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‘Deeply concerning’: Aus’ big call on Lebanon
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says the humanitarian situation in Lebanon is deeply concerning" after devastating Israeli air strikes overnight.
New cyclone could hit Qld in days
Just three weeks after Cyclone Narelle, Queensland is bracing for another severe tropical cyclone with Maila expected to make landfall early next week.
No fuel relief in sight despite ceasefire
Aussies have been warned a fragile" US-Iran ceasefire means there is no certainty of fuel prices coming down.
Murder probe after man dies in major city
Homicide detectives are investigating a man's death in a Melbourne suburb overnight.
Touching act for heroic Cronulla riot cop
A retired police officer has finally been rewarded, after his heroic intervention during the Cronulla riots went unrecognised for nearly two decades.
Family detail as $150m star drops to No. 222
The $150 million LIV Golf star who once lifted the Claret Jug now searches for answers after missing cuts at all four majors last year.
RSL employee charged over $360k fraud
A young RSL employee has been charged over alleged fraud totalling hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Two charged over alleged sick ‘brothel’ acts
Two people have been charged with a raft of heinous offences - including bestiality - after police allegedly uncovered an illegal brothel".
Shock discovery on popular Aussie island
An investigation has been launched after construction workers made a chilling discovery on a popular Aussie island destination.
Homes being built but targets missed
Housing completions are falling well short of targets in one state, even as new construction hits its highest level in years.
Court twist in ‘starving ballerina’ case
A mother and father jailed over the alleged starvation of their ballerina daughter have had their convictions quashed in a major court twist.
Teen, 14, dies after park cycling accident
A 14-year-old has died after a serious cycling accident at a popular recreation park, known for its extensive mountain bike trails and cycling circuits.
Major Aussie theme park ride stalls mid-track
Riders were left stranded mid-ride after a rollercoaster at a major Aussie theme park came to an unexpected halt - sparking a rescue effort.
‘You’re a hypocrite’: Chris Bowen come to blows with veteran journalist
Veteran Seven reporter Liam Bartlett's long-running renewables fight has gone nuclear in a fiery clash with Chris Bowen about his .
Rideshare driver hit with rape, stalking charges
A rideshare driver has been charged over his alleged creepy behaviour towards three different women over five years, before he allegedly raped one of them.
Nurse describes 11yo’s fatal scooter crash horror
An off-duty nurse who fought to save the life of an 11-year-old boy after a scooter crash has described the horror of the scene.
Mother-son DV before alleged murder
Months before his untimely death, a troubled man and his mother were involved in a domestic violence incident, a court heard. Now his mother is on trial for murder.
Soldier’s sad act after BRS charges
Bob Katter has claimed one of his veteran constituents has demanded their medals be returned to Canberra following Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest.
What we know about BRS’ war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith is facing allegations he took part in five murders during his deployments in Afghanistan. This is what we know about the charges.
Australia should never be ‘begging’ again: Canavan
Australia should never again be in a position of begging for resources", Nationals Leader Matt Canavan has warned.
Qantas signs huge deal with the NFL
Australia's national carrier has struck a deal that could transform how American sports fans experience the land Down Under this September.
Aussie dollar rises on Iran-US ceasefire
The Australian share market has come bursting out of the blocks as a potential two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel and Iran takes the sting out of oil prices.
Ex-US Navy SEAL stuns Sunrise with Roberts-Smith demand
A retired US Navy SEAL has gone off-script during a live breakfast TV interview to weigh in on the arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith.
Rookie’s emotional tribute after wild debut
Apa Twidle is the name on everyone's lips after a wild debut on Monday, and his journey to the NRL is every bit as incredible.
‘Show respect’: Minister fires up over clean energy
Australia's energy minister has fired up over the nation's clean energy transition in an explosive press conference.
The one stat that should terrify 16 NRL clubs
A key detail in the Penrith Panthers' start to the NRL season has even rival players jumping on the bandwagon, as the team continues its push for perfection'.
