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School-aged child killed in head-on highway crash
A major arterial highway has been closed after a young child was killed in a horror head-on crash.
Newborn fighting for life after ‘freebirth’ gone wrong
A newborn baby is in a critical condition after what's believed to be a freebirth' - giving birth without medical help - gone wrong.
Wild footage of speed camera attack
Shocking footage has surfaced of men attacking a mobile speed camera in Melbourne, hurling rocks and a wheelie bin as a worker sat inside.
New Bruce Lehrmann claim revealed
Bruce Lehrmann's lawyers say he should be paid damages even if he is found to have lied about having sex with Brittany Higgins.
People trapped on Movie World rollercoaster
A loose scarf has been blamed for a rollercoaster failure at Movie World on the Gold Coast, which trapped thrill seekers for some time.
Speed van forced to flee after alleged attack
The driver of a speed van has been forced to flee after a terrifying alleged attack by a group of men on a suburban street.
PM hits back over ex-Qantas boss meeting
The Prime Minister has called criticism of a previously-unreported meeting with former Qantas boss Alan Joyce absurd".
‘Naked, drunk, alone’: Claim on Lehrmann act
Lisa Wilkinson's lawyers have argued Brittany Higgins was left naked and alone after her alleged rape.
Rain to lash Australia’s east ‘for weeks’
Huge parts of Australia's east coast could be in for weeks of rain before the threat of bushfires and extreme temperatures" return.
Melbourne rocked by stabbing rampage
One woman is fighting for life and three people are being treated for injuries following a spate of stabbings in Melbourne.
Easy way you can add $10k to savings
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Rain to lash Australia’s east ‘for weeks’
Swathes of Australia's eastern seaboard could be in for weeks of rain before the threat of bushfires and extreme temperatures" return.
Huge fire engulfs Sydney e-bike factory
An e-bike factory in Sydney has been destroyed by a huge fire which broke out in the early hours of Friday morning.
Cabbie, 5-star hotel ruse exposed
Staff from five-star hotels have allegedly been colluding with taxi drivers to overcharge guests, stinging them with fares of up to $90 for an 8km trip.
Call to match cheap FNQ flight offer
Cheap flights to Far North Queensland are being offered to boost tourism after the devastating floods, and now another hotspot wants in on the action.
Top tips to save money in 2024
Want to get a jump start on your savings for 2024 but don't know how? Here's a guide on how to get started.
Infant killed after being hit by ute at lakeside holiday park
A one-year-old child has been killed after they were reportedly run down by a ute at a busy holiday park.
‘Absolute tragedy’: Train hits elderly tourist
Distressed passengers watched on in horror as the 89-year-old was struck and killed by the packed tourist train.
Man charged with sexual assault of 76yo
Police have charged a man after he allegedly broke into an aged care facility and sexually assaulted a 76-year-old resident.
‘Automotive lovefest’ attracts more than 120k
More than 120,000 motorsport fans from across the country have gathered for an automotive lovefest".
Twist in Warner’s baggy green saga
Retiring cricketer David Warner has rejoiced at the return of his prized baggy green, the second time the iconic cap has gone missing.
New premier lashed for ScoMo moment
A newly installed premier has defended his choice to go on a family holiday while a large part of the state was ravaged by devastating floods.
Man stabbed to death walking to bus stop
An intellectually disabled man who was the life of the party" was allegedly stabbed to death by a stranger while walking to catch a bus.
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.
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