Coles and Woolworths have enlisted additional trucks to keep WA shelves stocked after a freight train derailment in South Australia blocked a key national rail corridor. Read about the supply chain response.
A major freight train derailment in South Australia has suspended cross-country rail services. Recovery efforts face delays due to extreme heat. Get the latest updates here.
A landmark affordable housing project on Newcastle's last undeveloped rail corridor faces fierce opposition from locals demanding green space. The clash highlights the city's growing pains.
Geoffrey Noel MacNicol, a former primary school principal, received a suspended sentence for the indecent assault of a 12-year-old. The magistrate described the act as 'predatory and exploitative'. Read the full court details.
Canberra commuters face major disruptions as Commonwealth Avenue Bridge closes and Northbourne Avenue light rail works begin simultaneously. Plan your route and expect delays.
A Gold Coast tourist recounts the terrifying head-on train collision near Machu Picchu in Peru that killed the driver and injured 30. Watch her video and get the latest updates.
Israel announces the suspension of several major aid organisations in Gaza, citing security concerns. The move raises fears of a deepening humanitarian crisis. Read the full report.
A serious collision between a car and the Kuranda Scenic Railway at a Grove St level crossing has caused significant traffic chaos across Cairns North. Avoid the area.
Newcastle Herald readers demand leadership on a maritime museum, protest a 40% rate hike in Cessnock, and debate the city's light rail performance. Read the full community debate.
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
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.
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
A Canberra father turned to artificial intelligence to prove erratic traffic lights caused his crash. His four-month repair saga highlights a bureaucratic battle with the ACT government. Read the full story.
Newcastle bus drivers have voted down a proposed enterprise agreement after nearly a year of negotiations, leading to renewed industrial action and service disruptions. Read the latest on the pay and conditions dispute.
Major Canberra light rail construction will close parts of Northbourne Avenue and the city centre for weeks this summer. Get all the key dates, detours, and transport changes you need to know.
Billionaire-backed Ivanhoe Atlantic secures crucial rail access in Liberia, paving the way for its Guinea iron ore project. Construction is slated for early 2026. Read the latest.
WA's corruption watchdog issues a stark warning after a senior Perth rail manager helped a friend's company win taxpayer-funded work. Read the full report.
Striking rail workers at Downer's Cardiff workshop plan to continue industrial action through Christmas, seeking a 21.5% pay rise over four years. Read the latest on the dispute.
Former Richmond AFL player Marlion Pickett has received a suspended sentence for possessing dirty cash and helping launder over $300,000 from burglaries. Read the full court details.
Former Richmond AFL star Marlion Pickett has received a suspended sentence after admitting to laundering over $300,000 in stolen money. The Perth court heard of his relapse into drug use. Read the full details.
Talison Lithium confirms it will not reopen the Bunbury to Greenbushes rail line, opting for road transport. The decision impacts local infrastructure plans and lithium supply chains. Read the full analysis.
Newcastle Council moves to acquire three parcels of land, marking a major milestone for the 32-kilometre Richmond Vale Rail Trail. The shared path will connect Kurri Kurri to Hexham, offering a safe alternative to major highways.
PM Anthony Albanese reaffirms his passion for high-speed rail but reveals little on funding the crucial Sydney to Newcastle leg. Get the latest on the $70m development phase and the 2037 target.
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
New government data shows specialist homelessness services in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are supporting almost nine people daily. Advocates warn the system is at breaking point.
A Perth man who threatened the judge who jailed his wife for their son's abuse has been given a suspended sentence. Read the full details of the disturbing case.
Illawarra's Serendipity Support Services marks International Day of People with Disability, offering participant-centred care, SIL homes, and community programs. Discover their family-run approach.
Elderly Magnetic Island residents face crisis as essential care provider ends services. Community demands immediate government action to fill critical gap.
Major maintenance work on the South Coast rail line sees buses replacing trains. The NSW government invests $423 million to upgrade the critical transport corridor, improving reliability for millions of commuters.
Newcastle's light rail system faces chaos as unplanned maintenance causes widespread cancellations, leaving commuters stranded. Discover the full story behind the service breakdown.