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Updated 2025-06-08 06:34
Popular kids’ item pulled from shelves
A popular children's hoodie has been urgently recalled from Spotlight stores over safety fears.
Question alleged mushroom killer ‘never asked’
A question Erin Patterson never asked' as people laid dying in hospital from an allegedly poisoned mushroom lunch left her husband intrigued' a jury has heard.
Major update in wife’s mower murder case
An air force pilot charged with the murder of his wife after allegedly staging it to look like a ride-on mower accident" has secured a major court win.
’Pretty paranoid’: Journo takes stand in BRS case
Nine reporter Nick McKenzie took his time to answer questions as he sat across from the former soldier dubbed a war criminal off the back of his reporting.
How to vote in the federal election
Millions of Aussies will head to polling booths on Saturday to cast their votes in the federal election. Here's everything you need to know to make your voice count.
Federal election 2025 live: Julian Assange endorses Anthony Albanese
The notoriously private WikiLeaks founder has delivered his verdict on who should be Australia's next Prime Minister. Follow our live updates.
Your election day weather forecast
As Aussies gear up to cast their votes on election day, some need to be more prepared than others because of what Mother Nature has in store.
Federal election 2025 live: Anthony Albanese denies playing ‘mind games’ with Peter Dutton
With just 36 hours of the campaign to go, one decision by the Prime Minister shows just how much he's trying to win". Follow our live updates.
Question alleged mushroom killer ‘never asked’
Erin Patterson never asked' her husband how his parents were recovering after she allegedly served them a poisoned mushroom lunch, a jury has heard.
Emergency as helicopter crashes off coast
Witnesses watched in shock as a helicopter plunged into the sea, with a jogger reportedly helping to pull victims from the wreckage.
‘Big surprises’: Dutton talks up chances, PM vows no deals
Anthony Albanese is adamant he won't be doing any deals with the Greens to secure victory while Peter Dutton has dismissed the latest polling showing he won't win. FOLLOW IT LIVE
Federal election 2025 live: True blue Aussie’s ‘election poster’ goes viral
A straight-shooting Sydney mechanic who loves dogs and heavy metal" has created a buzz with his election billboards - but not all is as it seems.
Why husband teared up in mushroom murder trial
The estranged husband of alleged mushroom killer Erin Patterson grabbed for the tissue box when his questioning reached one topic.
Federal election 2025 live: Dutton’s plan to ‘turn Australia into America’
Peter Dutton has been accused of selling out Australia" with American-style policies.
Fresh poll a warning for Albo, Dutton
Labor is ahead of the Coalition, a fresh and closely watched election poll has revealed, but there's still some troubling news for Anthony Albanese.
Job cut threat hits major Aussie factory
A manufacturing company building trains for the Brisbane Olympics has warned staff of potential job cuts.
Federal election 2025 live: How Peter Dutton could steal 10 seats
Liberal strategists have dropped a bombshell on the eve of the federal election, claiming there's big surprises" in store. Follow our live coverage.
Dutton, Albo in brutal last minute dashes to win undecided voters
Peter Dutton is urging Australians not to forget the 12 interest rates hikes and the cost of living crisis under Labor as both leaders embark on last minute dashes across the country to win over undecided voters. FOLLOW IT LIVE
Federal election 2025 live: Kirilly Dutton, Jodie Haydon on why their partners should be PM
The most important women in Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese's lives have outlined why each man would be better Prime Minister.
Shock violence hits early voting booth
Shocking footage of an apparent assault at an early voting booth is circulating across social media, with the attack aimed at a volunteer.
‘Savage cuts’: Coalition’s costings slammed
With just two sleeps to go until the federal election, the Coalition has finally released its costings, drawing fire from Jim Chalmers.
“Ridiculous”: Woolies axes Big W discount
Shoppers are furious as Woolies has suddenly axed a major saving point for families who pay for the Everyday Rewards discount program.
Grooming charges against teacher dropped
Charges against an Aussie teacher who was due to stand trial accused of grooming a 15-year-old male student have been dropped.
92yo woman allegedly punched in head, left unconscious on Melbourne street
Sickening footage has captured the moment a 92-year-old woman with a walking frame was punched unconscious by a homeless man in an alleged random attack on a Melbourne street.
Federal election 2025 live: Another poll damns Dutton’s run for PM
The Liberal Party's own pollster has predicted that Anthony Albanese is on track to form a minority government - possibly even a majority.
Federal election 2025 live: Student tells Albo she’s ‘scared’
A concerned student had some grim words for Anthony Albanese when he made a brief visit to a pre-poll station in Adelaide.
