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Horror after two stabbed, one critical in home
Three people have been rushed to hospital - two with stab wounds and one fighting for life - after they were found unresponsive in a Blue Mountains home.
Chalmers: Road user charge not ‘double tax’
Aussie EV drivers are set to face a road user charge in the coming years - but the Treasurer has moved to ease concerns this will be a double tax" on petrol cars.
Minister doesn’t rule out housing tax tweaks
Labor has conceded its building code changes added up to $50k onto home costs, with the Housing Minister dodging questions about targeting property investors.
Grim discovery on quiet north coast beach
A horrific discovery has been made on a quiet beach just south of the Queensland border, sparking a police probe.
How AI could help tackle Aussie housing crisis
The Albanese government will pilot using AI to speed up the assessment of thousands of new homes amid the ongoing housing crisis.
New witness in search for missing man
A man who has been missing for nearly a week from a Victorian campground may have been spotted by a new witness.
Update in major recall of popular yoghurt
More flavours have been added to a major recall of a popular dairy-free yoghurt after the discovery of an undeclared allergen.
Podcaster’s last interview with fiancee before alleged murder
An interview has emerged between a Perth podcaster and his fiancee just weeks before he allegedly stabbed her to death.
Police hunting escapee who ‘shouldn’t be approached’
Police are urgently searching for a man who allegedly escaped from custody who they say should not be approached".
Man charged over fires at world-famous market
A man has been charged after four fires were allegedly lit inside one of Australia's most famous markets.
Flights diverted at major airport amid fog
International travellers face chaos at a major city Airport as a thick blanket of fog sends flights to different cities across Australia.
Urgent recall of Aldi baby food
A popular baby food product sold at supermarkets across the country has been urgently recalled over an undeclared allergen.
Murder charge after man found with ‘significant facial injuries’
A man has been charged with murder after a 55-year-old was found with significant facial injuries" in a major regional city.
Blue skies return after record-breaking rain
While some flood alerts remain, millions of Australians will finally see blue skies again after the fourth wettest August on record.
Australia's dietitians name the food you need to eat more of
The vegetable that sparked countless dinner time battles has been named Australia's most important food by leading dietitians.
Ivan Milat’s family claim serial killer was framed for backpacker murders
The family of Ivan Milat have come out with bombshell claims about one of the most notorious criminals in Australian history.
$80k blow for new Alzheimer’s therapy
A federal government advisory body has refused to recommend listing a new Alzheimer's drug, leaving patients to bear staggering costs to use it.
Podcaster charged with murder of woman
Conspiracy theorist podcaster Tobias Nuttall, 32, has been charged with the murder of his 30-year-old girlfriend.
Bizarre call to put King Charles’ pic in schools
Members of a grassroots political outfit are set to debate whether all public schools in one state should put up portraits of the reigning monarch.
China flight capacity hits new high
Summer travel to China is surging, with airlines adding extra flights to cope with rising demand as passengers head overseas during the peak holiday season.
Baby’s body found in drain, mum charged
Western Australian Police have charged a woman after tradies found the body of a baby in a Perth drain earlier this week.
Boss’s ‘disgusting’ act at AFL match
The behaviour of a former director of a Bondi Beach investment firm has been labelled as belittling, childish and stupid", after he touched a woman's behind.
Ivan Milat’s family claim serial killer was framed for backpacker murders
A 10-year search has the family of the notorious serial killer convinced he was framed" for the killing of seven backpackers in NSW.
New Alzheimer’s drug rejected for PBS listing,
A federal government advisory body has refused to recommend listing a new Alzheimer's drug, leaving patients to bear staggering costs to use it.
ID of new top cop still shrouded in mystery
After four months, a replacement for an outgoing police commissioner in one state still remains a mystery.
‘Suspicious device’: Beach shut down
Police have provided an update after declaring an emergency at a popular beach following the discovery of a suspicious device'.
