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Woman arrested after alleged stabbing spree
A woman has been charged following an alleged stabbing spree in Victoria which left four men hospitalised.
Big change to paid parental leave
Expecting parents and carers will be in luck this new financial year, with a big change coming to the paid parental leave scheme.
Liberal frontbencher Jane Hume speaks for the first time since ousting
Dumped Liberal frontbencher Jane Hume has spoken for the first time since she was dumped from Sussan Ley's new look shadow ministry.
Mushroom trial given ‘context’ for Erin’s messages
A series of messages exchanged between alleged mushroom poisoner Erin Patterson and her online friends needs to be viewed with an an enormous amount of context", her trial has been told.
Police investigating sudden deaths of Cairns couple Jamie and Krystel Paul
Awful new details have come to light after a woman was killed by her husband in a suspected murder-suicide in Cairns.
Ley to farewell ‘extraordinary’ mum
Sussan Ley will farewell her late mum, who the Liberal Leader credited with teaching her the values of resilience, self-reliance and persistence".
Widow pleads for help after losing husband and daughter in Indian bus crash
An Aussie mother faces an unimaginable tragedy after a bus crash in India killed her husband and 5-year-old daughter. She is now pleading to medically evacuate her other daughter.
Record-breaking rain bomb brings majestic sight to Aussie landmark
A rare sight has emerged at one of Australia's most iconic landmarks as record-breaking rain smashes parts of the country.
Winning Powerball numbers: 21, 35, 26, 23, 15, 10, 7. Powerball number 18.
The Powerball jackpot is now $50m after noone had the winning ticket for Thursday's $30m, but a few lucky Aussies pocketed a hefty sum this week.
One Nation gets surprise Senate win
One Nation has made a surprise gain in the Senate after its WA candidate nabbed the final spot, while Malcolm Roberts has been returned.
Record-breaking rain bomb to move across Australia
Flood-weary communities in one state are holding their breath as a rain bomb makes its way across the country.
Popular milk recalled over health risk
Shoppers are being warned to check their fridges after a milk variety was pulled from shelves amid fears of microbial contamination.
Fundraiser launched for ‘sweet little girl’
Sophia Rose has been remembered as a sweet little girl with big eyes and an infectious laugh' as a devastated community digs in to help her shattered family.
Corflute ban looms for fed up Aussies
There's a growing tide against the long-running Aussie tradition of election corflutes, with another local council moving to consider a ban.
‘Enduring pitfalls’: China’s chilling warning for one Aussie city
China has issued a chilling warning for one Australian city over a controversial port deal that has left many feeling tense.
Widow pleads for help after losing husband and daughter in Indian bus crash
A mother faces an unimaginable tragedy after a bus crash killed her husband and youngest daughter. She is now pleading for help to medically evacuate her other daughter.
MP said ‘nice things’ about man: court
A political staffer who alleges an MP sexually abused him has told a court the politician said nice things" about him on the walk home.
Huge call on future of WFH
As calls grow for employees to return to the office, a major government report reveals the reality of Australia's remote work shift - and it's not what you'd expect.
Hanson daughter’s vow after election loss
The daughter of Pauline Hanson, who was unsuccessful in her tilt for a Tasmanian Senate seat, has reflected on her loss while promising a comeback.
‘Special rules’: Huge super tax claim
The opposition's newly appointed finance spokesman has unleashed on Labor's proposed super tax, accusing Jim Chalmers of dodgy" conduct.
Uni police lecturer ‘cancelled’ over DV claim
A university lecturer has been stood down from her role teaching police recruits after claiming just as many women as men" commit domestic violence.
Major bank reveals huge rate cut
A major bank has announced it will take the axe to its fixed rate home loans on Friday.
Answer on $2k boost to Aussie wages looms
Australia's lowest-paid workers are days away from finding out if they're set to receive a boost to their wages, with one union body calling for a $2100 increase.
Monster waves set to pound coast
Surf conditions are about to intensify dramatically, with powerful swells set to bring long-period waves and surging tides.
Man directed child rape from yacht: cops
An Australian man has been charged with directing horrific child abuse live from his phone as police say international collaboration saved six young victims.
