Coroner's Office Delays Leave WA Families in Anguish
A critical backlog at the WA Coroner's Court is causing immense suffering for grieving families, with some waiting years for answers. The system must be fixed now.
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Swansea Channel 10-year dredging plan open for feedback
A decade-long strategy for maintaining Swansea Channel through dredging is now open for public consultation. Locals are urged to provide feedback to shape the future of this vital waterway.
Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
ACT's AMC prison costs $543 per inmate daily, highest in Australia
The Alexander Maconochie Centre costs ACT taxpayers $543.19 per prisoner daily, with a 77.2% recidivism rate. Calls grow to close the facility and return to using NSW prisons.
Optus outage disrupts Queensland NBN and emergency calls
A widespread Optus network failure has left parts of Queensland without internet, EFTPOS, and home phone services, also impacting calls to emergency services. Stay updated.
Minister defends $120k New York trip post-Optus outage
Communications Minister Anika Wells defends her $120,000 New York trip to promote Australia's under-16s social media ban, delayed due to the Optus triple-zero failure. Full cost breakdown revealed.
From seamless Sydney airport arrival to transport chaos
A traveller's unexpectedly smooth return via Sydney airport is overshadowed by a nationwide passport outage and a frustrating train journey home. Share your airport experiences.
Geraldton Bushfire Emergency: Residents Urged to Evacuate
Emergency warning issued for northern Geraldton as firefighters battle out-of-control bushfire amid 42C heat. Evacuation centres open as 605 properties lose power.
Diver dead, others trapped in SA underwater cave emergency
A major emergency operation is underway at Tank Cave near Mount Gambier after a diving incident left one person dead and others trapped or missing. Follow the latest updates.
Nationwide passport system outage causes airport chaos
A major technical failure in Australia's passport processing systems caused significant delays for international travellers. The issue has been resolved, but knock-on effects continue.
Zenith extends QLD gold find with 122m hit
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.
NSW storm blackouts: 15,000 still without power
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
Common Sense Missing in Council Petition Decisions
Recent council decisions show common sense in short supply as official petitions get sidelined. Discover how local governance is being undermined across Australia.
Man dies after tree falls in NSW severe storm
A 76-year-old man has died after being struck by a falling tree during severe NSW storms causing widespread power outages and transport chaos. Stay informed with the latest weather warnings.
One dead as ferocious storm batters NSW region
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
Optus Suffers Another Major Network Outage
Thousands of Optus customers face service disruptions in latest network outage. Check your service status and see what compensation is available.
Geelong Court Appearances: November 25 2025
Complete rundown of all cases heard at Geelong County Court on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Stay informed about local justice proceedings.
15% Copper Discovery at Chile's Ferro South Prospect
Southern Hemisphere Mining uncovers high-grade oxide copper at Ferro South in Chile, with portable XRF recording 15% copper. Drilling program planned to test potential open-cut mineralisation.
Geelong Paramedics Strained by Flawed Emergency System
Geelong paramedics face burnout as flawed dispatch system sends them to minor cases like paper cuts while genuine emergencies wait. Read about the crisis affecting our emergency services.
Oncologists Fight for Cancer System Changes
Leading Australian cancer specialists reveal systemic failures in treatment access and demand urgent government action to save lives.
Thousands of WA Student Records Deleted
Massive data loss hits WA schools as thousands of student records deleted without backup. Education Department under fire for catastrophic IT failure.
Stabbing victim waits months for government support
A Melbourne sushi chef stabbed in random CBD attack still awaits promised government assistance after six months, relying on savings for medical costs. #VictimSupport
Tech System Could Deliver More ACT Housing
A new digital platform, PRADS, is proposed to link developer tax concessions with affordable rentals for Canberra's essential workers, ensuring long-term housing compliance and supply.
Bassendean cricket fields 'unplayable' after irrigation works
Bassendean Cricket Club president condemns Jubilee Reserve's 'unplayable' condition after irrigation upgrades. Grounds described as 'walking on pizza' ahead of summer season.
Basil Zempilas condemns WA's overcrowded prison system
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas calls WA's prison overcrowding an indictment after a violent carjacker receives suspended sentence. Read the shocking details.
Major SA Power Outage Affects 10,000 Homes
Widespread power outage hits South Australia leaving thousands without electricity. SA Power Networks working to restore supply amid extreme weather conditions.
Ex-teacher jailed 11 years for historic child sex abuse
Rodney Neville Watkins, a former Perth primary teacher, receives 11-year sentence for sexually abusing students in the 1970s. Justice finally served after 50 years.
Townsville District Court Cases November 14
Townsville District Court delivers justice on November 14 with multiple sentencings and case proceedings. Get the latest court updates from North Queensland.
$37m for National Child Safety Check System
The Albanese government invests $37 million in a national real-time checking system to prevent criminals from working in childcare, ensuring child safety nationwide.
How Compulsory Voting Protects Australian Democracy
Discover how Australia's mandatory voting system creates political stability and prevents extremist takeovers. Learn why this unique system matters for democracy.
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