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Anthony Albanese reveals $8 billion Medicare offer
Australians will save massively on GP visits under a dramatic new offering made by the prime minister.
Shock ‘strap’ claim rocks elite school
An elite Aussie private school has launched a probe into shocking allegations junior boarding students were strapped" by their senior peers.
Doctor behind bars over fatal crash
An obstetrician who allegedly killed a woman and injured an Uber driver in a high-speed drunken crash is behind bars after being released by hospital.
Teen in custody after fatal scooter crash
A teenager is in custody after an elderly man died when a car allegedly collided with his mobility scooter.
Man charged over alleged threats to MP
A man has been arrested and charged after allegedly threatening a federal parliamentarian over social media.
Albo’s $8bn push for free GP visits
Labor is pledging to pump billions into boosting bulk billed GP appointments for all amid years of declining rates for working Australians.
Surprising new lead revealed at final excavation for cold case
A surprising new link between the Beaumont children and a key suspect in their disappearance has been revealed as the last search for their remains begins.
Grim warning as rare disease kills three
Record numbers" of a rare soil-borne disease have been recorded in parts of Queensland devastated by floods, including three fatal cases.
Nationwide outage hits major airline
Passengers flying on a major Aussie airline were left unable to check into their flights following a major technical outage.
Big call on landlords after rate relief
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has called on landlords to consider this week's long-awaited rate cut when setting their rents.
Vile troll’s threats against David Sharaz, Brittany Higgins revealed
Shocking messages threatening to bury" Brittany Higgins and her husband David Sharaz - and even harm their dog - have been revealed in full for the first time.
’Disconcerting’: Marles’ call on warships
Deputy PM Richard Marles says China is yet to give a satisfactory answer to one key question about its warships' live fire testing off Australian waters.
Extreme warning as temps set to soar
Millions of Aussies bracing for blistering temperatures this weekend, with the extreme conditions sparking several warnings.
‘Glad he’s dead’: Man’s escape from cult-like church he says controlled every aspect of his life
After being born into one of Australia's most notorious cult-like churches, Ryan Carey escaped its controlling clutches and is now speaking out.
New data reveals which Aussie airlines are on time
New data has been released, revealing which Aussie airlines depart on time the most and which ones are more likely to arrive late.
Schoolgirl critically injured by tree branch
The incident injured several students from the primary school tour group at Government House in Canberra, leaving one Year 6 girl fighting for her life.
Last hope for Australia’s longest cold case
A final effort to find the remains of the missing Beaumont children will begin today, almost 60 years after their disappearance.
Vile troll’s threats against David Sharaz, Brittany Higgins revealed
Vile texts threatening to bury" Brittany Higgins and her husband David Sharaz, and chop up" their dog Kingston can be revealed in full for the first time.
Urgent warning over contagious disease
A traveller with the highly contagious disease visited several locations in Sydney, including a local Westfield and the QVB over the last seven days.
Last hope for Australia’s longest cold case
A final effort to find the remains of the missing Beaumont children has begun, almost 60 years after their disappearance.
Realtor’s drunken crash caught on CCTV
A Sydney real estate agent who got behind the wheel of his BMW after spending four hours at a brewery has been sentenced over the horrific crash.
WA dad smashes school’s ‘woke mind virus’
A Perth father is campaigning for a spot on the board of his local school, vowing to keep it free from divisive ideologies".
Warning for pilots as Chinese warships spotted
Defence has provided a significant update after commercial flights were warned after China warships undertook live fire testing in waters off Australia.
Bank woes drop the ASX 200
Australia's sharemarket finished in the red on Friday as consumer discretionary and financials continued to weigh on the local market.
Warning for pilots as Chinese warships spotted
Commercial pilots have been warned of a potential hazard in airspace between Australia and New Zealand after Chinese warships were spotted in the area.
’Cut costs’: Northern Beaches Hospital staff take aim at management after toddler’s horrific death
Staff at Northern Beaches Hospital say concerns were raised about cost-cutting for years before the horrific death of toddler Joe Massa.
