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Two billionaires await decision in royalty feud
Two of Australia's wealthiest citizens will on Wednesday find out who is entitled to billions of dollars worth of mining royalties and assets.
Magnitude 4.5 earthquake rocks NSW
NSW has been rocked by a magnitude 4.5 quake that has shaken houses for 30 seconds.
Saint cops mammoth ban for homophobic slur
The AFL has handed down a historically long suspension to St Kilda forward Lance Collard for his homophobic slur in the VFL.
Girl, 7, drowns at popular swimming spot
Family members of a young girl have paid tribute to the lovely, shy, caring, and remarkably mature" after she drowned at a popular swimming spot.
Top traffic cop busted using phone on bike
Police have launched a conduct investigation after a senior traffic officer was busted breaking road rules he's paid to enforce.
Man charged with sex assault on Perth flight
An Indian national has been charged after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman on an international flight bound for Perth.
ASX jumps on US, Iran peace talks
Australia's sharemarket has briefly hit the psychological 9000-point milestone as traders welcomed signs of potential Middle East peace talks.
Woman sues Qld for panic attacks
A court clerk's attempt to sue the state for major psychiatric compensation after a back strain has spectacularly backfired.
‘Happy to be here’: Harry, Meghan all smiles on first day of Aussie visit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have rounded out the first of a four-day Australian trip by visiting a veterans arts museum after stopping off at a women's refuge and paying a visit to sick kids at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital. See the pictures.
Hidden cameras found in town’s change rooms
Several electronic devices were seized by police from Horsham Town Hall after reports hidden cameras were placed in change rooms over an extended period.
Chan gets support after epic Bellamy spray
The Melbourne Storm are hoping they can avoid another heavy defeat that saw a star player cop an all time spray from coach Craig Bellamy.
‘Happy to be here’: Harry and Meghan all smiles on first day of Aussie visit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have rounded out the first of a four-day Australian trip by visiting a veterans arts museum after stopping off at a women's refuge and paying a visit to sick kids at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital. See the pictures.
Cop recruit allegedly raped female colleague
NSW Police are investigating an allegation a recruit sexually assaulted a female colleague at a training facility.
Murder arrest after pregnant woman’s suspicious death
Police have made a shock arrest some nine years after a young pregnant woman was found dead in suspicious circumstances.
‘Insanity’: Activist ridicules arrest
A 70-year-old activist attempted to plead insanity" after ridiculing Queensland's new hate speech laws for using a slogan in support of Palestine.
‘Dominates’: China’s genius move revealed
An expert has lifted the lid on a volatile" industry in crisis - and while Aussies are about to feel the consequences, China is having the last laugh.
‘Happy to be here’: Harry, Meghan charm sick kids on first stop of Aussie visit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have kicked off their four-day Australian trip by visiting sick patients at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne. See the pictures.
Angus Taylor vows to deport 65,000 visa overstayers from Aus, opposition leader grilled on ICE-style deportation force
The opposition leader has been confronted over whether Australia could adopt US-style armed deportation teams - and he didn't say no.
Aussies face fewer flights and higher fares
Travellers will be slugged with higher costs and fewer options as the fallout from the Middle East conflict continues to drive oil prices higher.
‘Happy to be here’: Harry, Meghan charm sick kids on first stop of Aussie visit
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have kicked off their four-day Australian trip by visiting sick kids at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.
$1m guns, drugs, explosives found in Melbourne rental
A cleaner's routine visit to a Melbourne rental uncovered more than $1m in drugs, firearms and explosives linked to organised crime.
Bunnings’ major move in fuel crisis
Bunnings Warehouse and a host of other Australian brands have announced a major cost of living relief, as the country continues to grapple with the global fuel crisis.
Wild court scenes as protester charged
A 70-year-old activist attempted to plead insanity" after ridiculing Queensland's new hate speech laws for using a slogan in support of Palestine.
Harry and Meghan touch down in Melbourne
As the former royal couple landed in Australia for a whirlwind trip, fellow passengers shared the moment they realised they were on the same flight.