Federal election 2025 live: $3.5b ‘Vape tax’ revealed in Coalition’s costings
The shadow treasurer has been quizzed on whether he was waiving the white flag" amid plans to introduce a vaping tax.
Albo can’t rule out raising taxes
Anthony Albanese has been unable to rule out increasing taxes after the election, with the Opposition seizing on the admission before Saturday's election.
‘Clowns’: Police blast rooftop stunt
Queensland's Police Minister has let fly over clowns" who captured in wild footage on rooftops on the Gold Coast.
Federal election 2025 live: Anthony Albanese snaps out reporter’s ‘family’ question
The Prime Minister lost his patience when questioned over shocking homophobic slurs. Follow our live coverage.
Angus Taylor’s trillion-dollar warning
With just two sleeps to go until the federal election, the Coalition has finally released its costings, with shadow treasurer Angus Taylor attaching a big warning.
‘Hurt people’: Albo’s big budget vow
With Aussies facing years of deficits no matter who wins Saturday's federal election, Anthony Albanese has made a big pledge to voters.
BRS arrives in court ahead of retrial hearing
The disgraced war veteran has made his first public appearance since his defamation retrial bid began.
Major issue on day of Bondi attack revealed
A special operations paramedic has opened up about issues they experienced on the day of the nightmare Bondi Junction attack.
Court hears of mushroom chef’s $2m windfall
Alleged mushroom poisoner Erin Patterson has come face to face with her estranged husband as he takes the stand in her triple-murder trial.
Albo’s rock star welcome as Coalition ramps up Voice attack
Peter Dutton and Jacinta Price have ramped up the Coalition's attack over resurrecting the Voice, saying comments from Anika Wells pointed to a legislated voice'. It comes as Anthony Albanese hit the airwaves and a school. FOLLOW IT LIVE
Aussies warned as huge swells hit city
Residents in one state are being urged to brace for harsh conditions, with strong winds whipping up dangerous surfs and impacting transport.
Federal election 2025 live: Bombshell polling, eight-decade record at risk
Bombshell new polling has projected one party is headed for its worst election defeat since 1946 in a dramatic turnaround". Follow our live coverage.
Coalition ramps up Voice attack after Wells comments; would Albo blow a spliff with Kyle?
Peter Dutton and Jacinta Price have ramped up the Coalition's attack over resurrecting the Voice, saying comments from Anika Wells pointed to a legislated voice' while the PM has fielded bizarre questions from a shock jock. FOLLOW IT LIVE
Labor blasts Coalition costings ‘con job
The Coalition will release its election costings on Thursday, setting the scene for a fight on economic management two days before Saturday's election.
Journo to give evidence in BRS retrial bid
The disgraced Veteran is yet to make a public appearance since his defamation retrial bid began.
First witness to appear in mushroom murder trial
Jurors in the triple-murder trial of Erin Patterson over the alleged mushroom poisoning of her in-laws will hear from the first witness on Thursday.
Bandt unleashes: ‘The face of hard-right hate’
Adam Bandt has launched at the two major parties in a fiery speech to kick off the Greens campaign tonight.
Huge swell threatens commuter chaos
Sydney commuters are being urged to consider alternative transport as a large swell impacts ferry services.
Federal election 2025 live: Disgraceful scenes, ugly remarks in polling drama
A Labor MP has apologised over disgraceful remarks made during ugly polling scenes. Follow our live coverage.
‘Utter disrespect’: Coalition ramps up vicious attack over Labor’s ‘secret Voice plan’
Peter Dutton and Jacinta Price have ramped up the Coalition's attack over Labor's secret plan" to resurrect the Voice, labelling it a kick in the guts" and deceitful". FOLLOW IT LIVE
Grim discovery after backpacker hostel fire
A body has been found in the wreckage of a backpacker hostel that went up in flames, with a crime scene now established.
Desperate Dutton pulls out the big guns
Peter Dutton is ramping up his claim that Labor is plotting a de facto inheritance tax" on super balances over $3 million, as the polls suggest he's taken another hit.
‘Don’t take this beer’: Dutton’s crucial stop as May Day poll rings alarm
The latest polls may be looking grim for Opposition leader Peter Dutton but it didn't stop him from sharing a laugh with a candidate in a crucial Teal-held seat. FOLLOW IT LIVE
Federal election 2025 live: Anthony Albanese called out for ‘bullsh*tting’ voters
The Prime Minister was confronted during a terse exchange with a journalist over his so-called bullsh*t" in the final days of his campaign.
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