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78yo dog walker killed with metal pole
A man has been charged over a terrifying alleged rampage that has left a 78-year-old man dead and two others seriously injured.
Govt’s $40m move in housing firestorm
The government is splashing cash on a novel type of housing to speed up home building, as the fight over investor tax changes rages on.
‘Potential pregnancy’: Epic trans row erupts
Australia's human rights boss has defended a law which protects trans women from pregnancy discrimination during a Senate Estimates appearance.
Horror moment tyre shop engulfed in flames
A massive blaze at a tyre shop sparked an emergency declaration, leaving one man injured and firefighters left to battle the blaze for hours.
‘Impeccable’: Star praises outgoing ABC boss
The ABC's biggest name has delivered a moving public endorsement of Justin Stevens just hours after the news director's resignation shocked Australia.
Accused rapist allegedly bashed in prison
A former reality TV contestant charged with rape was allegedly bashed in prison and hospitalised twice with facial fractures.
Dad of ‘ISIS bride’ defends daughter
The father of one of the latest returned ISIS brides' said his daughter made a mistake, but he believes she should not be charged.
78yo dog walker killed with metal pole
A man has been arrested over a terrifying alleged rampage that has left a 78-year-old man dead and two others seriously injured.
Elite schoolteacher accused of grooming teen
A major court update has emerged in the case against a former elite Sydney schoolteacher accused of grooming a teenage girl.
Watchdog’s ban on popular baby gadgets
Australia's consumer watchdog has slapped a blanket ban on baby bottle self-feeding devices amid fears they could cause injury or death.
‘Egregious’ attacks on Jewish witnesses at hate inquiry
Jewish witnesses who spoke at an inquiry into anti-Semitism and hate have been subjected to vile online abuse since giving evidence.
Govt splashes $40m on prefab ‘kit’ homes
The government is splashing cash on a novel type of housing to speed up home building, as the fight over investor tax changes rages on.
Boy, 12, mowed down in alleged hit and run
Police have delivered an update after a boy was seriously injured after being struck by an orange ute in an alleged hit-and-run.
‘Just short of murder’: Double killer’s fate
A man who killed two sex workers in less than 24 hours will spend significantly more time in jail after a fresh court loss.
Reality TV star allegedly bashed in prison
A former reality TV contestant charged with rape was allegedly bashed in prison and hospitalised twice with facial fractures.
Wild weather to unsettle State of Origin opener
If State of Origin isn't tough enough already, there's a good chance showers and thunderstorms will disrupt the much-anticipated 2026 opener.
Attempted kidnap of woman changing tyre
New details have been revealed after a woman was allegedly stalked by two men before they pounced on her as she changed one of her car tyres.
‘Significant risk’: Cop’s grim call on Bondi
A senior counter-terrorism officer has warned granting Jewish security groups special powers would isolate" communities and create a dangerous disconnect" between groups.
Alleged mum killer’s next court move
A man accused of murdering his mother in a sickening attack at their home almost two years ago will rely on this defence to fight the charges.
Boy, 12, mowed down in alleged hit and run
A boy has been seriously injured after being struck by an orange ute in an alleged hit-and-run, with police now searching for the driver.
‘Surprise’ BRS leaks referred to watchdog
Suspected media leaks ahead of Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest have been referred to the national anti-corruption watchdog.
Westpac slapped with whopping $26m fine
The big four bank has been fined $26m after a court finding it was grossly negligent" in dealing with customers facing financial hardship.
‘Trust’: Tense on-air clash over ISIS brides
Housing Minister Clare O'Neil has faced a grilling over the safety risks posed by a group of ISIS-linked Australians who have returned home.
Rain brings new ‘opportunities’ in Gus search
Police have returned to the property where four-year-old Gus Lamont was last seen, hoping recent rain has uncovered new opportunities" to find evidence.
‘Significant risk’: Cop’s grim call on Bondi
A top cop says officers responding to the deadliest attack on Australian soil since the Port Arthur massacre were placed at significant risk".
