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Top cop’s update on search for Gus
South Australia's top cop has given a major update on the search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont, who was last seen more than a month ago.
Looming blow to ‘vile organisation’
Labor is mulling listing a global Islamist movement as a terror organisation after a grim warning from Australia's domestic spy chief.
Actor to fight Nazi gesture charge
An Australian actor, known for his roles on Neighbours and City Homicide, will fight an allegation he performed a banned Nazi gesture.
Shock murder charge in 34-year cold case
Police have arrested and charged a man with murder in relation to the horror bashing death of Melinda Freeman in her home in 1991.
‘Insensitive’: Abortion row turns ugly
A row has broken out among the Liberal Party ranks as Sussan Ley criticised key figures in the party as insensitive".
Man used apps to lure kids: cops
A man will front court on dozens of horrific charges after he allegedly used social media apps to groom kids before sexually assaulting them.
Man dead, three hurt in wild highway brawl
A man has been killed and others have been flown to hospital with serious injuries after a wild brawl on a remote highway.
Delays in sex-accused teacher case slammed
The case of a teacher accused of having sex with two of her students has hit another snag, with a magistrate slamming the constant delays.
Man’s body found in storm drain
A man has been found dead in a storm drain in a suburb of an Aussie capital city, sparking a police probe.
Mining giants slam Aussie laws favouring unions, making us poorer
Australia's biggest mining and energy companies have launched a scathing attack on workplace laws and renewable subsidies they say are making the nation poorer as they push for change.
‘Insensitive’: Ley rejects abortion claim
Sussan Ley has hit out at claims that women who have abortions could benefit from a new law but stopped short of slamming her own MPs who made the comments.
$11m of taxpayers’ cash used to fund activist group
Green activists who tried to block billion-dollar mining projects have received millions in taxpayer dollars, even after courts condemned their tactics. Regis' Jim Beyer says the firm is virtually back to square one".
More than 3 million Aussies going hungry
Even households earning more than $90k are struggling to put food on the table, new research shows, as calls grow for the Labor government to take stronger action.
Wild detail in state’s tobacco crackdown
Two stores have become the first casualties of NSW's sweeping new powers targeting illicit tobacco and vaping products - with promises of potential million-dollar fines or jail.
‘Slash red tape’: Mining giants push for major Aussie changes
Australia's biggest mining and energy companies have launched a scathing attack on workplace laws and renewable subsidies they say are making the nation poorer as they push for change.
Surfer drowns near famous break
A surfer in distress was pulled from the water near one of Australia's most popular surf breaks but could not be saved.
Helicopter ‘shuddered’ before horror crash
The ATSB has revealed the key safety failures that preceded a helicopter crash on Queensland's Pannikin Island that left an instructor with serious injuries.
Wild detail in state’s tobacco crackdown
Two stores have become the first casualties of NSW's sweeping new health powers targeting the sale of illicit tobacco and vaping products - with promises of potential million-dollar fines or jail.
Push to create more Aussie content
Streaming services could soon be forced to make more Australian-based content under new laws to be debated in parliament.
‘Get moving’: NT’s call on China-controlled port
The Albanese government is facing fresh calls for action" on a major security concern in the Northern Territory.
Severe storm alert for Aussies abroad
A powerful tropical cyclone is threatening tourist areas, sparking urgent warnings for Aussie travellers.
Banned ingredient: Beauty products pulled
Nine skincare products have been pulled from shelves after testing allegedly identified a banned ingredient.
Man dead, five injured in two car crash
One man is dead and five other people, including two children, have been flown to hospital following a crash on a remote highway.
Surprise Aussies at Trump’s exclusive party
Two prominent Australians have popped up at an Halloween soiree hosted by US President Donald Trump.
Pilot on mobile phone call when ship crashed
A pilot was on a mobile phone call when a huge container ship crashed into an iconic Australian tall ship, leaving it a crumpled mess.
