Queensland has been ranked the worst-performing state in Australia for housing delivery, missing its annual housing target by 15,782 homes, according to a national housing report card. The report, which assesses state government efforts to address the nation’s housing shortage, awarded Queensland just 1.5 out of five, placing it at ...

A major police operation targeting drug and illegal firearm activity in the Toowoomba region has concluded, resulting in the arrest of 103 people facing a combined 942 charges. Dubbed Operation Xray Ambrose, the six-month investigation was led by the Toowoomba Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) and began in August last year. ...

A rare total lunar eclipse, commonly referred to as a “blood moon”, is expected to be visible across Australia next week, offering skywatchers a striking astronomical display. The celestial event will occur as the Earth moves directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow that produces a distinctive ...

A New South Wales coroner has determined that a teenager’s death was caused by anaphylaxis associated with a rare tick-induced red meat allergy, marking the first confirmed fatality of its kind in Australia. The finding follows an inquest examining the circumstances surrounding the medical incident and the underlying allergic condition.

Tourism experts have revealed Australia’s top beach for 2026 following the release of a national coastal ranking that evaluated destinations based on scenic appeal, accessibility, environmental quality, and visitor experience. The announcement highlights the continued global recognition of Australia’s diverse coastline and its role in supporting domestic and international tourism.

Australian authorities are progressing plans for a nationwide mobile emergency alert system, with a future test expected to deliver warning notifications directly to mobile phones across the country. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and enhance public safety communication during critical incidents.

The Australian Government has confirmed the evacuation of dependents of diplomatic staff from Israel and Lebanon as regional security conditions continue to deteriorate. The precautionary measure is intended to minimise risk to personnel's families while diplomatic operations remain under heightened security monitoring.

Health authorities have confirmed that a fungal infection outbreak at a major Sydney hospital has resulted in two patient deaths and multiple additional infections, prompting the temporary closure of a specialised transplant unit. The incident has triggered an immediate clinical response and precautionary measures aimed at protecting vulnerable patients receiving ...