07 March 2026
REAL COSTS OF EXTREME WEATHER
EXTREME weather caused almost $3.5B in insured losses across 264,000 claims in 2025, according to the Insurance Council of Australia. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred was the costliest event at $1.5 billion, while severe spring hailstorms added $1.4B. Five major events were declared significant or catastrophic. Insurers expect costs to rise as more claims arrive and continue supporting recovery efforts, with further extreme weather already impacting Australia in early 2026.
17 February 2026
FUN, FOOD AND FOOTY FOR FREE
Ingleburn Magpies launch 2026 season
THE Ingleburn Magpies Junior Australian Rules Football Club are set to launch their 2026 Season in style on Monday, February 23 at Memorial Oval in Ingleburn at 4.30pm.
07 February 2026
FROM SERVICE STATION TO $2B PROJECT:
How Oran Park's Vishu turned things around
AN Indian-born father of two who migrated to Australia in search of opportunity has successfully secured employment in his chosen profession after turning to TAFE NSW to refresh his skills and rebuild his career.