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Aussie chain sacks 100 staff in ‘shock’ email
A lauded Melbourne restaurant chain shut all its branches just days after Christmas leaving staff wondering how they will get paid.
Grim reason interest rate pain will continue
There's a common belief that Aussies can expect much-needed rate cuts in 2024, but there's a key reason to be sceptical.
Queensland football hero Carl Webb laid to rest
Following his four-year battle with motor neurone disease, Queensland rugby legend Carl Webb is being laid to rest with a funeral service in his hometown.
Touching tribute to dad killed in horror New Year’s drowning
The family of a father of two killed in a freak drowning on New Year's Eve have made a touching tribute.
Heatwave warnings and thunderstorms expected as wild weather continues
As the clean-up continues from wild weather in parts of the country, it is feared incoming storms and rain could hamper efforts.
Touching tribute to ‘kind-hearted’ teen
Tributes are flowing for a kind-hearted" teenage girl who was killed in a traffic collision just days into the new year.
Woman fraudulently resold wedding dresses on social media: police
A woman's bizarre alleged bridal fraud scheme targeting almost 70 brides and other victims has been revealed.
Dead fish spark panic at popular lake
A busy lake known for camping and fishing has been closed after reports of dead fish washing ashore.
19yo arrested after teen struck by arrow
A teenager has been arrested following a spate of community unrest in a remote Indigenous community impacted by illicit alcohol and drugs.
Mum’s pain after son’s baffling death
A mum from Tasmania fears she may never know" what led to her son's bizarre death on a lonely stretch of highway in the dead of night.
Popular car brand recalls vehicle
Customers are being urged to contact their dealership after a malfunction was discovered in a popular vehicle.
Where new mobile phone cameras are located
The top locations of some new mobile phone detection cameras busting people texting behind the wheel have been revealed.
PM’s diary confirms Joyce meeting
A meeting between Alan Joyce and Anthony Albanese has been confirmed after the contents of the prime minister's diary were released.
How much money Aussies need to earn in order to feel rich has been revealed
An Aussie father-of-three earning $230,000 a year took to an online forum to reveal he was struggling just to get by - and his grim admission struck a chord.
300 jobs at risk as coalmine goes bust
A privately held coal company has slipped into administration just two days after Christmas, putting the livelihoods of about 300 people at risk.
Summer party staple recalled over glass shards
An item found at every BBQ and party during the summer months has been pulled from stores after concerns were raised it may contain a dangerous material.
Fury over Qantas cabin crew’s in-flight stunt
Jewish community leaders are outraged by what they describe as divisive political activism" from Qantas cabin crew on a domestic flight.
Captured funnel-web breaks record as largest ever donated
A brave soul has captured and donated the largest recorded male funnel-web spider to a lifesaving antivenene program.
Rich boomers to pay more for one thing
A huge shake-up is on its way for one of Australia's biggest industries with wealthy baby boomers set to foot the bill.
One girl dead and another fighting for life after horror crash
A 12-year-old girl has been killed and her sister, seven, is fighting for life after a horror highway crash, with police making shocking new claims about the incident.
Huge fire breaks out in Sydney suburb
Firefighters are currently battling a huge blaze the has broken out in a Sydney warehouse, just metres away from homes.
Four people hospitalised after lightning strike
A group of bushwalkers in their 20s has been hit by lightning while on a popular track in the Blue Mountains.
‘Dick pic’ makes it into real estate listing
One of Australia's most viewed listings of 2023 was for this abandoned house in regional Victoria, complete with a surprising feature.
$10,000 cash boosts for Aussie trainees
A new group of Aussies can now access a cash boost of up to $10,000 if they agree to learn these key skills.
Thousands rally for family of shark attack victim Khai Cowley
The community at large has rallied behind the family of a 15-year-old shark attack victim in South Australia.
One girl dead and another fighting for life after horror crash
Victoria Police investigating reports of erratic driving prior to a head on collision that killed a 12-year-old girl west of Melbourne have released vision they hope can help.
‘Silent’ Rohan Dennis returns to$2.45m home
The Olympian has returned to his $2.45m Adelaide home after being charged over the death of his wife, fellow former pro-cyclist Melissa Hoskins.
Urgent health alert after Sydney fireworks
The centre of one of Australia's biggest city's has become the centre of an urgent health alert after several struck down with a debilitating illness.
‘Losing money’: Small firms under threat
Businesses have been significantly impacted" and are losing money because of strikes at the nation's ports, the boss of one company says.
Child who died in hot car identified
The little girl found dead at a rural Queensland property on New Year's Eve has been identified as Everleigh Johnson.
Why high-octane Ferrari biopic not just for petrolheads
Thanks to brilliant performances from Adam Driver and Penelope Cruz, Michael Mann's biopic of racing great Enzo Ferrari is a triumph both on and off the track.
First Aussie woman killed by husband in 2024
The identity of a couple killed in a suspected murder-suicide have been revealed as Australia marks a grim milestone for 2024.
Croc launch into boat ‘not normal’
A croc expert explains what he thinks happened after a crocodile launched itself into a fisherman's boat.
‘Cannot breathe’: Detainee’s jail beef
A former immigration detainee appeared animated in court, telling an interpreter that he is diabetic and could not breathe" while in jail on remand.
Alleged gunman charged over kingpin’s death
Police believe they have arrested and charged the man responsible for pulling the trigger that killed a notorious crime boss.
‘Clown’: Albo slammed over cost of living plea
A plea by the Prime Minister for help from public servants in overcoming the cost of living crisis has been met with harsh criticism.
Albo flags cost of living relief
The Prime Minister has revealed the possibility of new cost of living measures for struggling Aussie families in this year's budget.
Eerie coincidence after boys, 4 and 6, drown
A tragic new detail has come to light after the shocking drownings of two cousins, aged six and four, in New Zealand.
Family’s stress over killer’s looming release
The parents of a 17-year-old boy who was stabbed and killed have endured an unbearable Christmas break while waiting for his killer to be released from jail.
‘Just not cricket’: PM’s Warner call unanswered
David Warner has worn an alternative baggy green cap to start his final Test in Sydney as his own remains missing.
Viral response to ‘I love you Hannah’ graffiti
A Facebook post in response to declarations of love popping up all over town spray-painted on road signs has gathered a lot of attention, good and bad.
Twist after man vanishes from outback town
Police have announced a grim update in the search for a man missing from a remote outback town.
Melbourne real estate agent loses $30,000 in bizarre shoe ‘scam’
A Melbourne real estate agent who spent $30,000 on sneakers he says are fake has been denied a refund for a strange reason.
Four people hospitalised after lightning strike
A group of sightseers has been lucky to walk away from a popular hiking track after they were hit by lightning.
‘Stay safe’: Dire forecast of 350mm deluge
SES crews have received 700 calls for help in 24 hours in a flood-ravaged part of Australia as residents prepare for more heavy rainfall.
Disturbing reality of Aussie beaches
Australia has faced an increasing number of drownings this summer compared with other years.
David Warner issues public plea after baggy greens stolen from backpack
David Warner has suffered a shock setback ahead of his final Test and launched an impassioned plea to the public as a last resort.
Crazy number of pills festivalgoer allegedly had
A man was allegedly caught with a stack of ecstasy tablets following a major police operation at a popular New Year's Day music festival.
Inside the night Mary met her prince
The former manager of a Sydney pub reveals the strange gesture that turned an ordinary evening into the beginnings of a modern romance.
Identity of man killed in apartment fire revealed
A man who died after a horror apartment fire that caused dozens of residents to be evacuated has been named.
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