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Cops’ huge blitz on youth crime revealed
Police have issued a major warning as part of their huge crackdown on youth crime in one Aussie state - arresting 41 alleged offenders in a 7-day blitz.
Heartbreak after search for missing boy
Authorities have issued a tragic update in the search for a young boy reported missing from southwest Sydney.
Update after cops shot at in wild chase
A man sought by police over a western Sydney pursuit in which shots were fired at police has been apprehended interstate.
Key health challenge facing Labor as vote looms
One of Labor's biggest political boons might not be as mighty as Anthony Albanese hopes, as his government gears up for this year's federal vote.
Thieves bash shop staff in brazen act
Dramatic footage has emerged of supermarket staff being attacked and their store trashed by a group of thieves, forcing them to fight back.
‘Sabotaged’: Abbott’s explosive claim
Tony Abbott has blamed unelected" officials for his government's failure, claiming he was thwarted by a leftist establishment".
Stomach ache leads to wild discovery
Two men have been charged by the AFP after complaining of a stomach ache while travelling through a major Australian international airport.
How rogue cabbies ripping off Aussies
Some rogue cab drivers are getting away with fraudulent transactions, using a simple trick to get more money out of everyday Aussies.
‘Immense grief’: Shock as 22yo dies in sleep
An Aussie family has been left devastated" after the passing of the 22-year-old who died in his sleep on New Year's Eve.
Radical solution to Aussie Day drama
Controversy continues to dog the contested date of Australia Day, and two Aussie historians say there's only one real solution.
Qantas lagging behind in punctuality rankings
Airline punctuality rankings for 2024 show Qantas is falling behind the other global national carriers.
New trial to tackle dire issue
A new trial is underway as part of a push to address key issues disproportionately affecting Indigenous Australians.
Grim find after surfer attacked by shark
A grim discovery has been made after a surfer was reportedly attacked by a shark overnight.
Car thieves decked in dramatic footage
Wild footage has captured the moment a group of teens were cornered after allegedly stealing a luxury car - one being tackled to the ground.
Tragic end after search for missing boy, 5
There has been a tragic twist after an autistic five-year-old boy went missing from his Sydney home.
Man missing from Rio Tinto marine ship
A large-scale search is under way for a man who has been missing for a week from a Rio Tinto vessel travelling to Australia.
Teen charged over alleged hotel ambush
An elderly woman is recovering from injuries after three armed teens allegedly forced their way into her hotel room in regional NSW.
Search for surfer attacked by shark
A search remains under way for a surfer who was reportedly attacked by a shark overnight.
Radical solution to Aussie Day drama
Controversy continues to dog the contested date of January 26, and two Aussie historians say there's only one real solution.
Petrol boss hits back on price claims
Following calls for a fuel price inquiry, the petroleum marketers' boss has explained why Aussies are getting slugged at the bowser.
Woman attacked with sword during alleged carjacking
A man has been arrested after a woman was allegedly attacked with a samurai sword during a frightening carjacking attempt.
Family business gutted by New Year’s Eve fire
A family estimates they lost products worth hundreds of thousands of dollars when a fierce blaze destroyed their business on New Year's Eve.
Twist after bushfire exposed alleged drug crop
Police have levelled a wild new claim in court after two men were allegedly found fleeing a bushfire with trucks full of cannabis on Christmas Eve.
Ferrari crash at businessman’s former home
Chaos unfolded at the media personality's former Watsons Bay residence when a Ferrari smashed through the wall of the property, trapping a woman inside.
‘Un-Australian’: New Year warning for Aussies
Australians making moves to manifest their New Year's resolutions have been told to watch out for traps" which have been slammed as un-Australian".
Sydney losing the fireworks arms race
The Lord Mayor claimed Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations were the best yet' - but what did Aussies think in comparison to the rest of the world?
