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Australian government’s huge move on Royals
It's taken a while, but the Australian government has made a huge change in parliament about Queen Elizabeth II.
Man flogs grocery truck in wild chase scenes
In bizarre and shocking scenes, a man allegedly stole a Woolworths truck and smashed into four parked cars as he led police on a wild chase.
‘Apology’ after 70yo slept on hospital floor
A 70-year-old man pictured sleeping on the floor of a busy hospital has been issued an apology" amid calls for an urgent review.
Big issue looming in HECS debt vow
The opposition has hinted it could cause trouble for Labor's signature policy slashing student debts by 20 per cent.
‘Fiery’: Excuse for comments dividing Nats
Two senior Nationals went rogue when they gave an interview undermining embattled leader David Littleproud.
‘Cut’: Big move after alleged childcare abuse
Labor is proposing changes that could cut federal funds to childcare centres after horrific allegations of abuse.
‘Insane’: Barnaby’s backbench rebellion
The man leading a backbench rebellion in the Coalition on net zero has explained why he is doing it.
Jet ski crash leaves 15yo dead, arm severed
Police have shared horror details of a jet ski crash that took the life of a teen and seriously injured another, praising officers for their heroic' actions to save the boys.
AFP warns of bizarre money mule crime wave
Australians have been given a bizarre warning with police urging people to stop renting out their bank accounts to criminals.
Spending surges on RBA rate cut hopes
Australian shoppers spent an astonishing amount online, with end of financial year sales and rate cut hopes driving customer demand.
‘Horrible’: Nurses plea after 70yo slept on floor
A nurse at one of Australia's busiest hospitals has made a desperate plea after disturbing images were revealed.
Huge test for Albo’s second-term agenda
The Albanese government's ability to follow through on its big election promises is about to be tested.
New details after protest injury
New details have been revealed after former Greens candidate Hannah Thomas was seriously injured in an altercation with police at a protest.
Jet ski crash leaves 15yo dead, arm severed
A shocking jet ski accident on a river in Sydney's south has left a 15-year-old boy dead and a 14-year-old boy seriously injured.
Greens vow to slash homebuyer tax benefit
The Greens will continue calls to end two key tax benefits for property investors, with the diminished minor party looking to rebuild after a near election wipe-out.
Reality star’s trial dates locked in
A Netflix star is set to face court in the Northern Territory over three conspiracy charges following the death of his co-star.
Dutton defeater’s tribute to late son
The single mum who defeated Peter Dutton in his long-held seat of Dickson has honoured her late 19-year-old son who died of leukaemia in 2024.
Update in search for man’s missing head
Police have given a major update in the search for a man's remains after his partner, a former reality TV star and model, was charged with murder.
Teen kills grandmother during carjacking
A teenager has admitted to stabbing a beloved grandmother to death while trying to carjack her in the underground carpark of a shopping centre.
Body found in drain at train station
A body has been found in a stormwater drain at a train station in NSW.
‘Tough call’ made after businessman’s death
The wealthy family of a slain businessman has been forced to make a tough call" on their future, and they've done it with heavy hearts".
Dad, 37, dies while playing with kids
A family's seaside holiday has ended in unimaginable heartbreak after their devoted father died suddenly while playing with his kids.
Who is the worst Australian Prime Minister of the 21st century?
Since 2000, seven politicians have led this country - and all were regrettable in different ways. But one man is remembered for all the wrong reasons.
Update in alleged daycare abuse case
Joshua Dale Brown was charged in May with more than 70 offences, including possessing child abuse material, and police said their investigation is continuing.
‘Heartbreaking’ pic of 70yo on hospital floor
Distressing images have revealed the sad reality" at one state's hospitals, with the Premier admitting they need to do better.
MP slams Labor for Algae “catastrophe”
An MP has slammed the Albanese government for falling short" on handling a crisis that is leaving thousands of animal carcasses washed up on beaches.
‘Horrific’: Labor defends call on algae crisis
The Albanese government has defended its response to the toxic algae bloom killing marine life and causing widespread devastation to one state's coastline.
Update in alleged daycare abuse case
Joshua Dale Brown was charged in May with more than 70 offences including possessing child abuse material, and police said their investigation is continuing.
Greens co-founder expelled from party after ‘queer cult’ claim
A huge row has erupted in the Greens over trans rights amid claims an intolerant trans and queer" cult has taken over the party.
‘Won’t hesitate’: Vow as parliament returns
With a pre-parliament mass done and dusted, Sussan Ley has wasted no time getting down to brass tacks.
‘Drop the knife’: Footage of Taser arrest
Video of a dramatic arrest has surfaced after police tasered a knife-wielding man who was behaving erratically.
Police find pic of kids ‘bound with duct tape’
Police say they have found an image of two young children bound with duct tape in a horrifying raid in Queensland.
Expert reveals secrets to flawless sleep
A new report has revealed the extent of Australia's silent sleep epidemic, with one expert offering simple fixes for the nation's most common sleeping difficulties.
‘Distressing’: Details of fatal plane crash
Two men killed in a horror light plane crash have been identified as experienced pilots, with grim new details of the tragedy now revealed.
Tassie in state of flux after snap election
More than 48 hours on from the start of counting, the next Tasmanian state parliament is looking very much like the last one, with no clear picture on who will lead it.
Lotto winner could miss $670,000 payout
One unwitting lottery winner has been sitting on a $670,000 ticket for almost seven years, but in three weeks it expires for good.
Uni professor erupts amid $100m job cuts
Staff are being worked to the bone" at the nation's most prestigious university, as one professor tees off on executives.
Dad, 37, dies while playing with kids
A family's seaside holiday has ended in unimaginable heartbreak after their devoted father died suddenly while playing with his kids.
Debt change to line student’s pockets
Labor is set to introduce one of its biggest election promises this week, and it would mean a huge debt cut for this group of Australians.
‘Chinese police’ busted in Aussie suburb
Police in Sydney's inner-west made a peculiar arrest on Friday after stopping a 21-year-old man armed to the teeth driving a black sedan.
‘Banned for life’: Mark Latham’s portrait at Parliament House to carry disclaimer
A portrait of Mark Latham at Parliament House will carry a new disclaimer, following a week of grotesque headlines.
Alleged A-League betting fraud players face court
An offer put forward by a soccer player charged over his alleged involvement in an A-League betting fraud scheme has been rejected by prosecutors, a court has been told.
Latham portrait to remain with one big change
Anthony Albanese has defended the decision to leave the portrait of Mark Latham in Labor's Parliament House party room, despite saying he should never have been leader.
Latham portrait to remain with one big change
Despite public objections from members, the portrait of Mark Latham will remain in Labor's Parliament House party room albeit with one major change.
‘Too long’: Plan to crack huge housing hurdle
Ahead of major Australian economic meetings next month, a big change to housing has been floated. This is how it could impact your future tax bills.
Permanent Bondi Westfield memorial revealed
A Sydney council is discussing a permanent memorial to the victims of the Bondi Westfield horror, with early plans for a garden space'.
‘Not my car’: Driver’s act after fatal hit
An elite private school graduate's callous act after killing a grandmother with his reprehensible" driving has been revealed at court.
Backpacker’s update after miracle rescue
German backpacker Carolina Wilga has given an update on her time in Australia, after she survived 12 days lost and alone in the outback.
‘High speed’: Horror details in fatal crash
Queensland Police have revealed horrific new details in the brutal head-on crash in central Queensland that took the lives of four people, including two children.
‘Still waiting’: Dad’s plea for missing son
A fresh appeal for information about a missing chef has been made 20 years after his mysterious disappearance.
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