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Man drives off jetty during police stand-off
A man in his 30s has been taken to hospital after he drove his Jeep off a jetty during a suspenseful police stand-off.
Brave parents fight after toddler dies
Grieving parents have called for urgent reform of NSW's hospital escalation system after the death of their two-year-old son, prompting the Health Minister to promise statewide changes.
Model threw lamp at ex’s head at busy restaurant
Her ex-boyfriend was dining with another woman when the model grabbed a lamp from a restaurant table and hurled it at his face.
Crane tips, crushing cars at university
Alarming scenes have unfolded in a university carpark after a crane tipped over, crushing vehicles.
Fire bombings target businesses
A tobacco store was fire bombed in Tullamarine overnight as police investigate the fifth suspicious blaze at a Williamstown ice cream store.
How to vote early this federal election
Record numbers of Australians have already cast their votes in Saturday's federal election - here's how you can get yours in early too.
Horror moment woman dragged underwater
GoPro footage has captured a woman spearfishing off a remote West Australian beach being dragged underwater by a tiger shark.
‘Proof’: Jim’s big boast ahead of vote
Jim Chalmers has made one last boast before Aussies head to the polls on Saturday.
Warning to Aussies amid fears of Covid spike
Australians are being urged to protect themselves and their loved ones this winter amid reports a new Covid variant is on the rise.
Federal election live: ‘Tiger King’ Joe Exotic endorses Anthony Albanese for Prime Minister
Senator Jacqui Lambie has labelled unsolicited political texts absolute filth", warning no major Australian parties are above the loathed campaign practice.
Bondi attack victim’s desperate question
A paramedic called to the scene of the fatal Bondi attack revealed Dawn Singleton had asked for an ambulance as paramedics were left feeling inadequate" outside.
Why in-laws allegedly invited to lunch: court
Prosecutors have told Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial the alleged reason four of her in-laws were invited to the fatal lunch.
Major change for one group of drivers
Many drivers could be deemed unlicensed without even realising it after a major change takes effect on Australian roads.
‘How dare you’: Fury at spa owner’s video
A Northern Territory business owner has backflipped after posting a video claiming sugar addiction" was linked to an alleged local murder.
One group that could decide the Australian federal election
With the federal election on our doorstep, there is one group that could decide Australia's future.
Federal election live: ‘Tiger King’ Joe Exotic endorses Anthony Albanese for Prime Minister
The controversial Netflix star has chimed in with his take on the federal election, sharing an unexpected post to his social media accounts.
Federal election live: Clare O’Neil, Jane Hume’s fiery exchange over Peter Dutton’s young voter comments
Housing Minister Clare O'Neil and Shadow Finance Minister Jane Hume came to blows over Peter Dutton's it's not you, it's me" comments about young voters.
Albo ‘expects’ call from Donald Trump after election
Anthony Albanese says he expects a call from Donald Trump if he wins Saturday's federal election, as he prepares to address the National Press Club.
Spa owner smashed over Insta rant
A Northern Territory business owner has backflipped after posting a video claiming sugar addiction" was linked to an alleged local murder.
Mushroom murder trial to hear Crown’s case
The trial of alleged triple killer Erin Patterson is set to hear the prosecution case against the mother of two and her response to the allegations.
Risk of ‘catastrophic consequence’ in Bondi attack
A directive that could have had a catastrophic consequence' in the Bondi Junction attack is under the microscope at an inquest.
Big problem with Albo’s electorate
Labor wants to win a majority government, but new data shows it already represents half of Australia's least affordable areas to live in.
‘No creativity’: Coalition’s housing crisis fix
The Coalition says it has a way to get hundreds of thousands of aspiring homeowners on the property ladder with one quick change.
Federal election live: Donald Trump confirms Anthony Albanese has been ‘calling’
The US President said he's yet to take Anthony Albanese's call, confirming he's aware the Prime Minister has been trying to contact him.
