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How Sussan Ley revived her career after multiple scandals
The woman tasked with rebuilding the Liberal Party was forced to resign from the frontbench almost a decade ago after a dirt unit" produced a scandalous dossier.
Dennis to learn fate after wife’s death
The devastated family of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins delivered an emotional statement outside court after her husband and fellow Olympian Rohan Dennis was sentenced.
$61 million find in yacht from Vanuatu
Officers have charged two men with importing a commercial quantity of cocaine after 247kgs of the drug was found hidden in a yacht.
Missing ballots found at AEC worker’s home
Almost 2000 ballots that went missing on election night have been found at the Sydney home of a temporary AEC worker.
Shock over bus crash driver’s next move
Family members of a young woman killed in a fatal CBD bus crash have voiced their shock in court upon learning the bus driver charged over the death will fight the charge.
Dennis to learn fate after wife’s death
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has been sentenced in court following the tragic death of his wife and fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.
‘Back to basics’: Senior Lib’s call on new leader
One of the most senior women in the Liberal Party has weighed in on Sussan Ley's historic election as party leader.
Major update after carpark stabbing
A man was allegedly stabbed in a confrontation in the carpark of an apartment building, leaving him with serious injuries.
Couple killed in ‘freak’ Mother’s Day tragedy
Young parents who died in a freak accident" on a major highway are being mourned, with loved ones saying they are together forever now".
‘Fluorescent blight’: Cops’, residents’ bid to stop McDonald’s opening in Redfern
Police have have made a huge call as plans are drawn up to open a McDonald's in the heart of a historic Sydney suburb.
Poisonous mushrooms difficult to identify: expert
Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial has been told of a significant increase in calls to the Victorian poisons centre about mushroom exposures in recent years.
Court D-Day for Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis
Champion cyclist Rohan Dennis will be sentenced in court today for driving recklessly before the death of his wife and fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.
Ex-soldier and Perth father Adam Lusk appeals horrific rape crimes
The Perth father was handed one of the longest prison terms in WA after he was found to have drugged and filmed the rape of multiple women.
Find out how a playlist could impact your safety behind the wheel
The music you listen to while on the road can have a devastating impact on your driving. Find out which songs can cause drivers to speed.
Firebrand senator hints at PM ambitions
Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has hinted she might hold ambitions for the top job in politics, suggesting many Australians would love' to see her in the role of PM.
Man wrongly arrested twice over misspelt name
Western Australian police have been blasted after an investigation found how officers had mistakenly locked up the same man after misspelling his name.
‘Obliged’: Reynolds’ new claim in Higgins case
In new legal filings, the Liberal Senator's legal team argues she has suffered, and is continuing to suffer, loss and damage".
ASX jumps on latest Trump move
A rally in energy stocks has helped drive the ASX 200 to an 11-week high as investors jumped back into shares following a US-China trade deal.
Man stabbed in apartment car park
A man has allegedly been stabbed after he became involved in an altercation at an apartment building on the NSW Central Coast.
Memorial for missing officer Jay Notaro
Family, friends, colleagues and colleagues have been invited to honour police officer Jay Notaro, who went missing while surfing in Byron Bay in March.
Aussie IVF mum chooses sex of fourth child
An Aussie mum has sparked a national debate after she travelled to the US for fertility treatment to choose the gender of her fourth child.
‘No Silver bullet’: Grim RBA rate call
Households need more than a rate cut to feel like they are in control of their finances with the strain on some households tipped to last until early 2026.
‘Ready’: Greens celebrate lonely victory
The Greens have officially won back the inner Brisbane seat of Ryan, with victor Elizabeth Watson-Brown pledging to push Labor' on stronger climate action.
‘Anarchy’: Police drop charges against pro-Palestine group who clashed with Jews in shocking video
Police in Victoria have made a surprising decision after a disturbing incident between protesters was caught on viral video.
