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Cradle Mountain's new Dove Lake viewing shelter officially unveiled as part of million-dollar upgrades

One of the largest gems in Tasmania's tourism crown, Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, has been made more friendly to visitors, with the new Dove Lake viewing shelter officially unveiled — but not everyone is happy about it.

ABC News · Jan 30, 2023

Too many children victims of immoral situation in education

Our education system should be delivering on reasonable expectations, but it isn't.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 29, 2023

New timetable in effect putting brakes on some routes

The timetable cuts some services to allow for disruption caused by light rail work.

The Canberra Times · Jan 29, 2023

Babinda Boulders safety review recommends better signage, more surveillance to deter risk-taking

They may appear alluring to thrill seekers and those seeking the perfect social media snap. But these waters are deceptively deadly and have authorities desperately searching for ways to keep visitors out.

ABC News · Jan 29, 2023

Novocastrians flock to city's stunning beaches

Not everyone enjoyed the hot weather though

Newcastle Herald · Jan 28, 2023

Tomaree Coastal walk setting the pace

A 20-kilometer bushwalk offering some of the most picturesque views of Port Stephens and Lower Hunter is among a series of new walks proposed for the state's national parks.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 28, 2023

Sydney's Campbelltown Court in desperate need of NSW government commitment to upgrade

Campbelltown Court, about 50 kilometres from Sydney, is the legal hub for the Macarthur region, one of the fastest growing areas in Australia — the local mayor says its citizens don't have access to justice.

ABC News · Jan 28, 2023

Broc Feeney on THAT Adelaide win and racing at Newcastle in Supercars for the first time

The 20-year-old driver will take to Newcastle's street circuit for the first time in Supercars.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 28, 2023

Moment lightning strikes Brit boy, 8, in 'extreme freak accident' on beach

Footage shows the eight-year-old boy wading out into the water in New South Wales, Australia, before falling down after a bolt of lightning suddenly flashes across the sky

Daily Mirror · Jan 28, 2023

WA's first Westland petrel joins list of other vagrant birds taxidermied for future research

Researchers are scratching their heads after a bird species usually found between New Zealand and Chile is found waddling on a remote West Australian beach.

ABC News · Jan 27, 2023