Spa owner smashed over Insta rant
A Northern Territory business owner has apologised after posting a video claiming sugar addiction was behind the alleged murder of Linford Feick.
Albanese, Dutton campaign on day 33 of May 3 election
Anthony Albanese will step away from blitzing marginal seats to take centre stage at a traditional pre-election event Peter Dutton is expected to shun.
Mushroom murder trial to hear crown’s case
The trial of alleged triple-killer Erin Patterson is set to hear the prosecution case against the mother-of-two and her response to the allegations.
‘Just horrific’: Dutton recounts dark memory
Peter Dutton has shared a traumatic memory from his time as a police officer - in the name of highlighting an important challenge Australia faces.
Chilling gunshot message sent to candidate
A candidate competing in the federal election says he has been sent a disturbing audio message featuring the sound of gunshots.
Former CFMEU bosses plead guilty to bribery
Father and son duo and former leaders of the NSW CFMEU branch Darren and Michael Greenfield have admitted to accepting bribes in a Sydney court.
‘Dumb and dangerous’: The Barefoot Investor slams Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton
One of Australia's top finance gurus has torn shreds off Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese's key policies.
Teens among hikers winched to safety
A 14-year-old girl was treated for hypothermia after a group of hikers were stranded overnight in Morton National Park by heavy rain and fog.
Body found on a boat on major city river
Major crime detectives have launched an investigation after a body was discovered on a boat moored on a river in a major city.
Awkward detail in Liberals’ election campaign
An uncomfortable truth has lingered over the Liberal Party campaign.
Woman fatally scalded in 60C bath
A vulnerable young woman who was non-verbal and had multiple disabilities was fatally scalded during a bath in 2022.
Chilling gunshot message sent to candidate
A disturbing audio message of gunshots has been sent to a candidate competing in the federal election.
Big election issue for young voters revealed
Gen Z and Millennial voters are now the largest voting block in Australia and a new poll has delivered a clear warning to the major parties about what they want.
Alleged ‘body box’ killer’s police claim
The mother of a woman found dead in a body box" on a balcony has appeared at court, telling a jury how her daughter would tell her she was safe" every day.
Alleged ‘body box’ killer’s police claim
A man accused of murdering his flatmate and putting her body in a box allegedly told police he did not regret it' and asked if he was convincing', a court has heard.
Candidate under fire for wage comment
A Liberal candidate has come under fire for his comments about piece rates for fruit pickers.
AFL great Andrew Krakouer farewelled
Hundreds of mourners gathered at the Swan Districts Football Club to farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer, who died last month aged just 42.
Jury chosen for mushroom murder trial
The group of Victorians set to hear the crown case against alleged triple-killer Erin Patterson - and her response to the charges - has been determined.
Aussie restaurants named best in the world
Aussies don't have to go overseas for a good feed, as two local restaurants are now listed among the best in the world.
Virgin boss’ next move revealed
Jayne Hrdlicka has confirmed her next move after stepping down as Virgin Australia chief executive.
Tragic truth hidden inside this seemingly ordinary public phone in Melbourne’s inner-city
This stock-standard public phone in Melbourne's inner-north hides a dark secret that shows these symbols of yesteryear are far from obsolete.
How jury will be picked for mushroom murder trial
The process of selecting the jury to hear the trial of accused triple-murderer Erin Patterson has begun. Here's how it will unfold.
‘Grating’: Former PM Tony Abbott denounces Welcome to Country ceremonies
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has weighed in on the Welcome to Country debate, taking aim at the major airlines.
Virginia Giuffre’s lawyer makes bombshell claim about her shock death
The barrister representing Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre has sensationally cast doubt on the trafficking survivor's cause of death.
Joel Evans’ fiance reveals pregnancy in heart breaking post
The fiancee of a motocross star killed in a horror crash has revealed her pregnancy in a heart breaking post mourning his death.
Cop breaks down over Bondi attack
A hero cop who shot Bondi killer Joel Cauchi has broken down as she spoke about the nightmare incident.
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