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Hair-raising rescue after teen falls off cliff
A teenager is lucky to be alive after falling down a 3m cliff face near a popular tourist spot.
Council moves to close preacher’s prayer hall
A council in Sydney's southwest has moved to shut down an allegedly illegal prayer hall run by a censured preacher as the city reels from a terror attack in Bondi.
Alleged hit man now suffering PTSD: court
A university student accused of an underworld hit has been diagnosed with PTSD after the life-threatening incident", a court has been told.
‘Miracle’: Update on injured Bondi cop
The family of a police officer shot twice while confronting one of the alleged Bondi gunmen have revealed a massive update, after the wounded officer lost vision in one of his eyes.
Stabbed man crashes car trying to get help
One of the two men who died on a fatal day of violence got behind the wheel in an attempt to get help before causing a collision.
Love story ends in tragedy in Bondi
A love story that should have ended in happily ever after has ended in tragedy in Bondi as the heartbroken girlfriend of one victim shares their love story.
Four-year-old girl’s heartbreaking words after Bondi massacre
A mum-of-three who survived Bondi's shooting while shielding her four-year-old daughter has revealed the heart-wrenching words her little girl said after the attack.
‘Removing access’: Albo’s huge call on expenses saga
There will be harsh new rules for politicians under the PM's proposed changes to IPEA guidelines, after his ministers became embroiled in an expenses scandal.
Lost WWII aircrew found after 82 years
The decades-long mystery of a missing World War II RAAF crew has finally been solved, with their aircraft's wreckage found in rugged mountain terrain.
Council moves to close preacher’s prayer hall
A council in Sydney's southwest has moved to shutdown an illegal prayer hall run by a censured preacher as the city reels from a terror attack in Bondi.
‘Missing piece’: Expert on Bondi terror attack
A missing piece" in Australia's counter-terrorism approach may have allowed the Bondi attacker to slip through the cracks.
‘Shambles’: Why it took years for Sajid Akram to obtain a gun licence
Sajid Akram's long delays in obtaining a NSW gun licence were because the system was a shambles" and based on paper records, insiders have revealed.
Christmas threat over gun reforms
Opponents of sweeping gun reform in NSW say they don't care if we spend Christmas in parliament" as threats of a separate constitutional challenge loom.
‘Sorely missed’ teacher suddenly dies
An Irish family has been left heartbroken after a young teacher unexpectedly died in Melbourne.
Murder charge after body found at holiday park
Police have charged a 49-year-old man with murder after a 71-year-old was found dead in a cabin at a popular Adelaide caravan park.
‘We can dream’: Injured quick eyes off SCG fairytale
A devastating injury blow on the eve of the Ashes opener cost Sean Abbott any chance of a Test debut. But he hasn't given up on a shock call-up.
‘Look to the camera, say sorry’: Melb horror
For years, teenage thugs have taunted their rivals by making them kiss their shoes. Now, chilling footage from a secret chat group has exposed a sick new ritual in Melbourne.
Major update on state’s gun reform
Sweeping reforms to gun laws and freedom of assembly have passed the lower house as the Greens and civil society groups mount a challenge.
MPs welcome baby girl with a symbolic name
A baby girl has arrived early to bring joy after a difficult week, with her politician parents saying her name represents hope.
Almost banned chant heard at Sydney rally
Pro-Gaza protesters who took to Sydney streets after the Bondi terror attack have been heard yelling a chant the state government wants banned.
Terrifying images of bombs allegedly thrown at crowd before Bondi shooting
Alleged Bondi terrorist Naveed Akram and his father allegedly threw homemade bombs into the crowd before opening fire, new court documents state.
‘LOOK TO THE CAMERA’: Eerie footage shows sick new Melbourne ritual
For years, teenage thugs have taunted their rivals by making them kiss their shoes. Now, chilling footage from a secret chat group has exposed a sick new ritual in Melbourne.
Massive operation to move alleged shooter
Alleged Bondi Beach gunman Naveed Akram has been moved from hospital to prison under massive police guard, after being charged with 59 offences.
Alleged thief’s ‘brazen’ shopping heist
Police have released images of a man who allegedly used a hi-vis disguise to steal tens of thousands of dollars from a shopping centre in two alleged brazen raids.
