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Albo unveils shock Big Tech crackdown
New details have emerged about new laws to force companies like Meta, Google, and TikTok to strike deals with Australian news organisations.
Teacher’s alleged ‘Foreskin Worship’ website
A teacher who held senior roles at prestigious private schools has been accused of operating a child abuse website and grooming.
‘Extraordinary’: Howard reflects on Port Arthur horror
Former prime minister John Howard has reflected on his response to the Port Arthur shooting three decades after the horrific massacre.
‘Traitor’: Ben Roberts-Smith’s girlfriend deletes comment slamming Andrew Hastie
Ben Roberts-Smith's girlfriend has quickly deleted an explosive Instagram post under the Liberal MP's Anzac Day photo.
Rock climber dies after falling from mountain
A climber in her 20s who fell from a popular rock face in country Victoria has died in hospital.
Couple pulled from burning unit fight for life
A fast-moving early morning blaze has left a couple fighting for life after firefighters pulled them from a burning unit.
‘That I do’: Child abuser’s words leaving jail
A convicted child sex offender in his 80s has walked free from prison after serving eight years for abusing boys as early as the 1960s.
Magistrate’s son faces 120+ sex crimes
The son of a sitting Queensland magistrate accused of more than 100 child sex offences has been moved to a higher court.
Huge update after teen allegedly struck in hit-and-run
A man was allegedly driving after his license application had been refused when he is said to have struck the teen in a shocking act of road rage.
‘Traitor’: BRS’ girlfriend takes swipe at Hastie
The girlfriend of alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has lashed out at a Liberal MP, calling him a traitor" in response to a social media post.
Couple critical after unit inferno
A desperate rescue unfolded before dawn as firefighters pulled two residents from a burning unit west of Brisbane.
‘Traitor’: Ben Roberts-Smith’s girlfriend deletes comment slamming Andrew Hastie
Ben Roberts-Smith's girlfriend has branded Liberal MP Andrew Hastie a traitor" in a deleted comment.
Bystanders swarm car after e-bike hit
Bystanders tried to pull a driver from their car after they hit a 15-year-old e-bike rider and drove off.
Why millions are racing to get cash out
Millions of Aussies are expected to flock to ATMs all over the country to withdraw cash today, as part of a major campaign to keep the option viable.
Coalition’s $800m plan to solve fuel crisis
The Coalition has unveiled its $800m plan to secure fuel reserves and provide an additional 1bn litres of storage, amid ongoing fallout from the Middle East conflict.
‘Unspeakable horror’: Aus marks grim date
It has been 30 years since the mass shooting that shocked Australia and spurred the overhaul of the country's gun laws.
Huge update after teen allegedly struck in hit-and-run
A man was allegedly driving after his license application had been refused when he is said to have struck a 15-year-old in a shocking act of road rage which was caught on camera.
Huge move to fix Aussie fuel crisis
As oil prices rise again after stalled peace talks, the Liberals are demanding Anthony Albanese act on fuel security.
Major driving licence overhaul for one state
Drivers with learners and provisional licences will face tough rules, including mobile phone bans, designed to save lives'.
AFL’s huge move after Saints controversy
The AFL has abandoned ARC intervention after a score, saying it will now only intervene if the goal umpire asks for a review.
Holiday meet leads to 30yo’s cocaine hell
A Bondi energy healer has been jailed for eight months after agreeing during a trip to Dubai to launder almost $400,000 through her Sydney business.
New health alert for Aussie capital
Health officials have issued a health alert for an Aussie capital after a returning traveller visited multiple locations while unknowingly infectious.
Revolutionary plan to get Boomers out of their big homes
A new plan could help free up some of Australia's 13 million empty bedrooms as the nation's housing shortage deepens.
Revolutionary plan to get Boomers out of their big homes
A new plan could help free up some of Australia's 13 million empty bedrooms as the nation's housing shortage deepens.
McDonald’s allowed to build on ‘coolest’ street
McDonald's will be allowed to build a 24/7 store along an Aussie street once dubbed the world's coolest", despite major pushback from the community.
