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Pilot critically injured in helicopter crash
A pilot sustained critical injuries and is fighting for life after his helicopter went down outside a regional town.
Statewide airfare blitz for holiday spots
Virgin Australia has announced a massive sale, with 500,000 economy fares to holiday destinations in one Aussie state for just $55.
Ben Roberts-Smith flashes smile in casual attire as he’s spotted for the first time since war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith has been spotted with a relaxed look in his first public sighting since being charged with war crimes.
Distressing footage captures moment Melbourne schoolboy dragged by bus
A 12-year-old boy has been pinned by his school bag and arm to the outside of a moving bus as it made its way through a street in Melbourne's southeast, miraculously walking away from the ordeal without physical injury.
Key detail in $1000 tax write-off pledge
More than 6.2 million Australians eligible to claim a $1000 tax deduction without receipts will have to wait.
Reason for One Nation’s poll slump
Barnaby Joyce has admitted scandal over One Nation's employment of a convicted rapist would have affected the polls".
Urgent NDIS meet amid savings scramble
The Treasurer has called an urgent meeting as Labor prepares to announce ways to tighten government spending on the NDIS.
Major stock update after Geelong refinery fire
The energy company that owns and operates the Geelong refinery which went up in flames has returned to the ASX after four days of suspended trading.
Major changes for Aussie blood donors
The new rules are expected to unlock up to 20,000 extra blood donations per year in a major milestone for inclusivity.
Lost divers spotted after mammoth search
A desperate 20-hour search has ended in relief after two missing divers were found alive after surviving overnight in rough seas.
Hint of major changes to super laws
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the Albanese government will shortly reveal a new approach to a key part of the superannuation system.
‘Trainwreck’: Barnaby’s Iran warning
The One Nation MP has refused to make a character assessment of Donald Trump after the US leader once again threatened to blow up Iran's civilian infrastructure.
7-year-old boy run over by neighbour’s car
A 7-year-old boy from Melbourne's outer-west has died while riding his scooter after he was run over by his neighbour's car.
Final text revealed in Lizard Island tragedy
The final message Suzanne Rees sent her daughter before her death after being left behind on an island has been aired.
Pedestrian killed by car while walking dog
Witnesses said they saw the man walking his dog before trying to cross the road when he was fatally hit by a car in the city's south.
Man allegedly kicks dog, slashes owner
A man has been hospitalised and the health of his dog is unclear after the pair were allegedly attacked by a man with a steak knife out the front of a popular Sydney pub.
6.2 million to get $1k instant tax deduction
Aussies will finally be able to claim a $1000 tax deduction without receipts under the big changes.
Major CGT, gas tax call amid ‘worsening’ crisis
A group of leading community organisations want a tax shake-up, arguing changes to gas, housing and mining could raise billions to help tackle the cost-of-living crisis.
Support dips for One Nation in new poll
One Nation's primary vote has dropped slightly for the second time in two months, a new poll has found.
Final text revealed in Lizard Island tragedy
The final message Suzanne Rees sent her daughter before her death after being left behind on an island has been aired.
Alleged driver named after Comic Con crash
The man police allege drove into a crowd outside Supanova Comic Con, killing one, has been named in court.
Worst illicit tobacco states revealed
Aussie states and territories have been ranked based on their response to the illegal tobacco crisis, with two regions described as being totally off pace' with the others.
Chilling footage of strip club shooting emerges
Chilling footage from inside a car has surfaced, capturing the moment a gun was fired at a Melbourne strip club as a security guard dives for cover.
China-owned firm short-listed for Tas stadium
A Chinese government-owned company has been short-listed to help build the new stadium in Hobart.
‘On the precipice’: Property expert Catherine Cashmore points to 18-year cycle as evidence of looming crash
It's a theory that only shows up on the fringes in Australia. But some experts swear by a property cycle lasting roughly 18 years - and if they're right, a crash is imminent.
