Sussan Ley Confident Amid Leadership Speculation

Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley remains confident in her position despite growing leadership chatter within Coalition ranks. As Peter Dutton faces internal pressure, Ley asserts her focus remains on serving Australian families.

Perth's $1B+ Riverside Revamp Axed Over Budget

WA Premier Roger Cook's ambitious plan to transform Perth's riverside precinct has been officially scrapped after costs ballooned beyond $1 billion, dealing a major blow to the city's urban renewal hopes.

Defrocked priest faces more child sex charges in WA

Disgraced Catholic priest Patrick Holmes, already serving prison time for child sex offences, now confronts additional historical charges as Western Australian authorities continue investigating his dark past.

Newcastle Ocean Baths Documents Show Evidence Gap

The Friends of Newcastle Ocean Baths claim newly released documents expose critical information gaps in the council's redevelopment plans for the heritage-listed site, raising concerns about transparency and community consultation.

Perth Mayor Zempilas may review net zero target

Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas signals potential review of city's net zero emissions target amid growing pressure from business community and federal Liberal party's climate policy reconsideration.

Newcastle man avoids jail for Merewether Baths assault

A Newcastle man has avoided prison despite a brutal, unprovoked assault that left his victim with serious injuries at the popular Merewether Ocean Baths. The court's decision has sparked community discussion about violence at public swimming spots.

Cairns manager charged with alleged warehouse arson

Former Cairns warehouse manager James Lieu Thaiday has been charged with arson following a suspicious fire that caused significant damage to a Manunda commercial property. The 39-year-old appeared in Cairns Magistrates Court as police continue their inves

Cairns District Court November hearings commence

The Cairns District Court convenes this November to address a docket of local cases, from serious assaults to commercial disputes, as Queensland's justice system continues its regional circuit.

Geelong police standoff ends after 7 hours

A tense seven-hour police operation in Geelong's Corio suburb concludes with one man in custody after specialist negotiators and tactical officers successfully resolve the dangerous situation.

Page 162 of 168
Pickt mobile sticky banner — logo, tagline and CTA button