‘A great talent’: Showbiz whiz’s call on O'Keeffe comeback
Embattled media personality Andrew O'Keefe can 100 per cent be back on TV", according to one showbiz whiz - but he has to do this one thing first.
Ferrari smashes into podcaster’s former home
Chaos unfolded at the media personality's former Watsons Bay residence when a Ferrari smashed through the wall of the property, trapping a woman inside.
‘Crackdown’ looms after motorcycle deaths skyrocket
The safety of newly licensed motorcycle riders will be in the spotlight of proposed changes after another horror year on one state's roads.
Why Aussie house prices have dropped
National house prices have dropped for the first time in two years, with one state leading the downward pressure.
‘New tax’: Vehicle efficiency rules under fire
Carmakers need to meet higher standards after new rules came into force on New Year's Day, with one senior MP slamming the changes as a new tax'.
Man’s body found in burnt-out car
Two women have been charged with murder after a man's body was discovered inside a burnt-out car in the bush.
‘A great talent’: Showbiz whiz’s call on O'Keeffe comeback
Andrew O'Keefe was a household name before suffering a drug-fuelled fall from grace. But according to one celebrity expert, his time in the limelight is far from over.
‘Sick of it’: Penny drops on Australia Day as Woolworths reveals plans
After Woolies backtracked on its decision to stop selling Australia Day products, one commentator has theorised why Aussies are fed up" with the entire debate.
Police appeal to find ‘lost’ weapon
One state's police force has issued a public appeal to help find a weapon which they say was lost" during an operation.
Aussie cult leader preyed on children
An Australian doctor used his God-like" status to prey on the children of cult members with a panel of judges finding his explanation for the crimes was delusional and chilling".
Teen’s horror accident at tourist hotspot
A teenager has been rescued from a popular tourist hotspot following a horror diving incident on New Year's Eve.
Reason Aussies are ‘fed up’ with Aus Day debate
After Woolies backtracked on its decision to stop selling Australia Day products, one commentator has theorised why Aussies are fed up" with the entire debate.
Protesters allegedly spit on barista in NYE rally
Police are investigating allegations pro-Palestine protesters allegedly stole from a Melbourne Starbucks and spat on the barista in ugly scenes during a NYE rally.
Gov ignored tax warning on home prices
The Federal Government chose not to act on recommendations to review negative gearing and capital gains tax more than 20 years ago, new documents have revealed.
Grim reason young Aussies fleeing country
Aussies are making the difficult choice of leaving, as high house prices see them look for cheaper alternatives overseas.
Simple reasons Aussie workers are richer in 2025
Aussie workers are surprisingly better off after 2024 for one simple reason.
Man charged over alleged ambush named
A man charged over an alleged wild pursuit where officers took gunfire has fronted court - with police alleging in court documents why the 20-year-old was trying to break into a home while armed.
NYE blaze sends revellers fleeing
A roaring fire broke out on NYE, sparking chaos in a crowded celebration spot, as thousands more were leaving the area following an A-League game.
Vic bushfires expose alleged drug operation
Two men have been charged after allegedly trying to move a commercial quantity of cannabis away from the destructive Grampians bushfires.
Thousands fume over new tap water taste
Residents have vented frustration at bizarre changes to their tap water as authorities grapple with recent wild weather.
What’s open on New Year’s Day? Is Woolies, Coles open?
Looking for some supplies after the big New Year's Eve celebrations? Here's what's open and closed on the first day of 2025.
Robbie berates crowd at Sydney fireworks
Robbie Williams took to the stage ahead of the New Year's Eve midnight fireworks - before going on to berate revellers in the audience mid-performance.
‘Grassy’: Bizarre reason behind tap water changes
Residents have vented frustration at bizarre changes to their tap water as authorities grapple with recent wild weather.
Protesters allegedly spit on barista in NYE rally
Pro-Palestine protesters allegedly stole from a Melbourne Starbucks and spat on the barista in ugly scenes during a NYE rally.
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