhelms local areas. Shire's enforcement strategy faces backlash.
A man and woman face over 30 drug supply charges after police found cocaine, magic mushrooms and cash in an Albion Park vehicle. Read the latest on the Strike Force Alamillio investigation.
Jacob Arthur Pointon sentenced to prison after police found a loaded firearm in his hotel room. Read the full details of this shocking case.
Maytham Hamad, brother of Kazem Hamad, faces court as police seize Lamborghinis and designer goods in Perth's escalating tobacco conflict. Read the latest developments.
A Geelong demolition company has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for illegally dumping and burning construction waste in Charlemont. Learn about the environmental consequences.
Four people involved in cocaine supply at Cairns' Gilligans Backpackers receive sentences. Discover the court outcomes and police investigation details.
UDIA WA's Infrastructure Summit tackles critical delays in power, water, and roads needed to unlock land for 90,000 new homes. Discover the collaborative solutions.