Virgin Australia Starts Canberra-Bali Flights

Virgin Australia announces direct flights from Canberra to Bali, marking the airline's first international service from the capital. The new route begins in June with three weekly return services.

BHP Tops ASX as Most Valuable Company Again

BHP has reclaimed its position as Australia's most valuable company, surpassing Commonwealth Bank. The mining giant's surge is driven by strong metals prices and a broader mining sector rally.

Castle Minerals Reclaims Gold Projects Near Meekatharra

Castle Minerals has terminated its option with Great Boulder Resources and retaken 100% control of its Polelle and Wanganui gold projects near Meekatharra in WA's goldfields region, with high-grade intercepts highlighting potential.

WA Live Export Ban: $3.7m Grants for Sheep Industry

Edith Cowan University and the Chamber of Commerce and Industry receive $3.7 million in federal grants to develop new markets for WA sheep ahead of the 2028 live export ban, part of a $139 million transition package.

Australia Day Police Blitz Nets 1300+ Offences

A major police operation across Newcastle and the Hunter region during Australia Day weekend resulted in over 1300 traffic offences, including drink driving and illegal trail bike riding, with two fatal crashes reported.

AQWA's $13M Upgrade: Biggest in 38 Years

Western Australia's iconic AQWA aquarium is planning a $13 million expansion and redevelopment, featuring a new Ningaloo Reef shark exhibit, 3-D dome theatre, and sustainability centre.

Mooloolah Valley Mitre 10 Ram-Raid on Australia Day

A family-run Mitre 10 in Mooloolah Valley was ram-raided on Australia Day morning, with thieves stealing thousands in generators and chainsaws. Police investigate as community rallies around the business.

Merewether Golf Club Over-55s Development Takes Shape

A luxury over-55s development at Merewether Golf Club in Newcastle is fostering a community of future residents, including family members and friends planning retirement together in this tranquil green haven.

Gateway Mining Boosts Yandal Gold Exploration

Gateway Mining has accelerated drilling at its Yandal gold project in Western Australia, focusing on the Haflinger discovery and Mustang shear structure to define resources ahead of reverse circulation drilling.

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