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Man fined after shock plane arrest
A Brisbane jetsetter has escaped with a $1700 fine for using a fake name to board a flight, after an alleged phone conversation about a bomb led to his dramatic arrest.
Victim’s genitalia ‘deliberately’ sprayed by police, court hears
Two police officers deliberately" sprayed a mentally ill woman in the genitalia after being frustrated" that they were defecated on, a court has heard.
Latham’s sordid texts to ex leaked
Just days after Mr Latham warned he had scores of documents' disproving her allegations of abuse, multiple intimate text messages have been leaked to the media.
Shock result in Torres Strait climate case
A landmark Federal Court decision brings an end to a four-year long battle between a pair of Torres Strait Islander men and the Federal Government.
International students flow into Aus
One industry is climbing its way up the ladder of prominent national exports, and it's placed Australia in a catch-22 situation.
Grim moment man allegedly gunned down
A woman has broken down in the witness box while reliving the moment a man was allegedly murdered, describing how he was captured stumbling around".
Map reveals horrifying child care update
Detectives have confirmed a further four child care centre locations as part of the ongoing investigation into Joshua Brown.
Latham proposed before wild allegations
Friends of the former couple have revealed details about the politician's plans for the future of his situationship".
Aussies’ confidence rocked by shock RBA call
The country's major banks say Australian consumer confidence was rocked after the RBA decided against cutting the official cash rate in July.
Urgent recall over power bank fires
Thousands of faulty power banks still sitting in Aussie homes could burst into flames, prompting an urgent nationwide recall.
Update in Libs’ last-ditch effort to win seat
After reports the Liberal Party plans to launch a challenge to the Bradfield election results, the successful independent candidate says she respects the decision.
Mark Latham denies ‘degrading’ sex acts
MP Mark Latham has furiously denied allegations from his ex-girlfriend that he undertook a sustained pattern of abuse".
Major airline announces new destination
The airline will operate three services a week to the Southeast Asian country from November, with fares starting at $188.
Libs call out US’ Taiwan demand
The comments follow bombshell revelations Australian defence officials had been asked by the US to commit to a course of action if China invades Taiwan.
Aussie media bus intercepted in Beijing
A security incident has occurred in China involving Australian media travelling with Anthony Albanese ahead of the PM's meeting with President Xi.
Fresh push to ban sneaky fee for Aussies
The Reserve Bank of Australia has called for all credit and debit card charges to be banned in a move that will save Aussies $1.2bn.
Baby boy dies in suspected stabbing
A six-month-old baby has died from suspected stab wounds as police investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
Aussie towns marked for census testing
Thousands of Aussie homes across regional and metropolitan Australia have been selected to take part in the August pre-census test.
‘Delusional’: Housing target slammed
The opposition's acting housing spokesman says while it's a good thing to have a target, the goal of building 1.2 million homes is unrealistic.
Backpacker’s message after miracle survival
Days after being miraculously found alive in the unforgiving WA outback, German backpacker Carolina Wilga has revealed the toll the ordeal took on her health.
G Flip’s biggest tour yet – and a bold AFL grand final prediction
ARIA-winning singer-songwriter G Flip is going from strength to strength with a new album and tour - but might pay a big price for success.
Fresh push to ban sneaky fee for Aussies
Aussies could soon stop paying $1.2bn each year in sneaky surcharge fees with this simple change.
Libs last ditch effort to win contested seat
In a major development just a week before federal parliament resumes after the election, it has emerged the Liberal Party plans to launch a challenge to the result in Bradfield.
Man killed after helicopter collides with bird
A man has died in a freak accident after a helicopter struck a bird and made an emergency landing near a remote Northern Territory town.
Bitcoin soars past key milestone amid ETF surge
The world's leading cryptocurrency has surged past $US120,000 for the first time as investors pile into ETFs during US Crypto Week' policy deliberations.
Mum’s generous act after huge lotto win
After hitting a life-changing $24m lottery jackpot, a Queensland mum has revealed her surprising first move.
Key decision to decide Australia’s future
There is a way for Australia to move away from coal and remain the lucky country, but a key decision from China will determine our fate, one expert has warned.
Backpacker’s message after miracle survival
A German backpacker who disappeared in the WA outback has broken her silence after she was miraculously found alive.
‘Punched in the face’: Lawyer’s claim
A lawyer has claimed former Greens candidate Hannah Thomas was punched in the face" by an officer at an anti-Israel protest.
‘Doomsday-like scenes’ as birds drop dead
A wildlife crisis has unfolded in one major city where more than 200 birds were found dead in a suspected poisoning incident.
Chalmers backs ‘ambitious’ 1.2m homes goal
Despite a frank warning that Australia would not reach the 1.2 million homes target, Jim Chalmers said Labor could do more" and do better".
Driver stabbed in neck at bus station: Cops
A bus driver was rushed to hospital after he was allegedly stabbed in the neck during a shocking daylight attack at a local bus station.
‘Treasured’: Slain businessman laid to rest
A millionaire businessman allegedly murdered by a teenager at a house party has been remembered as a loving husband and father.
Son’s heartfelt farewell to Aussie icon
The son of an Aussie icon and beloved socialite has delivered a heartfelt eulogy about a woman who was wonderful, exuberant, engaging and loyal to the end".
Twiggy praises Albo’s iron mission
Mining magnate Twiggy Forrest has praised Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's attitude towards long-term business opportunities in the Australia-China relationship.
Tragic details of baby’s drowning in lake
A seven-month-old baby has died after being found in a lake at a Queensland campsite in what police have described as an unexplained" tragedy.
Axe-wielding man ‘won’t get out of bed’ after attack
A man who allegedly attacked a woman with an axe and hit her with her own sports car has refused to speak with lawyers or get out of bed, a court has been told.
Chalmers urged to hike taxes, homes warning
Jim Chalmers said he was pretty relaxed" after unredacted documents urged him to increase taxes and warned the housing target would not be met.
Albo’s port vow ahead of big Xi meet
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made a big call during his visit to China over the future of the Port of Darwin.
Sydney teen missing for more than a week
A young teenage girl has been missing from her home for more than a week, and there are concerns for her welfare.
Young woman fighting for life after crash
A young woman is in a critical condition after she was struck while on a pedestrian crossing in Sydney's west.
CBA exec connected with sex worker: court
A major update has emerged in the case against a senior Commonwealth Bank executive who is accused of trying to procure underage girls for sex.
‘Hidden problem’: Concern over dodgy ‘botox’
A hidden, scary' problem is lurking in the shadows of a multi-billion dollar industry in Australia.
Who is the worst Australian Prime Minister of the 21st century?
It's not an easy choice, we know. Since 2000, seven politicians have led this country - and all were regrettable in different ways.
‘Failure’: Labor blasted after Taiwan call
Nationals MPs Barnaby Joyce and David Littleproud teed off at the government for its support of the status quo" in Taiwan.
Brutal winter blast sparks warnings
A savage winter blast is sweeping across the country, bringing gale-force winds, icy temperatures and widespread weather alerts.
Treasury’s secret brief to Albanese government leaked
In an extraordinary blunder, Treasury's secret advice to the Albanese Government has accidentally been released - and there's some stunning recommendations.
Man found with gunshot wound after crash
A man has been found with a gunshot wound inside a car wreck in a Melbourne suburb, leaving him with life-threatening injuries.
‘Urgent’ forum to combat AI child abuse
Predators are using AI to abuse children at skyrocketing rates as experts meet for emergency talks.
Tripe’: Labor blasted after Taiwan call
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce fired off at the government for its support of the status quo" in Taiwan as the Prime Minister continues his six-day trip to China.
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