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Updated 2025-04-08 23:34
Sliver of hope for Aussie homebuyers
House prices are expected to rise yet again in 2025 - but there could be a brief window of hope for those looking to crack the market.
Couple drowns saving daughter from rip
A community is mourning a husband and wife who drowned while trying to save their daughter after she got caught in a dangerous rip at a picturesque beach.
Teen’s notes reveal alleged terror plots, court told
A young university hopeful allegedly left a series of notes detailing plans for a school shooting and bombing, saying he had run out of excuses for those responsible".
Group of teens watched cops alleged savage beating
A police officer was allegedly attacked by a teenager while surrounded by a large group of youths outside a major stadium.
Two people drown at regional beach
Two people have drowned and a third person has hospitalised after being pulled from the water at a picturesque beach.
Body found in Tasmania’s far southwest
The body of a bushwalker has been discovered on a notoriously difficult hiking trail in Tasmania.
‘Underestimated’: Albo defiant amid poor polling
End of year polling is predicting a tough election year ahead for Anthony Albanese, but he refuses to be daunted.
Property losses expected to mount in devastating Grampians bushfires
Residents have begun to calculate the damage done by bushfires the size of Singapore' which are expected to continue wreaking havoc for weeks.
Slither of hope for first home buyers
House prices are expected to rise yet again in 2025 - but there could be a brief window of hope for those looking to crack the market.
Urgent search for missing swimmer
A wide-scale search continues for a man who was last seen entering the ocean on Boxing Day, as multiple drownings have been reported across NSW this week.
‘Heavy heart’: Popular restaurant closes forever
The popular eatery has been in business for seven years but announced its decision to pull the plug right before Christmas, much to the dismay of locals.
Vital reason Aussies need emergency plan
A concerning number of Aussies don't have an emergency plan during storm season, even though one in three people will experience some sort of disaster.
‘Underestimated’: Albo defiant amid poor polling
End of year polling is predicting a tough election year ahead for Anthony Albanese, but he refuses to be daunted.
Road train smashes into buildings, cars in South Australia’s oldest country town
The driver allegedly drove off before being caught by authorities in a nearby town.
Warning amid fresh spate of drownings
A tragic spate of drowning incidents along Australia's east coast has sparked a fresh warning to beachgoers over the holiday period.
Man’s body found in burnt-out car
A woman has been charged with murder after a man's body was found in the passenger seat of a burnt-out car.
Property losses expected to mount in devastating Grampians bushfires
Residents have begun to calculate the damage done by bushfires which have reached the size of Singapore' and are expected to continue to burn for weeks.
Eight buildings razed in devastating Grampians bushfires
Parts of the damage caused by huge bushfires that are still expected to burn for weeks have now been revealed.
Vital reason Aussies need emergency plan
A concerning amount of Aussies don't have an emergency plan during storm season, despite one in three people expected to experience some sort of disaster.
‘Bong-wielding man’ goes berserk on highway in Brisbane
A well-known wildlife expert was attacked with what appears to be a bong in a bizarre road rage incident.
Human trafficking trend that’s alarming authorities
The Australian Federal Police have lifted the lid on the number of people it has charged this year, which included a concerning spike in alleged human trafficking arrests.
Sam Kerr’s grandmother Coral hit by car in Perth
Sam Kerr's grandmother Coral Kerr was left in a critical condition on Friday after being struck by a car metres from her home in Perth's southeast.
Tragic details emerge after house fire
The body of a woman in her 70s has been found inside a home that was destroyed in a horrific fire.
Sailors killed in Sydney to Hobart tragedy identified
The two sailors tragically killed overnight during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race have been identified.
Man killed in horror drowning at popular beach
A man could not be revived after he and another man were pulled from the surf by brave bystanders.
‘Entitled’ locals blasted over beach party
A local cafe owner urged against a nanny state" ban after 15,000 revellers left piles of rubbish at a beach party bash.
