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Future of Alice Springs town camps
Insiders have lifted the lid on the deplorable conditions inside Alice Springs town camps following the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby.
4am sighting could solve missing dad case
A beloved father vanished without a trace in Sydney weeks ago. His family fear police have dimissed crucial CCTV footage from the day he disappeared.
Cops make grim discovery in parked car
Police have made a grim discovery after examining a parked car in Melbourne's southeast.
Major alert as state’s rare outbreak climbs
A rare, life-threatening disease unseen in one Aussie state for half a century has sent cases skyrocketing - prompting an urgent warning from health authorities.
Massive update for state’s dog owners
Dog owners found committing one common act will face fines of up to $44,000 in the biggest law update in 45 years.
Warning of ‘shock’ polar blast for southeast
A blast of Antarctic air is forecast to bring snow to hills across multiple Aussie capitals - with Thursday tipped to be the coldest day of the year so far for much of the country.
RBA has just ‘guaranteed’ Aussie stagflation
An Australian finance expert has hit out at the RBA, warning that living standards are now almost certain to plummet - fast.
‘Outlier’ behind Aussie dollar’s 4-year high
The surprising reason for the Australian dollar being propelled to a four-year high has been revealed.
How NSW motorists landed a $284m windfall
More than 862,000 NSW motorists have claimed $284 million since January, with 58 suburbs now in the $1 million club" for total cashback received.
Rooftop rescue after inner-city blaze
A rooftop rescue has unfolded after a fire broke out in a multistorey building, with emergency crews working urgently to reach a person stranded above the blaze.
Warning of ‘shock’ polar blast for southeast
A blast of Antarctic air is forecast to bring snow to hills across multiple Aussie capitals - with Thursday tipped to be the coldest day of the year so far for much of the country.
Court win for ‘pure evil’ rapist
A man jailed for the sadistic" kidnapping and rape of two teenagers while pretending to be a police officer has scored a legal victory as his sentence is reduced.
Harrowing find on alleged predator’s phone
An alleged child predator told police he was building a case" when hundreds of abuse files were found on his phone, newly released documents say.
Iconic $2 Bluey coins back on the market
Australia Post has launched new Bluey-themed $2 coins inspired by popular show episodes after the first set of the collection was quickly sold out.
Rooftop rescue after inner-city blaze
A rooftop rescue is unfolding after a fire broke out in a multistorey building, leaving emergency crews working urgently to reach a person stranded above the blaze.
Shocking number of Aussies on benefits
Australia's income support system is under mounting strain from the staggering number of people drawing some form of assistance.
Teacher ‘snapped’ before principal attack: court
A secondary school IT teacher felt he had been treated unjustly" before attacking his boss with two knives, plunging the school into lockdown, a court has been told.
Police probe racing after fatal water crash
A late-night drive through a notorious Royal National Park river crossing has ended in tragedy, after a car plunged into the water and a young passenger became trapped inside.
State bans disgraced author’s books
A best-selling Australian author's books will never again be taught in one state's public schools after an abhorrent admission.
‘Trust’: Shock closure of 40 childcare centres
A childcare group that was rocked last year when one of its staff was charged with child abuse offences, has revealed 40 centres will close across Australia.
‘Horrific choice’: Huge ISIS brides update
A state Labor MP has confirmed at least two of the ISIS-linked Australians travelling home will end up in the country's most populous state.
‘Suspicious’ note outside shops, bomb scare
An allegedly threatening note on a bag has triggered a shopping centre evacuation and bomb squad response, leading to charges against a NSW man.
‘Turbocharging’: AI radicalisation threat
The ability for terrorists to radicalise Australian children will be turbocharged" by AI, the government has warned.
Albo’s new fuel plan amid Coalition snub
Anthony Albanese has made a big announcement on Australia's fuel security after a high-stakes meeting with state and territory leaders.
