Victoria Police urge Longwood residents to stay vigilant amid reports of suspicious activity and potential looting. Premier Jacinta Allan condemns the acts as 'sickening' while bushfires continue to burn across the state.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held the cash rate at 4.35% and signalled a prolonged pause, with no hikes expected before 2026. Discover what this means for mortgages and the economy.
Welfare groups warn of increasing financial hardship in WA this festive season. Anglicare CEO calls for community vigilance as emergency relief requests surge. #Christmas #CostOfLiving
WA Mums Cottage in Mandurah receives a $23,000 Lotterywest grant to fund crisis and emergency relief for local families facing financial hardship. The charity provides vital support services.
The South Australian government has announced a one-off $250 payment for eligible households to help with bills this Christmas. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
Discover how Newentor's orthopaedic sleep technology is helping Illawarra locals from Helensburgh to Kiama wake up without pain. Explore customisable mattresses and toppers designed for the Australian climate.
Vision Australia calls for Perth volunteers to provide short-term homes for working Seeing Eye Dogs. All expenses covered. Apply now to support the blind community.
Geelong charities are preparing for a record-breaking Christmas as millions of Australians struggle with food insecurity. Find out how you can help support local families in need this holiday season.
WA's mid-year review reveals a $7.5bn revenue windfall from iron ore and gold, delivering an eighth straight surplus. Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends no new cost-of-living measures. Read the full analysis.
Discover how MBT footwear, inspired by Masai walking, is helping Australians reduce joint pain and improve posture through its unique curved sole design. Find out why health professionals recommend them.
A 51-year-old relief teacher in Adelaide has been charged with child sexual offences, prompting letters to parents from multiple schools. The man is on bail and due in court next year.
The WA Government extends its rent relief program after Perth was declared Australia's most unaffordable city. Grants of $5000 will continue until June. Read more.
The WACA's CEO has formally requested a 10-year exemption from council rates, worth an estimated $2.5 million, to aid the historic ground's financial future. Read the full story.
Manly Sea Eagles hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into immediate NRL retirement at age 28 due to repeated concussions. He will transition into a coaching role with the club.
SRU Community Hub faces critical funding crisis, needing $100,000 to secure new premises and maintain essential domestic violence support services for Hunter families.
Southeast Queensland families affected by catastrophic superstorms can access up to $900 in emergency payments. Learn about eligibility and recovery efforts.
A Geelong secondary school's student-run farm is providing fresh produce to families struggling with food insecurity. Discover how this innovative program is making a difference in the community.
Australian families skip meals amid cost-of-living crisis as Coles-SecondBite partnership delivers 300 million meals milestone. Learn how to help this Christmas.
As Australia's cost-of-living crisis deepens, working families are skipping meals. Coles and SecondBite mark 300 million meals delivered, but demand outstrips supply.
A small plane carrying hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica crashed in Florida, killing both people on board. The Beech B100 went down just minutes after takeoff from Fort Lauderdale.
Notorious conman Craig Dale faces justice after swindling a vulnerable remote Aboriginal community recovering from devastating floods. Discover the shocking details of his elaborate scam and the court's final verdict.
Australian shoppers are rushing to snap up the revolutionary Derila pillow at an incredible 70% discount this Black Friday. The scientifically designed pillow promises relief for sleep apnea and snoring issues.
Thirroul Bowling Club members are raising their glasses after the federal government announced a freeze on draught beer tax, providing much-needed relief for local clubs and pubs across Australia.
Discover how Ergoflex's award-winning memory foam mattress, specifically designed for back pain sufferers, is now available at unprecedented Black Friday discounts across Australia.
Frustrated by state government delays, Newcastle City Council steps in to provide immediate assistance to homeowners affected by devastating landslides in Merewether.
Chief Minister Andrew Barr signals willingness to adjust Lease Variation Charges to make housing projects financially viable amid Canberra's affordability crisis.
Discover how EasyLiving's ergonomic recliners are transforming spinal health for Western Australians struggling with chronic back discomfort and poor posture.
Australian country music star James Johnston leads an all-star lineup at Wingham Music Festival, raising crucial funds for Mid-North Coast flood-affected communities this October.
Australia's most beloved kitchen appliance brand announces groundbreaking partnership with global hunger relief organization, combining culinary passion with humanitarian action.