Compromise needed on WA fishing policy for all
WA's fishing policy is at a crossroads. A new approach is needed to protect marine parks, support sustainable fishing, and ensure fair access for all users. Read the full analysis.
WA's fishing policy is at a crossroads. A new approach is needed to protect marine parks, support sustainable fishing, and ensure fair access for all users. Read the full analysis.
A decade after an extreme east coast low battered the Hunter, claiming one life, marine rescue volunteers reunite to honour their courage in 8-metre swells. Read their incredible story.
Professor Ross Dowling, a driving force behind WA's geotourism and cruise sectors, steps down from Destination Perth. Explore his legacy and vision for sustainable travel. Read his full story.
A rare and highly venomous blue-ringed octopus was discovered on a popular Victorian beach. Experts urge beachgoers to admire from a distance and never touch.
South Australian beachgoers report ongoing illness despite official clearance of toxic algal bloom. Explosive claims allege government research slowdown ahead of state election. Full story.
Queensland's tourism chief calls for increased visitation to fund conservation of the Great Barrier Reef, following its prestigious 'World's Best Tourism Attraction' win. Discover how tourism fuels protection.
Newcastle faces a double whammy of soaring temperatures and decomposing seaweed this weekend. Learn how the council is managing the natural event and the severe heatwave forecast.
A 27-year-old Geographe man faces charges after a young woman died in a horror crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police continue their investigation into the tragic incident.
A dramatic surge in marine rescues across Western Australia saw 205 people pulled from the water this festive season. Authorities urge boaters and swimmers to prioritise safety.
Facing border closures and cyclone devastation, Tourism Tropical North Queensland achieved a record-breaking 36:1 ROI from international campaigns. Discover their strategy.
Hope remains for missing snorkeler Wen Ren Gu, 32, as police scale back search off Ledge Point Beach. Family appeals for public help. Details inside.
How Cairns tourism leaders turned airline pullouts, cyclones, and market collapse into a blueprint for growth. Discover the strategy that saved the region. Read the full story.
Three men were rescued from a capsized vessel off Shoal Bay after encountering large waves. Marine police responded to the early morning incident on January 1.
A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
A deadly blue-ringed octopus was found in the shallows of Geelong's Eastern Beach, metres from children. Experts warn of the extreme danger and urge immediate action if spotted.
When Japanese tourism to Cairns collapsed, a bold diversification plan saved the region's future. Discover the strategy that rescued the local economy.
Volunteer crews from Coast Guard Queenscliff successfully rescued two stranded mariners after their vessel broke down near Point Lonsdale. Read the full story of the dramatic night-time rescue.
Premier Roger Cook's sustainable tourism vision hits a snag as Rottnest Island's $50 million energy overhaul faces major delays and cost blowouts. Get the full story on WA's green energy hurdles.
Exclusive details reveal the fierce battle over renaming Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef to boost tourism. Discover the key players and the high-stakes debate.
The illegal spearing of a protected blue groper on the Central Coast has reignited community fury and calls for a marine protected area near Terrigal. Discover why this 'puppy dog of the sea' is so vulnerable.
A frantic marine search continues for a 14-year-old boy missing after a fatal boating accident at Sydney's Palm Beach on New Year's Eve. One man died. Authorities urge public information.
Cairns tourism leader Mark Olsen transformed a pilot strike crisis into a $1.5 million economic win. Discover how resilience and innovation saved the region's key events.
A man was rescued from the water near Towradgi Beach after a recreational boat crew spotted him. Marine Rescue NSW urges all boaters to maintain a proper lookout and ensure their vessels are seaworthy.
Explore how Tourism Tropical North Queensland's four-decade history of unified advocacy transformed Cairns into a global destination, driving major infrastructure and economic growth.
WA's new marine alcohol laws have seen just 32 skippers breath-tested in a year, costing taxpayers over $550,000. Questions arise over the program's effectiveness and cost.
From Eden's 'consolation prize' trophy to Marine Rescue NSW's critical medical evacuations, discover how the Far South Coast community supported weather-beaten Sydney to Hobart sailors in the 2025 race.
The University of Melbourne mourns the loss of its first female vice-chancellor, Professor Emma Johnston AO, a transformative science leader who died from cancer at 52.
The illegal spearing of a beloved blue groper at Terrigal Haven has ignited community anger, leading to a petition for a new marine reserve at Toowoon Bay on the NSW Central Coast.
A 23-year-old woman has died following a crash on Marine Terrace in Busselton. Police are investigating and urge witnesses or anyone with dash-cam footage to come forward.
University of Newcastle research reveals mussels from Jervis Bay's pristine waters are exceptionally rich in a highly absorbable form of omega-3 fatty acids, highlighting a unique Australian superfood.