Melbourne debates the fate of its oldest public monument, a statue of explorers Burke and Wills, prompting a critical re-examination of their disastrous 1860 expedition and its colonial legacy. Discover the full story.
A major Cloudflare internet outage on Friday caused blank pages across LinkedIn, Zoom, and Canva. The web infrastructure giant's dashboard failure highlights a critical single point of failure in global networks.
A major Cloudflare outage caused widespread disruption, taking down sites like LinkedIn and Zoom. The web infrastructure giant has now implemented a fix. Read the full report.
As AI expands, datacentres' massive water consumption raises urgent environmental questions. Explore the sustainability challenge facing the tech industry.
A man from a prominent Melbourne family has been found guilty of digitally raping his friend's girlfriend. The jury heard he pretended to be her boyfriend in a dark bedroom.
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Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
Sydney's datacentre water demand could surpass Canberra's entire supply within a decade. Experts warn of a crisis as AI growth strains resources. Read the full analysis.
UK construction activity contracted at its fastest pace since May 2020 in November, with the PMI hitting 39.4. Experts suggest budget uncertainty skewed the data. Read the full analysis.
A unique converted Victorian water tower in Woolwich, London, hits the market for £1.5m. The nine-storey home boasts five bedrooms, two kitchens, and panoramic views reaching Wembley. Explore this historic property.
The Victorian government announces a major public sector overhaul, aiming to cut 4,000 jobs and save $2.3bn. Find out which departments are affected and the impact on services.
The UK government has approved the Sunnica Energy Farm, a massive 3,500-acre solar project in Suffolk. It will power 400,000 homes and create 1,000 jobs. Read more on the implications for UK energy.
The Victorian government will legislate to make coercive control a criminal offence in 2026, matching an opposition pledge. Read the details of this major policy shift.
A six-year-old's 1883 letter to Santa, found in newspaper archives, shows children's festive wishes haven't changed in 140 years. Discover the origins of this UK tradition.
A new report reveals a critical risk to UK gas security was omitted from Budget Day documents. Experts warn of potential supply shocks. Read the full analysis.
Victoria Police have been granted controversial new powers to search children as young as 14 without a warrant. Critics warn it risks criminalising vulnerable youth.
A London Assembly report reveals adopting European planning methods could slash infrastructure costs by 50%, reviving stalled projects like Crossrail 2 and the Bakerloo Line extension.
Melbourne's transformative Metro Tunnel has opened, adding five new stations and a crucial cross-city rail line. Discover how this £9.7bn project aims to end gridlock and reshape the city's future.
Victoria remains Australia's last state using group voting tickets for its upper house, a system criticised for undemocratic outcomes. Could 2026 bring change?
BNP Paribas taps Barclays veteran James Rushton to spearhead its UK infrastructure finance expansion, signalling a major push in the competitive sector. Discover the strategic move.
UK cities waste enough heat to meet 38% of London's demand. Learn 6 key lessons from Europe on rolling out heat networks to slash energy bills, create jobs, and decarbonise urban centres.
A blockbuster plan to create the UK's largest infrastructure investment firm has been scrapped after a shareholder revolt over the deal terms. Read the full story.
Explore Thomas Love Peacock's satirical poem Rich or Poor, a sharp critique of Victorian class inequality and religious hypocrisy that remains strikingly relevant to modern Britain.
Architect Martin Cook warns against repeating PFI mistakes for NHS buildings, citing poor design quality and escalating maintenance costs. Learn why this procurement model failed.
A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv leaves two dead, cuts power to half the city, and highlights Ukraine's urgent need for Western air defence support.
Multiple Devon schools report scabies outbreaks as parents receive warnings. Learn about symptoms, treatment and why this Victorian-era disease is spreading.
Melbourne's long-awaited Metro Tunnel finally opens, promising to transform the city's transport network. Discover the new stations, service changes, and what it means for your commute.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms £891m funding for Lower Thames Crossing, with construction starting in 2026. The 14.5-mile route will feature Britain's longest road tunnel.
Southwark Council consults Londoners on making the Lower Road cycleway permanent. Have your say on the future of this key cycling route before the December 14 deadline.
Discover Cricket Willow, where Victorian cricket history meets Swiss-Italian heritage through bat-making. Explore this unique museum and oval preserving Australia's sporting legacy.