Attempted kidnap of woman changing tyre
A woman was allegedly stalked by two men before they pounced on her as she changed one of her car tyres.
Killer learns fate for sex worker deaths
A man who killed two sex workers in less than 24 hours will spend significantly more time in jail after a fresh court loss.
Pauline Hanson slams ‘out-of-touch’ universities as event offers One Nation ‘vaccine’
University students are being indoctrinated, not educated" by prestigious Australian universities, Pauline Hanson has claimed.
Rate hikes loom despite slowing inflation
Government fuel excise cuts may have delivered a short-term inflation reprieve but there are still fears the Reserve Bank could raise interest rates again.
Property manager admits $180k rental theft
A former property manager has been sentenced after stealing more than $180,000 from renters, landlords and a real estate agency over a two-year period.
Deal for farmers as Iran peace falters
Australia has announced a massive deal for farmers as peace in the Middle East remains in doubt after fresh attacks on Iran.
Massive change coming for Aussie jobseekers
Australians on the job hunt will be in for a massive change with the government promising to overhaul its one size fits all" approach.
Alleged tip jar thief ‘gone in five seconds’
Cafe owners have sounded the alarm after a woman was allegedly caught on camera stealing tip jars from multiple businesses.
‘A distraction’: Corruption watchdog defiant after shock exit
Australia's outgoing anti-corruption commissioner has struck a defiant tone hours after his shock exit was announced.
Pauline Hanson slams ‘out-of-touch’ universities
University students are being indoctrinated, not educated" by prestigious Australian universities, Pauline Hanson has claimed.
‘State Daddy’ in surprising new gig
Western Australia's former State Daddy" Mark McGowan has taken on a new role to help others become dads themselves.
‘Give a damn’: Minister lashed in fiery spray
A Senator has claimed the Albanese government does not give a damn" about the harm one community is facing every day.
Terror leader’s son in ‘pedophile’ robbery plot
The son of a convicted terror leader has admitted he was involved in a plot to bash and rob a man, as his lawyer argued in court it was about catching pedophiles".
No charges against NT Police after Indigenous man Kumanjayi White’s death in custody
An Indigenous family is heartbroken" after being updated on the investigation into their son's death in police custody at an Alice Springs supermarket.
Woman charged over alleged cafe assault
Police have issued a major update after a waitress was allegedly assaulted by a woman while serving customers at a popular Melbourne cafe.
Man charged with baby’s murder
A 23-year-old man has been charged with the murder of an eight-week-old baby after they were seriously injured.
Activists ‘banned’ from parliament over Israel protest
Dozens of activists have been banned" from Australia's parliament over a spectacular protest that mirrored a controversial incident.
Liberal Joe Hockey backs negative gearing changes
Joe Hockey has issued an ominous warning Australia is sleepwalking' towards mass unemployment.
Students spark toxic school shutdown
An Aussie school has been shut down after a group of students allegedly brought a toxic substance onto the campus, sparking an emergency response.
Aussie agency swamped by foreign students
The number of would-be international students seeking to have visa decisions overturned has been revealed.
Two arrests in Dezi Freeman investigation
Two people have been arrested as part of the investigation into the movements of cop killer Dezi Freeman.
$23k per day for Aboriginal heritage survey
Aussie miners have revealed the staggering amount they are forced to pay the Aboriginal cultural heritage industry for surveys and upfront meeting payments.
Andrew Bolt blasts smear campaign against Andrew Hastie
Sky News host Andrew Bolt has warned a sinister' campaign to traduce Liberal MP Andrew Hastie's reputation has dangerous consequences.
Hastie’s big call on One Nation bloodbath
Andrew Hastie has broken his silence after a poll found One Nation had a 100 per cent chance of unseating him as the MP for Canning.
Major update in search for 4yo Gus Lamont
Police have revealed a major update as they investigate the disappearance of four-year-old Gus Lamont.
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