QRA to Investigate Cairns Council Over Audit
The Queensland Reconstruction Authority launches investigation into Cairns Regional Council's handling of cyclone recovery funds. Stay informed about the audit findings.
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Govt Mandates Nationwide Mobile Coverage for Telcos
New legislation requires major telecommunications providers to deliver comprehensive mobile coverage across Australia, eliminating connectivity black spots nationwide.
Cairns Hospital's $5.3M travel subsidy crisis
Cairns Hospital faces a $5.3 million blowout in patient travel subsidies, with disruptive groups drinking near the facility creating major access issues. Learn how this impacts healthcare delivery.
SA Child Homelessness Crisis: Suicide Leading Cause of Death
Shocking report reveals thousands of South Australian children are homeless, with girls disproportionately affected. Suicide has become the leading cause of death among this vulnerable group.
Wildergreen Moama: Perfect Country Weekend Getaway
Discover Wildergreen Moama, a revolutionary lifestyle precinct on the NSW-Victoria border featuring Embr restaurant, The Playground bar, and Treehouse kids' zone. Your perfect regional escape awaits!
Wildergreen: Multi-Seasonal Regional Sanctuary Escape
Discover Wildergreen, the groundbreaking lifestyle precinct on the NSW-Victoria border featuring Embr restaurant and Treehouse kids' zone. Perfect country escape just hours from Melbourne and Sydney.
New Blood Test Detects Liver Cancer Earlier in WA
Western Australian patients now have access to a revolutionary blood test that detects liver cancer earlier, potentially saving countless lives across the state.
Crisafulli Challenges Health Service Amalgamation Plans
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli demands transparency on health service amalgamation. Learn how this affects Cairns and regional healthcare delivery across the state.
Cairns Economy Beats State and National Growth
Cairns economy surges ahead of Queensland and national averages in 2025, driven by tourism boom and infrastructure investment. Regional economist reveals stunning growth figures.
$4.3M Surgical Robot Fundraiser Success for North QLD
North Queensland celebrates record $4.3M fundraiser securing life-saving surgical robot technology. This groundbreaking achievement will transform regional healthcare access.
Bungendore crime surges 65% amid police absence
Charming NSW town Bungendore faces 65% crime increase with no permanent police presence. Arson, vandalism and theft plague the tourism award winner. Read the shocking details.
No affordable Illawarra rentals left for locals
The Illawarra region has no affordable rental postcodes left, with essential workers and pensioners facing severe housing stress. Discover the full impact of the rental crisis.
Bunbury Prison Officer Investigated Over Inmate Photo
A senior officer at Bunbury Regional Prison faces professional standards investigation after allegedly taking inappropriate photo of an inmate. Full details on the incident.
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.
Perc Tucker Gallery's Final 2025 Exhibition Revealed
Townsville's Perc Tucker Regional Gallery announces its final 2025 exhibition, 'A Fitting Conclusion,' celebrating local artists before major redevelopment. Discover this cultural milestone.
Australia Blocks US Takeover of SA Pharma Company
Treasurer Jim Chalmers blocks US firm's takeover of South Australian pharmaceutical company, citing national interest in healthcare security. Read the full details.
Hunter Manufacturing Awards 2025 Winners Announced
Discover the winners of the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Awards, celebrating record-breaking innovation and export success from regional NSW manufacturers. Learn how local companies are competing globally.
Geelong Advertiser Celebrates 185 Years of Journalism
The Geelong Advertiser marks 185 years of documenting Geelong's transformation from colonial settlement to modern city. Discover how this newspaper witnessed history unfold.
Highgate Woman Charged With Shire Funds Corruption
A Highgate woman faces corruption charges for allegedly misusing regional shire funds. Learn about the investigation and potential consequences.
Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion Gets Green Light
Sunshine Coast Airport's major Gateway Precinct approved, featuring hotel, retail and services. Set to boost tourism and create thousands of jobs ahead of 2032 Olympics.
Geelong nurses strike over pay and conditions
Frustrated Geelong Healthscope nurses and midwives walk off the job demanding better pay and conditions. The 24-hour strike highlights healthcare workforce challenges.
Royal Perth Hospital Emergency Upgrade Faces Delays
Royal Perth Hospital's major redevelopment faces significant delays, with only 60 new emergency bays set to open in 2028. Learn about the impact on WA healthcare.
Hunter mine sites get $5m transformation blueprint
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.
$24m Golden Highway Overtaking Lane to Ease Congestion
A $24 million overtaking lane is planned for the Golden Highway west of Merriwa to improve safety and traffic flow. Have your say on the proposal until December 12.
States Call Emergency Meeting on Hospital Funding
State leaders demand transparency as PM Albanese conducts hospital funding negotiations behind closed doors. Emergency meeting called amid healthcare crisis concerns.
Former coal miner's urgent warning on energy transition
After decades in coal mines, Darryl Best advocates for renewable jobs in mining regions. As global markets shift, he warns political denial threatens communities more than energy transition.
WA Hospital Funding Crisis Demands Urgent Reform
Western Australia's public hospitals face critical funding shortages due to flawed federal-state agreements. Experts demand immediate reform to protect healthcare services.
Solving Australia's regional healthcare crisis
Australia's regional healthcare crisis sees life expectancy gaps of 7 years. Discover how universities and government can collaborate to train local doctors for regional communities.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX
Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.
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