Bushfire ‘size of Singapore’ set to burn for weeks
The Victorian Premier has had some choice words for her constituents as a fire which is estimated to be the size of Singapore' continues to raze the state.
Residents warned it is ‘too late’ as bushfires rage
Residents in parts of Victoria have been told they are in danger" and need to act immediately to survive" as bushfires tear through the state.
Cafe owner ‘hates’ public holidays too
A cafe owner has been forced to defend a reviled price increase amid backlash from Aussies over the holiday period.
Human trafficking numbers that are alarming authorities
The Australian Federal Police have lifted the lid on the number of people it has charged this year, which included a concerning spike in human trafficking numbers.
Kayaker drowns in Boxing Day tragedy
A man's body has been pulled out of the water by members of the public at a picturesque nature reserve.
Bushfire ‘size of Singapore’ set to burn for weeks
Authorities warn fierce bushfires that are estimated to have become the size of Singapore' could continue to burn for weeks.
Frist photos of yacht crew after Sydney to Hobart tragedy
Police have revealed how two people died overnight in the Sydney to Hobart race, as one of the crews returns to shore for the first time.
‘Never again’: Vow after Xmas beach bash
Residents of a stunning seaside suburb were left furious after 15,000 people flocked to a tiny beach to celebrate Christmas Day with an insane' party.
‘Size of Singapore’: Massive bushfire warning Grampians National Park bushfire now ‘size of Singapore’ as blaze rages on
Residents have been warned fierce bushfires that are estimated to have reached the size of Singapore" could keep burning for weeks.
Man killed in Christmas Day tragedy
The death of a teenager in a Christmas Day explosion has prompted renewed warnings about using fireworks ahead of New Year's Eve.
‘Race will continue’ after Sydney to Hobart sailors killed: organisers
Organisers have vowed the Sydney to Hobart yacht race will continue after two sailors died and another was flung overboard on its first night.
‘Size of Singapore’: Massive bushfire warning Grampians National Park bushfire now ‘size of Singapore’ as blaze rages on
More residents have been told it is too late for them to flee as raging bushfires grow to the size of Singapore".
Qantas investigating Xmas Day ‘U-turn’
Qantas is investigating a mechanical issue that forced a flight to be diverted mid-air while over Antarctica on Christmas Day.
Gauntlet thrown over Liberal leadership in Boxing Day call
A surprise phone call on Boxing Day has paved the way for a showdown over the Liberal Party leadership in one Australian state.
Horror after two dead during Sydney to Hobart
Two people have died in separate incidents during the Sydney to Hobart yacht race overnight.
Man hospitalised in serious condition after Sydney beach party
A man remains in a serious but stable condition after he slipped while trying to jump off a cliff at a Christmas Day beach party.
Residents warned to act as bushfires rage
Residents in parts of Victoria have been told to leave their homes immediately or take shelter as hot and windy conditions increase the threat of bushfires.
Major change to Medicare coming in 2025
A big change is coming to how Australians will access their Medicare services in 2025.
Why Samantha Murphy’s case is at a standstill
Samantha Murphy's disappearance quickly became one of Australia's high-profile missing persons cases - but the progress of the case has the nation frustrated.
Major change to Medicare coming in 2025
A big change is coming to how Australians will access their Medicare services in 2025.
Millions on high alert as bushfires grow
Residents in parts of Victoria are being urged to seek immediate shelter or evacuate as extreme Boxing Day weather conditions raise fire danger across several states.
‘Never again’: Vow after Xmas beach bash
Locals have been left furious after 15,000 people flocked to a tiny beach to celebrate Christmas Day with an insane' party.
‘Underwear’: Alleged crim’s wish list after Xmas fire
A man is suspected of setting himself alight outside a fast food venue on Christmas morning after singed underwear and clothing were found at the scene.
What’s open in Sydney over Christmas and New Year’s Eve
If you're needing to stock up after Christmas or want to snap up a bargain in the Boxing Day sales, this is your full guide to today's trading hours.
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