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Samuel David Jacobson jailed for five years for raping disabled 16-year-old girl in Melbourne’s Batman Park while on bail
A man has been jailed for five years after meeting a vulnerable teenager at a bus stop and luring her to a park where he committed a horrific attack. Warning: graphic
Teen charged with murder after men stabbed
A teenage boy has been charged with murder after a man was stabbed to death at one of Hobart's busiest tourist precincts on the weekend.
Prisoners to be hit with fresh ban
Inmates will be offered support when this commonly accepted practice in prisons is banned in one Australian state.
‘Humiliated’: Govt trans ban overturned
An Australian court has made a historic decision on puberty blockers for transgender children after widespread protests about access to hormone therapy.
Woman’s body found after leaving cruise
A woman's body has been found on a remote Queensland island after she failed to return to a cruise ship.
‘Significant milestone’ for Sydney’s new airport
Crowds gathered at Sydney's new international airport to watch a major milestone take place.
Backlash over response to drugs probe
One state has been called out of touch" after a profoundly disappointing" response to a sweeping inquiry into drug laws.
Judge’s act for victim stuns packed courtroom
A killer's alleged plot to scare his ex-girlfriend, just days before she was murdered, has been described as an act of terror in order to control her".
Court’s huge call on puberty blocker pause
A court has made a huge call on one Aussie state government's decision to pause access to puberty blockers after a legal challenge was mounted.
$7.9bn Medicare change coming this week
A huge $7.9bn Medicare change is coming into effect this week, impacting how Aussies will be able to see their doctor.
‘Any time soon’: Big call on Barnaby’s future
One of Barnaby Joyce's old rivals has weighed in on the rogue MP's future in the National Party.
Tragic end to search for missing hang glider
Police have made a grim discovery in the desperate search for a missing hang glider, who disappeared during a flight off a NSW beach.
The ‘cultural cringe’ holding Australia back
One of Australia's leading tech bosses says the nation should copy Donald Trump and back local firms, warning a cultural cringe" still holds local products back.
‘He’s got a knife!’: Terrifying footage before Melbourne stabbing
Terrifying footage has emerged of a man waving a machete running through a crowd of families in Melbourne before a teen was stabbed.
Court holds minute of silence for murdered woman
A Supreme Court judge has taken the unusual step of holding a minute of silence in memory of murdered teacher's aide Hannah McGuire.
‘Divisive’: Melbourne’s St Vincent’s Hospital policy fast-tracks Indigenous patients over others
A major Melbourne hospital has been accused of fast-tracking patients based on the colour of their skin" under an Australian-first policy.
Pauline Hanson changes party name
Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party is undergoing a rebrand, with the Queensland Senator announcing a name change amid rising support.
Insane thing Aussie bus drivers waited 15 years for
For more than a decade, female bus drivers in one Australian city have waited for the most basic of needs".
Killer’s ‘utterly shameful’ act after murder
The family of a slain teacher's aide have shed tears as the details of her murder and the cover-up are detailed in court.
Why tech boss says Australia must ‘follow Trump’s lead’
One of Australia's leading tech bosses says the nation should copy Donald Trump and back local firms, warning a cultural cringe" still holds Australian products back.
Blow to airlines amid ‘fair’ price worries
Regional flyers pay 52 per cent more per kilometre than capital city passengers, prompting Labor to launch a major probe into airline pricing practices.
Australia Post driver dead after crash
Morning commuters watched in horror as a devastating crash launched two vehicles into a Perth office building, claiming the life of a 74-year-old postal worker.
Tribute to man missing after boat capsized
Police have scaled back a search for missing man Sam Fowler who could not be found after a boat capsized off Mornington Pier.
Kevin Rudd jets into Canberra
Kevin Rudd has made a surprise appearance in Canberra one week after the ambassador to the US was dressed down from President Donald Trump.