MPs clash over bomb caravan probe
A bombshell inquiry into an explosives-laden caravan and controversial anti-hate laws has sparked a fight within parliament itself.
Warning over more Sydney commuter chaos
Commuters in a major Australian city were hit with a fresh bout of rail dysfunction on Thursday, after much of the network was brought to a standstill last week.
Shock cold case arrest 30 years on
Police have arrested a man three decades after the disappearance of a mother in a dramatic cold case breakthrough.
Police investigating sudden deaths of Cairns couple Jamie and Krystel Paul
Neighbours have recalled the harrowing moment a little girl arrived at their home and shared the worst possible news.
$4.5bn wasted while Aussies go without
Big corporations throw out nearly $5bn worth of unsold goods every year despite struggling Aussies crying out for help.
Leader hits back at ‘scapegoat’ claim
Once one of the most senior women in the Coalition has been exiled to the opposition backbench after several blunders during the federal election campaign.
Son charged with dad’s murder after fire
A son has been charged with the murder of his own dad in a horrific house fire in Sydney's inner west, with police alleging an accelerant was used before the blaze.
Warning over more Sydney commuter chaos
Commuters in a major Australian city have been warned to brace for more rail dysfunction after much of the network was brought to a standstill last week.
Sad texts from Pheobe Bishop before disappearance revealed
Pheobe Bishop's aunt has revealed a series of text messages she received from her 17-year-old niece.
Detective set to face questions in mushroom trial
The homicide squad detective tasked with investigating Erin Patterson's deadly lunch is set to face questions from the alleged triple-killer's lawyers.
‘That’s politics’: Barnaby reacts to brutal exile
Barnaby Joyce has broken his silence following his exile to the Opposition's backbench, after leader Sussan Ley dropped him from the list of her new-look shadow executive.
Man charged with murder following Croydon fatal house fire
A man has been charged with murder after an elderly man died in a fatal house fire in Sydney's inner west, with police alleging an accelerant was used before the blaze.
‘No-brainer’: 100 businesses’ plea to Minns for Koala park
More than 100 businesses have signed a letter in support of a game-changing" plan to protect a beloved Australian animal that could become the country's next great attraction.
Urgent call to plug dire tradie shortage
Anthony Albanese is being called to give sizable cash incentives to businesses to train apprentices in key sectors like clean energy, and construction.
Pub dinner order aired in mushroom trial
A $75 family pack" online order from a nearby pub was placed just half an hour after the same computer visited a website hosting death cap mushroom sightings, Erin Patterson's trial has been told.
Western Highway closed after five vehicle crash kills three
A crash between two cars, a B-double truck and two trucks has killed three people in a horrifying accident on a regional highway.
ASX snaps four day winning streak
Australia's sharemarket snapped a four day winning streak during Wednesday's trading after monthly inflation data came in hotter than expected.
Man charged with murder following Croydon fatal house fire
A man has been charged with murder after an elderly man died in a fatal house fire in Sydney's inner west.
Sad texts from Pheobe Bishop before disappearance revealed
Pheobe Bishop's aunt has revealed a series of chilling text messages she received from her 17-year-old niece.
Senate breakthrough bolsters Albo’s super tax
Labor's growing numbers in the Senate could all but guarantee the passage of its plan to hit super balances over $3m with a 30 per cent tax.
Review flagged after chaotic exam scenes
A sweeping review is set to probe what led to chaotic scenes outside selective school test venues in one Aussie state, which resulted in tests being cancelled and police having to control crowds of parents.
Woman with baby caught in wild street fight in Mount Isa
Shocking footage shows a woman holding a baby intervening in a street fight, heightening concerns over local violence in a regional city.
Young Aussie dies suddenly in Bali
A young Sunshine Coast man has died suddenly while on holiday at a popular Bali tourist destination, as his family plead for help to get him home.
Student loses bid to sue elite school
A student has lost his bid to sue his elite school over their controversial decision to transition to coeducation.
Man dies in custody after shoplifting incident at Coles
A major investigation is underway after a 24-year old Aboriginal man died in custody following a shoplifting incident at Coles.
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