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Australia at a ‘critical crossroads’ in working from home debate
Australia is at a turning point in the working from home debate, with some bosses considering taking a brutal step to get people back into the office.
Nurses walkout over pay dispute ‘disappointing’: government
A planned walkout by nurses and midwives in one Australian state has been slammed by an extremely concerned" government.
‘Exposed’: Bleak warning over Aussie interest rates
An economist has issued a dire prediction about the really dangerous" interest rates in Australia on the eve of the Reserve Bank's rates decision.
Multiple businesses completely destroyed by huge fire
Six light industrial businesses in Sydney's west have been completely destroyed by fire after a massive blaze tore through the area.
Major update in prison escapee search
Police have issued an update following an urgent alert to locate a man who escaped from police custody in Sydney's southwest.
Dunka Raymond Caldwell, also known as ‘Humdinger’, dead at 43
Sydney influencer known for his 330,000 followers as Humdinger" died after reportedly consuming cocaine laced with opioids.
‘Sickening’ attacks rock Aussie city
A series of sickening" alleged homophobic attacks have rocked one major Aussie city - with four teenagers arrested over accusations they lured gay men using dating apps.
Nurses walkout over pay dispute ‘disappointing’: government
A planned walkout by nurses and midwives in one Australian state has been slammed by an extremely concerned" government.
Surprise move from Aussie TV royalty
Logie winner Tony Armstrong has revealed a surprising career move outside of his life on camera - joining a recent trend among Australia's television royalty.
Twist after fatal crash driver’s charges dropped
Victorian prosecutors have revealed they will review the decision to dismiss charges against a diabetic driver over a pub crash that killed five people.
Howard’s brutal call on Trump
Former prime minister John Howard has slammed Donald Trump, saying he is not compatible" with democracy while also taking a shot at Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.
Flight paths set without consideration of affected communities
A Senate inquiry has been told flight paths in Australia have been set without consultation to affected communities below, with some still living under unacceptable noise levels.
Urgent search for police escapee
An urgent alert has been issued to locate a man who escaped from police custody in Sydney's southwest.
‘Unacceptable’: Uni boss makes apology
The vice-chancellor of one of the country's biggest universities has issued an apology over what has been called unacceptable" anti-Semitism expressed during an eight-week protest.
Nurses walkout over pay dispute ‘disappointing’: government
A planned walkout for 24-hours by nurses and midwives across one Australian state has been slammed by the government as disappointing".
‘Thought it was just $11’: Sydney mum’s reaction to $22 million Powerball win
A mum who thought she'd only won $11 in Thursday's Powerball has shared her reaction to pocketing millions more.
Usyd boss ‘sorry’ over Palestine encampments
The vice-chancellor of the University of Sydney has apologised for the unacceptable" anti-Semitism which followed a eight-week protest.
Nurses’ union’s big call over pay dispute
Nurses and midwives will strike for 24 hours in one Australian state following a breakdown in pay negotiations.
Cops’ two year search for alleged DV offender
A man has been extradited two years after allegedly threatening a woman known to him before leaving the state.
Expert’s huge call on Aussie interest rates
Leading Australian economists say the RBA will deliver a gift to cash-strapped households in February, but one key player is holding firm on a rate cut this year.
Nightmare after boy mauled by dog
A young boy has been left with horrific wounds to his eye, ear, and forehead after he was attacked by a rescue dog.
‘Exposed’: Bleak warning over Aussie interest rates
An economist has warned Australia has been left exposed to inflation that's really destructive" on the eve of RBA's next rates decision.
State’s shock social housing figure
A year ago, one Australian Premier said the status quo is not an option' as he unveiled a major housing plan. Since then rents are up 13 per cent.
Cocaine Cassie reveals huge ‘secret’
Cassie Sainsbury, who served three years in a Columbian jail after being caught with 5.8kg of cocaine, has revealed a massive secret" to her 31.5k+ Instagram followers.
