Mining powerhouse WA tops CommSec State of the States October report
For the first time in 10 years, a mining powerhouse is officially Australia's top economy.
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Queensland's state election enters its final days as the LNP and Labor campaign for last-minute votes
Labor is expected to be pushed from power in Queensland, marking the first change of government in almost a decade, but last-minute polls suggest the LNP's predicted “wipeout” is not as likely as previously thought. While issues like abortion, crime and cost-of-living pressures have dominated the election cycle, what will matter is which key messages … Read more
Keeley stars as the Devils break their losing streak at State Champs in Queensland
In the start of the NRL grand final day, the Norths Devils invaded the Newtown Jets to claim a 20-18 win.
The Queensland government is moving into transition mode ahead of the state election on October 26
State residents will go to the polls at the end of the month to cast their votes for their next leader.
South West venues stand out on State Hospitality Awards finalist list
Numerous restaurants in the south-west have been named among the state's best restaurants, with Froth Brewery Bunbury winning the Australian Hotels Association (WA) award seven times. This comes after the finalists for the 2024 AHA & Coca-Cola Hospitality Awards for Excellence were announced last week.
At least 28 dead in explosion at Iranian coal mine, state television reports
At least 28 people were killed and others injured or trapped in a methane gas explosion in an Iranian coal mine, state television reported.
Victoria closes schools as state braces for high winds
Several schools in Victoria will remain closed today as the state prepares for strong and destructive winds equivalent to a category three cyclone.
Anti-immigration populists win German state elections
The anti-immigration, populist party Alternative for Germany has made gains in the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony, which were closely watched by many.
The Black Swan State Theatre Company presents “The Children” directed by Mel Cantwell at the Heath Ledger Theatre
Although Mel Cantwell was invited by the Black Swan State Theatre Company to direct their latest production of The Children, it is certainly a play she would have chosen herself, as she described it as the perfect marriage of director and material. Written by British playwright Lucy Kirkwood – known for her play Chimerica, which … Read more
NSW Liberals apply to the State Electoral Commission for an extension of nomination
The Liberals in New South Wales have reportedly made a last-ditch effort to reverse a massive blunder that could inflict a devastating defeat on them in next month's local elections.