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ABC boss quits in bombshell email
The ABC's managing director David Anderson will depart the public broadcaster in early 2025, with staff informed of the news on Thursday.
Chalmers mum on aged care changes
Changes to aged care, which may see older Australians paying more, will have to wait for at least another fortnight as negotiations continue with the Coalition.
‘Shocking’: Home invasion horror revealed
The young man who threatened a pregnant mum with a knife to her throat in a brutal home invasion has responded to his out-of-control" behaviour.
Qantas, Virgin on notice after turmoil
Bonza's collapse and Rex's uncertain future has left a gap for consumers and given more power back to Qantas and Virgin airlines.
Update on young mum’s alleged murder
A man who allegedly murdered a young mother of one has returned to court amid calls for reforms to bail laws.
Last witness to be called in Higgins trial
The former AFP assistant commissioner has told the court Senator Linda Reynolds pointed out a couch and said it was where Brittany Higgins was allegedly sexually assaulted.
Callous statement after 8yo girl’s death
A woman charged over the death of a young girl whose insulin was allegedly withheld for days questioned how the child's death affected people who did not know the family.
Chalmers mum on aged care changes
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been unable to say when Labor would release details of the flagged changes to aged care, which may see older Australians paying more.
Neighbour saves family from house fire
A neighbour frantically banging on the windows of a burning house has saved the family of six inside.
ABC’s managing director resigns
The ABC's managing director David Anderson will depart the public broadcaster in early 2025, with staff informed of the news on Thursday.
‘No intention’ to take dying child to hospital
A woman charged over the death of a young girl whose insulin was withheld for days has revealed why members of a faith-healing sect did not take the child to hospital.
Simple question most Aussies can’t answer
A new survey has revealed the very simple question most Aussies can't answer - and it reveals an alarming truth about us all.
Farmers ‘disgusted’ over Albo joke
An off-the-cuff joke made by the Prime Minister at a prestigious agriculture awards dinner has left farmers feeling insulted.
Dire warning for ‘stagnant’ Aussie jobs
The Australian economy is growing at its slowest rate since a sharp recession in the early 1990s and it's particularly bad news for white-collar workers.
Major change flagged for divorce settlements
Instances of, or the risk of family violence will be a major consideration during separation and divorce proceedings, under proposed new laws.
The police mistake that has ‘terrible consequences’
Australia's top expert on domestic violence has handed down a daming report about the impact the abuse is having, and how some frontline services are causing harm".
Big change to Aussie parents’ super
Parents taking parental leave may not miss out on superannuation under a new legislation that offers security and rewards aspiration".
Major update after family torn apart by Blue Mountains landslide
The nation was left in shock after a rockfall in the Blue Mountains killed a nine-year-old boy and his father. Now, the family has taken the matter to the courts.
‘It was awful’: 11-year-old Australian girl Laila Johnson speaks out about London stabbing
The young girl stabbed in a random London attack last week is back home with an amazing tale of survival.
Big change to Aussie parents’ super
Parents taking parental leave may not miss out on superannuation under a signature proposal that offers security and rewards aspiration".
Burney: ‘History will be kind to the Voice’
In her valedictory speech to parliament, Linda Burney had an optimistic reflection on The Voice, saying it will be a catalyst" for change.
Girl stabbed in London speaks
The young girl stabbed in a random London attack last week is back home with an amazing tale of survival.
Domestic violence response needs same urgency as terrorism
Courts, police and services on the frontline of Australia's domestic violence crisis are causing harm," the nation's top expert has warned, in a plea for more resources to protect vulnerable women and children.
Major bank slashes fixed interest rates
Another of the major Aussie banks has cut mortgage rates, helping people scraping together repayments or a house deposit.
Dad’s charge dropped over son’s snake death
The case against a man who was charged with the manslaughter of his 11-year-old son after he was bitten by a snake has been dropped.
Jetstar faces class action over flight credits
Jetstar customers impacted by Covid-19 restrictions might be able to claim back their lost dollars after a class action was launched against the airline.
Heatwave could break winter records: BOM
Temperature records could be broken in the coming days as a winter heatwave' hits the country, bringing summery conditions.
Farmers ‘disgusted’ over Albo live export joke
An off-the-cuff joke made by the Prime Minister at a prestigious agriculture awards dinner has left farmers feeling insulted.
‘Terrible year’: Domino’s financials fall flat
Domino's investors opening the yearly results are having a tough time digesting the cold, soggy returns.
When alleged mushroom killer will face trial
There's been a new development in the case of alleged triple-murderer Erin Patterson, who faces allegations she poisoned her in-laws with a deadly lunch.
‘Intentional’: Mum’s horror act to 4 kids
A coroner has delivered bombshell findings into the death of a mum and her four children five years after they perished in a fiery head-on collision.
Sobbing mum’s admission about 4yo girl
The stepmother of a little girl who was allegedly malnourished and severely mistreated" before her death has made a tearful admission in court.
Businessman jailed over horror stash
A renowned business leader has copped a massive jail sentence for his depraved acts, after police found 2451 files of child exploitation material in his possession.
Major deal struck to taper ballooning NDIS
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten has achieved a deal with the states and territories, guaranteeing the passage of major reforms to the disability scheme.
‘Energy superpower’: Big plan for Australia
A major new project in the Northern Territory will set Australia on a path to becoming a renewable energy superpower".
Big four bank cuts rates
Another of the major Aussie banks has cut mortgage rates, helping people scraping together repayments or a house deposit.
Odd reason for alleged gun smuggler’s visit
A woman who allegedly smuggled a gold-plated firearm into Australia has told a court her unusual reason for arriving here.
Sovereign citizen taunts cops from ‘superyacht’
A controversial sovereign citizen has filmed another bizarre interaction with police harassing" him while behind the wheel of a boat.
Whiskey sold at Dan Murphy’s recalled
The liquor sold across Australia has been urgently recalled because of undeclared allergy concerns.
‘Most dangerous place’: Reality of DV crisis
Australia is set to get its first report card into a 10-year plan to end gendered violence against women and children.
‘Doing nothing is not an option’: Dire warning on Australia’s worsening housing crisis
Australia is in the grips of a worsening crisis that's affecting more and more people - and experts warn urgent action is needed to avoid catastrophe.
Flights slashed to $34 in major sale
The budget airline has launched a major sale on domestic and international fares, with flights to one Aussie hotspot starting from just $34.
Alleged gun smuggler’s bizarre Google search
A woman who allegedly smuggled a gold-plated firearm into Australia had Googled can I have a gun my suitcase", a court has been told.
Mystery as body found in unit
Police have launched an investigation after a body was found in a unit block. A crime scene has been established.
Luckiest lotto numbers revealed
Australian lottery trends have been revealed ahead of this week's $100m jackpot, with some postcodes appearing to be winner hotspots.
Bluesfest drops line-up for last festival
Iconic Australian festival Bluesfest has released the first group of artists tipped to perform at its last ever event.
Tough new plan for MPs behaving badly
MPs could face big fines and suspensions under a tough new proposal to crack down on bad behaviour in parliament.
BHP eyes off Indonesia after WA collapse
Australia's biggest mining company is reportedly looking at Indonesia's nickel industry following the shut down of its vast nickel operations in Australia.
Shock twist in ‘trout sex’ case
Ashley David Hallam has fronted court accused of filming and distributing a viral trout sex video.
Devastation as star journalist dies in crash
A respected sports reporter is being remembered by the AFL community after he died following a traffic collision.
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