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Bank boss’s warning in cost-of-living crunch
More Westpac mortgage holders are falling behind on their payments while the bank posts a flat $1.8bn profit for the latest quarter.
Bitter feud at embattled airline escalates
The Rex chairman has filed a criminal complaint against the airline's former chairman as their dispute escalates.
Bank boss’s warning in cost-of-living crunch
More Westpac mortgage holders are falling behind on their payments while the bank posts a $1.8bn profit for the first half of the year.
Woman’s wild claim before girl, 8, died
A woman charged over the death of a young girl whose insulin was allegedly withdrawn for days made a bizarre claim following her arrest.
Higgins’ defamation trial enters third week
A decision will be made if senator Linda Reynolds' former chief of staff Fiona Brown will be excused from giving evidence in person.
‘Why not both’: Domino’s ‘experimental’ new pizza
Foodies unable to decide between snacks this grand final season are in luck with the launch of a new experimental" pizza.
Worrying new ‘wake-up call’ for Australian employers
Workplaces across the country have experienced a big power shift in the favour of employers, but bosses have been warned a brutal wake-up call" is looming.
Smiles for businessman charged with foreign interference
A businessman charged with supplying national security secrets to Chinese spies was all smiles as he left court for the first time after more than a year behind bars on remand.
Greens attacked over CFMEU ‘silence’
Labor and the Coalition have banded together in attacking the minor party, as legislation to appoint administrators on the CFMEU continues to stall.
Blockbuster cricket deals signed
Sydney's iconic Pink Test and Jane McGrath Day have a safe home at the SCG until 2030 as new hosting deals are signed.
CFMEU, NDIS bills to face senate
The government is hoping to have a better week in the Senate as it aims to push through key bills.
Neighbours at war over $5 million lottery
Three Sydney neighbours have been locked in a two-year feud after one claimed he was cut out of a $5 million lottery win.
How iron ore price could impact Aussie economy
The Treasury is monitoring falling iron ore prices, as it warns continued struggle could result in a $3 billion dent in the Australian economy.
Opposition ahead of Albanese government in the polls
The government is trailing the Coalition on a two-party-preferred basis for a second consecutive month.
Huge change to workplace laws about to start
Massive changes to workplace laws kick in August 26, but a long-running survey finds companies already giving staff the right to disconnect" retain workers for longer.
Higgins’ defamation trial enters third week
A decision will be made if Senator Linda Reynolds' former chief of staff Fiona Brown will be excused from giving evidence in person.
Huge blaze destroys factory
A factory has been destroyed by an early morning blaze, with witnesses reporting loud explosions coming from inside the building.
‘At his head’: Horror knife claim at Westfield
A man has been charged after allegedly brandishing a knife at a customer's head at a busy Sydney Westfield centre.
Shock finding on Aussie cash use
A new report has made surprising findings about the use of cash and the number of businesses accepting cash in Australia.
‘Madness’: Aussies slugged by hidden ‘tax’
Thousands of Aussies trying to keep their bills down are being stung with a hidden tax advocates are calling madness" as the cost of living continues to bite.
Warning after dark web pill death
A young Australian tradie felt he had to turn to the dark web for pain medication, but the pills were laced with a deadly unregulated opioid.
Dutton seeking legal advice after Zali Steggall calls him ‘racist’
Peter Dutton is seeking legal advice after being called racist' by another MP for his call to ban visas for those fleeing Gaza.
PM’s Spelling Bee breaks records after NAPLAN truth bomb
As experts call for a return to more explicit teaching in the wake of the nation's NAPLAN results, teachers lead the charge with record students numbers in the PM's Spelling Bee.
$160m bid to fight power prices
The Australian government has committed $160m for a green scheme to help homeowners bring down their power bills.
Former detective, stripper and an ambo walk into a mining town bar …
There's something wild and untameable about Australian opal mining towns - most having the gritty, lawless feel of a Clint Eastwood western. White Cliffs, in far-west NSW, is no exception,
Liberals’ desperate move after epic stuff up
NSW Liberals have reportedly made a last-ditch appeal to make up for a massive stuff-up that could smash them in next month's council elections.
Student cop booted after alleged DV incident
A student cop has lost his offer to begin his training after he allegedly slammed a door onto a woman's hand.
‘Serious concerns’ for missing teen boy
A teen boy has been missing for more than a month and the police hold serious concerns' for his welfare.
‘Hacked to pieces’: Fury over sick act
Aussie fishermen are in the firing line after divers made a sickening discovery that left them shocked and saddened.
$160m green scheme for Aussie homeowners
The Australian government has committed $160m for a green scheme to help homeowners make sustainable upgrades to their homes.
Sad update on iconic Aussie attraction
A famed tourist attraction, the first of its kind in Australia, is set to close after decades of service.
‘Worst is over’: Where rents are falling
Sick of paying too much rent? Good news - the worst could be over.
‘Blacklisting’: Big bank’s major change
One of Australia's biggest banks has revealed a big change in how it handles fossil fuel companies in a bid to tackle climate change.
Chaos erupts as flights cancelled at Sydney Airport
Several flights in and out of the airport have been cancelled throwing travel plans into chaos.
Twiggy backhands nuclear ‘idiot’
Steadfast on not cutting rates anytime soon, the RBA governor's comments have done little to dampen the mood on the ASX on Friday.
Warning on critical medical supplies
The nation's health ministers have set up a response group to address the shortage of IV fluids in Australian hospitals, which could last all year.
Preacher taken to Human Rights Commission after refusing to perform Welcome to Country
A Christian preacher says he has been hauled before the Human Rights Commission after refusing to perform the Welcome to Country.
Sad update on iconic Aussie attraction
A famed tourist attraction, the first of its kind in Australia, is set to close after decades of service.
Female teacher allegedly abused 17yo boy: police
A female teacher accused of sexually abusing a teenage student has been charged with several other offences and will face court again in October.
TV heart-throb ‘blames’ attack victim
Aussie actor Orpheus Pledger has again walked free as he seeks to appeal a jail sentence for attacking a woman during a drug-induced crisis.
‘Sovereign citizen’ in bizarre cop showdown
Bizarre footage shows the interaction between a driver - who calls himself a sovereign citizen - and two Queensland police officers.
Mum may never face trial over 10yo’s death
A Queensland mother has been charged with the brutal murder of her daughter at their home. But legal experts say she may never face a jury.
Warning to Aussies amid ‘global emergency’
One of Australia's major health authorities has issued a warning over a potentially deadly disease recently declared a global health emergency.
Man slams court ruling for drunk e-bike ride
Paul Fortuna wound up in court after making a big mistake after having a night out - but he feels he's been punished for one bizarre reason.
Rate cuts ‘premature’ to think about, RBA chief says
In a fresh blow to Aussie homeowners, the Reserve Bank Governor has declared rate cuts are still too far away to think about.
Grim fact about Aussie economy
Shocking claims about the controversial CFMEU have been made at a hearing into Australia's cost-of-living crisis.
TV heart-throb ‘blames’ attack victim
Aussie actor Orpheus Pledger has again walk free as he seeks to appeal a jail sentence for attacking a woman during a drug-induced crisis.
TV heart-throb ‘blames’ attack victim
Aussie actor Orpheus Pledger is expected to launch an appeal after he was jailed for attacking a woman during a drug-induced crisis.
‘Rank hypocrisy: Anna’s new role slammed
Annastacia Palaszczuk's new role with Australia Post has been lashed as rank hypocrisy" and an appointment for one of Labor's mates".
Palaszczuk’s new role revealed
The former Queensland premier's new role has been revealed. It comes after she announced her retirement from politics in December last year.
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