Angus Taylor vows to deport 65,000 visa overstayers from Aus, opposition leader grilled on ICE-style deportation force
A minister has been confronted over whether Australia could adopt US-style armed deportation teams - and he didn't say no.
‘Real pressure’: Aussie industry on the brink
An expert has lifted the lid on a volatile" industry in crisis - and every one of us is about to feel the consequences.
Sick grandma targeted in alleged home invasion
The grandmother had been staying with her daughter for chemo treatment when they were allegedly woken by two armed thieves at their door.
Outrage over council’s parking ‘cash grab’
A Sydney council's plan to introduce paid parking along its most popular beaches has sparked a furious backlash from locals, who have labelled it a cash grab".
Man charged after dramatic armoured vehicle siege
A man has been arrested and charged after allegedly threatening to kill a woman while armed, sparking a siege involving tactical police.
Dramatic moment teen rescued from cliff face
Dramatic footage has captured the moment a multi-hour operation unfolded to rescue a teenager, after he was swept out to sea.
Angus Taylor vows to deport 65,000 visa overstayers from Aus
The Liberal leader has unveiled a hardline crackdown that would see tens of thousands forcibly removed in sweeping changes.
Liberals pledge huge migration crackdown
The Liberals have declared Palestinian refugees from Gaza represent a clear risk" to the nation in an extraordinary speech on migration policy
Poll reveals reason for Labor success
One Nation has overtaken the Coalition to become the top choice on primary votes for men, but Labor maintains an election-winning position through female support.
Outrage over council’s parking ‘cash grab’
A council's plan to introduce paid parking along its most popular beaches has sparked a furious backlash from locals, who have labelled it a cash grab" and sales pitch".
Spotlight on state secrets in spy case
Concerns about a national security risk in the case against a couple accused of trying to spy for Russia have surfaced in court.
Woman, 25, drowns at popular tourist spot
Tragedy has rocked a popular Aussie outback tourist spot after police confirmed a woman drowned while on a trip with her friends.
Secrecy bid twist in synagogue arson case
An alleged arsonist accused of firebombing a synagogue has appeared in court carrying a luxury Louis Vuitton bag.
‘Love triangle’ led to alleged murder: court
A woman whose husband was allegedly murdered by her former lover has told a court of the moment she made the decision to end the love triangle.
33yo charged after allegedly stabbing 17yo
Bodycam footage has captured the moment a man is placed into handcuffs and charged with the alleged stabbing of a teenager on the Gold Coast.
Poll reveals reason for Labor success
Labor has delivered a commanding leader against the Coalition - buoyed by surging support among one group of people.
Shock as tactical police swarm Sydney street
Wild images have captured tactical police and heavily-armed vehicles swarming a NSW street, drawing comparisons to SWAT teams".
Trump move rocks Aussie sharemarket
Gold miners and tech stocks have dragged the ASX 200 down, but oil has soared after US President Donald Trump ordered a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Major travel company suffers huge data breach
One of the world's largest travel giants has issued a warning to Aussies after it suffered a massive data breach, leading to customers' personal information being compromised.
Mass resignation in Victorian government
Three Victorian Ministers have quit government ahead of November's election, with Premier Jacinta Allan expected to announce a reshuffle imminently.
Murder-accused mum’s texts revealed
A mother told friends and neighbours she was exasperated with her son, wishing he would overdose and musing about tampering with his drugs, a court heard.
Tennis star breaks silence with surprise baby
Aussie tennis bad boy Bernard Tomic and girlfriend Keely Hannah have shocked fans with the sudden family announcement of their most beautiful secret".
‘No communication’: Rail chaos rocks city
Aussie commuters in one capital city have endured queues stretching hundreds of metres and lengthy delays after major rail track closures triggered chaotic scenes.
‘False’: Aussie chiropractor banned from using ‘Dr’ title
A celebrity chiropractor has been banned from calling herself a doctor due to misleading" material in her social media posts.
High-price servos to be named and shamed
A new update to one state's petrol-price-viewing app will add a feature that clearly identifies the most expensive servos in any given area.
Man charged after allegedly stabbing teen, 17
Bodycam footage has captured the moment a man is placed into handcuffs and charged with the alleged stabbing of a teenager on the Gold Coast.
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