‘Weeks from closure’: Call for emergency fuel ruling
Peak transport bodies have given a dire update as they bid to have large corporations at the top of supply chains cover truckies' soaring fuel bills.
‘Outbreak’: Severe storms, snow to smash Aus
A vigorous cold front will slam southeastern Australia from Thursday, bringing severe thunderstorms, strong wind gusts and unusually wintry conditions.
Wild call for ‘Australia on steroids’
The new Nationals leader is calling for more factories, space ports and babies to usher in an Australian economic revolution".
Qantas’ huge deal with major Aussie brand
Australia's national carrier has struck a deal that could transform how American sports fans experience the land Down Under this September.
‘Crazy talk’: ABC finance expert Alan Kohler calls for childcare to be nationalised
ABC finance guru Alan Kohler has floated a radical proposal to solve Australia's childcare crisis, admitting it's crazy talk".
Horror as mum throws kids into Sydney river
The two girls, who were inexperienced swimmers, were thrown into the river by their mother and hugged in the water for two hours before they were rescued by a passer-by.
‘Patriot agenda’: Nats leader’s plan for Aus
Newly-minted Nationals leader Matt Canavan will use his National Press Club debut to outline a revolution" for Australia - including a patriot agenda" for economic revival.
‘Weeks away’: Truckers’ grim fuel warning
Trucking businesses have issued a dire warning they are close to shutting down, as a major industry body calls for urgent intervention from the Fair Work Commission.
One state booms as city exodus continues
Australia is facing an unprecedented urban exodus as tens of thousands swap life in big cities for regional areas - with one state emerging as the top destination.
Cricketing great charged with drink driving
An Australian cricketing legend has been charged with drink driving after he was allegedly pulled over during a random breath test.
ATO unveils app to combat scam calls
The Australian Taxation Office has unleashed a new app feature to help Aussies spot and outsmart scammers targeting their money and personal information.
‘Last time’: Warning for machete attack accused
A magistrate has delivered a stern warning to one man accused of a horror NYE machete attack, while another has made an offer" to police, a court has been told.
What Donald Trump really wants from Australia
Donald Trump has railed against Australia for not helping" with the war in Iran. This is what he really wants from us.
‘Half of me, half of you’: Aussie cricket star Stoinis shares baby news
Australian cricketer Marcus Stoinis and his fiancee, Sarah Czarnuch, have shared their baby joy, with a photo of an ultrasound revealing they're expecting their first child.
Hawks were ‘keen to get’ Cats back
They say time heals all wounds, but Hawthorn preferred the immediate tonic of a one-point victory to erase the bitter memory of last year's preliminary final.
Butters ‘99 per cent’ gone, says SA great
Adelaide icon Mark Ricciuto feels there's as much as a 99 per cent chance" of South Australia losing its biggest player at season's end.
Update after alleged attack on religious leader
A man accused of a road rage attack on an Islamic religious leader has told a court the case has resolved" after discussions with police.
Hanson ‘will not abandon’ Roberts-Smith
Pauline Hanson says she will not abandon Ben Roberts-Smith following revelations the decorated soldier is set to be charged with war crimes.
Mum accused of killing own son pictured
After almost a decade-long wait, a mother is at court where she stands accused of murdering her own son with poisoned juice.
Vow on problematic Bondi promise
The government's top lawyer is vowing to keep pushing a national gun buyback despite resistance from states and territories.
Matildas blow as star ruled out of tournament
The Matildas will be without one of their biggest stars for Saturday's clash against Malawi due to an untimely injury blow.
Murder charge after alleged fatal stabbing
A young man has been charged with murder after another man was allegedly stabbed to death in a quiet NSW suburb.
Aussie charged after joining Ukraine war
An Australian Army reservist faces 20 years in jail after allegedly working for a foreign military without authorisation following his alleged service in Ukraine.
Doc fired after 62 allegations from nurses
A top Sydney doctor has lost an unfair dismissal bid after asking a junior nurse, who went on maternity leave, whether her husband knew how to use contraceptive".
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