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Commuter chaos, major Sydney train delays
Commuters are facing chaos on Sydney's rail network on Monday morning, as major delays plague at least three lines.
Aussie sharemarket set for battering
Middle East escalations threaten to wipe hundreds of millions from Australian portfolios as markets brace for Monday's opening bell.
Dezi Freeman shot dead by police
One of Australia's biggest manhunts for alleged cop killer Dezi Freeman has ended months after the attack that shocked the nation.
Dragons give update on terrifying Flanagan scenes
The Dragons have provided a significant update on Kyle Flanagan after the five-eighth was taken from the field on a medi-cab on Sunday night.
‘So it could happen?’: Karl Stefanovic grills Jim Chalmers on fuel tax cuts
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has refused to rule out temporarily cutting the fuel excise as the government considers new crisis measures.
Teens thrown from e-bike in horror crash
Two teenagers have suffered serious injuries after their e-bike crashed into a car and was totally destroyed in a crash in NSW.
PM under fire, grim diesel photo emerges
A company has called out the Albanese government, giving a grim prediction for one major sector amid the nationwide fuel crisis. Follow our live fuel blog.
One Nation rises as Coalition future dire: Poll
The Coalition's popularity with voters has taken a turn for the worse as a cost of living crunch places immense pressure on voters.
Anthony Albanese smashed in latest Newspoll over fuel, war
As the Prime Minister prepares to discuss shock measures to address the fuel crisis, a new poll shows furious voters are turning on his government.
Commuter chaos, major delays on Syd trains
Commuters are facing chaos on Sydney's rail network on Monday morning as major delays plague at least three lines.
The online tricks terrorists use to dupe ordinary Aussies
Australians are being warned that terrorists are posing as charity organisations online to dupe them out of their money.
Cops’ brutal act after $1.5k diesel theft
An accused thief was forced into an embarrassing act after being caught allegedly stealing hundreds of litres of diesel from a truck. Follow live.
‘Torn down’: Leading Lib’s big One Nation call
A Liberal frontbencher says the likes of One Nation will upend Australian politics unless Canberra fixes the system".
Premium rises add to cost-of-living pain
One household bill is set to rise at a level not seen since 2016 this week, with some families set to pay as much as 25 per cent more.
Update for NSW as states back free transport
Fare-free public transport is being urged by states, unions and other groups as the cost of living pressure caused by war in Iran grows.
Urgent disease alert for major Aussie city
Two cases of measles have been confirmed to have possibly contaminated almost a dozen public sites in parts of one of the country's most densely populated areas.
Huge WFH talks tomorrow, bowsers run dry
Mixed messages" on shortages and working from home cloud Australia's fuel concerns, as unions push for less office time to keep essential vehicles fuelled up.
Baby killed in horror crash
A seven-month-old baby has died after a horror rideshare car crash, as police urge anyone who saw the vehicle prior to come forward.
Calls for ‘relief’ after huge transport move
Calls are mounting for the NSW government to make dramatic changes to current public transport policies after decisions made by other state governments.
Update after ex-cyclone Narelle smashes WA
Emergency services have delivered an update on the fallout from ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle, as crews work to restore access to a hard-hit tourist town.
States make massive move as fuel crisis bites
In a bid to ease cost-of-living and cost-of-travel pressures being faced by Aussies, two state governments are introducing new measures to help ease the pain.
Teen farewells twin and boyfriend after tragedy
A Queensland teenager has farewelled her sister and boyfriend after they died falling from Mount Beerwah in a tragic hiking incident.
New $12k fines for rental act
Landlords and property managers in one state will soon face fines for a common act tenants have long complained about.
Measles cases confirmed in major urban hub
Two cases of measles have been confirmed to have possibly contaminated almost a dozen public sites in parts of one of the country's most densely populated areas.
New $12k fines for rental act
Landlords and property managers in one state will soon face fines up to $12,000 for a common act tenants have long complained about.
