Man in 30s shot by police south of Brisbane
A man in his 30s was shot by police in Logan Central after they believed he was armed with a knife, and he is now in stable condition at the hospital while an investigation is ongoing.
NSW community's class action against goldminer for alleged contamination begins
A community in central-west New South Wales has initiated a class action against Newmont, the owner of the Cadia goldmine, for alleged pollution affecting their environment.
Interest rate increase in Australia
Australia's central bank has raised the interest rate in response to rising oil prices attributed to the Iran war.
NT requests ADF help with flood recovery as central Australia braces for rain
The Northern Territory government has sought assistance from the Australian Defence Force for flood recovery as more rain is anticipated in central Australia.
Outback pregnancy-to-parenting service calls for funding
A pregnancy-to-parenting support service in Alice Springs, Birth and Beyond, is facing closure due to funding shortages, threatening critical support for new families in Central Australia.
Breaking: Magnitude 4.4 earthquake shakes regional NSW
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck Boorowa, NSW, with thousands feeling the tremor across Central New South Wales.
Dispute over sacred site in central Queensland proceeds to civil trial
A civil trial regarding the Queensland government's alleged failure to protect a sacred site in central Queensland will proceed in the Supreme Court.
Bundaberg region on alert as major flood warning issued
Central Queensland communities are on alert due to a major flood warning for the Burnett River, with potential flooding levels comparable to a significant event in December 2010.
This is a record-high wooden skyscraper - although not everything is wooden
Atlassian Central in Sydney, Australia, is an ambitious wooden skyscraper that innovatively combines wood with concrete and steel to achieve unprecedented height.
Bali scooter crash leaves 'vibrant' mum fighting for life
A 28-year-old mother from Central Coast, Alivia Campbell, is in critical condition after a scooter accident in Bali involving a truck.
Huge fire near Glasgow Central Station causes train disruptions
A massive fire near Glasgow Central Station has led to significant train service disruptions and building evacuations.
Tropical moisture 'whisked' to Queensland's south with fresh rain warnings
Central and southern Queensland are facing additional rainfall as a tropical low continues to move southeast, prompting a flood watch across the region.
Two injured in alleged machete attack in Melbourne CBD
Two individuals were injured during an alleged machete attack in Melbourne's central business district.
Rock fishermen drown amid 'very choppy' conditions on NSW Central Coast
Two men tragically drowned while rock fishing in choppy waters on the New South Wales Central Coast.
Emergency powers invoked as flood risk rises across Central Australia
Authorities in Central Australia have declared an emergency due to rising flood risks from heavy rainfall, granting police additional powers for public safety.
Council pauses companyโs $2.2m unpaid bill as receivers move in
The Isaac Regional Council has temporarily halted the collection of a $2.2 million unpaid bill from mining company Vitrinite, which is currently in administration.
How flipping the school lunch break reduced classroom 'angst'
The Entrance Public School in Australia has successfully implemented a new lunch structure that allows students to play before eating, resulting in improved behavior and academic performance.
How worried should you be about tick bite allergies, and how can you stop them?
A coronial inquest in New South Wales has linked a teenager's death to anaphylaxis caused by an allergy to red meat following tick bites.
Two dead as tram derails in central Milan and slams into building
A tram derailment in Milan resulted in two fatalities and approximately 40 injuries as it crashed into a building.
NT pastoralists return home to confront flood damage
Northern Territory pastoralists are dealing with severe flood damage as central Australia faces a natural disaster declaration and government assistance.
Towns face months of isolation as tropical low enters its final days
Record rainfall in Queensland, Australia, from a lingering tropical low is causing severe flooding and potential isolation of towns for months.
New image reveals 'extraordinary' detail of Milky Way's central zone
A new image from the ALMA telescope offers unprecedented detail of the Milky Way's central zone, potentially enhancing our understanding of star formation.
Business could face $500k fine or jail time for spreading fire ant nests
A business may be fined up to $500,000 or face jail time for allegedly spreading invasive fire ants in central Queensland, as the National Fire Ant Eradication Program concludes its investigation.
