Discover Cheryl Hughes's lush tropical garden in West Leederville, a compact private resort designed for relaxation and mental wellbeing. Explore the plants and design that create a permanent holiday at home.
Criminal gangs are stealing Toyotas in under two minutes using a design flaw, forcing owners to pay for $1,600 ghost immobilisers. Toyota is developing a fix, but owners will have to pay extra.
Discover the psychological benefits of a well-designed balcony or backyard. Experts reveal how order, light, and nature can lower stress and improve wellbeing.
Australian homes are transforming spare rooms with Eva's best-selling Slideaway Sofa Bed. Discover the three-in-one furniture piece praised for style, comfort, and easy conversion.
Queensland's Deputy Premier has labelled stadium critics 'nimbys' as the architecture team for the $3.8bn Brisbane Olympic venue is announced. Discover the plans and the controversy.
Queensland's Deputy Premier has slammed opponents of the Brisbane Olympic Stadium as 'nimbys', while unveiling the architecture firms for the $3.8bn Victoria Park project. Read the latest.
West Rewards offers subscribers a chance to win 1 of 25 $50 Fringe World vouchers. Enter now to experience comedy, circus, music & cabaret. Entries close 11 Jan.
Tracey Canner and Nick Wren transformed their Madeley backyard into a low-maintenance tropical retreat. See how their hands-on creativity and big ideas paid off.
Comedian Tim Ross and Grand Designs host Kevin McCloud are bringing their 'Live in Interesting Places' show to Perth's Octagon Theatre. They discuss design, quality in housing, and seeing our cities with fresh eyes.
Financial expert Nick Bruining argues Australian taxi services need a major overhaul in service, pricing, and technology to compete with ride-sharing giants like Uber. Can they adapt in time?
The Newcastle Herald's Hunter Photography Prize is back for 2026. Amateur photographers in the Hunter Region are invited to submit their best shots for a chance to win major camera gear vouchers. Enter by January 20.
Geelong Advertiser readers have shared breathtaking photos of the region's landscapes and wildlife. See the stunning winning entries and finalists from our recent competition.
Hundreds of swimmers braved the waves for the Burson Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim 2025 at Point Roadknight, Anglesea. See the stunning photos and full event recap here.
Discover how a Perth couple transformed their coastal garden into a sanctuary that seamlessly connects design with their lifestyle. Explore the native plants and sustainable features that make it thrive.
A classic red-brick home in Canberra's Reid has been completely rebuilt behind its original facade, creating a blend of Toorak refinement and European manor luxury. Explore the stunning transformation.
Discover 28 Port Arthur St, Lyons: a bespoke, north-facing family home by Cox Architecture, blending Japanese minimalism with luxury Canberra living. Explore its 250sqm of light-filled spaces.
A Townsville dancer's heartfelt routine honouring her late mother resulted in a stunning double win at the National Australian Pole Championships. Read the moving story.
A new national competition is on the hunt for Australia's top camel. Entries are open now, with the winner to be crowned at the Boulia Camel Races in July.
Discover the key interior design trends for 2026, from organically flowing furniture to minimalist luxury. Learn how to blend these styles to create a calm, functional, and uniquely personal space in your Australian home.
A uniquely designed Mosman Park residence, transformed by a clever renovation, has sold. Discover how this 'house that golf' blends luxury with innovative living spaces.
Perth homes transform into festive wonderlands as two finalists share their heartwarming stories in the 7NEWS and Alinta Energy Light Up Christmas competition. Discover the magic and vote now.
Newcastle's women's cricket scene is booming, with 32 local talents excelling in the expanded T20 competition. Meet the players leading the charge this summer.
Four leading Australian interior stylists share their top predictions for 2026 home design. Discover why blue tones, warm neutrals, and vintage mixes will dominate.
Leading Perth interior designers Jane Ledger and Rachael Pearse share expert advice on creating a functional, personal kitchen, embracing natural materials, and ignoring social media pressure.
Rock band Magpie Senpai has claimed top honours at WA's longest-running youth music contest, Underground Sounds. Six finalists competed for $5000 in prizes. Discover the winners.
Perth's Il Locale pizza chain is giving diners a chance to have their January rent or mortgage paid. Enter by ordering pizza directly before 2026.
Canberra's Garema Place reopens after lengthy redevelopment, drawing mixed reactions from locals. Is the new sand-toned concrete plaza an improvement or a missed opportunity?
Raymond da Silva Rosa draws parallels between the US-China tech war and 1980s US-Japan tensions. Explore the economic and strategic implications for Australia and global trade.
The iconic Mulletfest grand final returned to Kurri Kurri, crowning Daniel Cooper as the best overall mullet. See photos and meet the winners of Australia's premier celebration of the infamous haircut.
Central Coast woman Maree Jenner, living with dwarfism, shares her journey from being told she couldn't be a nurse or teacher to becoming an Australian ambassador for International Day of People With Disability. Discover the ongoing fight for true inclusi