Inquest into Ben Chisholm's Magnetic Island disappearance
A coronial inquest and new podcast will investigate the baffling 2014 disappearance of Ben Chisholm on Magnetic Island. What happened to the young man?
Category : Politics
Townsville barrister Claire Grant appointed King's Counsel
Townsville barrister Claire Grant has made history with her appointment as King's Counsel, becoming the first woman from the region to receive the prestigious honour in over a decade. Read her inspiring story.
ACT pays Instagrammers $35k for Christmas city campaign
The ACT City Renewal Authority has invested $35,000 in a social media campaign, paying local influencers to promote Christmas activities in Civic and Braddon to counter low foot traffic.
Newcastle conduct complaints double, costs up $56k
Code of conduct complaints at Newcastle City Council have doubled in two years, costing ratepayers over $62,000. Nine complaints were lodged, with four still pending. Read the full report.
One in five staff at debt agency report seeing corruption
Nearly 20% of staff at the Australian Office of Financial Management report witnessing corrupt conduct, a figure that has doubled since 2024. CEO Anna Hughes says she cannot explain the alarming survey results.
Public Service 2026: Budget, IR & Whistleblower Changes
A look ahead at the major themes facing the Australian Public Service in 2026, from fiscal constraints and flexible work to landmark whistleblower protections. Discover what the new year holds.
True Aussie welcome starts with a simple hello
Amid heated immigration debates, new data shows nearly half of Australians have migrant heritage. True integration happens not in Parliament, but in our parks, pubs, and workplaces. Discover how a simple 'hello' can build a stronger nation.
Military chiefs, bureaucrats declare lavish gifts and perks
Senior Australian public servants and military chiefs accepted thousands in gifts, including flight upgrades, sports tickets, and luxury items. Explore the full disclosure of perks declared on the official register.
DPS Secretary vows overhaul of troubled agency
Exclusive: DPS Secretary Jaala Hinchcliffe commits to fixing the department's culture of secrecy and bullying after a series of controversies. Read her plan for transparency.
Dentist accused of drug trafficking granted bail
A Geelong dentist facing serious drug charges has been granted bail after a court heard of his $3.6 million gambling losses at Crown Casino. Read the full details of the case.
Cargo cult mindset haunts Australian development projects
John Hanscombe draws parallels between Pacific cargo cults and failed Australian projects, questioning the promised economic 'cargo' of Tasmania's new stadium. Will history repeat? Share your view.
Teen petitions council for Charlestown basketball court
A 14-year-old basketballer is taking his proposal for a new social court to Lake Macquarie City Council, backed by a 573-signature petition. Will the council approve the plan for Jack Stewart Netball Courts?
Coroner's Office Delays Leave WA Families in Anguish
A critical backlog at the WA Coroner's Court is causing immense suffering for grieving families, with some waiting years for answers. The system must be fixed now.
WA Coroner's Backlog Leaves Families Waiting Years for Answers
A critical backlog in WA's Coroner's Court is delaying findings for years, leaving grieving families like Baby Asher's in limbo and potentially costing lives. Urgent reform is needed.
Teen charged over Northbridge carpark stabbing
A 17-year-old has been charged following a stabbing in a Northbridge carpark. The Perth teen victim was found with serious injuries. Police investigation continues.
Council seeks special disaster funding for landslip victims
Newcastle Council urges state government to provide special disaster funding for 16 households displaced by the New Lambton landslip, facing financial ruin and trauma as insurance support runs out. Read the full story.
Whitby Promises Transparency on $300M Perth Parking Levy
WA Transport Minister Reece Whitby commits to clear reporting on how Perth's CBD parking levy funds are spent, addressing long-standing 'slush fund' criticisms. Read the details.
Lake Macquarie hunts new CEO, reviews housing plans
Lake Macquarie City Council is set to formally begin its search for a new CEO while also deciding on two significant housing developments that exceed current planning controls. Read the latest.
Cairns man charged with aiding suicide
A 41-year-old Woree man faces court charged with aiding suicide following the death of an elderly man in Cairns. Police allege he provided materials and advice.
Townsville man seeks bail on serious charges
Peter Joseph Simonsen applies for bail in Townsville Magistrates Court facing child exploitation material and breach of privacy charges. Read the latest on the case.
Minister Wells grilled over $3000 Thredbo family flight
Communications Minister Anika Wells faces intense questioning over parliamentary expenses, including a $3000 flight for her family to Thredbo. Prime Minister Albanese defends her, while the Coalition attacks.
Coronial Inquest into Death of Indigenous Boy in Care
A coronial inquest will investigate the death of a 10-year-old Indigenous boy in Western Australia. The probe will examine the state's child protection system and its duty of care.
Man charged with aiding suicide in Cairns
A 47-year-old Woree man has been charged with aiding suicide following the death of an elderly man in Earlville, Cairns. He is due to face court in January 2026.
Body found in car outside Lake Illawarra police station
Police provide a tragic update after a woman's body was discovered in a vehicle parked outside a South Coast station. Investigations are ongoing.
Australia commits $95M aid as West faces Putin's force test
Australia pledges $95M in military aid for Ukraine as failed US peace talks reveal Putin's true aim: capitulation. The West must stand firm or risk global instability.
Albanese riding high, but political hits loom for Labor
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ends 2025 on a high after a crushing election win and Coalition chaos. But political analyst Mark Kenny warns of looming dangers from hubris and secrecy that could undo Labor's success. Read the full analysis.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
Canberra Liberals' new shadow cabinet seeks unity
Mark Parton unveils a reshuffled Canberra Liberals shadow cabinet, aiming to present a united front after a year of internal conflict. Can the opposition convince voters it's ready to govern?
Perth Lord Mayor faces backlash over culture comments
Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds is under fire for controversial remarks about workplace culture. Can he recover from this messaging misstep? Read the full analysis.
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