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‘Extraordinary’ Higgins lashed over post
Senator Linda Reynolds has told a court of the odd" things Bruce Lehrmann said before he was fired, before the senator's lawyers lash Brittany Higgins for an Instagram post.
Scammer swindles huge sum from small biz
There's a disturbing trend of sophisticated scams swindling huge sums of money from honest Aussies, with the latest steal involving genuine-seeming invoices.
Workers told to get back into offices
The largest employer in the country has ordered its staff to get back into the office as working from home appears done for good.
Fight between sisters takes tragic turn
A learner driver should not receive any jail time over the horror death of her elder sister, a judge has been urged.
Doctor identified as crocodile attack victim
Police have found the remains of the missing doctor who was believed to have been taken by a large crocodile.
Man dies after horror ATV crash
A man has died in hospital days after a horror all-terrain vehicle crash on a rural property while herding livestock.
ASIO raises terror threat level in Australia
Australia's terror threat has been increased in part because of a deterioration of social cohesion exacerbated by social media.
Aussies to pay more for booze
In another blow for struggling Aussies, the cost of a pint, carton or spirit is rising from Monday, as alcohol tax hikes kick in.
Driver accused of CBD horror rampage
A driver accused of striking three pedestrians and colliding with two cars in a horror CBD car rampage has appeared in court.
Australia urged to step up Ukraine aid
Canberra should step up aid to Ukraine to counter an emerging authoritarian coalition, retired Australian major general says.
‘Probable’: ASIO raises Australia’s terror threat
Anthony Albanese has announced Australia's terrorist threat level is being increased from possible to probable" in the wake of spy agency warnings.
Albo lashed for Makarrata backdown
An architect of the Uluru Statement says Anthony Albanese's comments on the future of Makarrata on truth and treaty are confusing".
World reacts to landmark Australian case
A deeply complicated and tragic first-of-its-kind criminal case in Australia has sparked coverage in major media markets across the world.
Major new move after Rex collapse
The management of how airlines access Australia's biggest airport will be changed following Rex Airlines' collapse.
Suspect packages containing a ‘free health treatment’ from the government left in mailboxes
Suspicious packages purporting to contain a free health treatment from the government have been left in mailboxes in Sydney by an unknown man.
Housing crisis’ harrowing effect on kids
A staggering number of vulnerable children seeking help from homelessness services are being turned away, a new report has found.
4 men charged in two-day Bondi drug blitz
The men, who were all from Bondi were all from Bondi, or Bondi Beach were separately charged in a major two-day drug and domestic violence blitz.
Second person dies amid disease outbreak
A harmful disease spreading through a major city's outer suburbs has claimed the life of a second person.
Anxious wait on interest rate decision
Mortgage holders will be focused on the Reserve Bank's interest rates announcement on Tuesday afternoon following its latest board meeting.
Huge rates prediction ahead of RBA meeting
Mortgage payers have been warned against complacency, despite expected welcome news around Tuesday's all important cash rate announcement.
Man taken by croc while with wife, kids
The man was on an interstate holiday with his wife and children when he fell into a river, and is feared to have been taken by a large" crocodile.
Huge rates prediction ahead of RBA meeting
Mortgage payers have been warned against complacency, despite expected welcome news around Tuesday's all important cash rate announcement.
Albo under fire over ‘fuzzy’ Makarrata vow
Indigenous groups have raised questions over Anthony Albanese's commitment to Makarrata following the Voice referendum's failure last year.
Ex-principal’s vow after school abuse scandal
Alleged survivors of historical child sexual abuse say their potential was stolen as one state battles more than 800 cases of abuse.
Burke bites back at border security critics
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke says the Opposition is trashing" its credibility by lying about the government's handling of national security.
‘Bad news’: Jimmy Barnes shares shock health update
The wife of Aussie rock legend Jimmy Barnes has shared an update on his condition following an immediate" operation.
Harrowing moments cops, man murdered
Two police officers and an innocent civilian were gunned down at a rural property by a trio of crazed gunmen. Now, an inquest has been given a minute-by-minute account of the harrowing ordeal.
Kids go for gold in PM’s Spelling Bee
More than 35,000 Aussie students have been registered to take part in the Prime Minister's Spelling Bee, as the mother of last year's champion reveals how taking part in the competition helped her son.
Top cop to apologise to Indigenous community
One of Australia's top cops has said he is deeply sorry" for the police's historic injustices and harms towards Indigenous Australians, promising to work towards a better future.
Man feared dead after croc attack
A man is feared dead after being attacked by a crocodile at a popular fishing spot in Far North Queensland, with authorities combing the banks of the river in a desperate search.
Mine site rocked by horrific tragedy
A major investigation has been launched by safety authorities after a long-serving" and well-loved" worker died on a mining site.
Man charged after pedestrian in horror crash
Police have issued a major update after a woman in her 60s was allegedly struck and killed by a car while walking down the street.
Ozempic sister drug to be sold in Aus
The drug, which contains the same active ingredient as Ozempic and is approved to manage chronic weight conditions, will be sold in pharmacies from next week.
Olympic nation that doesn’t exist enduring a nightmare in Paris
It's constantly on your TV screen after competing in the Games for decades. But look this country up on a map and you won't find it.
Man given $10m in crypto bungle
A judge has been urged to jail a wannabe investor who spent millions he had been wrongly sent by a cryptocurrency exchange.
Sydney driver fined for breaking lesser-known road rule
A motorist has revealed the harsh way he discovered a little-known road rule.
Watchdog’s move to take over scandal-plagued union
The Fair Work Commission has on Friday launched legal proceedings in a bid to appoint an independent administrator to the beleaguered CFMEU.
Albo lashed for Makarrata backdown
Two key architects of the Uluru Statement say Anthony Albanese's comments on the future of Makarrata are confusing".
Widow’s haunting triple-0 call revealed
The chilling audio of a woman reporting thick black smoke and flames approaching her property moments before her husband was shot dead has been revealed.
Cops pounce on 900kg of meth
Police have taken nearly nine million hits of meth off Australian streets with a huge seizure in one state.
‘Need to diet’: Woman’s explosive claims
A woman long disillusioned" by a political party in one state has made explosive allegations after quitting in disgust.
Senator Reynolds to take stand in battle with Higgins
Senator Linda Reynolds is expected to take the stand on the second day of a blockbuster defamation trial against former staffer Brittany Higgins.
Real reason you can’t buy a house
It's no secret Australia's property market is in crisis, with prices absolutely out of control - but what's really to blame for the problem?
‘Escalation’: Risk for Aussies in US election
The world is facing the very real possibility of a second Donald Trump presidency - and it would have huge impacts on Australia.
Cops order arrest of Paul Hogan’s grandson
Police are seeking the arrest of the Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan's grandson as he faces multiple criminal charges.
Woman dies from legionnaires’ disease
A woman has died after contracting a dangerous disease as health authorities battle the worst outbreak seen in more than two decades.
Incredible call on rate cut ‘before Christmas’
Relief could be on the way for mortgage holders across the country as experts tip a rate cut might be on the cards before Christmas.
Queen Mary’s sweet move for Aussies
The Australian-born Queen made a surprise appearance to share her support for the Australian Olympic swimming team following their relay win.
WhatsApp twist in Higgins case
Senator Linda Reynolds claims Brittany Higgins planned to damage her reputation, as a blockbuster defamation trial between the pair kicks off.
Ex-principal’s vow after school abuse scandal
An ex-principal has vowed to continue his support of survivors of historical child abuse, with one alleged survivor saying the abuse stole his potential".
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