Family’s plea in $1m cold case murder probe
A family's fight for answers over the murder of a mum, whose body was found dumped in a drain, has been laid bare as police reveal a huge update.
Major drug syndicate smashed, 18 charged
A highly organised" drug syndicate with reach across Australia has been dismantled after police seized $60m worth of drugs and arrested 18 people.
Man dies after being hit by train
A man has died after being struck by a train during the morning commuter rush, with emergency crews fighting to save his life at the scene.
Aussie’s ‘terrifying’ details on train stabbing
An Australian man who survived the Cambridgeshire train stabbing recalls looking the knife-wielding attacker in the face during terrifying" ordeal.
Lehrmann raises ‘Christmas raid’ concerns
Bruce Lehrmann has flagged concerns the NACC could undertake a Christmas raid" as a court was told his bid for legal funding from the government has been rejected.
Barnaby breaks silence on Coalition split
Barnaby Joyce has shared his thoughts on a possible Coalition split while repeatedly dodging questions on his future with the Nats.
MP fumes at working on Melbourne Cup Day
As tens of thousands flock to Melbourne's famed Flemington Racecourse, MPs will remain at Parliament House - much to one frontbencher's dismay.
Cops’ $1m call over mum’s cold case murder
Police probing the cold case murder of a mum whose body was found dumped in a drain near the state border have announced a major reward for new information.
Free electricity for some Aussies
Households will be able to charge EVs or run aircons for free under a new scheme encouraging the use of daytime solar power.
Reason for more commuter chaos
After two years of replacement buses and detours, commuters face yet another year of travel headaches as this major project stalls.
Commuter chaos as person hit by train
A person has been struck by a train this morning, sparking commuter chaos, with the public urged to avoid the area.
Top cop’s one NZ-style move to fix Melbourne
Victoria's top cop has revealed police know exactly the young offenders fuelling the youth crime crisis, and has offered a solution.
‘‘Undervalued’: Thousands flee Victoria amid crime crisis, property guru says it’s now a golden buying opportunity
Victorians have been fleeing in droves, but fresh data reveals a surprising shift is underway. And one expert says it could be the chance of a lifetime.
Aussies treated to stunning meteor shower
The Leonids meteor shower will light up the Aussie night sky throughout November.
Grim outlook for Melbourne Cup revellers
The latest forecasts have brought bad news for punters heading to Flemington Racecourse for today's Melbourne Cup.
Two key figures to decide next rate cut
Bombshell data last month sent hopes of a rate cut plummeting and fears of a rate hike soaring - here's what you really need to know about the RBA's November meeting.
Man hospitalised after horrifying dog attack
A 55-year-old man has been hospitalised after a dog attacked him inside a Sydney apartment block, leaving him with serious injuries.
Council begs for huge rates increase
A major city council that includes some of the country's most iconic real estate is asking residents to approve a huge jump in rates.
Mushroom killer’s shock new legal move
Triple murderer Erin Patterson has launched an appeal against her convictions for killing three relatives with death cap mushrooms at a family lunch.
One risk to state’s ambitious home target
Building approvals have surged across the nation, but one state's peak construction body has warned rising costs are threatening housing targets.
11yo dies after quad bike crash
A young boy has been killed after the quad bike he was riding crashed on an Australian mango farm.
‘Unhinged’ act before road rage death: court
A court has been told extraordinary details of how a minor traffic incident between strangers allegedly spiralled into a road rage murder.
Aussie shares in choppy waters ahead of RBA
The Aussie sharemarket has edged higher in a choppy session of trading ahead of Tuesday's closely-watched decision on interest rates from the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Major work change for one group of Aussies
Major workplace law changes have passed parliament, aiming to ease financial burdens on one group of Australians.
Tubing accident sends woman to hospital
A woman has suffered whiplash and suspected spinal injuries and been flown to hospital after a tubing accident at a recreational park.
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