Emergency warnings as intense storms sweep across Melbourne
Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall have led to emergency warnings across Melbourne and central Victoria due to the risk of flash flooding.
Residents urged to evacuate as bushfire burns in central-east Victoria
Residents in central-east Victoria are being urged to evacuate due to an out-of-control bushfire threatening their community.
Glider pilot makes aviation history in Central Australia with 10-hour marathon
David Jansen set a new continental record for the longest glider flight, traveling 1,266 kilometers in 10 hours from Alice Springs.
Calls for speed cut at 'dangerous' intersection after fatal crash
Residents in Newham, central Victoria, are demanding a speed limit reduction at a perilous intersection following a fatal accident that highlights longstanding safety concerns.
More women are playing footy than ever before. Why are so many leaving?
The Kyneton women's football team has been granted permission to join the Central Victorian Football League after a difficult year marked by a hostile playing environment, highlighting issues of player retention in women's football.
Fire threat eases but central Victorian blaze still out of control
A bushfire in central Victoria near Trawool remains uncontrolled, though improving weather conditions have aided firefighters.
Bushfire threatens properties near Seymour amid dangerous fire conditions
A bushfire in central Victoria is endangering properties near Seymour as dangerous fire conditions develop due to high temperatures and strong winds.
Region to woo Defence with training site, Australian-owned port and airport
Central Queensland councils are advocating for increased Defence investment in the region, highlighting its strategic military capabilities.
โWhatโs more important, the electricity or food?โ: Extreme heat is driving up power bills in central Australia
Extreme heat in central Australia is causing financial strain on residents as they face skyrocketing electricity bills to keep cool.
RBA deputy governor says changes to 'three key facts' prompted rate rise
RBA deputy governor Andrew Hauser defends the Reserve Bank's actions regarding government spending and discusses inflation concerns in Australia.
Rain streams down Uluru as large parts of NT soaked by wet weather
Heavy rains have caused significant flooding in Central Australia, with notable waterfalls appearing at Uluru and road closures impacting remote communities.
DNA breakthrough links six terrifying beach attacks to one man
Recent advances in DNA testing have connected six cold-case sexual assaults on Central Coast beaches in New South Wales to a single suspect.
Native title holders appeal NT's largest groundwater licence in High Court
Native title holders are appealing Australia's largest groundwater licence to the High Court, seeking to protect their cultural rights over the aquifer beneath their lands.
Central Australian cattle producers welcome rare rain
Cattle producers in central Australia are celebrating significant rainfall that has dramatically improved conditions for their operations, though some remote communities face challenges due to flooding.
Century-old pub gutted by fire in central-west NSW
A historic pub in New South Wales was severely damaged by a fire early Sunday morning, prompting evacuation and an investigation into the cause.
Golden bandicoot numbers triple at Central Australian haven
The population of the threatened golden bandicoot has tripled in two and a half years due to successful breeding at Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary.
Breaking: Worker dies after incident at Central Australian gold mine
A worker has died following an incident at Newmont's Tanami gold mine in Central Australia, prompting an emergency response and notifications to relevant authorities.
Calls for more detail on coal mine water releases into reef catchment
A central Queensland conservation group demands greater transparency regarding water releases from coal mines into the Fitzroy Basin, which drains to the Great Barrier Reef.
Which countries have trade deals with India?
Several countries, including the US, UK, Australia, and Japan, have established trade deals with India as it emerges as a central figure in the new world order.
World's fastest animal spotted in Central Australian outback for first time
A Siberian Peregrine Falcon was witnessed in Central Australia, marking the furthest inland sighting of the species recorded.
A-League star snapped up by European giant Juventus
Central Coast Mariners striker Annalise Rasmussen has signed a two-year deal with Juventus, leaving the A-League for Europe at just 20 years old.
Class action alleges contamination by one of world's biggest goldmines
A class action has been initiated by landowners in Central West NSW against the Cadia goldmine, alleging contamination of over 2,000 properties within a 17-kilometre radius.