Coalition jeers as Chalmers defends super
Jim Chalmers has branded the Coalition divisive' after the opposition erupted in laughter at his defence of super policy.
$400-a-year boost for one group of Aussies
Some women will save more than $120 on a contraception method, with a new subsidy set to take effect on Saturday.
Four lucky Aussies hit Lotto jackpot
Four players from different states have described their overwhelming shock after each won $1.5m in Saturday's Lotto draw.
Gunfire erupts as cops serve warrant
A woman has been charged with attempted murder after officers were allegedly shot at while carrying out a police operation.
Irony in TikTok pokie harm video ban
TikTok has been caught banning an anti-poker machine campaign video while pushing gambling ads on users.
Childcare provider fined for losing children at zoo
A childcare provider has been fined after they lost two children at a zoo and left others unsupervised while teachers looked for them.
Mining billionaire’s warning to Aussies
Mining magnate Andrew Forrest says Australia has a fantastic' future in manufacturing, but only if business and political leaders avoid this one big thing.
Desperate search for missing hang glider
A desperate search for a missing hang glider, who disappeared during a flight off a major beach on the NSW mid-north coast, has entered its second day.
‘Glorifying Hitler’: Behind Ye’s visa snub
Fresh details of how the government tackled Kanye West dropping an anti-Semitic song and his shock visa cancellation have been revealed.
New court request from Lehrmann’s lawyer
A lawyer acting for Bruce Lehrmann in his Queensland rape case have made a new request to the court regarding crucial phone evidence.
14yo boy attacked by croc as sightings rise
A teenage boy has been attacked by a crocodile in Far North Queensland, with several sightings of the animal now reported in the area.
‘Changing that’: Preschool move flips script
Children in one state are being given the opportunity to thrive" by a move to address a lack of affordable early learning.
‘Disgrace’: Homeless video divides Aussies as rough sleepers told to move on from Cessnock park
Footage of homeless man performing a shocking act in the middle of a regional city has sparked anger from residents.
‘Colder’: Murder victim’s dad reveals pain
Lachlan Young has been told of the grief he has caused, as family and friends of Hannah McGuire face the killer in court.
‘Free country’: Barnaby snubs Nats
Barnaby Joyce has awkwardly avoided giving a clear answer on a major question looming over his bombshell decision to leave the Nationals at the end of his term.
‘Significant damage’: 26k without power
Thousands of homes have been left without power as storms smashed one state, with wild photos of large hail emerging amid weather warnings.
Dick Smith’s urgent Aussie plea to Anthony Albanese
Dick Smith is challenging Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and the federal government to act, or risk local businesses falling further behind. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Free country’: Barnaby snubs Nats
David Littleproud has broken his silence on Barnaby Joyce's future after the New England MP ditched a party room meeting.
Family to stare down killer ex-boyfriend
The loved ones of a slain teacher's aide, whose body was found in a burnt-out car, are set to face her killer in court.
Why we struggle to buy Aussie made items
Consumers want to buy Australian-made products, but many find it difficult to identify local goods and get confused. See why and have your say.
R.M. Williams’ huge Aussie expansion revealed
R.M. Williams has revealed a move that will nearly double production as the legendary bootmaker delivers on a promise to bring manufacturing back home.
‘Free country’: Barnaby snubs Nats
Barnaby Joyce will not attend a key party room meeting on Monday as a defection to One Nation draws seemingly closer.
Group decends on iconic Aussie landmarks
A group of activists have paddled out to iconic Australian landmarks, flanked by police, pushing for one key demand.
69,000 without power amid wild weather
More than 40,000 homes have been left without power as storms smashed one state, with wild photos of large hail emerging amid weather warnings.
‘Wait and see’: Looming Barnaby question
After a bombshell blow-up with the Nationals leader, a key question remains about Barnaby Joyce's relationship with the party.
Man found stabbed on street after machete brawl
A 19-year-old has been found with a stab wound after police were called to the scene of a wild brawl between men armed with machetes.
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