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Men flee scene of crash, leave teen to die
A 17-year old is fighting for his life after being abandoned by a driver and another passenger in a hit-and-run collision.
Death cap toxins found in dehydrator: court
Samples taken from a dehydrator were found to contain toxins exclusively" linked to death cap mushrooms, Victoria's chief toxicologist has told Erin Patterson's trial.
Treasurer’s line in the sand over workers compo scheme
The NSW Treasurer wants the workers compensation scheme reformed, saying billions are being spent keeping it afloat, but has angered state employees.
Woman charged after allegedly making bomb hoaxes to childcare centres
A woman charged after she allegedly made five bomb hoaxes to local childcare centres and a primary school will face court next month.
‘Failing’: Bold claim about workers comp
Controversial plans to reform workers compensation that the unions say will abandon" sufferers of psychological injury is facing a major public test.
Most prefer to de-stress with pets over partners, new research finds
A majority of people prefer to de-stress in the company of their pets, according to new research, while partners, family and friends aren't even a close second.
Woman charged after car crashed into a Melbourne primary school, killing a boy
A woman has been charged after her car allegedly crashed into a schoolyard, leaving an 11-year-old boy dead and a number of other children injured.
Accused coke ringleader’s court setback
Allegations against a man charged over an alleged plot to import 900kg of cocaine into Australia - which ended up washing up across the east coast - have been detailed in court.
Horror as woman injured in chemical attack
A search is under way for a woman who has allegedly splashed another woman in the face with an unknown chemical in what police say was an unprovoked attack.
Qantas announces new international route
Qantas will relaunch international flights from a major Aussie city with direct flights to a cosmopolitan Pacific city and a connecting hop to New York City.
Wealthy squatter house lawyer denies forging wills in ‘high-stakes’ battle over $20 million fortune
A wealthy squatter's rights' lawyer has emerged at the centre of another bizarre court case involving allegedly forged' wills in a fight over the multimillion-dollar fortune.
Apology for photo of nurse
This apology pertains to an article published in March, 2025.
New Qantas business class lounge revealed
Qantas has revealed a surprise aesthetic design theme inside a brand new lounge which will be an experience for passengers like nothing else".
Greens choose Larissa Waters to replace Adam Bandt as leader
The newly elected Greens leader is calling on Labor to be bold", warning Anthony Albanese the minor party holds the balance of power in the Senate.
New Qantas business class lounge revealed
Some surprise aesthetic design themes inform the new Qantas business class lounge at Adelaide Airport, with acclaimed chef Neil Perry on hand to mark the opening.
Horror caravan crash on Qld highway
A car towing a caravan has crashed and rolled down an embankment on a Queensland highway.
Police hunt synagogue arson suspects
Police have released dramatic footage showing masked suspects dousing a Melbourne synagogue in accelerant before setting it alight in a politically motivated attack.
Greens makes surprise call on new leader
The Greens have made a surprise call on who will be their next leader after an election wipe-out.
Seven boss leaves for surprise new job
Channel 7's news boss Anthony De Ceglie is leaving the network after a little more than a year to take up a surprising new role.
Greens choose Larissa Waters to replace Adam Bandt as leader
The Greens have picked their new leader after Adam Bandt's shock unseating at the May 3 federal election.
Judge’s ‘grave concerns’ in strip search class action
A judge presiding over the case of a woman suing over a strip search at a popular music festival has told the court she has grave concerns".
Shock jump in Australia’s employment rate
A staggering number of Australians have found a new job in the month of April, but it could impact houses.
‘Panic selling’ begins to avoid Labor’s $3 million super tax
Treasurer Jim Chalmers' looming superannuation tax changes have already sparked a flight for the exits as wealthy retirees scramble to move their money.
The Greens consider trio of female leaders to replace Bandt
The Greens are voting for their next leader after an election wipe-out, but they are considering a very unusual move.
Channel 7’s news boss Anthony De Ceglie is expected to leave the network to take up position with NRL Perth Bears
Channel 7's news boss Anthony De Ceglie is leaving the network after a little more than a year to take up a surprising new role.
