Dozens fined for abalone bag limit breaches in WA
Fisheries officers issued 38 fines during the second abalone hour of 2026. Read about the crackdown on bag limit breaches and the safety efforts along the Perth coast.
Fisheries officers issued 38 fines during the second abalone hour of 2026. Read about the crackdown on bag limit breaches and the safety efforts along the Perth coast.
Titanium Sands moves closer to developing its Mannar Island heavy mineral sands project, lodging a mining licence application. The project boasts a 318Mt resource and could generate nearly $2bn in stage one revenue.
A 15-year-old boy has died after crashing an e-bike in Tasmania's north coast, raising urgent safety concerns. Police are investigating as experts warn of rising dangers for young riders.
Newcastle Council faces backlash over a proposed licensed venue at the heritage-listed Ocean Baths. Critics accuse officials of hiding plans for alcohol sales and late-night trading from the public.
Iluka Resources has made 91 employees redundant, including 38 at its Perth HQ, following the suspension of its Cataby mineral sands mine. Read the full details on the job cuts and market impact.
A young man is in hospital after a serious motorbike crash on a Townsville street early Monday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
Exclusive: Controversial Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad, sued for anti-Semitic comments and linked to an alleged Bondi gunman, holds a current NSW firearms licence. Read the full investigation.
The Shire of Murray has finished installing its new licence plate recognition CCTV network, boosting community safety with real-time data for police. Read about the project and its funding.
Billy Egan's suspension opens the door for legendary jockey Luke Nolen to ride Buckets Ridge in the $1 million Perth Cup on New Year's Day. Get the latest updates and field changes here.
Viridis Mining and Minerals shares surged 39% after securing a crucial environmental licence for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, a major de-risking milestone. Discover the project's strategic advantages and global implications.
NFL star DK Metcalf is under investigation for an apparent punch at a fan during the Steelers' win over the Lions. Watch the incident and see the potential consequences.
A Canberra judge has ruled a getaway driver lacks the maturity to hold a licence after a fatal 2024 crash near Parliament House. Read the full sentencing details.
Illawarra Shooters MP Mark Banasiak argues proposed WA-style gun law reforms won't prevent terrorist attacks, following the Bondi massacre that killed 15. Read the debate.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes for stricter gun laws, including ownership limits and citizenship requirements, following the Bondi tragedy. Leaders to update National Firearms Agreement.
Australia's gun laws face intense scrutiny after the Bondi terror attack. Police reveal the shooter legally owned six firearms. Experts question the system's safeguards.
A 12-year-old boy was allegedly threatened with a knife by a teenage e-bike rider in an Eglinton park. WA Police are investigating the shocking incident.
Surf Coast Shire Councillor Paul Barker takes legal action against his suspension, alleging a denial of natural justice. The case could set a precedent for local government disputes.
Viridis Mining and Minerals is set to secure its Preliminary Licence for the Colossus rare earths project in Brazil on 19 December, marking a key step for one of the West's largest deposits. Read the latest on this strategic development.
A rare piece of Canberra motoring history has sold for $181,000 at auction. The ACT '54' plates were hotly contested in online bidding over 13 days.
Cristiano Ronaldo will be available for Portugal's World Cup opener after FIFA defers part of his suspension. The decision follows his White House meeting with FIFA's president.
Bali authorities are cracking down on tourist moped rentals. New rules require an international driver's licence and potential driving tests for Aussies after 142 major collisions in 2024.
A 21-year-old Canberra motorcyclist had his bike and gear seized after posting videos of speeds over 200km/h in an 80 zone on Instagram. ACT Police condemn the 'appalling' behaviour.
Uber has been slapped with a $250,000 fine for allowing ineligible drivers to carry passengers in NSW. The company pleaded guilty to 57 safety breaches. Read the full story.
A Geelong woman with a zero-alcohol licence was caught driving with a BAC of 0.203. Police impounded her vehicle in a dramatic roadside incident.
Queensland councils face $12,000 cost for social licence toolkit to navigate community renewable energy projects. Learn how this impacts Australia's green transition.
Adelaide star Izak Rankine will miss a fiery 2026 season opener against Collingwood at the MCG, serving the final game of his suspension for a homophobic slur. The AFL fixture, aided by AI, promises a blockbuster start.
Star jockey Jamie Melham receives a 30-meeting suspension for careless riding following her historic Melbourne Cup win. Blake Shinn hospitalised with a broken leg.
A violent confrontation at a Mayfield cafe has police searching for a man who allegedly assaulted another patron with a chair. The incident occurred at Mayfield's Suspension Espresso, leaving the community shaken.
The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal has confirmed the suspension of prominent Canberra renal physician Dr Michael Falk, citing serious concerns about his fitness to practice medicine. The decision follows a lengthy investigation into multiple patien
Perth solicitor Farah Mehta faces suspension and heavy fines after deliberately undermining disciplinary action from WA's legal regulator in a case that's shocked the legal community.