Politics
Cairns District Court Sittings: May 5 Cases and Verdicts
Cairns District Court on May 5 heard multiple cases including assault, drug offenses, and property crimes. Full list of defendants and outcomes.
Sports
Hawks co-captains Sicily and Newcombe face fitness tests before Fremantle clash
Hawthorn co-captains James Sicily and Jai Newcombe are battling minor injuries ahead of Thursday night's clash against Fremantle in Perth, but both are expected to play.
Lifestyle
Ribs Lane Expands to Forrestfield with Microbrewery and Tavern
Popular Perth smokehouse Ribs Lane is opening a new venue in Forrestfield, featuring an in-house microbrewery and a family-friendly tavern with a playground.
Business
Cairns Magistrates Court Lists for Tuesday May 5 Released
The full list of cases appearing at Cairns Magistrates Court on Tuesday, May 5, has been published, covering a range of criminal and civil matters.
Environment
Education
Newcastle Uni Students Design Turntable Plaza
University of Newcastle students have designed an innovative turntable plaza, transforming a railway roundabout into a vibrant community space with art and greenery.
ACT Teachers Strike Over Prolonged Bargaining Dispute
ACT public school teachers are set to strike as negotiations with the government stall, demanding better pay and conditions after months of bargaining.
Knuckle knife among weapons in WA schools 40 times in 2025
A deadly knuckle knife used in WWII was among weapons found in WA public schools 40 times in 2025, including flick knives, tasers, and guns.
Yarralumla Primary Policy Risks Bilingual Program Future
A new policy at Yarralumla Primary School could jeopardise its French-English bilingual program, sparking concern among parents and educators about the future of language education.
ANU Probes Plotting Over Leaked Texts
The Australian National University is investigating allegations of plotting and collusion following the leak of private messages among staff and students.
