A chance encounter over a sick wombat has sparked a $10 million plan to bring koalas back to the Southern Highlands. Discover how a new sanctuary in Bundanoon aims to reverse decades of decline.
A person has died in a house fire in Sydney's southwest. Two others escaped with minor injuries. Police have established a crime scene and are investigating.
A veteran volunteer firefighter warns dangerously high fuel loads, including combustible African lovegrass, surrounding North Canberra Hospital pose a severe bushfire threat. Authorities say mitigation work is planned.
A devastating start to 2026 as multiple drownings are reported across Australian beaches. Authorities urge water safety vigilance. Read the full story and learn crucial safety tips.
South Australia is confidently progressing towards its 2050 net zero emissions target, with new data showing strong renewable energy growth is outpacing grim predictions. Discover how the state is turning the tide.
A saltwater crocodile was spotted at Darwin's popular Crocodile Creek swimming hole while children were present. Authorities urge extreme caution. Read the full safety alert.
Cooks Hill residents are appalled after racist flyers were distributed. Plus, letters on energy transition, council CEO pay, and gun laws. Read the community's voice.
Townsville residents can expect a perfect sunny day with a top of 31C and light winds. Get the full forecast and plan your day in North Queensland.
Geelong residents can expect a beautiful, sunny day with a top of 22°C. Get the full forecast, including UV index and evening conditions.
Residents in Dandaragan and Yathroo are under a Watch and Act alert for a dangerous bushfire. DFES warns of a possible threat to lives and homes. Get the latest advice and updates.
Parts of Western Australia face a severe heatwave this weekend, with the mercury set to climb into the mid-forties. Stay informed and prepare for extreme conditions.
A man in his 50s has died after being pulled from the water at Lobster Bay on the Beecroft Peninsula. Police are investigating the incident and have issued a water safety warning.
The best friend of Toyah Cordingley, murdered on a Cairns beach in 2018, shares a heartbreaking tribute to her 'kindness' and the ongoing fight for justice. Read the full story.
A Yarramalong man was flown to John Hunter Hospital after a brown snake bite while mowing. Experts warn of an active snake season across the Hunter and Central Coast.
Dramatic video captures a lightning strike hitting a utility pole on the Captain Cook Highway in Cairns during severe storms. The incident highlights the dangers of wild weather in Far North Queensland.
City Beach in Perth reopened after a one-hour closure due to multiple shark sightings, including a 5-metre shark just 15 metres from shore. Stay informed with the latest beach safety alerts.
A shocking case of animal cruelty in Cairns as a wallaby is found with its paws bound and a beer can in its pouch. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
WA Police urgently seek public help to locate 30-year-old Westina Winmar, missing from Laverton since December 9. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
A beloved children's cubby house at Queenscliff Football Netball Club has been destroyed by vandals, leaving the community devastated. The club is now calling for public support to help rebuild the play space for local kids.
Lake Macquarie police fined over 40 out-of-town visitors and made two arrests during a holiday crackdown on illegal fishing and anti-social behaviour on Swansea Bridge.
A 32-year-old man vanished while snorkelling for crayfish at Ledge Point Beach on New Year's Day. Police and volunteers are conducting a large-scale air and sea search. Read the latest updates.
Cloncurry begins massive cleanup after a severe monsoon surge dumps 200mm of rain, destroying the airport runway and cutting off the town. Read the latest on the damage and recovery efforts.
A Sydney ferry has been deployed to Newcastle as a contingency vessel for the breakdown-plagued Stockton ferry service. The move follows months of disruptions and a community petition demanding action.
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.
Tributes flow for Melissa Austin, 45, who drowned at a NSW beach. Her death is part of a tragic cluster of coastal fatalities, prompting urgent water safety warnings.
A jack-up barge has positioned itself off Nine Mile Beach, signalling the start of complex offshore works for the Belmont Desalination Plant. The project will secure the Lower Hunter's water future.
A major search is underway for a 32-year-old snorkeler missing off Ledge Point, north of Perth. PolAir, marine rescue vessels, and police divers are involved. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Tim the Yowie Man explores how weather and waves are reshaping favourite NSW South Coast beaches like Yellow Rock and Narooma's Australia Rock. Discover the dramatic changes.
A deadly blue-ringed octopus was found in the shallows of Geelong's Eastern Beach, metres from children. Experts warn of the extreme danger and urge immediate action if spotted.
A homicide investigation is underway in Geelong after police discovered the body of a 41-year-old Norlane man. Authorities are urging witnesses to come forward.