Newcastle light rail debate: Value for money questioned
Newcastle residents question if the city's light rail delivered value amid claims a cheaper hybrid system could have served the city better. Read the full debate.
Newcastle residents question if the city's light rail delivered value amid claims a cheaper hybrid system could have served the city better. Read the full debate.
Australian mountaineering legend Greg Mortimer condemns Everest overcrowding while leading sustainable Antarctic tourism through cutting-edge environmental technology.
Perth's new $17.8 million Surf CAT bus service launches this weekend, offering free rides to Scarborough Beach with special surfboard racks. A game-changer for summer travel!
Discover Adelaide's best local Christmas gifts for 2024. Support small businesses with unique presents that make a difference in your community.
Beat the mid-week slump with Daily Blooms' 2025 Christmas Collection. Featuring sustainable, same-day delivery of wreaths & festive bundles across Australia. Shop now!
Get up to 70% off Dock & Bay's quick-dry towels, hair wraps & more this Black Friday. The Aussie brand uses 100% recycled materials. Sale ends Dec 1.
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises launches SS Emilie, a sustainable super ship debuting in 2026. Features eco-tech & Klimt-inspired design. Book now for Rhine voyages.
Speaker Milton Dick and Senate President Sue Lines illuminate Parliament House's Christmas tree with sustainable charities Country Needs People and Landcare Australia as 2025 beneficiaries.
Discover how to create a minimalist Christmas with expert tips from Candy Lo. Embrace sustainable, year-round decor and reduce festive waste for a memorable season.
JLL research reveals Perth's top-rated sustainable offices can charge 7% more rent, with fully electric buildings seeing a 23.4% national premium. Discover the financial benefits of green retrofitting.
Score massive savings with the Dock and Bay Black Friday sale. Get up to 70% off quick-dry towels, hair wraps, and pet towels. Perfect for an Aussie summer!
Beat the mid-week slump with Daily Blooms' 2025 Christmas Collection. Featuring sustainable, same-day delivery of wreaths & festive bundles across Australia. Shop now!
Western Australia's rapid population growth is putting unprecedented pressure on fish stocks. Industry leader Trevor Whittington warns of potential decimation without immediate action.
Discover how a Mount Saint Thomas family grows cheaper, better-tasting food in their edible garden, reducing supermarket reliance. Get their tips for self-sufficiency.
Hunter-based Supacell wins the 2025 Hunter Manufacturing Award for Collaboration & Partnership, validating its innovative approach to turning household waste into high-performance insulation.
Australian label ELK is redefining Black Friday with a 30% off sale on sustainable styles, encouraging mindful shopping and supporting TreeProject.
Stockton residents face transport chaos as Newcastle's ageing ferry fleet breaks down again. Commuters demand action from Keolis Downer and NSW government. Read more.
A Cairns bus driver was violently assaulted while taking a break, prompting urgent calls for improved safety measures from the transport union.
A $5 million federal initiative will transform Hunter's Mt Arthur and Macquarie Coal sites into sustainable assets, creating a national blueprint for economic resilience.
Perth's public transport system is experiencing unprecedented growth with $127 million collected in bus fares alone during 2025. Discover how the city is managing this surge.
Perth must embrace vertical development to combat urban sprawl and create a vibrant, sustainable city. Discover why building up is crucial for Perth's future.
Uber has been slapped with a $250,000 fine for allowing ineligible drivers to carry passengers in NSW. The company pleaded guilty to 57 safety breaches. Read the full story.
A pilot in his 70s was airlifted to hospital after his light aircraft crashed during an emergency landing at North Pine Dam. Emergency services responded to the scene north of Brisbane.
Bridgetown's Serenity Gully wins Best Glamping Destination at 2025 World Luxury Travel Awards. Discover this sustainable luxury retreat in WA's Southern Forests.
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel dismisses claims taxpayers could have saved money if Woden light rail started sooner, citing pandemic constraints and capacity issues.
Newcastle Herald readers share views on poor retail service, a visionary metro plan for the city, and the heated climate change debate. Read their compelling letters.
Newcastle councillors unanimously advocate for Broadmeadow as the city's high-speed rail station and push for a direct airport transport link. Read the latest developments.
Perth commuters face ongoing delays after a partial train derailment near Bayswater station. Key lines are now running, but minor disruptions continue. Check your schedule.
Australian commuters face a new scam with fake QR codes placed on buses and stops. Learn how to protect your personal and financial data from this creative cybercrime.
A train carriage derailment in Perth has forced the closure of Airport, Ellenbrook & Midland lines, causing major commuter delays. Allow extra travel time.