‘10 years: RBA boss’s timeline on cash use
RBA governor Michele Bullock says cash use is likely in long-term decline", acknowledging its withdrawal would hit vulnerable" communities.
Minister hits back at ‘not normal’ attendance
A key government minister popping up at mass citizenship ceremonies is suspicious", political opponents say.
Demand to Dutton on penalty rates
A major union is calling on the Coalition to pledge support for retail workers' penalty rates ahead of a Fair Work fight.
‘Potential for backlash’: Abbie Chatfield’s massive admission in Anthony Albanese interview
The media personality acknowledged her confession has the potential for backlash" during an interview with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Australia’s biggest super fund fined $27m
Australia's biggest superannuation fund has been fined $27m for charging duplicate fees to tens of thousands of customers.
Packer shocked by anti-Semitic nurse video
Billionaire James Packer says the video of two nurses threatening Israeli patients is something you would expect to see in a movie, not coming from Australia.
Man dies from rare soil-borne disease
Residents in a flood-ravaged region have been issued a grim warning after a person died from a rare disease found in soil.
‘Dead wrong’: Dutton’s verdict on Trump
Peter Dutton has slammed Donald Trump over his controversial comments on the Russia-Ukraine war in rare criticism of the US President.
RBA boss’ brutal call on crypto in Australia
RBA governor Michele Bullock has given a withering personal" assessment on cryptocurrencies, stating she doesn't believe it serves the purpose of money".
Chinese-detained journo’s ‘harrowing’ memoir
Sky News presenter Cheng Lei is set to release a harrowing" memoir in April, detailing her three-year incarceration in China.
Shock RBA move could change everything
Analysts have discovered a major clue that the RBA is planning to do far more than it's letting on - and the impact could be massive for us all.
RBA admits it was ‘slow’ to inflation crisis
RBA governor Michele Bullock has conceded the central bank didn't respond" as quickly to inflation as it could have in 2022.
‘Lost the plot’: Dutton turns on Trump
Peter Dutton has slammed Donald Trump over his controversial comments on the Russia-Ukraine war in rare criticism of the US President.
Aussie super fund fined $27m
Australia's biggest superannuation fund has been fined $27m for charging duplicate fees to tens of thousands of customers.
RBA boss makes huge cash call
Despite dropping usage rates and other considerable challenges' plaguing bank note usage, the RBA boss backed people who want to use cash.
Minister Murray Watt wades in on fight to save penalty rates
The federal Workplace Relations Minister will oppose a bid by retailers to cut penalty rates and entitlements, saying workers' wages should not go backwards".
Major issue could sway Aussie voters
New research reveals homelessness is a key issue for voters, as more than 120,000 Aussies facing homelessness reveal they're not getting the support they need.
Alert after death from infectious disease
Health authorities are warning North Queensland residents cleaning up from floods to take precautions after a local died from an infectious disease.
RBA governor Michele Bullock to face grilling after rate cut
RBA governor Michele Bullock will face a three-hour grilling by politicians following the central bank's first rate cut in four years.
Seven star becomes latest to exit broadcaster
The weekend newsreader says it is time for a new chapter" after joining the Seven network in April 2022, but she has already started in another job.
Bird flu detected in Victoria
Avian flu, the virus that left supermarket shelves empty in 2024, has spread at a third poultry farm in Victoria this month alone.
‘No chance of life’: Parents demand answers after two-year-old’s tragic death at Northern Beaches Hospital
The nation is in shock and seeking answers after two-year-old Joe Massa died during a routine visit to Northern Beaches Hospital.
Teens accused of fatal warehouse fire
Police have been slammed for unacceptable delays in the case of three teenagers charged after a factory fire killed two men.
‘Bloodbath’: Aussie state goes full DOGE
A state government has been smashed for pretending to care" as whispers over a plan to cut thousands of jobs spread like wildfire.
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