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‘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.
Chalmers backs ‘ambitious’ 1.2m homes goal
Despite a frank warning that Australia would not reach the 1.2 million homes target, Jim Chalmers said Labor could do more" and do better".
Driver stabbed in neck at bus station: Cops
A bus driver was rushed to hospital after he was allegedly stabbed in the neck during a shocking daylight attack at a local bus station.
‘Treasured’: Slain businessman laid to rest
A millionaire businessman allegedly murdered by a teenager at a house party has been remembered as a loving husband and father.
Son’s heartfelt farewell to Aussie icon
The son of an Aussie icon and beloved socialite has delivered a heartfelt eulogy about a woman who was wonderful, exuberant, engaging and loyal to the end".
Twiggy praises Albo’s iron mission
Mining magnate Twiggy Forrest has praised Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's attitude towards long-term business opportunities in the Australia-China relationship.
Tragic details of baby’s drowning in lake
A seven-month-old baby has died after being found in a lake at a Queensland campsite in what police have described as an unexplained" tragedy.
Axe-wielding man ‘won’t get out of bed’ after attack
A man who allegedly attacked a woman with an axe and hit her with her own sports car has refused to speak with lawyers or get out of bed, a court has been told.
Chalmers urged to hike taxes, homes warning
Jim Chalmers said he was pretty relaxed" after unredacted documents urged him to increase taxes and warned the housing target would not be met.
Albo’s port vow ahead of big Xi meet
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made a big call during his visit to China over the future of the Port of Darwin.
Sydney teen missing for more than a week
A young teenage girl has been missing from her home for more than a week, and there are concerns for her welfare.
Young woman fighting for life after crash
A young woman is in a critical condition after she was struck while on a pedestrian crossing in Sydney's west.
CBA exec connected with sex worker: court
A major update has emerged in the case against a senior Commonwealth Bank executive who is accused of trying to procure underage girls for sex.
‘Hidden problem’: Concern over dodgy ‘botox’
A hidden, scary' problem is lurking in the shadows of a multi-billion dollar industry in Australia.
Who is the worst Australian Prime Minister of the 21st century?
It's not an easy choice, we know. Since 2000, seven politicians have led this country - and all were regrettable in different ways.
‘Failure’: Labor blasted after Taiwan call
Nationals MPs Barnaby Joyce and David Littleproud teed off at the government for its support of the status quo" in Taiwan.
Brutal winter blast sparks warnings
A savage winter blast is sweeping across the country, bringing gale-force winds, icy temperatures and widespread weather alerts.
Treasury’s secret brief to Albanese government leaked
In an extraordinary blunder, Treasury's secret advice to the Albanese Government has accidentally been released - and there's some stunning recommendations.
Man found with gunshot wound after crash
A man has been found with a gunshot wound inside a car wreck in a Melbourne suburb, leaving him with life-threatening injuries.
‘Urgent’ forum to combat AI child abuse
Predators are using AI to abuse children at skyrocketing rates as experts meet for emergency talks.
Tripe’: Labor blasted after Taiwan call
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce fired off at the government for its support of the status quo" in Taiwan as the Prime Minister continues his six-day trip to China.
Woman hit with axe, run over with car: cops
A 25-year-old man allegedly attacked a woman with an axe before stealing her classic sports car, running her over as he fled the scene.
Albo flaunts Aussie iron amid China fears
Anthony Albanese is making the case for Australian iron ore in China as steelmakers stare down challenges in an increasingly green global economy.
Bumper to bumper as major highway shuts
A horror crash between a car and motorcycles closed a major highway near Sydney, causing major delays and disruptions.
US bombshell hits PM’s China trip
Donald Trump's security adviser has said the US will not be deterred' on its call for allies to boost defence spending, warning of frank conversations' with allies.
Axe-wielding man arrested after wild chase
A 25-year-old man allegedly repeatedly attacked a woman with an axe before stealing her Ford Mustang and leading police on a lengthy car chase.
