Cairns Fisher's Line-Caught Barra a Hit with Elite Chefs
A Cairns fisherman's sustainable method for catching wild barramundi by hand-line is now supplying some of Australia's finest restaurants. Discover the story behind this premium seafood.
A Cairns fisherman's sustainable method for catching wild barramundi by hand-line is now supplying some of Australia's finest restaurants. Discover the story behind this premium seafood.
New polling reveals young Australians are most opposed to making the Australia Day public holiday optional for staff. Discover the data and the debate.
A Dunk Island ferry broke its moorings in wild weather from Cyclone Jasper. Quick-thinking locals and emergency services performed a dramatic rescue. Read the full story of the Cairns region ordeal.
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English air hostess Jenny Lott defied critics to become a solo fisherwoman in crocodile-infested Gulf waters, proving women could master Australia’s toughest frontier. Read her incredible story.
A series of dangerous incidents across Queensland, including a snake bite and vehicle crashes, left seven people in hospital during New Year's celebrations. Read the full details.
Comanche leads LawConnect by just four nautical miles in a gripping Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Eleven yachts have now retired, including Wild Thing 100 and Moneypenny, amid challenging Bass Strait conditions. Follow the race for line honours.
The 100ft supermaxi Wild Thing 100 is the first major casualty of the 80th Sydney to Hobart, retiring with rigging damage. All crew are safe as the race continues. Download the 7NEWS app for live updates.
Australians devour 22,000 tonnes of seafood at Christmas. Chef Jason Roberts shares his grilled barramundi with coriander-ginger chimichurri recipe for a fresh festive twist. Get cooking!
A major rebuild of South Australia's iconic Dog Fence is halfway complete, protecting the $4bn livestock industry. Yet, wild dog attacks remain a critical issue in one region. Read the latest update.
Townsville's most productive barramundi fishing spots face closure under council's new weir restrictions, sparking outrage among local anglers and tourism operators.
Join Stephen Scourfield on an exclusive Kimberley adventure in May 2026. Fly direct from Perth to Kununurra for 3 days of wilderness experiences. Book now before seats sell out!
Join The West Australian's Stephen Scourfield on an exclusive Kimberley adventure in May 2026. Fly private charter to Kununurra, explore Emma Gorge, Lake Argyle & Ord River. From $4500pp.
Discover how My Kitchen Rules contestants Maria and Bailey impressed judges with their Mediterranean-inspired barramundi fillet - a restaurant-quality dish you can recreate at home.
Sydney has been battered by a ferocious spring storm, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and widespread chaos across the city. The wild weather has caused significant damage, travel chaos, and left thousands facing a massive clean-up operation.
Southeast Queensland communities are preparing for another round of severe weather while injured stallholders from the Esk markets face a painful recovery journey after being struck by flying debris.
Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane residents are being warned to prepare for another round of severe weather as an extensive cloud system sweeps across Australia's eastern states, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.
A massive weather system is drenching Melbourne Cup celebrations while threatening central Australia with heavy rain and Queensland with possible tornadoes in an unprecedented national weather event.