‘Hypothetical’: Grim RBA warning downplayed
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has dismissed a stark warning from the RBA governor on a cost-of-living measure reportedly included in the federal budget.
Big change to Qantas rewards program
Ordering takeaway and catching a ride could now help fund a future flight under an expanded Qantas-Uber loyalty partnership.
‘Horrific choice’: Huge ISIS brides update
The Albanese government has made a huge call on a group of ISIS brides confirmed to have made plans to return home.
Albo’s new fuel plan amid Coalition snub
Anthony Albanese will make a major announcement on Australia's fuel security after meeting with state and territory leaders.
Grave fears after car sinks with man inside
A young man is feared trapped inside a car which veered off the road and into a notorious water crossing in Sydney's south.
Alleged young thieves stopped by bystanders
Wild footage has captured the moment bystanders stepped in to stop two teenagers allegedly attempting to steal alcohol from a Dan Murphy's store.
‘Too high’: Labor blasted over rate hike
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has accused the Albanese government of fuelling inflation through out of control" federal spending.
Landmark probe into state’s stranded patients
One of Australia's biggest states has taken an extraordinary step as hundreds languish in public hospitals.
Plan to fight terror threat targeting kids
The Albanese government will splurge $74m on a bold new strategy to combat the online terror threat targeting Aussie children.
Ex-premier’s book move after partner charged
Former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has cancelled book tour events after her partner was charged with rape.
Van fire brings Bondi street to a standstill
Firefighters have battled a van blaze that fully engulfed a vehicle and forced the closure of a Sydney street as crowds gathered to watch the dramatic scene.
Grave fears after car sinks with man inside
A man has narrowly escaped from his vehicle after it came off the road at the edge of a notorious Sydney waterway, but police say his passenger remains trapped inside the vehicle.
Banks drag ASX after rate rise
Australian shares slipped to a fresh 20-day low after the Reserve Bank delivered a third consecutive rate hike.
Tragic cake act destroys toddler’s lungs
Baking a Bluey-themed birthday cake for a friend has turned into a parent's worst nightmare, after their beloved boy was left in an induced coma.
Shock move after ‘Intifada’ event axed
A controversial Globalise the Intifada" information session has been relocated despite being sensationally blocked by the City of Sydney council.
Canadian cops call off search for Aussie hiker
Canadian authorities have suspended their six-day search for a missing Victorian hiker, with no further search activity" planned.
Cops’ massive crackdown on e-bike ‘ratbags’
New laws allowing police to target e-bike ratbags" by seizing vehicles on the spot could be rolled out in one state.
Big tax change coming for EV owners
Tax breaks for electric vehicles costing more than $75,000 will be wound back, as more details come to light about next week's budget.
‘Constrained’ state budget ahead of election
The state government handling the largest debt pile in the country has handed down an election year budget.
Declining flu shots worry health experts
After the deadliest flu season this century, Australia is heading into another tough winter, with health experts warning against complacency.
Chaos as 273 train services scrapped
Two unions are leveraging their influence over the train networks of one Aussie state in an effort to secure upgraded pay conditions for workers.
Price’s tragic connection to Kumanjayi Little Baby
Senator Jacinta Price broke down while revealing her tragic connection to the five-year-old girl allegedly murdered this week. She has a message for Australia.
‘Speculation’: Albo coy on $300 cash boost
Anthony Albanese has been grilled on unconfirmed reports the government will take a big step to support Aussie wage earners in the federal budget.
Grim reason RBA given rate hike green light
New data reveals a surprising change to consumer spending as the RBA prepares to make a crucial decision on interest rates.
Savage One Nation swipe as infighting erupts
Nationals Leader Matt Canavan has lashed out at One Nation after senior figures from the populist party erupted in a spat over their Farrer candidate.
‘Don’t give a rats’: Karl unleashes on ‘lies’
Karl Stefanovic has hit the government with a brutal question as the Treasurer prepares to hand down big bang' tax reforms in next Tuesday's budget.
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