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Big problem with Albo’s electorate
Labor wants to win a majority government, but new data shows it already represents half of Australia's least affordable areas to live in.
‘No creativity’: Coalition’s housing crisis fix
The Coalition says it has a way to get hundreds of thousands of aspiring homeowners on the property ladder with one quick change.
Federal election live: Donald Trump confirms Anthony Albanese has been ‘calling’
The US President said he's yet to take Anthony Albanese's call, confirming he's aware the Prime Minister has been trying to contact him.
Spa owner smashed over Insta rant
A Northern Territory business owner has apologised after posting a video claiming sugar addiction was behind the alleged murder of Linford Feick.
Albanese, Dutton campaign on day 33 of May 3 election
Anthony Albanese will step away from blitzing marginal seats to take centre stage at a traditional pre-election event Peter Dutton is expected to shun.
Mushroom murder trial to hear crown’s case
The trial of alleged triple-killer Erin Patterson is set to hear the prosecution case against the mother-of-two and her response to the allegations.
‘Just horrific’: Dutton recounts dark memory
Peter Dutton has shared a traumatic memory from his time as a police officer - in the name of highlighting an important challenge Australia faces.
Chilling gunshot message sent to candidate
A candidate competing in the federal election says he has been sent a disturbing audio message featuring the sound of gunshots.
Former CFMEU bosses plead guilty to bribery
Father and son duo and former leaders of the NSW CFMEU branch Darren and Michael Greenfield have admitted to accepting bribes in a Sydney court.
‘Dumb and dangerous’: The Barefoot Investor slams Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton
One of Australia's top finance gurus has torn shreds off Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese's key policies.
Teens among hikers winched to safety
A 14-year-old girl was treated for hypothermia after a group of hikers were stranded overnight in Morton National Park by heavy rain and fog.
Body found on a boat on major city river
Major crime detectives have launched an investigation after a body was discovered on a boat moored on a river in a major city.
Awkward detail in Liberals’ election campaign
An uncomfortable truth has lingered over the Liberal Party campaign.
Woman fatally scalded in 60C bath
A vulnerable young woman who was non-verbal and had multiple disabilities was fatally scalded during a bath in 2022.
Chilling gunshot message sent to candidate
A disturbing audio message of gunshots has been sent to a candidate competing in the federal election.
Big election issue for young voters revealed
Gen Z and Millennial voters are now the largest voting block in Australia and a new poll has delivered a clear warning to the major parties about what they want.
Alleged ‘body box’ killer’s police claim
The mother of a woman found dead in a body box" on a balcony has appeared at court, telling a jury how her daughter would tell her she was safe" every day.
Alleged ‘body box’ killer’s police claim
A man accused of murdering his flatmate and putting her body in a box allegedly told police he did not regret it' and asked if he was convincing', a court has heard.
Candidate under fire for wage comment
A Liberal candidate has come under fire for his comments about piece rates for fruit pickers.
AFL great Andrew Krakouer farewelled
Hundreds of mourners gathered at the Swan Districts Football Club to farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer, who died last month aged just 42.
Jury chosen for mushroom murder trial
The group of Victorians set to hear the crown case against alleged triple-killer Erin Patterson - and her response to the charges - has been determined.
Aussie restaurants named best in the world
Aussies don't have to go overseas for a good feed, as two local restaurants are now listed among the best in the world.
Virgin boss’ next move revealed
Jayne Hrdlicka has confirmed her next move after stepping down as Virgin Australia chief executive.
Tragic truth hidden inside this seemingly ordinary public phone in Melbourne’s inner-city
This stock-standard public phone in Melbourne's inner-north hides a dark secret that shows these symbols of yesteryear are far from obsolete.
How jury will be picked for mushroom murder trial
The process of selecting the jury to hear the trial of accused triple-murderer Erin Patterson has begun. Here's how it will unfold.
‘Grating’: Former PM Tony Abbott denounces Welcome to Country ceremonies
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has weighed in on the Welcome to Country debate, taking aim at the major airlines.
