Transport Minister Rita Saffioti argues the temporary closure of Fremantle Traffic Bridge is essential for critical upgrades, promising long-term benefits for Perth's infrastructure and commuters.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog will visit Australia for five days, meeting with Bondi attack victims and Australian leaders, despite calls for an AFP investigation into alleged genocide incitement.
A Queensland MP is set to launch a leadership challenge for the National Party in 2026, potentially reshaping the party's direction and federal political dynamics.
Newcastle locals express alarm over unregistered dirt bikes on roads, alongside discussions on e-vehicles, climate change, and heritage preservation in letters to the editor.
Authorities are treating an alleged explosive device thrown into a Perth Invasion Day crowd as a potential terrorist act, with a 31-year-old man charged after 2,500 people were evacuated.
WA Minister Paul Papalia praises police handling of a potential explosive device at Perth's Invasion Day rally, rejecting criticisms from organisers about communication failures.
A coronial inquest into a fatal overdose at Alexander Maconochie Centre reveals concerns about correctional officers' ability to interpret X-ray body scans for contraband detection.
Townsville's Tactical Crime Squad has arrested a man in Kelso who was allegedly armed, with police seizing a firearm and ammunition during the operation.
Mandurah detectives are searching for a man who dragged a young woman by her hair towards bushes on a Halls Head beach path. The victim escaped and reported the terrifying incident.
A man has been arrested in Adelaide following an alleged stabbing and subsequent attempt to force entry into an ambulance carrying the victim while armed with a knife.
Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts has resigned as the ACT's inaugural Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People following complaints about absenteeism and staff turnover.
A call about a stolen motorbike in Fern Bay resulted in police discovering a large quantity of drugs including MDMA, cocaine, and cannabis, leading to charges against a 25-year-old man.
Beijing's ambassador warns Australia is missing opportunities by resisting AI collaboration with China, urging strategic alignment in technology and trade.
Wollongong City Council reports a $42.8 million available cash surplus, far exceeding its $16.8 million budget forecast, driven by strong investment returns.
Townsville City Council is projected to achieve a significant financial surplus this fiscal year, even as it continues to manage substantial costs from recent disaster recovery efforts.
Andrew Martin Wallace has appeared in Townsville Magistrates Court on serious charges including rape and sexual assaults. The case highlights ongoing legal proceedings in the region.
A Canberra federal public servant remains in custody after allegedly choking his disabled 12-year-old daughter and assaulting another child who tried to intervene.
City of Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds has made a last-minute rejection of a motion calling for his immediate resignation, sparking political controversy in Western Australia.
A Helensburgh bricklayer has been sentenced after threatening to drive his ute into a tree during a domestic violence incident. The court heard details of his 'disgusting' tirade.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog's upcoming visit to Australia is sparking nationwide protests and legal challenges over allegations of inciting genocide in Gaza.
A 47-year-old man shot by police after charging officers with a tactical shovel in Mayfield has pleaded guilty to assault charges as prosecutors withdraw an attempted murder count.
ACT Policing is investigating a Watson charity youth support worker accused of sex crimes against a teenager between 2002 and 2003, appealing for witnesses.
Australian politicians are calling for new laws to impose jail sentences on protesters who burn the national flag, sparking a debate over free speech and national symbols.
A 64-year-old Wollongong man has been released from custody after prosecutors withdrew all charges accusing him of covering up the murder of missing mother Pauline Sowry.
Two massive police manhunts across NSW and Victoria have failed to locate accused killers Julian Ingram and Dezi Freeman, raising serious questions about law enforcement capabilities in 2026.
Former Nationals leader Michael McCormack advocates for a swift reunion with the Liberal Party, warning that disunity risks electoral irrelevance while dismissing One Nation's rise as a passing protest trend.
Authorities are investigating a shocking ram raid incident at Matusik Diamond Jewellers in Mt Lawley, which caused significant damage to the store overnight.
An 18-year-old man is receiving treatment for serious but non-life-threatening injuries at a Hunter hospital after an alleged assault in Denman. Police are investigating the incident.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has overtaken Opposition leader Sussan Ley as preferred prime minister, with new polling showing Hanson at 26% to Ley's 16%. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leads at 39%.
A Kmart store in Waratah was placed into lockdown following reports of an armed man. Police arrested a 36-year-old man and charged him with firearm offences.