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Updated 2024-11-22 22:46
Heartwarming update on baby burned in park
The mother of a baby boy burned by coffee in a horrific alleged attack has made a heartwarming update.
Flights cancelled at Sydney Airport due to high winds
More than 45 flights out of Sydney have been cancelled as the airport is forced to operate on one runway.
Huge move after teen dies in custody
A key minister will visit the detention facility where a 17-year-old Aboriginal boy took his own life last week.
‘No room in diary’: Albo’s wedding update
The Prime Minister has given an update on his wedding plans to his fiancee Jodie Haydon following their Valentine's Day engagement.
Contractors to fit the bill for beach wall ‘defects’
A popular beach shuttered for more than two years will remain closed as contractors undertake urgent remedial works at their own cost".
‘Smashing’: Jim Chalmer’s warning for Aussies
Jim Chalmers has issued a warning to millions of Australians about the soft and subdued" economy, saying rate rises were smashing the economy".
‘20 years of time taken’: Folbigg’s compensation push
Kathleen Folbigg is pushing to have her life back after wrongly spending 20 years behind bars over the deaths of her four children.
No ‘secret group’ behind gold mine debacle
Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has clashed with Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce over the NSW goldmine debacle.
ASX suspends beleaguered Star Casino from trading
The Star Casino group, which operates venues in Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast has been pulled from trading after a dire week.
‘Once affordable’ areas hit hardest by rent increases: data
New data has revealed the surprising area one state's renters are being hit hardest by price increases.
Why less young Aussies develop skin cancer
More young Australians are developing melanoma at a lower rate than ever before as the country becomes more diversely populated, according to new research.
Brittany Higgins and Senator Linda Reynolds case draws to a close
Senator Linda Reynolds' defamation trial against former staffer Brittany Higgins is drawing to an end, as closing arguments are set to begin.
State shuts schools ahead of wild winds
Several schools will be closed today in Victoria as the state braces for wild and destructive winds equivalent to a category three cyclone.
Dutton blasted in GST attack ad
Amid Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's WA visit, Labor claims Opposition Leader Peter Dutton would scuttle a deal costing the state billions.
Horror as toddler bitten by snake at Gold Coast Show
A toddler has been taken to hospital after he was bitten by a snake at the Gold Coast Show.
New question mark over Albo’s wedding date
New speculation over the Prime Minister's wedding plans to Jodie Haydon is suggesting that the big day may be overtaken by another major event.
NIMBY states should get funding cuts: MP
The Prime Minister has slammed the Coalition's plan to hit the states hard where it hurts" in order to ensure they meet housing targets and increase home ownership.
Serious injuries after man wields machete
Two people have been rushed to hospital after allegedly being attacked with a machete, just a month after the suburb was rocked by another violent incident.
Australian diplomats spend $20,000 to fly didgeridoo player to India for brief performance
Australian diplomats spent nearly $20,000 of taxpayer money to fly a didgeridoo performer to India for a brief performance earlier this year.
Major shake-up to Channel 7 program
Channel 7 has announced a major overhaul for one of its most important programs, after weeks of significant changes to the network.
5.1m Aussies to get cash boost in weeks
About 5.1 million Australians receiving the pension and income support will see a boost of up to $42.40 in their fortnightly payments in mere weeks.
NIMBY states should get funding cuts: MP
A Liberal senator says the Coalition would hit the states hard where it hurts" in order to ensure they meet housing targets and increase home ownership.
Spelling Bee’s ‘perfect score kids’
The 2024 PM's Spelling Bee saw a record-breaking 70,557 student registrations - now 4500 of them head to finals. See the top state and territory results.
Million Aussie homes could benefit from rent, medicine relief
A raft of new cost of living measures promises to help struggling renters and free up access to key medicines.
Man charged with assaulting airline staff
A man has been charged with assault after allegedly hitting an airline worker in the groin, after being ordered off the plane.
Touching detail in dazzling Riverfire show
As thousands lined the banks of the Brisbane River for the spectacular Riverfire event, this year's Super Hornet flypast was marked by a touching detail.
Iconic rapper caught up in Aussie PM drama dies in concert tragedy
Hip-hop legend Fatman Scoop, the rapper who briefly became involved in a bizarre Australian political saga, has tragically died.
Aussies ‘fed up’ with Coles, Woolies profits
Shareholders in Coles and Woolworths are licking their lips, but the public is still stretching every dollar further at the checkout.
State’s urgent warning after four die
One state has issued an urgent warning over lethal" illicit drugs that could be linked to four overdose deaths in the span of just two months.
Long-serving MP bows out
A long-serving MP will bow out at the next election after 17 years in the job, with the Prime Minister announcing a new candidate for the seat.
Wild plan could save Aussie homebuyers $25k
A bold plan to scrap stamp duty for first homebuyers could be a game changer" for struggling families.
PM denies knowledge of boy’s death in custody
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has dodged a question about a 17-year old boy who died in a WA detention centre, choosing to attack Peter Dutton instead.
Man charged after luxury cars defaced
A man has been charged after luxury cars across one Aussie city were defaced with bright-coloured spray paint.
Bold claim after baby allegedly abandoned
Housemates of a woman whose baby was allegedly abandoned under a carport say they didn't know she was pregnant.
From private school boy to ‘wicked’ killer
Once a private-school boy among Sydney's elite, Charlise Mutten's extremely wicked' killer will now die in prison.
Construction companies fined over safety incidents
A construction company has been fined after a 12yo boy was killed when he accessed an unsecured site and fell.
Incredible update after baby attacked with coffee
The mother of a nine-month-old burned with hot coffee in what police say was an unprovoked attack has shared an incredible update.
‘That’s a wrap’: Unexpected reason snow season cut short
One of the Australia's busiest snowfields has called it quits for 2024 for an unexpected reason.
Why your salary could void new work right
Right to disconnect laws are now in place in Australia but legal experts are warning it is setting employees and workers on a collision course.
‘Nasty’: Grim weather set to get even worse
Parts of Australia could be smashed three times this weekend by destructive" weather while other parts are set to see scorching heat.
Sacked journo’s message to former bosses
One of Queensland's most beloved TV presenters has issued a final message to her former bosses after her unceremonious axing by the Seven Network.
Collapsed airline owes councils $800k
Regional airline Rex owes two local government's more than $800,000 after it collapsed into voluntary administration.
Iconic Bondi cafe closes over $10 ‘debacle’
An iconic Bondi Beach cafe in Sydney has been forced to close after claims a $10 debacle' led to a major decline in customers.
Crypto ATMs popping up across the country
Despite concerns about scams and criminal behaviour, Australia is seeing the fastest expansion of crypto ATMs in the world.
Wife in pool of blood after hatchet murder
An estranged husband broke into the family home in the dead of night and killed the mother of his children with a hatchet.
Newborn fighting for life: police
Police are investigating after a newborn baby was discovered with life-threatening injuries outside a home.
Right to disconnect laws a shift in Aussie workplace culture
Right to disconnect laws are now in place in Australia but legal experts are warning it is setting employees and workers on a collision course.
Liberal MP charged with child sex offences
A Liberal MP has been forced out of the party and parliament after he was charged over child sex abuse allegations.
‘Really nasty’ weekend weather warning
Parts of Australia could be smashed three times this weekend by destructive" weather while other parts are set to see scorching heat.
‘Irreversible challenges’ drag on Australia Post
Trying to make money from delivering letters in 2024 is a tough slog, as Australia Post's financial results show.
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