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There has been a major development in one of Australia's most notorious crime figures' fight to have his convictions overturned.

The nation came to a standstill last year after the former constable allegedly killed two young men in Sydney's eastern suburbs.

Hundreds of activists blocked the streets of Sydney's CBD in protest on Thursday night after the Sumud Flotilla was detained in Gaza.

Pro-Palestine protesters will march on one of Australia's most famous attractions to urge the Albanese government to sanction Israel.

He was known for his luxury lifestyle, but for the past three years Salim Mehajer has spent it behind bars. He now tells all in his first interview since being released.

The desperate search for alleged police murderer Dezi Freeman has narrowed in on a national park, with 100 extra tactical officers and cadaver dogs joining the manhunt.

Theme park visitors' excitement turned to dread as their rollercoaster stopped mid-ride in the sweltering heat.

Snapchat has introduced a major change to how old photos and videos are stored on its platform, sparking anger from long-time users.

A driver jailed for 32 years after 10 people were killed and more than two dozen injured in a bus crash will return to court to argue for a lesser jail sentence.

Public school teachers in one Australian state have been hit by a new rule around how they interact with their students.

The Powerball draw has left $30m untouched in the prize pool, even as four Australians celebrate six-figure windfall wins.

An adult has been hospitalised with the life-threatening meningococcal disease, prompting a warning from health authorities.

Snapchat has introduced a new fee for users to store old photos and videos on its social media platform.

He was known for his luxury lifestyle but for the past three years Salim Mehajer has spent it behind bars. He now tells all in his first interview since being released.

A health alert has been issued for Sydney's Northern Beaches after a confirmed measles case visited several locations while infectious.

Mushroom cook Erin Patterson has a secret weapon in her fight for freedom as she finally confirms she will appeal her triple murder conviction.

The desperate search for alleged police murderer Dezi Freeman has narrowed in on a national park, with 100 extra tactical officers and cadaver dogs joining the month-long manhunt.

The clock is ticking for Australians to secure their tickets for a chance to win the massive $30m Powerball prize.

Qantas has made an extraordinary attempt to keep the names of its lawyers from the reach of hackers following a massive data breach earlier this year.

Mystery surrounds the discovery of human remains in a burning car as police hunt for crucial dashcam footage of the vehicle's final journey.

From supermarkets to malls, public holiday trading hours this Monday will differ depending on the state and the store.

Commonwealth Bank has now resolved a major outage impacting online services that left customers furious.

A father of two who was found dead in a workshop was assaulted before he died, a post-mortem has revealed.

Kane Swift assaulted his brother during a wild melee and then botched the getaway, driving into a tree. But there is a bigger and darker allegation still hanging over the case.

There's been a new development in the case of a private school teacher accused of sexually abusing an underage boy.

Drivers are reminded that double-demerit points come into effect in parts of Australia across the October long weekend.

A huge rescue operation is under way at an iconic Australian wilderness destination after two hikers suffering hypothermia did one thing.

After two weeks of delay, there has reportedly been a breakthrough on a major defence pact with Australia's closest neighbour.

The man who drowned in a river while trying to rescue two children struggling in the water has been identified.

The accused killer of a longtime friend, for whom he once served as a groomsman, has appeared in court more than two years after the alleged crime.

Commonwealth Bank has been hit by a major outage impacting online services and leaving customers furious.

A major cash problem has threatened an Australian state in recent months, forcing police to intervene.

Retail giant Coles has confirmed some of its customers have been ensnared in Optus' rolling triple-0 nightmare.

Sydney pub baron Jon Adgemis has declared bankruptcy owing $1.8bn, just one day before the tax office planned to pursue him over a $162m bill.

New images have been released as the desperate search for a little boy missing on a remote property for almost a week ramps up.

The rapper is wanted over a fatal daylight hit at a service station, but he is suspected to have fled the country.

There has been a major update in the triple murder that shocked Australia, as mushroom cook Erin Patterson looks to appeal her convictions.

A 22-year-old man was shot outside a busy shopping centre in broad daylight, in what police have said was a targeted" attack.

Major cities are bracing for soaring spring temperatures today, with highs set to push 35C and fire warnings in place.

Rugby league's biggest stars traded their boots for black tie as they arrived at the 2025 Dally M Awards.

The pursuit was captured on video, and uploaded to social media by a passenger in the car.

Mushroom killer Erin Patterson has just days left to appeal her triple murder conviction, with her lawyers set to front court on Thursday and possibly seek a crucial deadline extension.

Police have moved the search for Australia's most wanted fugitive to a new location, despite announcing plans to scale back the massive manhunt.

In a big update, the NT Police have reclassified the death of a 52-year-old woman as suspicious', with officers calling on the public to help them in their investigation.

Major cities are bracing for soaring spring temperatures, with highs set to push 35C and fire warnings in place.

A former minister and federal hopeful has landed himself a new gig that a former opponent says does not pass the pub test".

Police fear the worst in the search for a four-year-old missing in remote South Australia, even as a new find gives searchers hope.

Support for One Nation has doubled since the federal election putting the right-wing party's primary vote above the Greens, according to new polling.

First-home buyers can now get onto the property ladder with a deposit of as little as 5 per cent. But not everyone says it is a good thing.

NSW top cop Mal Lanyon makes a vow on his first day in the job.