Australians ‘still way too comfortable with how many women and children are being killed’ in 2025
In the wake of an unprecedented year, a world-first report revealed the scale of a deadly issue Australia is still way too comfortable with".
Alleged shooting duo’s timeline of terror
After leaving their Airbnb in Campsie - it took the Akrams less than two hours to completely change Sydney forever, court documents have revealed.
Multiple injured as car smashes into pub
Several people have been injured after a car smashed into a hotel courtyard, striking a concrete pole before ploughing into patrons relaxing outside.
Major energy provider overcharged thousands
One of Australia's biggest energy providers is being taken to court, accused of overcharging thousands of customers by $2.5m.
Charges over anti-Semitic graffiti spree
A man has been charged following an investigation into an alleged anti-Semitic graffiti spree lasting 10 months across Queensland's Sunshine Coast region.
Alleged Bondi gunman lied to mum: court
The mother of accused Bondi terrorist Naveed Akram told police she believed he and his father were on a holiday together, court documents allege.
‘I’m sorry’: Embattled Albo’s apology
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has emerged from a cabinet meeting with a surprise apology to Australia's Jewish community.
‘Grave fears’ as missing woman’s car found
An urgent search for a mother who vanished without a trace in remote South Australia is continuing, with police revealing they hold grave fears" for her welfare after discovering her abandoned vehicle.
Ultimate guide to what’s open over Christmas
Major retailers have confirmed their Christmas and new year trading hours, with most stores open on Christmas Eve.
Fate of Bondi Beach memorial revealed
The Sydney Jewish Museum has revealed how it plans to preserve the outpouring of public tributes left at Bondi Beach following last week's Hanukkah terror attack.
Major change for troubled Sydney hospital
An embattled hospital which has made headlines for deaths caused by systemic failures" will have a major change in the new year.
Man with 30cm knife arrested at carols event
Christmas carols in one state turned to chaos when a man allegedly pulled out a 30cm knife during the family event.
Police statement of facts against 24-year-old alleged Bondi gunman Naveed Akram revealed in court
A suppression order on the police statement of facts on alleged Bondi gunman Naveed Akram has been lifted outlining the police case against the 24-year-old.
‘Pay for oxygen?’: Patrons slam new $5 fee
A music festival has sparked outrage after announcing plans to charge patrons $5 per shower during the five-day camping event.
Chilling act before Bondi terror attack: court
The father and son accused of the Bondi terror attack were caught on CCTV undertaking a shock act just two days earlier, court documents allege.
PM hits lowest approval rating since election
Anthony Albanese's popularity has dipped in the wake of the alleged Bondi terror attack, as nearly half of Australians surveyed slammed his response.
‘Abused for no reason’: Men speak out
Seven men arrested on terror threat fears have accused police of racial profiling and brutality after being released without charge.
Shock sight for cricket fans after Bondi attack
Cricket fans pouring into the MCG for the Boxing Day Test match will be confronted by an unusual sight in the wake of a terror attack on Bondi Beach.
ASIO’s warning weeks before Bondi shooting revealed
Australia's spy agency, ASIO, issued a threat assessment mere weeks before Bondi that proved to be chillingly prescient.
Final goodbyes for Bondi victim
The young French man killed in the Bondi terror attack has been honoured at a Sydney funeral.
‘Not happy about it’: Wayne Swan slams Jews who booed Albo
ALP president Wayne Swan has criticised members of the Jewish community at Sunday night's vigil for booing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
‘Afraid’: Labor grilled on Bondi probe
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has been grilled on Labor's hesitancy to launch a federal probe following the Bondi terror attack.
‘Say sorry’: Penny Wong under fire after PM booed
Penny Wong has dodged calls to say sorry" in a tough interview, as the first senior minister responds to ugly scenes of Anthony Albanese being booed.
Update after Albo booed at memorial
There has been an update after Anthony Albanese was booed and heckled at a community vigil for the Bondi massacre victims.
‘Rushed’: Leader’s call over gun laws
The rushed' Bill would radically up-end gun laws and freedom of speech in the wake of the Bondi terror attacks, the Opposition Leader says.
Plane flips in Gold Coast takeoff crash
A recreational pilot has miraculously escaped with minor injuries after his seaplane flipped during takeoff on a rural Gold Coast airstrip.
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