Statue of rights activist vandalised
A group of women, aged from 34 to 71, have been arrested and charged after a statue of a women's rights campaigner was vandalised.
Teen found with violent extremist material
A 15-year-old boy has allegedly been found with violent extremist material following a tip off to police.
‘Outrageous’ situation Australia is in
Australia is in the grip of an escalating crisis - and according to one leading expert, we have every right to be furious about it.
Teen assaults paramedic after crash in stolen car
A paramedic helping an injured teen following a crash in a stolen car was allegedly assaulted by the boy.
Gas production halted after cyclone damage
Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been downgraded after crossing WA's coastline as a category three system, but emergency warnings remain in place as residents told there's still a threat to lives and homes.
Destructive cyclone wreaks havoc across WA
Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been downgraded after crossing WA's coastline as a category three system, but emergency warnings remain in place as residents told there's still a threat to lives and homes.
‘Vigorous’: Wild seas batter east coast
Beachgoers are being warned to use common sense this weekend as massive swells and gale force winds continue to batter the east coast.
Bunnings running low on this item
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed his next move as fuel hoarding grows and the federal government commits to paying for shipments to lock in deliveries.
Bunnings now sold out of this item
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed Bunnings is sold out of jerry cans, as fuel hoarding grows and the federal government commits to paying for shipments to lock in deliveries.
Bizarre new trend hitting breweries
A bizarre new trend is bubbling up across the country and it's our beer houses bearing the brunt of it.
Moment driver corner in bizarre hiding spot
Wild footage has captured the moment a driver was cornered by police hiding in a dumpster, following an alleged chase through multiple suburbs.
Emergency fuel plan on the way – but is it already too late?
The federal government is preparing an emergency fuel plan to safeguard supply, but farmers and truckies have slammed the PM for moving too slowly, saying food prices are set to rise.
Why a $2m yacht is the new Gold Coast apartment
Aussies are ditching coastal properties for floating holiday homes, in a surprise and widespread new social shift.
Albo reveals huge fuel move
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed the government's next move to combat surging fuel prices and empty service stations.
11 words before man killed, burned in tree
A father has been jailed for at least 20 years after executing his mate with a single bullet then burning the body inside a tree trunk.
Cheers as man found guilty of headlock death
Cheers and applause rang out in a Melbourne courtroom as a family say they've received justice" for a loved one killed in a streetside punch up.
Emergency fuel plan on the way – but is it too late?
The federal government is preparing an emergency fuel plan to safeguard supply, but farmers and truckies have slammed the PM for moving too slowly, saying food prices are set to rise.
‘Acting early’: New Zealand unveils four-phase plan to cope with fuel crisis
New Zealand has revealed details of its multiphase plan to combat major" fuel disruption in the face of the Iran war. Follow live.
11 words before man killed and burned in tree
A father has been jailed for at least 20 years after executing his mate with a single bullet then burning the body inside a tree trunk.
Energy firms punished in major fraud probe
Two energy companies have been hit with severe penalties over unacceptable behaviour" involving non-existent efficiency upgrades.
Cyclone’s latest blow to global energy supply
Major gas mines off the WA coast have been evacuated and knocked offline by Tropical Cyclone Narelle, all while global supply is already constrained.
‘Higher’: Bold fuel claim as prices rise
Energy Minister Chris Bowen has revealed the state of Australia's fuel supply in a snap press conference alongside Anthony Albanese.
Liberals ‘chasing One Nation’ down ‘populist burrow’
A former Liberal prime minister has urged his old party against chasing" One Nation's votes as the populist movement climbs in the polls.
Update on ex-judge facing child abuse charges
A former senior judge who allegedly showed child abuse images to university students will potentially face new charges across two states.
Qantas reveals international route shake-up
Qantas is overhauling its international flight schedule ahead of the northern summer, reshuffling services as air travel is disrupted by the ongoing Iran war.
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