First 2026 Baby Born in Townsville to Charters Towers Couple
A Charters Towers couple are celebrating the arrival of their son, Townsville's first baby of 2026. Born at Townsville University Hospital, the healthy boy arrived just after midnight.
A Charters Towers couple are celebrating the arrival of their son, Townsville's first baby of 2026. Born at Townsville University Hospital, the healthy boy arrived just after midnight.
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Perth welcomed 2026 with spectacular fireworks and a subdued crowd of 130,000. The 'new norm' of heavily armed WA Police patrols was on full display, reflecting heightened safety concerns post-Bondi. Read the full story.
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Thousands celebrated New Year's Eve on Newcastle's Foreshore as families and revellers shared hopes for travel and adventure in 2026. NSW Police ran a major operation amid health warnings about dangerous drugs.
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Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks lit up the harbour in a stunning 12-minute show, marked by a poignant tribute to the Bondi attack victims. Over a million people watched the spectacle.
Thousands gathered on Newcastle's Foreshore to welcome 2026. Amidst the celebrations, police issued warnings about dangerous drugs and urged public safety. See the photos and stories.
Sydney launches its biggest security operation for New Year's Eve, deploying 3,000 officers with high-powered rifles to reassure the public after the Bondi terror attack. Authorities confirm no credible threats.
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Sydney's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display drew record crowds and featured stunning new effects. Discover all the highlights and key moments from the harbour celebration.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's New Year's Eve address honours Bondi attack victims, praises Australian spirit, and calls for unity to write 2026's next chapter. Read his full message.
Cairns venues are rolling out spectacular plans for New Year's Eve 2024. Discover party buses, rooftop celebrations, and fireworks to welcome 2025 in Tropical North Queensland.
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Townsville is set to welcome 2026 in style with a massive free concert headlined by dance music icons Bag Raiders. Get ready for a spectacular fireworks show over the Strand!
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The Bureau of Meteorology has released its seven-day forecast covering New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026. Find out if your city's celebrations will be sunny or stormy.
Wollongong City Libraries' 2025 borrowing data shows female authors and crime fiction leading the way, with over a million physical loans. Discover the top titles and trends.
Travellers can save 20% on multi-day scenic rail tours across New Zealand for 2026-27. The sale runs from December 26 to January 31, 2026. Book online with promo code EARLYBD27.
Pinterest's 2026 trend report forecasts a shift to individuality, nostalgia, and analogue living. Discover the key fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends set to define the year ahead.
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