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Pair charged over alleged 1000L fuel heist
Two men have been arrested and charged with the alleged theft of more than 1000 litres of petrol from a rural construction site.
Bleak outlook ahead for Aussie renters
Australia's rental crisis has slammed back into overdrive, with new figures revealing tenants are being squeezed harder than ever.
By-election called after MP’s shock death
Voters will head back to the polls in just a few weeks after a Queensland MP was found dead in his home.
Cold snap to blast millions of Aussies
Millions of Australians are bracing for some of the year's coldest nights on record as a massive cold front moves across part of the nation, sending temperatures plummeting.
Daughter sees mum kill brother: court
Maree Mavis Crabtree is accused of killing her son Jonathan with fruit juice laced with a lethal dose of oxycodone.
Russian media mocks Anthony Albanese as country reaps billions in oil profits from Iran war
Anthony Albanese has been ruthlessly mocked by Russia over an announcement about securing 100 million barrels of diesel.
Rival coaches at odds over six again changes
Two of the most experienced coaches in the game don't agree on the six again interpretations, with Wayne Bennett calling it a game changer.
Workplace ‘prank’ leads to surgery horror
A workplace prank" involving an air compressor quickly turned into a serious medical emergency when a factory worker suffered internal injuries.
Georgie exits Nine after cringe Karl comment
Nine has wound up Georgie Gardner's contract to save $600,000 a year, ending her stormy relationship with the network and Karl Stefanovic.
New twist in SA Premier’s $2.3m lawsuit row
A $2.3m lawsuit filed against the South Australian Premier has taken a new twist just a month after being dismissed.
‘Overwhelmed’: Iranian players break silence
Two members of Iran's women's football team have made their first public comments since starting their new lives in Australia.
Man faces serious child abuse charges
A Sydney man is facing 137 charges as AFP investigators urgently work through millions of digital files to identify child victims in a major alleged abuse investigation.
Major call on fuel supply after refinery blaze
The chief executive of an oil refinery that went up in flames in Victoria's west on Wednesday has given insight into whether the setback would directly hit Aussies' hip pockets.
AWKWARD EXIT: Georgie leaves Nine after cringe comment from Karl
Nine has wound up Georgie Gardner's contract to save $600,000 a year, ending her stormy relationship with the network and Karl Stefanovic.
The Sussexes wrap up their four-day visit
Eight years after their hugely successful royal tour of Australia, Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to Sydney to their end unofficial visit.
Horrifying trend sweeping Australia
A bombshell investigation has revealed a devastating and widespread practice that's targeting Aussies and leaving them broke.
BRS to learn if he will be released on bail
Supporters have flocked to the side of Ben Roberts-Smith as he applies to be released on bail after being charged with five counts of war crimes.
Huge fuel update after refinery inferno
Anthony Albanese has revealed the impact of a catastrophic fire at one of Australia's remaining oil refineries amid the fuel crisis.
Major call on fuel supply after refinery blaze
There has been a major update after multiple explosions rocked one of Australia's only oil refineries, sparking concern about the country's fuel supply.
Inside Georgie’s ‘awkward’ Nine farewell
Nine has wound up Georgie Gardner's weekend newsreading contract to save $600,000 a year, ending her tumultuous relationship with the network and Karl Stefanovic.
Gong for Aussie ‘top dogs’
Australia's hardest working four-legged friends have been recognised for their critical" work protecting Australia's borders
Albo to visit Geelong inferno site
Anthony Albanese has taken a major step after a catastrophic fire erupted at one of Australia's remaining oil refineries.
BRS to learn if he will be released on bail
One of Australia's most decorated former soldiers Ben Roberts-Smith will soon front court as he applies to be released on bail after being charged with five counts of war crimes.
Insane moment woman clings to moving car
Horrifying footage has captured the moment a woman clung to the bonnet of a moving car and pelted a driver with abuse during a wild road rage incident.
Teen charged over alleged tram machete attack
A teenager has been charged after allegedly setting upon a 15-year-old with a machete on Sydney's light rail.