Ex-rugby star’s fall from grace
A rugby player who had sex with a child when he was an adult is now left to ponder his crushed" career goals from behind bars.
Crucial detail in Libs’ migrant plan
A senior opposition frontbencher has been grilled on a major detail in the Coalition's controversial migrant plan.
Car drives into crowd in Melbourne, one dead
A man has been charged with driving offences after a car drove into a crowd outside a Melbourne comic convention, killing one pedestrian and leaving another fighting for life.
Lib concedes defeat in key election
Liberal challenger Azam Dabbagh has conceded a heated by-election despite thousands of votes still to be counted, handing Labor a win.
Aussie YouTuber facing Tate claim
Controversial figure Andrew Tate has launched a fresh attack on his critics, now directly targeting an Australian commentator in a legal claim.
BRS addresses public after war crime charges
The ex-SAS soldier has made a huge claim in his first comments since being charged with the alleged war crime of murder.
Subtle sign reveals surprise fuel panic truth
New data has revealed a surprising detail about Australia's fuel spending, as the Iran war continues to rage and a key shipping lane remains blocked.
Huge confusion over Trump’s Hormuz call
Australia has made a big claim about Donald Trump's call for support in the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran reimposed restrictions on the vital shipping waterway.
Car drives into crowd in Melbourne, one dead
A man has been arrested after a car drove into a crowd outside a Melbourne comic convention, killing one pedestrian and leaving another fighting for life.
20 arrested at pro-Palestine rally
A Brisbane protest has become the first major test of Queensland's new hate speech laws, with police arresting 20 people after banned slogans were chanted.
BRS arrives at Gold Coast bail address
A media presence followed Ben Roberts-Smith as he arrived at his Gold Coast bail address following his release from custody on war crimes charges.
Man allegedly threatened MPs, academic
A man has been arrested after allegedly sending threatening online messages to federal parliamentarians and a high profile" academic.
BRS to speak for first time after charges
The alleged war criminal, who denies the allegations, will deliver his first public comments since being charged.
Aussie father dies suddenly in Thailand
A family has been left heartbroken after their father-of-two died unexpectedly while travelling in Thailand, with loved ones now scrambling to bring him back home.
Search for man who fell overboard from cruise ship
A huge search is underway for a man in his 70s who went overboard from a cruise ship near Brisbane.
Coroner finds boy’s death ‘highly preventable’
Coroner finds 21-month-old boy's life would have likely been saved if doctors had given him a simple test to diagnose his illness.
Surprise extension to major petrol response
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has made a surprise announcement about measures being taken to get the most out of our threatened fuel stocks.
Horror scenes as car ploughs into crowd
Emergency crews were called to the Melbourne Showgrounds after a vehicle ploughed into a group of people attending the Supanova comic convention.
Australia locks in major defence deal
Australia has locked in a major defence agreement that the government said is part of a long-term plan to transform its naval firepower.
Search for man who fell overboard from cruise ship
A huge search is underway for a man in his 70s who fell from a cruise ship near Brisbane overnight.
Watch terrifying machete attack at Melbourne mall
Terrifying footage has emerged of a masked group armed with machetes storm a packed mall during an attack in Melbourne overnight.
Rugby player jailed over child sex crimes
A former rugby player has lost his appeal against child sex convictions after a court rejected his claims that his 14-year-old victim was unreliable".
Celeb couple’s heartwarming Sydney goodbye
Harry and Meghan have wrapped up their whirlwind trip to Australia in true royal fashion, waving goodbye to a cluster of lucky fans in Coogee.
Man allegedly punches nine people at servo
A man allegedly punched nine people in the head' and threatened them with a needle during a shocking attempted robbery at a rural service station.
Man’s vile act caught on neighbour’s camera
Security footage has revealed the shocking moment a man stopped during a casual stroll to perform a disgusting act on a stranger's lawn - leaving neighbours stunned.
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