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Man charged over baby’s drowning named
A man charged with the manslaughter of a seven-month-old baby - who was found unresponsive in a campsite lake - has been named.
17mo boy assaulted at childcare centre: cops
Two Sydney childcare workers have been charged with assaulting a 17-month-old boy in their care.
Item putting Aussie homes at risk of burning
Thousands of faulty power banks still sitting in Aussie homes could burst into flames, prompting an urgent nationwide recall.
First look at the new face of Sydney’s homes
One state will be able to surpass" small councils to deliver new home approvals in just 10 days in its latest salvo to solve the housing crisis.
Brazen alleged shooting kills grandmother
Police have made a major announcement after a Sydney grandmother was killed in a brazen shooting in an allegedly targeted assault on her home.
Outback killer Bradley John Murdoch dead at 67
The family of one of Australia's most notorious killers has released a long statement after the news of his death.
Premier’s call on Latham sext scandal
Premier Chris Minns has refused to rule out censuring Mark Latham after reports the former One Nation leader sent sexually explicit texts from parliament.
Shocking charges after wild car chase
A man has been hit with nearly 50 charges after a wild high-speed car chase ended in a near-death collision which sent him flying into the air.
Shock result in Torres Strait climate case
A landmark court decision has found while there's a real risk' two small islands considered part of Australia will disappear, the government owes them nothing.
Cops crack down on illegal E-bike mods
A month-long police operation on the beaches of a major Australian city has uncovered widespread usage of illegally modified e-bikes.
Fear of measles outbreak in mining town
Two people have been infected and several more have been locked down with symptoms related to one of the world's most contagious diseases.
Notorious outback killer dead at 67
Bradley John Murdoch, who was convicted of killing British backpacker Peter Falconio in the Northern Territory in 2001, has died aged 67.
Outback killer Bradley John Murdoch dead at 67
One of Australia's most notorious killers, who murdered backpacker Peter Falconio, has died overnight aged 67.
One thing missing to fix Aussie crisis
Australia is dragging the developed world in one key area, with an expert suggesting a solution to get this right" and break the deadlock".
Sad reality of renting in Australia
Jess Preston's rental nightmare started with cash-only demands and bans on cooking indoors. Now, after nine moves her story exposes a national crisis.
First look at the new face of Sydney’s homes
The new look of Sydney's terraces and townhouses has been revealed with a shocking price-tag: just $1.
Aussie cabbies’ huge payday in Uber legal row
Cabbies and hire-car drivers and owners who lost out in the introduction of Uber to Australia will share a colossal $271.8 million compensation package.
Vietnam War hero awarded Victoria Cross
Private Richard Norden has been posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions during the Vietnam War more than 50 years on.
Convicted backpacker killer dead at 67
Bradley John Murdoch, who was convicted of killing British backpacker Peter Falconio in the Northern Territory in 2001, has died aged 67.
Aussie shares crack fresh record high
The Australian sharemarket lifted to a fresh record high on Tuesday as investors followed gains on Wall St.
Man fined after shock plane arrest
A Brisbane jetsetter has escaped with a $1700 fine for using a fake name to board a flight, after an alleged phone conversation about a bomb led to his dramatic arrest.
Victim’s genitalia ‘deliberately’ sprayed by police, court hears
Two police officers deliberately" sprayed a mentally ill woman in the genitalia after being frustrated" that they were defecated on, a court has heard.
Latham’s sordid texts to ex leaked
Just days after Mr Latham warned he had scores of documents' disproving her allegations of abuse, multiple intimate text messages have been leaked to the media.
Shock result in Torres Strait climate case
A landmark Federal Court decision brings an end to a four-year long battle between a pair of Torres Strait Islander men and the Federal Government.
International students flow into Aus
One industry is climbing its way up the ladder of prominent national exports, and it's placed Australia in a catch-22 situation.
Grim moment man allegedly gunned down
A woman has broken down in the witness box while reliving the moment a man was allegedly murdered, describing how he was captured stumbling around".
Map reveals horrifying child care update
Detectives have confirmed a further four child care centre locations as part of the ongoing investigation into Joshua Brown.
Latham proposed before wild allegations
Friends of the former couple have revealed details about the politician's plans for the future of his situationship".
Aussies’ confidence rocked by shock RBA call
The country's major banks say Australian consumer confidence was rocked after the RBA decided against cutting the official cash rate in July.
Urgent recall over power bank fires
Thousands of faulty power banks still sitting in Aussie homes could burst into flames, prompting an urgent nationwide recall.
Update in Libs’ last-ditch effort to win seat
After reports the Liberal Party plans to launch a challenge to the Bradfield election results, the successful independent candidate says she respects the decision.
Mark Latham denies ‘degrading’ sex acts
MP Mark Latham has furiously denied allegations from his ex-girlfriend that he undertook a sustained pattern of abuse".
Major airline announces new destination
The airline will operate three services a week to the Southeast Asian country from November, with fares starting at $188.
Libs call out US’ Taiwan demand
The comments follow bombshell revelations Australian defence officials had been asked by the US to commit to a course of action if China invades Taiwan.
Aussie media bus intercepted in Beijing
A security incident has occurred in China involving Australian media travelling with Anthony Albanese ahead of the PM's meeting with President Xi.
Fresh push to ban sneaky fee for Aussies
The Reserve Bank of Australia has called for all credit and debit card charges to be banned in a move that will save Aussies $1.2bn.
Baby boy dies in suspected stabbing
A six-month-old baby has died from suspected stab wounds as police investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
Aussie towns marked for census testing
Thousands of Aussie homes across regional and metropolitan Australia have been selected to take part in the August pre-census test.
‘Delusional’: Housing target slammed
The opposition's acting housing spokesman says while it's a good thing to have a target, the goal of building 1.2 million homes is unrealistic.
Backpacker’s message after miracle survival
Days after being miraculously found alive in the unforgiving WA outback, German backpacker Carolina Wilga has revealed the toll the ordeal took on her health.
G Flip’s biggest tour yet – and a bold AFL grand final prediction
ARIA-winning singer-songwriter G Flip is going from strength to strength with a new album and tour - but might pay a big price for success.
Fresh push to ban sneaky fee for Aussies
Aussies could soon stop paying $1.2bn each year in sneaky surcharge fees with this simple change.
Libs last ditch effort to win contested seat
In a major development just a week before federal parliament resumes after the election, it has emerged the Liberal Party plans to launch a challenge to the result in Bradfield.
Man killed after helicopter collides with bird
A man has died in a freak accident after a helicopter struck a bird and made an emergency landing near a remote Northern Territory town.
Bitcoin soars past key milestone amid ETF surge
The world's leading cryptocurrency has surged past $US120,000 for the first time as investors pile into ETFs during US Crypto Week' policy deliberations.
Mum’s generous act after huge lotto win
After hitting a life-changing $24m lottery jackpot, a Queensland mum has revealed her surprising first move.
Key decision to decide Australia’s future
There is a way for Australia to move away from coal and remain the lucky country, but a key decision from China will determine our fate, one expert has warned.
Backpacker’s message after miracle survival
A German backpacker who disappeared in the WA outback has broken her silence after she was miraculously found alive.
‘Punched in the face’: Lawyer’s claim
A lawyer has claimed former Greens candidate Hannah Thomas was punched in the face" by an officer at an anti-Israel protest.
‘Doomsday-like scenes’ as birds drop dead
A wildlife crisis has unfolded in one major city where more than 200 birds were found dead in a suspected poisoning incident.
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