‘Didn’t have any info’: GP thought killer ‘was well’
Joel Cauchi's GP would have been very concerned" if he knew the killer's mother had flagged decline in his mental health after his medications were ceased, but he had no idea.
‘Nasty’: Alleged poisoner’s claim to worker
Erin Patterson told a child protection worker her husband had become nasty" in recent months, her triple-murder trial has been told.
Fresh blow to ex-MP fighting child sex charges
A former Liberal MP charged with child sex offences after allegedly meeting a boy on a gay hook-up app is back behind bars on remand.
Shock jump in Australia’s employment rate
A staggering amount of Australians have found a new job in the month of April, but it could impact houses.
Two women swept out to sea identified
A small community continues to grieve two friends who have been identified as the fishers who were swept into the sea on Tuesday.
Grim warning on Coalition’s future
A senior Nationals senator has cast doubt on the Coalition's future with a sobering warning to her Liberal Party colleagues.
Major law changes for pet owners
Alterations to Australian law will change the game for pet owners on the verge of separation. Here's a breakdown.
‘Not a happy person’: Rohan Dennis spoke of mental health issues years before Melissa Hoskins death
Rohan Dennis seemed to have everything going for him, but an ominous interview before his wife's death revealed what was happening behind the scenes.
23yo’s sickening death that rocked Australia
More than two decades after a young woman was murdered and her remains set alight - the killer is still on the loose. Here's what you need to know.
Woman jumps off balcony to escape house fire
A woman has been forced to leap from a balcony to escape from a terrible" fire that ripped through several homes, destroying one.
Liberal nuclear policy under ‘review’
In a terse exchange with Sarah Ferguson, the newly elected Liberal deputy Ted O'Brien has told ABC's 7.30 the controversial policy up in the air.
Melbourne council to remove Catptain Cook statue after repeat vandalism
The monument, in a Melbourne park, was described as of little or no significance".
Libs’ nuclear architect mum on its future
The Liberal Party's new deputy leader won't commit to the controversial nuclear energy policy he devised and championed after the election wipe out.
Alleged mushroom poisoner was ill: doctor
The woman accused of poisoning four relatives with a beef Wellington lunch was suffering an illness when she checked herself into hospital, a doctor has told her triple-murder trial.
Family returns from holiday to find ‘drunk’ squatter sitting on their couch
A Shepparton family say they have lost everything" after returning from a three-week holiday to find to find their home overtaken by squatters.
Tragic update after infamous Covid incident
Disturbing footage of police throwing a man into the ground during Melbourne's Covid lockdown went viral. Now, there's been a tragic update.
BRS to learn fate over war crimes claims
The Federal Court will deliver its decision on the application to reopen the appeal on Friday morning.
Dawn Fraser reveals ‘My heart stopped’
Australia's first golden girl Dawn Fraser has opened up about the fall that left her in hospital for five months and her long road to recovery.
The Greens consider trio of female leaders to replace Bandt
The Greens have reportedly been ruminating over a pathway forward that would see the party execute a political throuple act.
Anti-abortion activist accused of political bullying
Liberal and Labor leaders in one Australian state have slammed an anti-activist campaigner over allegations of misinformation and bullying.
Teal’s shock bounce back in nailbiter race
Bradfield had been tipped to stay in Liberal hands, but an influx of postal votes has put the key Sydney seat back in play, while another seat has been called.
‘Fun police’: City of Sydney blames ‘climate change’ for a ban on large events in public parks
Efforts to shift Sydney's notorious reputation for being anti-fun have suffered a severe setback, with a ban on major events due to climate change".
Dozens die from melioidosis disease outbreak in northern Queensland
An outbreak of a soil borne disease in northern Queensland after heavy rain events has resulted in dozens of deaths this year.
Teal’s shock bounce back in nailbiter race
Bradfield had been tipped to stay in Liberal hands, but an influx of postal votes has put the key Sydney seat back in play.
Woman dead, two trapped after crash
A driver has died and two people have been freed after a two-car collision in the Northern Territory.
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