Calls grow for clarity as Port Kembla linked to possible nuclear submarine base plans
NSW government says no active planning underway despite reports naming Port Kembla as a potential AUKUS-related site
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Crawlable public articles from 19News.au.Naturalistic gardens emerge as one of the biggest outdoor living trends for 2026
Australian homeowners are increasingly embracing “naturalistic gardens” as environmental awareness and sustainable living continue to shape landscaping...
Whyalla riders honour beloved local figure 'Nugget' with memorial motorcycle ride
Whyalla residents and motorcycling enthusiasts came together on Saturday, 16 May, for a memorial ride celebrating the life and legacy of Ian “Nugget” Worth, a much-loved figure...
Go Fund Me raises over $65K for family of Steven Mattaboni after Rottnest Island shark attack
Community rallies to support wife and two young daughters after tragic spearfishing incident near Horseshoe Reef
Sunshine Coast celebrates volunteers who strengthen the community
cultural and community programs across the region. The Sunshine Coast Council is celebrating the dedication of more than 4,000 volunteers during National Volunteer Week, held fr...
Fatal bus crash investigation continues on Bruce Highway near Bowen
Police are continuing to investigate a fatal coach crash on the Bruce Highway near Bowen, north of Townsville. One international tourist died when the bus rolled off the highway...
Warrnambool property investors brace for possible tax changes
Proposed federal tax reforms, including changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax from July 2027, are prompting concern among property investors in Warrnambool. Local re...
Protest arrests at North Adelaide Golf Course redevelopment site
Eight people were arrested after entering the redevelopment site at North Adelaide Golf Course, where hundreds of trees are being removed as part of a major upgrade project. The...
Vinnies launches Winter Appeal as demand for support services rises
St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria, commonly known as Vinnies, has launched its 2026 Winter Appeal as increasing numbers of Victorians seek assistance amid ongoing cost-of-livi...
Sydney sandstone precinct restoration wins major heritage award
A major restoration project in Sydney’s historic sandstone precinct has been recognised at the 2026 National Trust NSW Heritage Awards. The redevelopment of the former Departmen...
Canberra teenager charged over alleged terrorist attack plan
A Canberra teenager has been charged after police allegedly uncovered a planned terrorist attack. Investigators claim the individual was influenced by extremist ideology and had...
Mount Isa families face eviction as Indigenous housing provider's homes set to be sold over unpaid rates
prompting the forced sale of properties in Mount Isa. More than a dozen families in Mount Isa are at risk of homelessness after the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corpora...
Development restrictions and higher rates proposed for Peel coastal property owners
sea-level rise and storm damage. The City of Mandurah has adopted a new coastal hazard risk management and adaptation plan that could restrict development and subdivision on vul...
Bus tour to showcase fire wise gardens and bushfire-resilient landscaping
how strategic planting can improve bushfire safety and property resilience. Pyrenees Shire Council is inviting residents to take part in a Fire Wise Planting Bus Tour Workshop a...
Court allows Bravus to pursue $22 million claim over Carmichael mine access road
Regional Council over delays and additional costs linked to the Carmichael Mine access road. Bravus Mining and Resources has been given leave by the Supreme Court of Queensland...
Wagga Wagga Sees 500 Per Cent Surge in Demand for Priority Social Housing, New Report Finds
Demand for priority social housing in Wagga Wagga has increased by 500 per cent over the four years to June 2025, according to a new report by Homelessness NSW. The findings com...
Inquiry Hears Towong Residents as Summer Fires Impact Comes Under Scrutiny
Residents of Corryong and the wider Towong Shire were given an opportunity to speak directly to the Victorian Parliament’s summer fires inquiry through a special online ‘open mi...
Susanna Freymark Honoured With Lismore Local Woman of the Year Award
Independent journalist and editor Susanna Freymark has been presented with the Lismore Electorate Local Woman of the Year Award during a ceremony at Mallanganee Memorial Hall. S...
Did you know that Australia’s capital, Canberra, has ranked among the world’s top five greenest cities for 2026?
Australia’s capital was recognized for the exceptional air quality, extensive green spaces, and strong commitment to sustainability.
BREAKING NEWS - 5 more to represent Australia!
CONGRATULATIONS to 5 of our current and former student-athletes on their selection in the Comm Bank Young Matilda’s squad