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Blow to Pauline Hanson after state’s last One Nation member quits
The last member of One Nation in one Australian state has resigned in a major blow to leader, Pauline Hanson.
New theory on what caused fatal bus crash
A new theory has emerged about the possible cause of the fatal bus crash that saw one man die and 13 passengers injured in a tragic start to the holidays.
‘Weeks’: Christmas warning as fires blaze
Bushfire conditions are expected to worsen in the coming days as temperatures soar across Victoria, after residents were evacuated from homes overnight.
‘What you pay for’: Update on airline crackdown
Details are emerging about a charter of rights for airline passengers, with carriers facing a mandate to pay out for long delays.
Worrying trend emerges days before Xmas
As people complete their last-minute online shopping in the weeks leading up to the festive season, a worrying trend has emerged in a major Australian city.
Australians are getting rich using car sharing platform Turo
Australians are criminally neglecting a common household item that could be making them rich.
Mystery as woman found dead on street
Two men believed to have chased a woman down a suburban street shooting a gun and killing her are at large, as police race to solve the baffling crime.
Nazis ran off after ‘disgusting’ sign: cops
A group of 20 masked men ran away" after they were confronted holding an anti-Semitic sign by the community and police.
Major plea over crippling Aussie beer tax
Aussie brewers are calling on the government to follow their UK counterparts and slash a controversial tax they say is crippling the industry.
Man killed after fall during police operation
A man has died after he was seriously injured after falling from a building during a police operation.
Cop allegedly attacked with ‘sword’
A female police officer has been airlifted to hospital after she was allegedly attacked with a sword, and a man has been charged with attempted murder.
‘Unrest’ after man killed in suspected group attack
Police say the community is right to feel unrest" after deadly brawl involving up to 40 people, as family and friends begin to mourn.
Sea rescue hours after horror drowning
Three people have been rescued after their boat capsized hours after a woman died after being pulled from the surf by a teenage surf lifesaver.
Bus driver dead, 13 passengers injured
New details have emerged after a bus driver was killed and 13 passengers were injured in a tragic crash at the start of the holidays.
Chaotic scenes as city gripped by rail dispute
Commuters have been ensnared in further chaos as they head to two major Christmas events amid industrial action that resulted in hundreds of train services being cancelled.
Cop allegedly attacked with ‘sword’
A female police officer has been airlifted to hospital after she was allegedly attacked with a sword.
Moment 8yo rescued after alleged abduction
Footage has captured the chilling moment an eight-year-old girl was rescued after she was allegedly abducted.
Bombshell Aussie move against pharma giant Johnson & Johnson
A major pharmaceutical giant known for its extensive catalogue of healthcare products has been sued over claims it sold Aussies dud cold and flu medications.
‘Leave now’: Bushfire triples in size
Locals have been told to leave now' as a bushfire tripled in size overnight.
Bus driver dead, 13 passengers injured
A bus driver has died and at least 13 passengers were injured in a horror crash at the start of the holidays.
Teen’s brave act before horror drowning
A teenage surf lifesaver rushed to help a woman who tragically drowned at a popular beach, as volunteers mark a grim start to the Christmas period.
Train strike threatens carols, races
Sydneysiders heading to two Christmas events are being warned of huge delays after hundreds of train trips have been cancelled.
Holiday horror after woman dies at unpatrolled beach
A woman has died in a horror incident at a popular beach as thousands flock to the coast for the start of Christmas period.
Shock Maccas move exposes Aussie shame
A controversial new security feature spotted at a McDonald's restaurant notorious for antisocial behaviour has exposed an ugly reality faced by fast-food workers.
Pair arrested after man killed in ‘brawl’
Family and friends of a man killed in what police suspect was a targeted group attack have shed tears as flowers were laid in Melbourne.
Grim update as ASX sell-off continues
The ASX has tumbled to a new low after markets continued to sell off, with investors factoring in a less-than-favourable decision in the US.
Bus driver dead, 13 passengers injured
A bus driver has died and several passengers injured in a horror crash at the start of the holidays.
Train strike threatens carols, races
Sydneysiders heading to two Christmas events are being warned of delays after 18 train trips were cancelled.
‘Utterly terrifying’ detail of mum’s murder
The full force of the law was not enough" to protect a woman from a vicious and entirely merciless" attack that orphaned her daughters last year.
‘Inappropriate’ act over top cop’s dead son
Eight health staff have quit and another 10 have been reprimanded for an appalling act directed at a teenager with a high-profile father.
Police issue warning to parents over dangerous Christmas gift
Police in one state have issued a warning to parents over a popular Christmas present that has had a 300 per cent increase in fatalities over the last year.
Boy critical after being struck by car
A child has been rushed to hospital with possibly life-threatening" injuries after being struck by a car.
Hint on Australia’s new cash rules
Australian businesses are getting an idea of what could be exempt from new cash protections, set to be brought in by early 2026.
Christmas 2024 trading hours revealed
The holiday season is fast approaching, and in case you've forgotten any last-minute gifts or need to grab extra food, here's what shops will be open during the festive period.
Wild twist in Bali Nine member’s return
There's been a wild twist in the remaining Bali Nine members returning to their home states, with police confirming they are aware" of an outstanding arrest warrant.
Pharma giant accused of duping Aussies
A major pharmaceutical giant known for its extensive catalogue of healthcare products has been sued over claims it sold Aussies dud cold and flu medications.
‘Death spiral’: Peter Dutton’s grim prediction for Anthony Albanese
As the PM distances himself from a controversial nuclear power ad, Peter Dutton has come out swinging with a bold prediction.
Huge update after dad’s alleged cancer scam
The father who allegedly shaved his son's head in a grotesque $60,000 cancer scam has been blocked from seeing his children.
Kickboxer’s Thai jail ordeal after man’s death
A kickboxer involved in the murder of a father of two was tortured in a Thai jail after his arrest over another man's death, a court has been told.
CEO of high-end brand calls time
The boss of one of Australia's leading luxury personal products brands has quit after 20 years and is taking a sabbatical".
New delay in alleged Russian spies’ case
A former ADF member accused of spying on Australia for Russia is facing significant" delays in the case against her, a court was told.
Crack in Dutton’s controversial flag call
A Liberal backbencher has made a surprising move after Peter Dutton's controversial election pledge to roll back Indigenous flags.
Bali Nine member’s swanky new digs
The remaining Bali Nine members are back in their home states, and one member's new digs look quite different to his old prison cell.
‘Stinks’: Ire after major coalmines decision
Labor has been accused of pushing koalas to further extinction after extending four coalmines in a move described as dumping the rubbish on Christmas eve".
’Worse’: Warning amid train strike chaos
Strikes are threatening to plunge holiday travel plans into chaos, as one major airport braces for possibly record-breaking numbers.
Man charged with 8yo girl’s abduction
Police have issued a major update in the alleged abduction of an eight-year-old girl after a statewide amber alert was issued.
Kids News young journalists crowned
Young newshounds hope to one day pursue journalism as a career, they share their passion for storytelling.
Police negotiate with man in crane
Police negotiated with an at-times naked man for more than five hours in a siege at a construction site following a suspicious fire.
Famed Aussie cartoonist dies aged 79
Leunig passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday.
Police negotiate with man in crane
Police have been negotiating with an at-times naked man in a crane after emergency services were called to a suspicious fire.
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