Ross River Virus outbreaks are going up with the temperature this summer, especially in riverland and coastal regions, a new scientific review says. The risk was identified in a scoping review of 30 studies into the mosquito-borne virus and temperature by […]
Newcastle is set to make waves on the world stage by hosting a World Surf League (WSL) Challenger Series event as part of Surfest 2027. Newcastle Surfest is Australia’s oldest surfing festival and was elevated to the Challenger Series for
The state government is giving $250,000 in grants for 10 council-led projects to manage urban flying fox roosts. Under the latest round of the Flying-Fox Roost Management Local Government Grant Program, five projects will involve direct grants to residents and
The Caboolture Snakes rugby league club is to get a new $14.5 million clubhouse with the tender to build it just awarded by local council. Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery says the two-step project will also benefit other sports in
Tasmania is set to welcome one million passengers this summer thanks in part to a $5 million government fund to attract more airlines. A record one million seats will be available on flights this summer, up 11% on last year’s
Gun ownership laws are to tighten after the deadly terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says. A Jewish festival on Sunday was attacked by two gunmen with 16 people killed and 40 injured. A joint
Droughts are lasting longer especially in Australia’s food-producing regions, a new UNSW study says that is using AI to unlock secrets. The university study tracks the causes of drought and the damage it leaves behind, especially in areas with the most
Samford Parkland’s green park is getting $4.4 million upgrade from council and the federal government. Residents will be given an events, recreation and social hub while there will be open lawns for gatherings, shaded picnic shelters, a play space for
Olympic swimming great Ian Thorpe will be part of a near-record fleet of 142 boats lining up for the 2025 Sydney to Hobart Yacht race. Thorpe will be part of the crew onboard two-time defending line hours champion LawConnect and
The country’s largest aluminium smelter at Tomago, Newcastle, may stay open beyond 2028 with the federal government stepping in to help secure a new power deal. Canberra is joining the NSW Government and smelter owners in finding a new long-term
