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Ex-boxer critical after gangland attack
The victim of a late-night shooting that resulted in the alleged bashing of a senior police officer has been revealed to be a former pro boxer.
Woolies’ move during ACCC probe: court
A Woolies executive has revealed in court that changes to discount policies coincided with the regulator's investigation into the supermarket's practices.
Doctor struck off after sex in car with patient
A Sydney GP has been struck off after having sex with a mental health patient in her car and consulting room while showering him with gifts, in what was her second relationship with a patient.
Aus narrowly avoids air disaster, big changes
Australia narrowly avoided a catastrophic" air disaster after two international airliners overran a shortened runway and took off metres above an active worksite.
Albo’s fresh warning on fuel crisis
Australia faces a long economic tail" from the war in the Middle East despite fuel reserves being higher than they were before the conflict.
Council’s shock fuel crisis bin move
A council in regional NSW has taken the extraordinary step of ending scheduled bin collection for about 9,000 people in a bid to keep fuel supplies secure.
Entire state’s police handguns recalled
An entire state's police force is recalling their service-issued handguns after a major malfunction was detected.
Real reason Aussies are fleeing Melbourne
Forget the good coffee, it's clear that Melbourne has lost its appeal. Here's why thousands are ditching the pretentious" city.
Ex-pro boxer revealed as shooting victim
The victim of a late-night shooting that resulted in the alleged bashing of a senior police officer has been revealed to be a former pro boxer.
Update after driver shot twice by cop
A man was found cowering in a garden with two gunshot wounds after being shot by a police officer who had been pinned between two vehicles.
Deathbed honour for ‘national treasure’
Legendary broadcaster James Valentine, described as a pioneering and gifted musician and radio host, was given a major honour before he died.
Ben Roberts-Smith’s bail move to see his twin daughters
Ben Roberts-Smith has had his strict bail conditions varied after his lawyers made one request during a court hearing.
Grave scammer warning for older Aussies
An elderly woman has narrowly avoided losing tens of thousands of dollars after a man allegedly knocked on her door claiming to be a roof repair man.
Who gets an Anzac long weekend
Not all states get an Anzac Day long weekend, as the memorial day falls on a Saturday this year.
Senior cop allegedly assaulted in hospital
A senior NSW Police officer was allegedly bashed while trying to interview a man after a bullet-riddled car was discovered near a major hospital.
State’s big move for people with ADHD
People living with ADHD in NSW will save a whopping $10m and avoid arduous specialist appointments under sweeping reforms, new data has revealed.
Cop shoots man while pinned between cars
A man has been located bleeding from a gunshot wound after allegedly using a stolen car to strike an officer who was attempting to arrest him.
Call for national rent freeze as costs surge
The Greens have made a nationwide call on housing protection as Australia's fallout from the fuel crisis continues.
ABC radio icon James Valentine dies
Legendary ABC broadcaster James Valentine has died after a battle with cancer, silencing a career that spanned nearly 40 years.
State’s big move for people with ADHD
A new map will help tens of thousands of Australians access scripts for ADHD medication without going to a specialist.
E-scooters scrapped in one Aussie capital
An Australian capital city has taken the astonishing move by pulling e-scooters from the streets after mounting safety and behavioural concerns.
Heartbreaking story that left Ally in tears
A Current Affair host Ally Langdon has broken down in tears while interviewing the widow of a tradie who died in a workplace fall.
‘Wipe them out’: Farrer candidate lashes preference deal
A Climate 200-backed independent has lashed a preference deal by the Coalition, claiming they are afraid One Nation will wipe them out".
$19bn tax plan to fix Aussie housing crisis
A sweeping reform involving Australia's most damaging" tax being abolished could unlock homeownership for thousands of Australians, experts have claimed.
Billions wiped from ASX in worst day in three weeks
Australia's sharemarket has suffered its worst day in three weeks as a major healthcare giant plunged 40 per cent and the major banks all sold off.
