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Plea to psychs ahead of walkout threat
Mental Health Minister Rose Jackson called on psychiatrists to remain in their jobs ahead of an expedited arbitration hearing with the independent umpire.
Oz Lotto skyrockets to $70m
The Oz Lotto draw has ballooned even further after no division one winners were announced in Tuesday night's draw.
Inquiry launched into monster pedo
A major review has been launched into the Blue Card system to find out how monster pedo Ashley Griffith was able to work in childcare undetected for so long.
Fake bomb planter ‘can’t remember’ incident
A man who placed a fake bomb on the car of a Palestinian supporter in Sydney says he can't remember" doing so, a court has heard.
Premier dangles lifeline for casino
While one state slams the door shut on helping cash-strapped casino business Star, another Premier is walking a noncommittal tightrope.
Big change after Hunter Valley bus crash
Sweeping new changes will be implemented for all buses and coaches nationwide after the 2023 fatal Hunter Valley bus crash.
Teacher’s aide charged with child prostitution
A teacher's aide has been charged over allegations he prostituted children he met online, allegedly extorting them through fraudulent" online profiles.
Top cop’s huge call on hate crimes
Australia's top cop has made a massive call on rising anti-Semitism across the country - revealing how police are now looking at whether some acts have been committed by paid criminals.
Reason 4700 cars sold in Australia recalled
One of Australia's most-purchased car makers has been forced to recall more than 4700 cars over a potentially dangerous issue.
PM to call national cabinet after hate attack
The Prime Minister has revealed his next move in the wake of another shocking" anti-Semitic firebombing in Sydney.
‘Rich legacy’: Aussie TV icon dies aged 85
An icon of Australian television who starred in two of Australia's biggest dramas and was a devoted teacher of the arts has died.
Crucial deal could end state’s rail chaos
After an ongoing pay dispute led to transport chaos across Sydney, a crucial deal that could end the standoff between the unions and transport officials seems closer.
Family of man behind horrific crash breaks silence
The family of a driver who killed four people, including himself, in a head-on collision along a major highway have broken their silence for the first time.
Huge update after hospitality boss hits 12-year-old cyclist
Aussies have erupted after police revealed the punishment for a man caught on camera hitting a boy with his Audi - but cops say there's another side to the story.
PM’s big step after latest hate attack
The Prime Minister has revealed his next move in the wake of another shocking" anti-Semitic firebombing in Sydney.
Channel Nine star Airlie Walsh confirms ‘confidential’ settlement over sexual harassment claim
The reporter said it took courage" to speak out and she was determined to right wrongs".
TikTok-famous mug recalled over major defect
A popular travel mug made famous on TikTok is being recalled over a major safety issue that could leave users with serious burns.
Moment cops find teens hiding in cupboards
Bizarre footage has captured the moment police pull several teenagers from their hiding spots and charge them over an alleged crime spree.
Minister’s 11th hour plea before mass walkout
The workplace umpire has been called in to intervene as one state faces an unprecedented" mass walkout of key hospital staff.
First major jackpot of 2025 hits $50m
One Aussie could be lucky enough to be crowned first winner of a major jackpot in 2025.
Nine star announces shock retirement
A veteran Channel 9 journalist and news anchor has announced his retirement - after 17 years at the network.
Twist in footage of man ramming e-bike boy
Police have explained why a man will not be charged for ramming a 12-year-old boy off an electric bike with his car.
Historical record in Albo’s new ministry
Women now make up nearly half of Anthony Albanese's line-up of senior ministers, following the departure of long-time minister Bill Shorten.
Car plummets 50m over cliff onto beach
Two people were lucky to survive a terrifying crash after their car ran off a cliff, plummetting about 50m to the beach below.
Tributes for infant killed in house fire
A birthday party has ended in tragedy after a house fire claimed the life of a one-year-old girl and left a five-year-old fighting for life.
Radical plans to get Aussies retirees spending
Australian retirees are saving too much of their retirement nest egg, with calls for major reforms to the superannuation sector.
‘Deep concern:’ Israeli MP lashes Australia
The senior Israeli government member lashed Labor for its clearly ineffectual" response towards rising levels of anti-Semitism.
Huge breakthrough after woman shot in back
A person of interest" has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a woman on the Gold Coast, but the move has raised new questions for police.
Dutton’s major pledge on anti-Semitism
The Coalition is pledging to toughen our laws" amid a spate anti-Semitic attacks in Australia's biggest cities.
‘Leave it alone’: Rare unity amid censorship push
Two senior opposing MPs have put politics aside to push back against a move to reclassify classic films and books.
‘Cool casual’ fashion rules at music bonanza
Australia's legendary Tamworth Country Music Festival is up and running and photos from the town reveal a country casual' theme for 2025.
Albo’s green appeal to key Aussie industry
Labor is making a multi-billion dollar appeal to a key Australian industry in a push to take it green.
Dutton promises free business lunches
There's no such thing as a free lunch, but Aussies could soon enjoy tax deductible ones in an elected Coalition government.
‘Distressing’: Family home burns down
A toddler has died and another child is fighting for life after a family home went up in flames, with the police revealing the first details of the nightmare.
Why it won’t be easy for Wendy’s in Australia
Experts say Wendy's will be pushing it uphill as the US brand tries to crack the Australian fast-food market.
Man’s horror 20m tumble down cliff
A man has been flown to safety after taking a horror tumble down a cliff while holidaying at a popular tourist destination with his family.
Major move to protect newborns against virus
Expecting Aussie mums will be entitled to a free vaccine to protect their children from a dangerous virus, as part of a major government health shake-up.
It will be at least a year until Australians get some relief from the cost-of-living crisis, experts warn
Cash-strapped Aussies holding out hope for some cost-of-living relief this year are set to be disappointed.
Supermarket find reveals big Trump fear
There are fears Australia could suffer as Donald Trump takes office more determined than ever - and a humble block of cheese could be a sign of things to come.
Infant dead after horror house fire
An infant has died and multiple other children and an adult have been injured following a horrific house fire.
$1bn upgrade for major Western Sydney corridor
The federal and New South Wales governments will each fork out $500 million to upgrade to a major transit corridor in Western Sydney.
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Protesters celebrate ‘huge win’ over gas giant
A controversial offshore petroleum licence has been cancelled by the government for public interest reasons, after being fought in courts for a surprising reason.
$1bn upgrade for major Western Sydney corridor
The federal and New South Wales governments will each fork out $500,000 million to upgrade to a major transit corridor in Western Sydney.
Major warning for Aussie beachgoers
One of Australia's most venomous creatures has arrived early this year, with authorities warning beachgoers to be alert.
Australia will work with Trump: Wong
Foreign minister Penny Wong has confirmed she will attend US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Father, son killed at toddler’s birthday
A man in his 20s who died when he and his father were stabbed at a party is being remembered as a deadly fulla', keen footballer and genuine friend.
‘Terrible’: Australia in fear of Trump 2.0
There are fears Australia could suffer as Donald Trump takes office more determined than ever - and a humble block of cheese could be a sign of things to come.
Cops stumble across body in bush
The body, believed to be a man in his 50s, was found outside the town of Wentworth on Thursday.
Iconic beach unrecognisable after storm
Sydney has been hammered by days of grim weather, with one of the most iconic beaches in the world unrecognisable.
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