Albo’s brag as new-look ministry sworn in
Anthony Albanese has wasted no time in spruiking Labor's positive agenda" after his new ministry was sworn in.
Touching act for missing police officer
Family, friends, colleagues and colleagues have been invited to honour police officer Jay Notaro, who went missing while surfing in Byron Bay in March.
Russia blamed for downing of Flight MH17
A UN aviation body has found Russia was responsible for MH17 being shot down over Ukraine in an attack that killed 298 people, including 38 Australians.
‘Blatantly contradictory’: Shock Jones claim
The former 2GB host is facing 35 separate charges before the Downing Centre Local Court.
‘Body box’ killer’s ‘despicable’ act
A remorseless killer who murdered his flatmate and left her to rot in a body box" has learned his fate for his despicable" acts.
Cop’s eerie coincidence with Morcombe killer
In an extraordinary twist, a detective reveals how he was involved in the arrest of murderer Brett Peter Cowan - not once, but twice.
Breakthrough on e-scooter laws in Aussie state
E-scooters could soon be allowed on paths and suburban roads in one Aussie state for the first time under long-awaited reforms.
Airline launches giant international sale
A major airline has dropped prices on flights to Asian tourist hotspots, giving Aussies a chance to escape the winter chill for a bargain price.
Cops’ ‘failure’ before ‘humiliating’ strip search: court
A breakdown in training and supervision in a state's police force led to a woman's humiliating" strip search, a court has been told.
Albo, new-look cabinet sworn in
Anthony Albanese and his new-look frontbench have been sworn in at Government House.
Battle of supermarket giants heats up
Shoppers are set to benefit as Australia's biggest supermarkets go head-to-head with price cuts on essentials.
Verdict reached in ‘body box’ murder trial
A jury deliberating in the trial of a man accused of murdering his flatmate - before storing her body in a body box" on a balcony for 10 months - has reached a verdict.
Alleged poisoner quizzed on mushrooms: court
A doctor tasked with interviewing Erin Patterson about the fatal mushroom lunch has detailed how the alleged poisoner told her she used the entire lot".
First woman named Liberals leader
After days of infighting, the Liberals have cast ballots for a new leader. But not everyone will be happy with the historic result.
Punk rocker Sussan Ley the frontrunner for Lib leadership
She played the role of a straight-faced solid deputy throughout Dutton's campaign. But now she's showing off a lesser-known side.
Watch live: PM, cabinet sworn in
Anthony Albanese and his new-look frontbench have been sworn in at Government House.
Mushroom murder trial to resume after day off
Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial is expected to return to court after jurors were given a day off for things happening behind the scenes".
‘Battle of the duds’: Brutal call on Libs vote
As Liberals flock to Parliament House to vote for a new leader, Jim Chalmers has dished out scathing remarks about the candidates.
Watch live: PM, cabinet sworn in
Anthony Albanese and his new-look frontbench are being sworn in at Government House. Watch live here.
Two people killed in highway crash
A man and a woman have died after being struck by a car in an emergency lane of a major highway.
Liberals senator Hollie Hughes in fiery clash with Greens David Shoebridge on energy policy
A Liberal and Greens senator have traded insults as they clashed over energy policy during an appearance on Q+A.
Teal Monique Ryan retains Kooyong, Liberals win Bradfield despite teal fight
Two of the tightest races between the teals and Liberals in the federal election appear to have been resolved, nine days after Australians voted.
Sacred rocks graffitied by vandals
Vandals have graffitied sacred Aboriginal rocks with spray paint in Victoria's Alpine region over the weekend, angering the local community.
Melbourne is growing so rapidly it’s on track to be the same size as New York City
A major Australian city is growing so rapidly its population will soon be on par with New York City - and it's not going to cope.
Shock figure linked to common act
Motorists in one state have been warned police will be looking out for anyone speeding this week.
Albo to travel to Rome for Pope’s inauguration
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to Rome to attend Pope Leo XIV's inauguration mass and meet with foreign leaders.
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