Massive deal for Aussie farmers
A critical stock has been locked in for Australian farmers after the war in Iran crippled supply routes.
E-bike inferno rocks tourist hotspot
Dramatic footage has captured the moment an e-bike shop went up in flames, spewing toxic black smoke and prompting evacuations.
Paul Keating accuses Angus Taylor of ‘cowardice’, ‘adopting racism’ in blistering statement
Paul Keating has accused the Liberals of embracing dumb bigotry" to steal One Nation leader Pauline Hanson's votes with its migration crackdown.
Former top silk ‘lost nearly everything’: court
Once among Victoria's most esteemed legal minds, a former barrister has landed in court after admitting to fraud following a class action scandal.
Deranged texts from psych revealed
A woman slammed with vicious texts from her former psychologist, including references to The Exorcist film, claims she now lives frozen in fear.
Huge move for Bondi terror attack anniversary
The daughter of one of the victims of the Bondi terror attack has backed council plans to mark the anniversary of one of Australia's darkest days.
Update after inmate freed in prison blunder
Police have released an update in the manhunt for a recently-jailed inmate who was released by mistake in an embarrassing" prison blunder.
‘Unbelievable’: Hospital slammed after 80yo killed in toilet
The daughters of a grandmother killed in a hospital bathroom have slammed the system for placing a dangerous patient in an open ward.
Wild moment woman clings to car in road rage
Horrifying footage has captured the moment a woman clung to the bonnet of a moving car and pelted a driver with abuse during a wild road rage incident.
Man charged with murder after woman found dead
A man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead in a rural town.
Manhunt after inmate freed in prison blunder
A major manhunt for a recently-jailed inmate is underway after he was released by mistake in an embarrassing" prison blunder.
Moses makes major change amid Eels crisis
Mitch Moses would love Jaydn Su'A to join the Eels immediately, but that's not his top priority as the Parramatta captain tries to navigate the biggest challenge of his career.
Bellamy’s lament as star makes surprise appearance
Tui Kamikamica has made a surprise appearance at Storm training, but he's nowhere near an NRL return after his recent health scare.
Watchdog monitoring ‘fuel surcharge’ trend
Australia's consumer watchdogs has warned retail businesses not to take advantage" of the global fuel crisis, as it monitors the introduction of fuel surcharges".
Australia pushes for self-sufficiency, but ‘no world’ without US
The Defence Minister says he understands" the United States' frustration as Australia splashes $53bn more on the military.
One Nation election result torn apart by find
An election seat narrowly won by One Nation has been cast into doubt after dozens of uncounted votes were discovered.
‘Unbelievable’: Hospital slammed after 80yo killed in toilet
The daughters of a grandmother killed in a hospital bathroom have slammed the system for placing a dangerous mental health patient in an open emergency ward.
NSW nurses and midwives land major payrise
A landmark payrise for nurses and midwives in NSW will cost billions", the state's treasurer has warned, but says the investment is crucial.
Worrying trend that smashed Aus industry
A devastating fire at one of Australia's only two oil refineries has exposed a wider problem that has been growing for decades.
Ex-US Marine extradition imminent
A military man accused of betraying the US for China faces 65 years in prison, prompting calls for the Prime Minister to defy Trump's orders.
Viva Energy halts trade after refinery blaze
Viva Energy has halted share trading after a major fire broke out at its Corio oil refinery in Victoria, threatening Australia's petrol production capacity.
First signs of Mideast conflict hit Australian jobs
Thousands of Australians entered the workforce at the start of the year, but experts warn it could be the calm before the storm and rates may rise again.
Huge push to spare housing from feared tax
One type of homes could be spared from tax reforms currently being considered by the Albanese government.
Worrying trend that smashed Aus industry
Australia's reliance on just two oil refineries has been slammed as a disgrace" after one went up in flames overnight - however, the reason for the crisis goes back decades.
Ex-US Marine extradition imminent
A military man accused of betraying his country for China could face up to 65 years in prison after losing his extradition fight.
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