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‘By the hour’: State’s hospital crisis exposed
Hospital emergency rooms are being monitored by the hour' in one state, as a damning report exposes major capacity issues.
Second death at factory in 6 years
An apprentice has been killed at an engineering factory, making it the second workplace fatality to occur at the same business in six years.
Bid to shutter clothing giant dismissed
A legal bid to have an iconic Australian clothing retailer forced into liquidation has been thrown out of court.
Over 100 children tested for tuberculosis
Health authorities have set up a temporary clinic to test children and staff following a tuberculosis incident at a childcare centre.
Hooded figure seen before woman hit by BMW
CCTV footage has captured the moments before a woman was hit by her stolen BMW, with neighbours recalling waking up to screaming.
Man charged with shock primary school act
The 86-year-old man allegedly targeted young girls at a primary school in an inner Sydney suburb.
Man jailed for impregnating 13yo ‘partner’
A man has been jailed for raping and impregnating a 13-year-old girl promised to him as part of a family arrangement".
Shock call on state’s children's guardian
A high-ranking public servant responsible for children's services has been sacked over a significant transgression".
Images capture Dezi Freeman standoff that left two cops dead
Harrowing 27-minute footage has captured the tense police standoff with Dezi Freeman at a remote Porepunkah property - and the moment shots ring out leaving two police officers dead.
Plea to young Aussies before Schoolies season
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has demanded answers from Laos over the deaths of two Aussie teens while launching a new safety hub to prevent future poisonings.
Homeless man in coma after brutal assault
A homeless man is fighting for his life after a woman allegedly attacked him, beating him and stealing his bag.
NAB joins ANZ in jobs bloodbath
Banking giant NAB faces backlash over plans to eliminate 410 local tech jobs while expanding its presence in Asia.
‘Nation-leading’ reform to protect state's kids
Childcare sectors will face monster fines and be subject to tough new laws and parents given more transparency under nation-leading" reforms in one state.
Woman hit by own BMW in brazen theft
A woman has been run down as she tried to stop car thieves stealing her luxury car in an elite Brisbane suburb.
‘Ludicrous’: Premier accused of going MIA
One state's leader has been accused of going missing in action" as a bitter row erupts over a controversial strategy after two boys' violent deaths.
Grim weather warning for millions of Aussies
Wind, not floods or fires, has emerged as Australia's costliest natural hazard with NRMA reporting a 32 per cent surge in weather-related claims this year.
Billionaire’s multimillion legal bill for BRS case
The legal bill for Australia's most decorated soldier's failed attempt to clear his name after losing a defamation case has been revealed.
Images capture Dezi Freeman standoff that left two cops dead
Harrowing 27-minute footage has emerged of the tense police standoff with Dezi Freeman at a remote Porepunkah property - and the moment shots ring out killing two police officers.
Plea to young Aussies before Schoolies season
School leavers have been urged to access a new platform after the tragic deaths of two Melbourne teens from methanol poisoning in Laos.
‘Shocking:’ Tyre shop and cars engulfed in flames
A worker has been rushed to hospital after a tyre shop caught fire and several cars became engulfed in flames.
Aussies wipe $274m from credit cards
One move proved very popular when tax returns landed in most Aussies' bank accounts.
How koala park could make millions
A massive new national park aimed at protecting koalas could generate hundreds of millions of dollars, new modelling has revealed.
Rapist identified decades after abduction
A plumber involved in the horrific gang rape of a teenager nearly four decades ago only came to the attention of police after a drunken car crash.
Family’s touching message after shark death
The avid surfer was remembered as a hero" and a family man" after he was tragically killed by a shark over the weekend.
Porepunkah gunman manhunt continues
Police have issued a new warning for travellers as the search for accused gunman Dezi Freeman remains targeted in thick bushland around his semi-rural home.
Ex-PwC boss barred over tax leak scandal
The former chief executive who oversaw the consulting giant during a tax leak scandal has been black-listed by the board in charge of tax agents.
Porepunkah gunman manhunt continues
The continuing hunt for sovereign citizen gunman Dezi Freeman remains targeted in thick bushland around his semi-rural home.
No porn without ID in new Aussie rules
Australia is preparing to ban kids from accessing porn sites, with tough new age verification laws set to roll out within months.
Higgins ordered to pay whopping legal bills
The WA Supreme Court has ordered Brittany Higgins to cover most of Linda Reynolds legal costs in their blockbuster defamation case.
Man charged over mosque bomb hoax threat
A man charged over a bomb hoax at a mosque faces a fresh delay in his case after his first mental health assessment was deemed incomplete".
Wild weather system set to lash Australia
Australia is bracing for a turbulent week of weather, with forecasters warning of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and even snow.
Qantas drops massive Americas sale
Aussie jetsetters can now book flights to iconic North American destinations for under $1000 as Qantas launches one of its biggest international sales.
Bruce Lehrmann reveals ‘personal turmoil’ over corruption probe
Bruce Lehrmann has revealed a secret corruption investigation into whether he stole sensitive documents is at the centre of his new legal fight.
‘Shortsighted’: Wind farm move slammed
A federal minister has slammed Queensland's decision to block major wind farm projects, warning it threatens industry jobs and investment.
Banks threaten card hikes over RBA changes
Major banks have threatened to cut credit card benefits for millions of Australians in response to the RBA's proposed ban on transaction surcharges.
‘Hugely important’ change for DV survivors
Victim-survivors of domestic violence will soon have greater power to leave unsafe homes under one state's new rental reforms.
‘Super’ group to halt Aussie school dropouts
Education Minister Jason Clare says the heavy lifting" to boost year 12 completion rates will need to be done at public schools.
Major update after AusPost bombshell
Australia Post has shared a major update after halting deliveries to the United States over changes to customs and import tariff rules.
Albo’s big admission on key deal
The PM has made a major admission on a deal with one of Australia's Pacific neighbours, amid fears of Chinese attempts to undercut Canberra in the region.
Grim issue causing Albo ‘distress’
Anthony Albanese says suspected cop killer Dezi Freeman is a worrying sign of a much bigger problem.
Forgotten fridge ticket unlocks $20m win
A forgotten lotto ticket stuck to a fridge has turned an ordinary couple into $20 million Powerball winners.
Price ‘welcomed’ to rejoin Nats
The Prime Minister has demanded an apology from Senator Price over hurtful" Indian migrant claims, with questions raised on if she will return to the National party.
ANZ to cut 4500 jobs by September 2026
ANZ will cut 3500 jobs and 1000 contractor roles over the next 12 months, as part of major changes to simplify the bank'.
‘Hugely important’ change for DV survivors
Victim-survivors of domestic violence will soon have greater power to leave unsafe homes under one state's new rental reforms.
Patterson’s wealth the next court battle
Condemned to spend at least the next three decades behind bars, Erin Patterson will likely" next face a court battle over the home she once hoped to grow old in.
Grim prediction for your job prospects
Australian workers face the second-highest level of planned redundancies on record, as employers struggle to find staff with the right skill sets.
NSW man charged with displaying Nazi flag
A 19-year-old from country NSW will face court for allegedly waving a Nazi flag in public.
Price ‘welcomed’ to rejoin Nats
As the Prime Minister demands an apology for hurtful" Indian migrant claims, a Nationals senator said he'd welcome Jacinta Price back to his party.
ANZ to cut 3500 jobs by September 2026
ANZ will cut 3500 jobs over the next 12 months, as part of major changes to simplify the bank'.
Streets closed as gunman on run in Sydney
Streets in a Western Sydney suburb have been closed and people warned to stay away after shots were fired into a home with three people inside.
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