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Outrage over eye-watering price of Aussie snack
Australians are outraged after an iconic biscuit was snapped selling for an eye-watering price.
Aussie school introduces four-day week
After a successful trial at the school some students will enjoy a four day week, but not everyone is happy.
Record numbers of Gazans in Australia file fresh asylum claims
Figures tabled in the Senate reveal 166 Palestinians filed asylum claims allowing them to remain in Australia while their claims are processed in August alone.
Fury over bombshell union bikie claim
The Coalition has seized on reports Anthony Albanese had been made aware of allegations the CFMEU had been infiltrated by organised crime links years before the current scandal.
Business leaders warn Aus ‘sliding backwards’
Australia is at risk of taking noticeable" steps backwards due to the government's industrial relations policies and a failure to prepare for an ageing population, with one business leader fearing the country is losing" its way.
Beloved Aussie charity guru, 40, dies
The beloved founder of a charity which helped Aussies struggling with homelessness and mental health has died at age 40.
Horror as shot fired in road rage incident
Brave bystanders jumped into action after a shot was allegedly fired in a road rage incident, while an investigation remains ongoing.
30 Aussies swindled in horror $14m scam
Police have charged seven people for their role in a shocking alleged international investment scam that swindled $14m from at least 30 innocent Aussies.
2-word trend Aussies can’t get enough of
The cost-of-living crisis has done little to dampen Aussies' appetite for one activity they were denied during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Driver charged after Sydney airport crash
A driver has been charged following a crash outside a major Australian airport, injuring an elderly man.
Diabetic driver looked ‘wasted’: court
A wine store employee who rushed out after a driver allegedly slammed into a beer garden has told a court the man looked bloody awful".
Big new change in Aussie housing market
Looking to buy your first home? The latest auction results could signal an important change in Australia's unstoppable' housing market.
Shock as bus crash hits major airport
A man is in hospital after being hit by a minibus at a major international airport.
Dutton’s huge move ahead of election
The Opposition Leader has joined the likes of Clare O'Neil and the Greens in what is likely an attempt to appeal to youth voters ahead of the next election.
Cold snap record broken in major Aussie city
A new record low temperature has been recorded in a major city as Aussies woke up shivering through a brutal cold snap.
‘Get on with it’: Albo hits out at crossbench
Anthony Albanese has told the Greens and other members of the crossbench to get on with it" and not stand in the way of dealing with an Aussie crisis.
Why Aussie apprentices are dropping out
Apprentices are being pushed out of their training because of one thing crippling a lot of young Australians, an industry body says.
Alleged pub crash driver looked ‘awful’: court
A wine store employee who rushed out after a driver allegedly slammed into a beer garden has told a court the man looked bloody awful".
‘Gutful’: Lambie unleashes on ‘cover-ups’
Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie says she's had an absolute gutful" of cover-ups" as she called for one thing.
Heartwarming update on Cleo Smith
Three years after Cleo Smith's kidnapping in remote Western Australia, her parents have shared a heartwarming update.
Man died during four-hour wait for ambulance: union
An elderly man has died after he was forced to wait four hours for an ambulance, the paramedics union said.
Driver charged after five injured in horror crash
A driver has been charged with drink and drug driving following a horror crash that left five people fighting for life in hospital.
Millions lashed by ‘damaging’ winds
Wild weather has triggered warnings for millions of residents, with a woman losing her life after a tree branch fell on her.
Staggering price of ‘rare’ Aussie number plate
A rare" Australian number plate which first hit the streets more than a century ago is expected to sell for an eye-watering amount.
Truck crashes into The Ghan near Alice Springs
Passengers have been pulled off The Ghan after a truck smashed into the iconic train near Alice Springs.
Mayor slams ‘Trumpian’ Sydney election
City of Sydney Mayor Clover Moore is on track to win a historic sixth term, but the big city icon has decried what she called a Trumpian' election campaign.
Teen AFL player in coma after violent grand final brawl in Adelaide
A 17-year-old was flown to hospital in a critical condition after a violent brawl at a grand final game in Adelaide on Saturday.
Incredible find after man vanishes in snow
A hiker who disappeared while hiking in the NSW Snowy Mountains has incredibly survived a night in freezing, snowy temperatures with blustering wind.
Woman killed as state lashed by ‘damaging’ winds
A woman has been killed after a tree branch fell on her as one state is lashed by wild winds of up to 100km.
Aussie movie star lists art deco unit for $1m
Aussie Hollywood star Isla Fisher has just put up her Sydney apartment for sale, with a guide price pegged at a cool $1 million.
‘Suspicious’ blaze hits tobacco shop
Police are investigating a suspicious' fire at a tobacco shop overnight, with photos from the scene showing a car smashed into a burnt-out storefront.
Big blocker for Albo’s housing plan
The Prime Minister has been accused of pathetic and childish" behaviour when it comes to the nation's housing crisis.
Shocking $10k bill racked up by 1000 Aussies
Nearly 1000 Aussies in one state are racking up yearly bills of $10,000 or more, with dozens hitting above $30,000, through one common act.
City warned to brace for traffic chaos
Sydneysiders have been warned to expect traffic chaos this weekend as major roads are shuttered.
Iconic Aussie actor dies aged 75
A star beloved by generations of Australians has died surrounded by family and the sounds of Bob Dylan" aged 75.
Volunteer accused of tearing down poster
Sydney's long-serving Lord Mayor has apologised after accusations volunteers had removed a rival candidate's corflutes.
Huge banner installed in ritzy suburb
Prime waterside views in a affluent suburb have been blocked as a local council took drastic action for one reason.
Why Gen Z can’t be their own boss
The cost-of-living has spooked eager Gen Zers from starting businesses in Australia, new research finds.
‘Dividend deluge’ amid cost-of-living crisis
As Australia's biggest companies do all they can to cut costs, the corporate juggernauts are pulling back profits to pay shareholders.
First major Aussie uni ditches face-to-face lectures
Staff have been left outraged by the decision, which will see students having no face-to-face teaching at all.
Chilling update in boys’ killing
A Blue Mountains mother has faced court for the first time since being charged with the murder of her two young sons.
‘How is that fair?’: Anti-lockdown protester Monica Smit ordered to pay $200,000 after winning unlawful arrest case
A court found that a prominent activist was unlawfully arrested during anti-lockdown protests in Melbourne in 2020 but was ordered to pay substantial costs.
Major update in Lehrmann rape appeal
A major update has emerged in Bruce Lehrmann's appeal against his brutal defamation suit loss to Network 10 and Lisa Wilkinson.
Woman charged with murder of boys
Police have issued a major update after two boys were found dead in a Blue Mountains home earlier this week.
‘Shameful’: Realtor hid details of horror crash
A real estate agent who failed to report a driver in a fatal alleged street race which killed two young brothers has been slammed in court for her shameful" conduct.
Voters head to polls after weeks of chaos
Millions of voters will cast their ballots today in an election marred by a catastrophic bungle and a bombshell report, among other chaotic developments.
Verdict reached in driver’s murder case
A jury has returned their verdict in the trial of a man accused of the murder of a woman, who was doused in fuel and set on fire by her estranged ex-husband.
Chilling warning for Aussie cocaine users
Two people have died in one Aussie state from overdosing on a substance initially thought to be cocaine - but health authorities have revealed a much darker picture.
Fatal issue found in common baby toy
A common baby toy gift set sold across Target stores all over Australia has been recalled due to a potentially fatal issue in one of the plastic items.
‘Have a go’: Olympian’s message to Aussie kids
Australia's Olympians and Paralympians are lapping up the plaudits at their first public welcome home event.
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