Victoria's bushfire emergency intensifies with 32 active fires and 300 structures lost. Premier Jacinta Allan warns the worst is not over as federal and state governments announce $19.5 million in immediate support. Stay informed and follow official advic
Perth Glory A-League Women's coach Stephen Peters provides an update on midfielder Georgia Cassidy's fitness journey following her injury. Read the latest on her recovery and the team's preparations.
Queenslanders hit by the 2022 floods are struggling to access promised funds due to a new, complex government process. Learn about the bureaucratic delays and calls for urgent reform.
The Windale Junior Rugby League club has officially opened its new $335,000 clubhouse, rebuilt after a devastating fire in March 2025. The modern facility supports the club's growing female player base and community spirit.
The remote South Australian town of Mannahill remains cut off by floodwaters, with residents adapting to isolation. Discover how the community is coping and the latest on road closures.
English golf cult hero Andrew 'Beef' Johnston opens up on his 10-month stay in Perth after thumb surgery, revealing why he and his family fell in love with the WA lifestyle during his comeback.
Discover how Graham Brown turned a passion into a profession, capturing iconic Illawarra sporting moments and earning global recognition. His story is one of timing, persistence, and pure love for the game.
David Parsons, a 26-year-old Indigenous doctor from Stockton, is fighting for recovery after a devastating motorhome crash days after his graduation. His family clings to hope as community support surges.
A senior judge reveals a surge in children being sent to detention in Queensland, blaming a critical lack of consequential thinking. Explore the crisis inside our courts.
A new wildlife sanctuary in Bundanoon, spearheaded by Peter Lewis and John Creighton, aims to research koala health and eventually reintroduce them to Morton National Park. The community-driven project has a $10 million vision.
Torrential rain causes severe flooding across Queensland, with crocodile-infested rescues, towns cut off, and a potential cyclone threat. Disaster funding expanded for recovery.
Facing border closures and cyclone devastation, Tourism Tropical North Queensland achieved a record-breaking 36:1 ROI from international campaigns. Discover their strategy.
Australian cricket icon Damien Martyn is awake and communicating after being in an induced coma with meningitis. Teammate Adam Gilchrist calls his progress 'miraculous'. Get the latest.
Catastrophic flooding in Northwest Queensland has isolated communities and sparked fears of widespread cattle losses. Authorities and graziers are assessing the damage as recovery efforts begin. Read the full story.
Australian cricket legend Damien Martyn is showing positive signs in his recovery after a sudden meningitis infection led to an induced coma. Get the latest on his health battle.
How Cairns tourism leaders turned airline pullouts, cyclones, and market collapse into a blueprint for growth. Discover the strategy that saved the region. Read the full story.
Police in Katherine, NT, have arrested three primary school-aged boys over a series of burglaries and property damage. Investigations continue for four other suspects.
Northwest Queensland farmers are battling catastrophic flash floods, described as the fastest ever seen. Read how the disaster unfolded and the urgent recovery efforts now underway.
A Newcastle Herald reader argues that community sport, when focused on wellbeing and inclusion, is vital for youth resilience and mental health. Read the full debate.
Aguia Resources slashes costs and boosts gold recoveries at its Santa Barbara mine in Colombia to 70%, targeting 80% and positive cash flow. Read the full operational turnaround story.
Former NBL player Emmanuel 'Manny' Malou returns to his roots in Melbourne's west, offering free weekly basketball training to teens. His foundation provides hope and a positive path amid rising youth crime statistics. Discover how sport is creating chang
Probationary Constable Jack Hibbert, shot in the Bondi terror attack, is home for Christmas. Read about his recovery and the ongoing condition of fellow officer Scott Dyson.
AJ, 18, went from a traumatic childhood to performing for a massive crowd with the Unbroken Carollers, a group formed by charity Musicians Making a Difference to support at-risk youth.
Popular Australian sports presenter Duncan McKenzie-McHarg has died in Los Angeles aged 41. Tributes flow for the former Triple M, Channel 7, and Stan Sport broadcaster.
A Newcastle man, left in a wheelchair after a drug-fuelled crash, reveals how Narcotics Anonymous saved his life. His story of recovery offers hope amid rising local drug deaths.
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
An eight-month-old Eastern Grey kangaroo joey named Rooster is thriving after being thrown from his mother's pouch. Australian Reptile Park staff call his survival a festive miracle.
International tourism to Western Australia has officially rebounded, surpassing 2019 levels with record spending. Discover the key markets driving this boom and what it means for the state's economy.
The iconic Ellis Beach Bar & Grill has reopened with a stunning new look after a massive landslide forced its closure. Discover the incredible comeback story.
Newcastle Council urges state government to provide special disaster funding for 16 households displaced by the New Lambton landslip, facing financial ruin and trauma as insurance support runs out. Read the full story.