Once a festive favourite, Tasmanian farmed salmon faces a consumer boycott as evidence mounts of environmental damage, wildlife deaths, and antibiotic pollution. Discover the sustainable alternatives.
A look back at Mandurah's unforgettable 2025: saying goodbye to King Carnival, welcoming champion athletes, and navigating community change. Read the year's biggest stories.
WA Mums Cottage in Mandurah receives a $23,000 Lotterywest grant to fund crisis and emergency relief for local families facing financial hardship. The charity provides vital support services.
Janina Heather, a Meadow Springs mother relocating to care for sick family, has won Harcourts Mandurah's $15,000 Ultimate Giveaway, funding her move to the Cook Islands.
Perth Zoo's beloved orangutans received special early Christmas gifts filled with treats, part of vital enrichment and conservation efforts for the critically endangered species. Visit to see them this Christmas.
Geelong enjoys a sunny Tuesday with a top of 22°C. Get the full local weather forecast, including UV index and wind details for planning your day.
Townsville enjoys a perfect sunny day with a top of 31°C and light winds. Get the full forecast and plan your outdoor activities in North Queensland.
A Perth scuba diver recounts a terrifying 10-minute ordeal with a great white shark at Ocean Reef. He was rammed into the seabed and hid as his oxygen ran low. Read his incredible survival story.
Perth is set for a record-breaking Christmas scorcher, with a forecast minimum of 26C marking the hottest morning in over a century. Authorities issue heat and fire warnings as families stock up on seafood.
As 2025 ends, we spotlight uplifting West Aussie stories that brought joy—from miraculous pet rescues to incredible reunions and local legends. Read the good news WA needed.
Supriya Thakur, 36, was found dead in her Northfield home in an alleged domestic violence incident. The devoted mother was working towards her nursing registration.
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.
Western Australia's annual gift drive hits a major milestone, delivering festive cheer and 500 Scitech passes to children and young people in out-of-home care. Discover how the community rallied.
Inmates from Townsville Correctional Centre's rugby team delivered gifts and festive spirit to children at Townsville University Hospital, creating a heartwarming moment of community connection.
The WA Road Safety Commission invests $200,000 in market research to understand risky driver behaviour. The findings aim to shape future road safety campaigns and reduce fatalities.
Delta Electricity faces a $1 million fine after a court found it guilty of causing a 2022 fish kill at Mannering Park. The ruling follows a major EPA prosecution.
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
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
Perth is bracing for a scorching Christmas Day, with a forecast minimum of 26C set to break a 110-year-old record. The heatwave brings extreme temperatures across WA. Stay cool and safe.
After four decades of dedicated service, Majors Peter and Miriam Sutcliffe retire from the Salvation Army in Townsville, leaving a legacy of community support and faith. Read their inspiring story.
A 71-year-old man has been found dead in a cabin at the BIG4 Port Willunga Tourist Park. A 49-year-old Aldinga man has been charged with murder in what police say was not a random attack. Read the latest.
A body has been discovered near a bogged 4WD in Bago Bluff National Park, believed to be a 48-year-old man reported missing from Brombin. Police investigations continue.
A woman suffered serious injuries after being allegedly run over by a Ford Ranger in a north Canberra club car park following an argument. Police are seeking the driver and witnesses.
A large great white shark was filmed swimming near the Lorne Pier on the Great Ocean Road. Authorities urge swimmers and surfers to exercise caution.
Construction on the $600m Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone begins early 2026, creating nearly 600 jobs and connecting 1.8GW of clean power. Read about the region's energy future.
A man has died after being stabbed at a block of flats on Napier St in Fitzroy. Police are urging witnesses or anyone with footage to come forward as investigations continue.
A swimmer was seriously injured by a suspected box jellyfish at Trinity Beach in Cairns. Emergency services responded, highlighting the ongoing marine stinger danger in North Queensland waters.
A 48-year-old man faces court after allegedly lighting fires in Sydney's Royal National Park during a high fire danger day. Police were alerted by public tip-offs.
Property owners near Townsville successfully defended their homes from a dangerous bushfire thanks to a pre-prepared fire management plan. See how preparation made the difference.
Three teenage girls are accused of a Cairns crime spree, stealing cars and Christmas presents. Police allege offences occurred across multiple suburbs. Read the full details.