Barnaby’s shock Welcome to Country call
The One Nation MP has ruled out describing the Anzac Day heckling as racist despite vehemently condemning the act.
‘Continued duress’: Food shortage warning
Food shortage concerns loom, as Australian wheat and vegetable growers grapple with major fertiliser shortfalls on top of huge diesel bills.
‘Hang on’: On-air clash over migrant plan
A senior Liberal has clashed with Today host Sarah Abo live on-air over the Coalition's controversial migration plan.
Albanese announces $1.2bn defence spend on Aussie made vehicle
The Albanese government will on Monday announce a $1.2bn defence budget spend on vehicles which are being made in Victoria and Queensland.
Tributes flow for former Hawke government minister Peter Morris
Former Shortland MP and Hawke government minister Peter Morris has died aged 93 on Sunday.
Bowen bins refinery rebuild
Australia's energy minister has squashed hopes to restore Australia's retired oil refineries, claiming he cannot magic them back".
Taylor’s big call on Welcome to Country
Indigenous veterans faced unprecedented disruption at Anzac ceremonies as the country grapples with growing tensions over Welcome to Country.
Childcare worker slaps sleeping tots: court
A childcare worker in mental anguish slapped two young children as they slept, a court has been told.
Cheers as Pauline rallies in Canberra
Matt Canavan has been told to go a bit harder", as Pauline Hanson takes centre stage in Canberra.
Albanese announces $1.2b defence spend on Aussie made vehicle
The Albanese government will on Monday announce a $1.2b defence budget spend on vehicles which are being made in Victoria and Queensland.
‘That’s not a no’: Could Health Minister Mark Butler be Australia’s next Prime Minister?
As Anthony Albanese prepares to overtake Paul Keating this year in tenure as Prime Minister, a surprising frontrunner to replace him has emerged.
‘They’ll be answerable’: Showdown over NDIS
A state government will be answerable" as the first major showdown looms over landmark NDIS reforms.
‘Hope the truth and everything comes out for you’
A Canadian school teacher found himself with Ben Roberts-Smith yesterday morning. What he said led to a huge response from the public.
New massive savings for one state’s motorists
Millions of drivers could see their rego bills slashed in an one-off bid to ease cost-of-living pressures.
Group behind Dawn Service booing identified
Footage has emerged of an encounter before a Dawn Service yesterday which will add fuel to the fire after the sombre ceremonies were marred by booing.
Lib leader’s migration focus as Hanson rallies
Angus Taylor has taken aim at bad countries" as Pauline Hanson rallies outside parliament.
Princess Kate attends Anzac tradition
The Princess of Wales has joined commemorations marking the sacrifice of Anzac forces.
Ben Roberts-Smith spotted at Dawn Service
Australia's most decorated soldier Ben Roberts-Smith attended an Anzac Day service on the Gold Coast, receiving overwhelming" support from locals.
Aussies set to pay more tax under major overhaul
The Albanese government is reportedly considering a major tax change affecting property and share investors in the May budget.
‘Crazy’: Fury over cops’ Dawn Service act
Footage has emerged of an encounter before a Dawn Service yesterday which will add fuel to the fire after the sombre ceremonies were marred by booing.
‘Wild’: Punters flock for Anzac two-up
Punters are flocking to pubs offering Anzac Day two-up gambling, with queues snaking around the block of pubs hosting the gambling tradition.
Newcastle Knights lock in superstar until 2030
Kalyn Ponga has dropped a bombshell, finally deciding his future in a move that ends months of speculation about his future.
Masseur charged over alleged client sex assault
A massage therapist has been charged with sexual assault after allegedly attacking a female client during a reflexology appointment.
Three shootings 15 minutes rock Sydney
Police are hunting for a driver after three homes were targeted in drive-by shootings across Western Sydney within just 15 minutes.
‘Grossly unfair’: Son riddled with 11 bullets, killer still free, lauded
The father of slain Aussie soldier Robert Poate says his son's killer still roams free while Australia hunts its own.
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