Popular sunscreen pulled after test fail
A major Aussie skincare company has recalled a cult sunscreen and apologised to customers following a dramatic testing failure.
Sydney tradie company’s ‘low act’ towards 98-year-old war veteran
An Aussie veteran was left stunned after receiving an eye-watering quote to fix his broken toilet - sparking outrage online.
Update on horror wedding mini-bus crash
Police have given an update on a mini-bus crash in the Hunter Valley on the way to a wedding, leaving the groom and several others in hospital.
$1bn Lotto prize Aussies could win
Australians have until Sunday morning to buy tickets for a staggering $1.1bn Lotto prize, with the country's luckiest suburbs named.
Huge change coming for childcare workers
Education ministers have agreed to new rules to protect children in childcare, including establishing a national register of workers in the sector after recent scandals.
‘Suspicious device’: Beach shut down
The police have declared an emergency at a popular beach after finding a suspicious device'. An exclusion zone is now in place.
Housing question Labor won’t answer
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey has refused to answer one critical question about the future of housing in Sydney.
Ley’s vow to Dutton after election wipe-out
The former Opposition Leader received a standing ovation from party faithful, with Sussan Ley vowing to honour" his legacy by winning back the seat of Dickson.
Huge change coming for childcare workers
All childcare workers will soon be catalogued in a national register, in the wake of harrowing allegations that rocked the sector.
‘Sorry’: Sunscreen recalled on test fail
A major beauty and skincare company has recalled a popular sunscreen and apologised to customers following a dramatic testing failure.
‘Rat-cunning’ Treasurer slammed over move to crackdown on wealthy retirees to fund tax cuts for younger Aussies
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been slammed amid hints of a new raid on wealthy baby boomers', superannuation and family trusts.
Postie’s role in $1.4m fraud scheme: cops
Police have seized wads of cash, luxury jewellery, and stolen bank cards in raids as they investigate an alleged $1.4m scheme involving a postal worker.
Urgent recall on popular yoghurt
A popular vegan-friendly product has been urgently pulled from shelves after fears of possible milk contamination, sparking backlash online.
‘Very sad’: Iconic music venue shuts
A flood of sadness mixed with gratitude is spreading across social media as music lovers and pub patrons react to the shock closure of an iconic venue.
Lexus caught red-handed in ‘dodgy’ act
A Sydney motorist is likely facing a hefty penalty after being caught red-handed on dashcam in a dodgy" act going through a toll.
Warning as thick fog blankets entire city
Sydney commuters are being warned to take extreme care as fog covers the city, creating dangerous conditions.
Ominous warning for cashed-up Boomers
The Treasurer has hinted that wealthy retirees could be in his sights with a possible focus on superannuation tax breaks.
Man stabbed with screwdriver on street: cops
A delivery driver was allegedly stabbed more than a dozen times with a screwdriver in a horrific attack in inner Sydney, police say.
Ministers to discuss childcare phone ban
The meeting of state and federal childcare ministers will focus on upping safety regulations at childcare centres, including a national worker register and tougher penalties.
Powerball jackpot to soar to $50m next Thursday
Another huge jackpot will be up for grabs next week, after there was no winning entry for the $30m first prize in Thursday night's Powerball.
US tariff rule to hit Aussies exporting goods
Aussie e-retailers sending goods to the US are about to be hit with a new tariff after Donald Trump overturned an exemption on imports valued less than $US800.
Dairy-free product recalled over milk fear
A popular dairy-free product has been urgently recalled after the discovery of potential milk contamination.
Road user charge ‘consensus’ after three-day talks
After wrapping up more than 29 hours of talks, Jim Chalmers has flagged movement on a road user charge among 10 other areas for immediate reform.
Netanyahu unleashes fury at Albanese
In an explosive Sky News interview, Benjamin Netanyahu said Anthony Albanese's record was forever tarnished", accusing him of emboldening Hamas and fuelling anti-Semitism.
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