Virginia Giuffre’s lawyer makes bombshell claim about her shock death
The barrister representing Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre has sensationally cast doubt on the trafficking survivor's cause of death.
Joel Evans’ fiance reveals pregnancy in heart breaking post
The fiancee of a motocross star killed in a horror crash has revealed her pregnancy in a heart breaking post mourning his death.
Cop breaks down over Bondi attack
A hero cop who shot Bondi killer Joel Cauchi has broken down as she spoke about the nightmare incident.
140kg of cocaine hidden in marine engines
A man has been charged after police made a disturbing discovery in two wooden crates that arrived in Brisbane from overseas.
‘Grating’: Former PM Tony Abbott denounces welcome to country ceremonies
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has said what happened on January 26, 1788 was wonderful" in an interview denouncing welcome to country ceremonies.
Proof Dutton just doesn’t get it
With just days to go before droves of still-undecided voters pick up the pencil, this one awkward guess from Peter Dutton has proved disastrous.
Trumpet of Patriots’ Harry Fong enrages Aussies with ‘spam’ texts
Aussies have had their phones blown up this week by spam texts from Trumpet of Patriots, leaving many asking: How is this legal?'
Alleged mushroom murders trial set to begin
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson's trial over the death of her in-laws following a mushroom lunch is set to begin on Tuesday.
Hero cop’s incredible move in Bondi attack
A hero cop moved women and children out of harm's way just before a stray bullet landed in the area as she shot Bondi killer Joel Cauchi.
PM attacks ratings agency over spending splurge criticism
Anthony Albanese has hit back at global credit agency S&P for warning that lavish election promises put Australia's AAA rating at risk, as a new poll drops. LIVE UPDATES
Welcome to Country tension erupts on Q and A
Debate over Welcome to Country ceremonies collapsed into acrimony on the ABC's Q and A on Monday night, with accusations of gutter politics' spilling out.
Albanese, Dutton on day 33 of May 3 election campaign
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has hit out at what he claims is a biased" media pack who are pandering to Greens voters.
Tributes to slain surfers one year on
Perth brothers and their American friend, killed one year ago while surfing in Mexico, are being remembered by their loved ones.
‘What’s the answer?’: PM accused of dodging questions
Anthony Albanese's pre-election interview on 7.30 was sometimes testy, as host Sarah Ferguson repeatedly sought clearer answers.
Calls for spy agency to probe foreign interference concerns
Australia's electoral watchdog and spy agency are being called on to investigate potential foreign interference in the election over allegations a group linked to the Chinese Communist Party told people to vote for MP Monique Ryan.
‘Thrown under bus’: Claim ahead of BRS retrial
Disgraced veteran Ben Roberts-Smith will return to the federal court this week as he seeks a defamation retrial bid.
Dire measles outbreak hits major state
One state's measles numbers continue to rise with infected travellers arriving on major international flights over the past week.
Chilling long weekend figure revealed
The startling figure comes as more than 700 drunk and drug drivers were caught in one state over the long weekend.
Calls for spy agency to probe foreign interference concerns; PM heckled
Australia's electoral watchdog and spy agency are being called on to investigate potential foreign interference in the election over allegations a group linked to the Chinese Communist Party told people to vote for Teal MP Monique Ryan. LIVE UPDATES
Chilling act after alleged murder, court told
A jury has been told of a man's alleged chilling act of deception, just after he allegedly murdered his flatmate and put her in a body box".
Labor cracks down with $1bn shake-up
The Labor Party has made a $1 billion change to help pay for an election spend-a-thon.
‘Not about welcoming you into Australia’: Huge misunderstanding about Welcome to Country
The ongoing fallout from booing at the Anzac Day service Welcome to Country has exposed a lie being spread about the ritual.
Heckler ambushes PM; two places Dutton says Welcome to Country inappropriate
Jim Chalmers has called on the Coalition to release its costings as Anthony Albanese is ambushed by a heckler and Peter Dutton continues his attack on Welcome to Country ceremonies. LIVE UPDATES
Brawls break out at Melbourne rally
Melbourne's CBD descended into chaos on Saturday, as trans rights activists and a right-wing women's group clashed in violent protests.
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