Inheriting a property can feel like both a gift and a burden. On one hand, it’s a valuable asset; on the other hand, it often brings responsibility, stress, and tough decisions. Beneficiaries frequently report feeling overwhelmed by the paperwork and coordination involved, as they must handle title transfers, property upkeep, and coordinate with family or […]
A Victoria Police helicopter searches bushland near Porepunkah. The search has entered its third week. In late August 2025, two Victoria Police officers were fatally shot at a remote property near Porepunkah in north-east Victoria. The victims were Detective Senior Constable Neal Thompson (59) and Senior Constable Vadim de Waart-Hottart (35). They had been part […]
If you’ve already ticked off Daylesford, Mornington, and the Yarra Valley, you might be craving something a little less overrun. Victoria is dotted with small towns that still feel authentic, offering a mix of nature, food, and arts without the tourist crush. These are places you can wander into a local café and still get […]
Australian luxury motor yacht builder Maritimo has taken a major step in solidifying its footprint in New Zealand, officially appointing Motor Yacht Service Centre in Hobsonville as its authorised factory-direct consultants. After more than 20 years of dedicated support for Maritimo owners, this partnership feels less like a new deal and more like an evolution […]
Australia’s climate is already hotter and drier than it was a century ago. Bureau and CSIRO data show Australia has warmed ~1.51°C since 1910, with winter rainfall down about 20% in south‑west WA and 12% in south‑east Australia. The effect on farm businesses has been dramatic: ABARES modelling finds that seasonal changes since 2000 have […]
Recent News
Smoking isn’t the badge of rebellion it once was for Aussie teens. But that doesn’t mean it’s disappeared altogether. While traditional cigarette use is way down, there’s a new problem clouding the air: vaping. To really understand what’s going on with young people and nicotine today, we need to look at how three major forces […]
The Victorian Government is taking community power to the next level, launching round three of its ambitious neighbourhood battery initiative. With $6.6 million in fresh funding, they’re bringing more shared batteries to local communities across the state, and the benefits are already rolling in. What Are Neighbourhood Batteries Think of these batteries as your neighbourhood’s […]
Australia’s Working with Children Check (WWCC) system is facing growing scrutiny, with calls for urgent national reform reaching a boiling point. This comes after deeply disturbing revelations of child abuse carried out by individuals who continued to hold valid clearances to work with minors. A Fragmented System with Dangerous Gaps The WWCC is supposed to […]
A horrific incident at Darling Downs Zoo has left the Queensland community shaken and reignited a national debate about the ethics of keeping wild animals for public entertainment. On July 6, 50-year-old schoolteacher Joanne Cabban, a long-time staff member and relative of the zoo’s owners, lost her arm after a lioness grabbed her through a […]
A Huge Win On and Off the Field What a night for Queensland rugby league. The Maroons’ commanding 24–12 win over New South Wales in the 2025 State of Origin decider wasn’t just a triumph on the field – it smashed streaming records across the country. Nearly 4 million Aussies tuned in to watch the clash, making […]
Our Team
Stay Updated
Get the latest posts and insider content