‘No power’: Network’s stunning Kyle defence
Kyle and Jackie O's former network has filed its defence after the stars sued the network, with the company making one big claim about bullying allegations.
Energy giants push back on tax calls
A fierce Senate showdown has exposed the deep divide over how much Australia earns from its booming gas exports.
‘No power’: Network’s stunning Kyle defence
Kyle and Jackie O's former network has filed its defence after the two stars sued the network, with the company making one big claim about bullying allegations.
Foster kids sent to live with serial killer
A bombshell review has prompted outrage after it was found child protection workers sent foster children to live with a convicted triple-murderer.
Politician remembered in moving service
A former Queensland Labor MP who recently died while still serving in parliament has been remembered by friends and family as a complicated and caring individual.
Foster kids sent to live with serial killer
A bombshell review has prompted outrage after it was found child protection workers sent foster children to live with a convicted triple-murderer.
‘Keep snoring’: Snapchat post after attack
A 20-year-old sent a Snapchat to a man he had knocked unconscious, warning him not to hit on my sister".
Shell boss stumped by Pocock’s question
A gas industry boss warned against punitive" new taxes while defending one company that exported $47 billion worth of Australian gas without paying corporate tax.
Woolies boss defends price schemes
A senior Woolworths boss has claimed the supermarket giant changed prices to benefit consumers as they face accusations of a discount scandal.
Assault charge against Aussie actor dropped
Police have withdrawn an assault charge against an Australian actor, after she was previously accused of twisting the breast of a Parliament House staff member.
Massive cull: NDIS plan stuns Australia
The Health Minister said elements of the scheme had become a target for rorting and the worst elements of organised crime".
200m litres of extra fuel heading to Aus: PM
Anthony Albanese has announced fuel shipments are due to arrive in Australia, with Energy Minister Chris Bowen revealing where they'll head first.
Pharmacy demolished during wild robbery
A pharmacy has been left barely standing after a ramraid by thieves who made off with a large amount" of medication.
Teen charged over 85yo’s murder named
A teenager charged with the kidnapping and murder of an 85-year-old pensioner and widower has been named in court.
Huge NDIS change to hit Aussies
The Health Minister said elements of the scheme had become a target for rorting and the worst elements of organised crime".
Aussie actor accused of breast twist assault
An Australian actor is set to testify as a court hears an allegation that she assaulted a Parliament House staff member.
Chilling moments before 3yo killed by car
The chilling images capture the moments before a three-year-old was fatally struck by a ute during an evening walk with her family.
‘Big problem’: TV veteran flees Melbourne
Celebrity reporter Peter Ford has left Victoria for Queensland warning Melbourne has issues that need to be fixed" after repeated burglaries.
Huge update in Baghsarian murder case
A fourth man has been arrested over the alleged kidnapping and murder of Sydney pensioner Chris Baghsarian in a huge breakthrough for investigators.
Aged care co-payments to be scrapped
The Health Minister will announce a major change to an essential service during a speech touted to reveal sweeping changes to the NDIS.
Horror moment machete-wielding teens attack
The major update comes after horrifying footage captured the moment a group of allegedly machete-wielding teens leapt from a moving vehicle, attacking two men in broad daylight.
Unseasonal weather to hit millions of Aussies
The nation's coldest nights of the year have given way to an extraordinary weather flip, with an unseasonal" change about to hit millions of Aussies.
NDIS ‘rorting’ slammed as huge changes loom
A Nationals senator has warned the looming NDIS reforms must go beyond simple cost-cutting as scrutiny of the scheme intensifies.
Girl, 3, dies after being struck by car
Tragic details have emerged after a three-year-old died after being struck by a ute north of Brisbane.
Huge update in Baghsarian murder case
A fourth man has been arrested in a huge breakthrough for investigators of the alleged kidnapping and murder of Sydney pensioner Chris Baghsarian.
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