US ‘pressing’ Aus on Taiwan war role
US officials have asked Australia for a clear sense" of what to expect in the event of war breaking out, new reports claim.
Teen dies in alleged red light crash tragedy
An 18-year-old man has died while allegedly crossing the road at a traffic light stop, with a driver arrested and charged with major offences.
Aus prepared for Chinese spies at war games
As Australia gets ready to kick off its largest war games with the US, the acting defence minister said the ADF was ready and expecting Chinese spy ships to observe.
Horrific update in Wantirna crash tragedy
There has been a horrific update in the tragic Wantirna crash, in which a 91-year-old driver lost control of her car and struck two adults and a little toddler.
Tragic details emerge in Westfield shooting chaos
Police have revealed some tragic details after a man armed with a machete was shot dead by an officer following a brawl at a busy shopping centre.
A small house on a tiny block selling for $700k is Australia’s sad new property normal
An outrageous new normal' has taken over Australia, and it's more tragic news for first homebuyers.
Major call after ‘truth-telling’ bombshell
For the first time in Australian history, an Indigenous-led inquiry with royal commission powers has found extensive evidence" of ongoing injustices" against First Nations people.
Huge delay after aerobridge, plane collide
Passengers aboard a Qantas flight bound for Johannesburg are facing a 21-hour wait after an aerobridge struck the engine of a Qantas plane.
Boy, 9, shot during hunting trip: police
A child has been hospitalised after allegedly suffering a gunshot wound while on a hunting trip in northwest NSW.
‘A bit of a Hogwarts special’: Why society is obsessed with female killers
Her crimes gripped Australians - and the world - for months. Now, experts have explained the huge reason why we're all hooked on the mushroom killer.
‘So sorry’: Robert Irwin returns to settle tab
Days after an accidental dine and dash saga revealed on his Instagram, Robert Irwin has made good on his promise to settle his restaurant tab.
Police shoot man at major shopping centre
A man armed with a machete has been shot dead by police following a reported brawl at a busy shopping centre.
Locals celebrate backpacker’s survival in ‘tough country’
Locals have painted a bleak picture of the WA bushland where German backpacker Carolina Wilga vanished, warning how easy it is to get lost in the deserted" terrain.
City terrorised by seven-hour van rampage
A seven-hour Melbourne van rampage has ended in chaos after the driver attempted to flee the stolen vehicle on foot.
Moment mushroom killer broke down
For the duration of mushroom cook Erin Patterson's triple murder trial, she maintained a level disposition - but there was one moment that broke her.
Toddler killed in fiery crash
A two-year-old child and a woman have been killed in a fiery car crash on a remote road, with would-be rescuers saying there was no possible way" to save them.
Bank executive extradited in child sex case
A senior Commonwealth Bank executive has been extradited and charged after allegedly luring two underage girls to a hotel through a sex worker contact.
Tradie’s callous act after fatal hit-run
A tradie who mowed down a veteran and former school principal on his morning walk performed a callous" act to cover his tracks after realising what he had done, a court has been told.
‘HOURS AND HOURS’: Aussie city terrorised by seven-hour van rampage
A seven-hour Melbourne van rampage has ended in chaos after the driver attempted to flee the stolen vehicle on foot.
RUNAWAY STRUCK: City terrorised by seven-hour van rampage
A seven-hour Melbourne van rampage has ended in chaos after the driver attempted to flee the stolen vehicle on foot.
Bank boss extradited in child sex case
A senior Commonwealth Bank manager has been extradited and charged after allegedly luring two underage girls to a hotel through a sex worker contact.
Aussie sporting first in racial abuse arrest
The battle to stop social media abuse of athletes has gone up a level, with police charging a man for targeting a basketball star via Instagram.
‘Game of thrones’ over fate of AUKUS submarine deal
Donald Trump's chief foreign affairs adviser has given a big update on AUKUS as the dysfunction in the White House is compared to Game of Thrones.
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