Millions of Australians to get cash boost
More than five million Aussies will get an increase to their fortnightly payments as of Friday - with some now set to pocket up to $41.50 every two weeks.
Stepdad’s sick act before toddler’s murder
A man has learned his fate for the monstrous murder and torture of his then-girlfriend's toddler, with a judgement revealing his sick and monstrous acts on the little girl. WARNING: GRAPHIC
How to get a new home with just $10,000
A new win-win' homebuying scheme backed by one of Australia's biggest lenders can get property seekers into a home for as little as $10,000.
State Aussies are fleeing from in droves
Residents of one Aussie state are leaving in droves as they flock to other parts of the country and overseas.
‘Really upset’: Fury over pub crash verdict
Family members of one of the five people killed in a horrific pub crash have voiced their outrage after the diabetic driver behind the wheel at the time had his charges dropped at court.
Government increases rent assistance by 10 per cent to benefit low-income families
Those receiving rent assistance will now benefit from the first-ever back-to-back increase.
AFL legend accused of child sex abuse
A court has granted more time to consider a case against disgraced AFL legend Barry Cable.
Ex denies killing teacher’s aide: court
The family of a slain teacher's aide broke into tears as a court was told her ex-boyfriend was planning to fight a murder charge.
Alarming figure ahead of RBA rate decision
While August's labour force data revealed Australia's unemployment rate remained steady, it dashed hopes of a RBA rate cut on Tuesday.
Albo’s big plan to win over mums and dads
New parents will score a superannuation boost from next year under legislation that just passed the Senate.
Major cash boost for Aussie families
Women who give birth to or adopt babies after July 1 next year will be eligible for an increased cash boost aimed at lowering the motherhood tax".
Charges dropped for fatal pub crash driver
The case against a diabetic driver accused of negligence after a horror crash killed five people has been dropped.
Massive ‘rort’ that ‘should be illegal’
Aussies are being slugged ridiculous" fees on a daily basis - and according to Caleb Bond, it's all part of a nasty legal scam".
US cuts interest rates: Will Australia be next?
The US Federal Reserve has voted to lower interest rates in a sign that the war on inflation is finally coming to an end. And it could be good news for every Aussie homeowner.
Homeowner’s bold act to stop pesky punters
The homeowner has tried many ways to deter the revellers but nothing has worked. That was until he created the tinkler sprinkler".
AFL legend accused of child sex abuse
A disgraced AFL legend needs more time to consider charges over historical child sexual abuse claims, a court has been told.
Australia’s insane HECS debt figure revealed
New data has revealed the grim situation too many Australians are currently facing, with the number of six-figure HECS debts skyrocketing.
Ex denies killing teacher’s aide: court
The ex-boyfriend of a slain teacher's aide has revealed plans to fight allegations he murdered Hannah McGuire, a court has been told.
Tragedy as two killed in fiery crash
Two people have died after a car smashed into a tree before bursting into flames.
250 residents forced to flee apartment
There were chaotic scenes in Sydney's southwest as residents were forced to flee their homes in the middle of the night.
Ex denies killing teacher’s aide: court
The ex-boyfriend of a slain teacher's aide has revealed plans to fight the charges, a court has been told.
Albo’s big plan to win over mums and dads
A $5 billion plan to help Aussie parents is on the agenda in the lead up to the next election - here's what you need to know.
State’s apology over horrific hate crimes
One state has issued a sombre apology after a Special Commission of Inquiry delivered its horrific final report into unsolved historic suspected hate crime deaths.
Fatal pub crash driver to learn trial fate
A diabetic driver will learn if he will stand trial over the deaths of five people outside a regional pub after his lawyers argued there was no case to answer".
Kids News: New Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee champs crowned
After over 70,000 student registrations, three riveting rounds and every state and territory in Australia joining the hive, it's time to meet the national champions of the 2024 PM's Spelling Bee.
Worst car crash hotspots in Aus revealed
Australia's worst car crash hotspots have been revealed, along with the age group considered most dangerous behind the wheel.
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