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Amputee’s NDIS hell as dodgy providers, fraudsters exploit IT failures
Amputee Carolyn Becker was left in limbo' by the NDIS, as others reveal four ways it can save $2b just by replacing outdated IT services to improve its response time.
Qantas launches mega sale, flights from $99
Qantas has launched a major domestic fare sale, offering one-way flights from $99 across Australia.
Huge update in mushroom killer case
Triple-murderer Erin Patterson's grounds of appeal have been revealed, as the convicted killer argues there was a fundamental irregularity" during her trial.
Minister’s bold call on housing scheme
It's been barely a month since the Albanese government expanded the 5 per cent deposit scheme for homebuyers amid warning property prices would soar.
Rising sea heat fuels cyclone fears
Australia's cyclone season has begun and early signs suggest it could be one of the fiercest in almost two decades.
ASX climbs off lows but finishes in the red
Australian shares have bounced during Wednesday afternoon's trading session, following a 1 per cent fall during the morning's trading.
Aussie council’s ‘controversial’ flag move
One local council has found a way to promote Aussie pride, saying it is a small token gesture' that means a lot to people.
‘Hopeless liar’: Anthony Albanese confronted by Alex Hawke
An explosive confrontation has exploded in parliament as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is called a hopeless liar".
Ute ploughs through foodcourt, woman critical
A woman has been hospitalised in a critical condition after she was struck by a ute that ploughed through a foodcourt.
Police probe ‘malicious’ Optus outage
Police are investigating malicious damage caused to an Optus tower that left thousands of residents without mobile service and some triple-0 calls potentially affected.
Artist found not guilty of sex assault
A prominent Sydney street artist has been found not guilty of sexually assaulting four women.
‘Game over’: Next target of ciggie crackdown
One of NSW's top cops has spelled game over" for illicit tobacco shops as the next target of a long-promised crackdown is revealed.
Huge update after tradie shot dead at home
Two men have been charged with the murder of Sydney tradie John Versace who was mistaken for a gangland member.
Hospital workers fighting for life after crash
Two employees at a Sydney hospital are in a critical condition after they were hit by a car outside the building's main entrance.
Top cop gives major 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.
Investigators board cruise ship after death
Investigators have boarded a Great Barrier Reef cruise ship linked to the death of an elderly passenger amid explosive claims of understaffing and safety lapses.
‘Theatre’: 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 by arguing he was engaged in theatre".
Man clings to bonnet in road rage meltdown
Shocking footage of an apparent road rage meltdown shows a young man clinging to the bonnet of a car as the driver speeds away.
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.
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