Three killed in separate Adelaide crashes in 48 hours
South Australia is in mourning after three separate fatal crashes in Adelaide claimed the lives of two cyclists and a young driver. The state's 2026 road toll now stands at eight.
South Australia is in mourning after three separate fatal crashes in Adelaide claimed the lives of two cyclists and a young driver. The state's 2026 road toll now stands at eight.
Auric Mining is preparing its second toll treatment campaign at the Munda gold mine near Widgiemooltha, with 67,000 tonnes stockpiled and sales expected in late February. Read more.
A South Coast free diver's asthma symptoms turned out to be a massive 2.5kg tumour. Monica Sutherland shares her harrowing fight with rare cancer and her hope for new treatments.
The ACT Greens call for a permanent ban on waste-to-energy incinerators, citing pollution and climate risks. Learn about the policy and the community's stance.
A young motorcyclist has died in a crash on Forrest Highway near Pinjarra, pushing WA's 2026 road toll to six. Major Crash investigators are appealing for witnesses.
SA Labor promises a $70 million IVF expansion, cutting costs and boosting access for thousands. A key health policy in the lead-up to the 2026 state election.
A woman, man, and young boy were injured after their car left Shellharbour Road and hit trees near Croome. The woman was airlifted in a serious condition. Read the latest on the Illawarra crash.
A 24-year-old man has died after his motorcycle collided with a truck on Main South Rd at Hackham. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage as the state's road toll rises.
Health Minister Mark Butler confirms a push to list drugs like Wegovy on the PBS, potentially saving thousands for Australians with obesity. Read the latest.
Queensland researchers begin human trials for IB409, a revolutionary drug derived from funnel web spider venom that could prevent cell death during heart attacks and strokes.
A man has died after a car left a road near Mount Gambier, sparking a significant grass fire. Police are investigating the fatal single-vehicle crash.
Former Home and Away actress Alea O'Shea opens up about paralysis and hair loss following aggressive brain cancer treatment. The 25-year-old shares her journey day by day.
Two teenage boys were rescued from a dangerous rip at an unpatrolled Illawarra beach. The incident highlights the rising summer drowning toll and the critical importance of swimming between the flags.
Newcastle and Hunter police conducted over 31,000 breath tests in a 17-day holiday crackdown. While no one died locally, 19 injury crashes occurred. Police warn of a concerning rise in drug-driving.
Confronting 2025 data reveals Lake Macquarie had the state's second-worst road toll. Speed was the leading killer as NSW lost 355 lives. Read the full analysis and official pleas for safer driving.
Adelaide's Filipino community is grieving after a New Year's Eve van rollover on Horrocks Highway killed an 18-year-old student and a 71-year-old grandmother. Read more about the tragedy and the fundraising efforts.
Western Australia sees a decrease in road fatalities for 2025, contrasting with a sharp rise across Australia. Explore the latest figures and safety analysis.
An 18-year-old man and a 71-year-old woman have died after a Toyota Tarago rolled off Horrocks Highway near Tarlee. Six others were injured. SA's road toll rises.
A Townsville father with terminal cancer vows to fight on after a promising clinical trial fails to deliver a cure. His story highlights the urgent need for new treatment options.
From Centrelink boosts to higher tolls and new cash rules, discover the key changes affecting millions of Australians from January 1, 2026. Stay informed.
Australia's national road toll has exceeded 1300 for the first time since 2010, with a sharp rise in pedestrian fatalities linked to larger vehicles. Experts warn of a dangerous trend mirroring the US.
Police urge motorcyclists to ride within their limits after a devastating spike in fatalities on northern NSW roads. The road toll rises as double demerits remain in force.
Four-year-old Tom from Gawler, battling leukaemia, shares his favourite cookie recipe to support the Camp Quality Christmas Appeal. Discover how his resilience and baking bring joy.
A major expansion for St John of God Subiaco Hospital has been approved, adding a vital radiation oncology service. The new facility will save patients time and centralise cancer care in Perth.
At least 16 people have died after a bus overturned on a Java toll road. The vehicle was travelling from Jakarta to Yogyakarta. Get the latest details on this tragic accident.
A man in his 20s has died after his car left the road and hit trees near Rich Avon East. Victoria's 2025 road toll now stands at 282. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Melbourne researchers discover the TAK1 gene shields cancer cells from immune attack. The breakthrough, published in Cell Reports, could lead to more effective immunotherapy drugs for melanoma and other cancers.
A Kambah mother fights for PBS reform so her sons with Crohn's can access biologics, a first-line treatment in other OECD nations, instead of 18 tablets daily. #Health #Crohns #Australia
As Canberra faces a deadly overdose crisis, experts reveal stigma and access barriers prevent drug users from getting the most effective treatment: opioid prescription therapy. Learn why.
A man in his 70s has died after his car hit a power pole on Ocean Drive in Port Macquarie. Police are investigating the fatal crash as NSW's road toll reaches 331.