It was the case that captivated the entire country - but behind the scenes, something truly bizarre was taking place.

Tensions have erupted in one of the nation's most picturesque communities over a huge, ugly" change most Aussies probably wouldn't even notice.

Shock footage shows the moment a man allegedly broke into a zoo and snatched a baby crocodile for a selfie session before letting it run free from its enclosure.

Hundreds of thousands of householders facing power bill price hikes of up to $200 a year are set to secure more cost-of-living relief in the March budget.

The conservative senator pulled out of an event in Kempsey, on the NSW mid north coast, after receiving reports of aggressive and angry individuals outside the venue.

Nurses and midwives have demanded the ability to prescribe basic medications and issue diagnostics in a move they say would reduce wait times and costs.

Clive Palmer faced questioning from a journalist about his use of the term gender in an ad campaign for his political party Trumpet of Patriots.

Australia's most hated roundabout is set to receive a facelift, relieving drivers sick of heavy congestion and long queues.

Australians have come out in droves promising to stop purchasing American products, however one economist urged shoppers to think strategically".

Shocking new details have emerged about a controversial police tactic being used across Australia - that you're footing the bill for.

The Prime Minister is set to provide $200 for millionsof Aussies, but Peter Dutton says Labor's policy is a disaster".

A scuba diver who was allegedly left behind in the ocean for several hours before he was rescued by a ferry said lessons must be learnt from his ordeal.

Millions of people are set to swelter this weekend, as heatwave conditions blanket the southeast.

The Australian Taxation Office has announced its hit list for businesses ahead of tax time, as it looks to crack down on dodgy practices.

The flashy billionaire, known for his buying sprees on The Block, has been cleared of a hooning charge after a four-year court battle.

Two police officers who formed a joint criminal enterprise" with gangland barrister Nicola Gobbo have revealed they may take their fight to remain anonymous to Australia's highest court.

Nine Entertainment has officially appointed acting chief executive Matt Stanton to lead the company as CEO.

Consumers have been warned to stop using products sold at a popular discount store after authorities found they could kill people.

Clive Palmer has outlined the vision of his new fringe party Trumpet of Patriots, vowing to make Australia great again".

A former Socceroo messaged a woman after he allegedly sexually assaulted her that he still wanted to be friends, a court has been told.

The mother of a young man who was allegedly murdered by a father-son duo says she is living a parent's worst nightmare' in the wake of his death.

A Labor Party Chinese Town Hall" in Melbourne on Wednesday night has sparked claims white Australians" were prevented entry.

A new delay has emerged in Bruce Lehrmann's Queensland rape case just days after the former political staffer dumped his legal team.

Cash-strapped Aussie households will soon face even higher electricity costs as a lifeline for many comes to an end.

The NSW government will be asked to fork out $5bn as the sale of a premier racecourse for a new mini-city" hangs in the balance.

Peak-hour traffic has been thrown into chaos in one Australian city after a truck flipped' on a busy arterial motorway.

An item destroying lives' is set to be banned in one state in an Australian first, with those caught to face years behind bars or huge fines.

A popular item sold at service stations and convenience stores across the country has been recalled over concerns consumers could have a reaction.

The NSW Premier has refused calls to repeal controversial racial hatred laws after it was revealed a caravan packed with explosives was not terror related.

Former Woolworths chief executive Brad Banducci has announced his next career move in a game of executive musical chairs.

Australia's former foreign minister Bob Carr has weighed in on the current state of affairs concerning the US as Trumpism sweeps the globe.

Jetsetters and frequent flyers will need more points to take Qantas long haul flights in the premium seats under new changes to the popular program.

Victoria's Premier has moved to ban machetes as part of a sweeping crackdown on crime, saying there is zero reason' to be carrying the weapon.

Cash-strapped households will soon be facing even higher electricity costs, with experts warning the reality of the next bill could bite.

Family and friends have paid tribute to their incredible' mate who was killed by a shark at a remote Western Australian beach near Esperance.

Crew members on board a ferry spotted two scuba divers treading water in the ocean after they were allegedly left behind by a tour operator.

An Aussie mum was left in shock after her Woolies groceries were seemingly pinched shortly after being delivered to her door.

US President Donald Trump continued to send shockwaves through global markets as his tariff plan officially comes into effect on Wednesday afternoon.

People are getting ripped off by dodgy repair works in the wake of natural disasters, the Insurance Council of Australia has warned.

Australia's former foreign minister Bob Carr has weighed in on the current state of affairs concerning the US as Trumpism sweeps the globe.

Friends have paid tribute to their incredible' mate who was killed by a shark at a remote West Australian beach near Esperance.

A judge has delivered a verdict in the case of 12 men on trial for the murder of a teenager in a planned" and bloody public park brawl.

A former Socceroo and his friend are accused of bragging on social media after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman.

A man who sprayed Satan's Spit' at a Bunnings store, sparking chaos and sending 11 people to hospital, has had a bid for freedom rejected.

A disgusting trend has emerged in the wake of devastating Cyclone Alfred, with some Aussies resorting to seriously low acts.

Outspoken influencer Rebecca Judd has lashed the Victorian government for failing to act earlier as the state vows to bring in the toughest bail laws" in the country.

A respected" wellness guru has avoided a criminal conviction after admitting she supplied magic mushrooms to an event where a woman died.

The Prime Minister has loosely shared when he was told about a fabricated caravan bomb threat but didn't answer one key detail.

With the end of the three-year federal government term rapidly approaching, here's everything you need to know about casting your vote.

A minister who looks after eight portfolios has confirmed delays to two massive projects while receiving criticism for being out of the loop".