Shocking Illawarra Court Cases of 2025: A Year in Review
A look back at the major court cases that shocked the Illawarra region in 2025, from a former MP's jailing for sex crimes to teen violence and a decades-old mystery. Read the full recap.
Category : Politics
Newcastle Letters: Museum Call, Rate Rise Fury, Light Rail Woes
Newcastle Herald readers demand leadership on a maritime museum, protest a 40% rate hike in Cessnock, and debate the city's light rail performance. Read the full community debate.
1300 WA Housing Lots Idle for Over 10 Years
More than 1300 new housing lots in Western Australia remain undeveloped, over a decade after the state government first announced the plans. Discover the delays and political fallout.
Awaba Waste Facility Expansion Awarded to Daracon
Lake Macquarie City Council awards Daracon Group the contract to expand the Awaba Waste Management Facility, adding over a decade of capacity for 220,000 residents. Construction starts 2026.
WA Labor figure Tim Picton fights for life after alleged assault
Prominent WA Labor figure Tim Picton is fighting for life after an alleged assault in Northbridge. A 26-year-old man has been charged. Read the latest on this shocking incident.
Man sought over alleged e-scooter assault in Canberra
ACT Police are searching for a man who allegedly indecently grabbed a woman while riding an e-scooter with multi-coloured lights in Gungahlin. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Gnarabup development approved after appeal knockbacks
WA Environment Minister Reece Whitby greenlights a 12-unit development in Gnarabup, rejecting nearly all appeal claims. The decision highlights tensions between tourism growth and coastal protection in the Margaret River region.
Pressure mounts on Andrew Hastie over Defence portfolio
Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie faces a critical career decision. Should he stay in the portfolio or move on? Explore the political stakes and his future.
Ben Harvey: Fundamental Islamists Must Change Ways
Columnist Ben Harvey argues the onus for change lies with fundamentalist Islamists, not everyday Australians, amid rising tensions. Read his full analysis.
Basil Zempilas sets sights on 2029 WA state election
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas reveals his ambition to run in the 2029 Western Australian state election, declaring political life doesn't scare him. Read his full plan.
Behind the Scenes of Canberra's Major 2025 Court Cases
From a dramatic lake plunge to a multi-million dollar heist, we go inside the ACT's most significant court cases of 2025. Discover the stories behind the headlines.
Rejecting Doubt: The Case for Human Progress
Political analyst Mark Kenny argues against the corrosive power of doubt, using Live Aid's legacy and Australia's policy inertia as examples of why we must believe in positive change.
2025's 25 Most Memorable Australian Sporting Moments
Relive the triumphs and heartbreaks of an epic year in Australian sport, from AFL retirements and Ashes glory to shock exits and historic wins. Dive into the full review now.
Preacher linked to Bondi shooter holds gun licence
Exclusive: Controversial Islamic preacher Wissam Haddad, sued for anti-Semitic comments and linked to an alleged Bondi gunman, holds a current NSW firearms licence. Read the full investigation.
Alarming Surge in WA Firearm Licences Sparks Concern
Western Australia sees a sharp 20% rise in gun ownership. This editorial examines the social factors driving this trend and its implications for community safety. Read the full analysis.
Heavily Armed Police Patrol WA Jewish Sites, Sporting Events
Western Australia deploys Tactical Response Group officers to Jewish places of worship and major events as a visible deterrent. See the new security measures in place.
Woman dies in NT watch house, police investigate
A 44-year-old woman has died in the Tennant Creek Watch House, prompting a major police investigation into another death in custody in the Northern Territory.
Woman faces court over $13m Sydney airport meth bust
A 40-year-old woman is expected to face court after Australian Border Force officers allegedly found 15kg of methamphetamine, valued at over $13 million, in her luggage at Sydney International Airport.
Australian Army Sapper Showcases Rescue Skills on Overseas Mission
An Australian Army combat engineer from Townsville demonstrates specialised rescue techniques during his first overseas deployment in the Pacific. Read about the high-stakes training.
Bondi hero's family feels 'forgotten' by PM
The daughter of Bondi terror attack hero Reuven Morrison claims the Prime Minister has not contacted the family, as Jewish leaders demand a royal commission into antisemitism.
Man arrested in Canberra with 3D-printed gun
ACT Police arrested a 39-year-old man at a Canberra shopping centre and seized a loaded 3D-printed firearm from his home. Read the full details of the Boxing Day incident.
Calls for Barr Government to reset priorities over failures
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
Cairns teens sentenced for car theft spree
Two Cairns teenagers have been sentenced for a seven-hour crime spree involving stolen cars and carjackings. Read the full details of their sentencing and the judge's remarks.
Albanese's Political Risk in Bondi Massacre Inquiry
Analysis reveals why PM Albanese resists a Royal Commission into the Bondi Junction massacre. Explore the political dangers and calls for action. Read the full story.
Bondi shooting sparks debate on gun laws and memorials
In the wake of the Bondi attack, Australians are divided on gun reform and how to create a lasting tribute. Letters to the editor reveal strong opinions on firearm limits, hunting, and the nature of heroism.
Why Australia is lukewarm on free speech compared to US
Explore the deep cultural and legal reasons why Australia's approach to free speech is more restrained than America's absolute First Amendment protection. Understand the historical context shaping this key difference.
Secret European plan puts Henderson shipyard in danger
Exclusive: Defence officials secretly considered a European alternative to the highly-touted Henderson shipyard in WA, raising doubts about its future and the promised jobs boom. Read the full investigation.
Kabul Cafe Ram-Raid Investigated for Tobacco War Links
WA Police are investigating if a ram-raid at Kabul Cafe in Perth is connected to the escalating tobacco wars. The incident involved a stolen ute and a stolen car. Read the latest.
PM Loses Trust of Australian Jewish Community Over Israel Stance
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces a crisis of confidence from Australia's Jewish community over his government's response to the Israel-Hamas conflict and rising antisemitism. Read the full analysis.
Dozens arrested across Perth on scorching Christmas Day
More than 30 people were arrested across Perth on a sweltering Christmas Day for offences including assault, burglary, and driving crimes. Discover the full details of the festive police blitz.
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