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Katter’s rare honour sees Albo, Dutton unite
The father of the house Bob Katter will have his image immortalised, in a tribute to the maverick Queensland MP's 50-year career in politics.
Rifle, sledgehammer used in home invasion
Men armed with a long rifle and a sledgehammer have broken through the front door of a house and assaulted the tenant.
State shivers through coldest morning
It was a cold start for Melburnians, with many waking to the coldest morning of the year.
Man dies in ‘extreme’ house fire
More than 30 firefighters were called to a huge house fire, which left two people in hospital and claimed the life of another.
Giving Aussies an extra week of paid annual leave wouldn’t cost a lot, expert claims
There's a renewed push for workers to get an extra week of paid annual leave, with a leading expert revealing the surprising cost.
Urgent warning over laced cocaine
Health authorities have issued an urgent warning after a deadly opioid was found being sold in one state's illicit drug market.
Jaw-dropping timelapse shows seven-storey unit block being built in just 11 days
Incredible vision shows the structure of a 30-apartment complex erected in rapid time - and the tech responsible could help solve the housing crisis.
RBA reveals thinking on next rates move
The Reserve Bank has released the minutes from its June board meeting where it considered another rate hike. The discussion shows some storm clouds for homeowners.
‘Playing chicken’: Bobcat death a ‘tragic’ game
A judge has found a drunk road worker ran over and killed his mate with a Bobcat while foolishly and tragically playing chicken".
Twist in TV hunk’s attack case
A former TV heart-throb who bashed a woman will seek to be released from custody after a court was told his case would face a lengthy delay.
Huge incentive for GPs to make this move
Incentives don't come much bigger than this as one state pulls out all stops to try to lure GPs to practise in rural and remote areas.
Big promise to stop rising grocery prices
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has put major supermarkets on notice, with the Coalition promising harsh penalties and policies which could split up the duopoly.
‘You’re fried’: Man crashes car into Perth house
A Perth man has been charged with drink driving after he was seen in a wild video crashing his car into a house.
Labor hits back on Senator’s ‘exile’ claim
The federal Labor caucus has backed the indefinite suspension of Fatima Payman who says she's been exiled" from the party after crossing the floor.
Footy commentator dismissed after brawl
Footy commentator and columnist Paul Kent has lost his job after footage of him allegedly involved in a street brawl in Sydney was made public.
Terror probe after man stabbed in neck at uni
Police have decried a toxic' online environment radicalising Australian kids into extremism after a man was stabbed at a major university.
Peter Dutton’s son finds support in fellow pollie’s child
A man with a very unique perspective on public life has put an arm around Peter Dutton's son after a controversial image of the teenager surfaced.
Lisa Millar quits ABC News Breakfast
A veteran journalist has announced she is farewelling the ABC News Breakfast show after five years in the job.
Aussie icon celebrates 75th birthday
After announcing he is cancer-free, music legend John Farnham has celebrated his birthday surrounded by family.
Mum’s sad plea proves Australia is broken
A young mother has made a desperate plea after she says her family would be homeless without help from her parents due to the rising cost of living.
Teacher dies falling off school skylight
A beloved school teacher has died in a tragic accident falling 3m through a skylight while retrieving balls from a roof.
Driver hailed a hero amid fatal bus tragedy
A man has been hailed a hero after saving lives with his quick-thinking actions amid yesterday's devastating north Queensland highway crash.
Festival plagued by rain, ground covered in mud
The massive outback festival has been hit by unseasonal wet weather turning camping grounds into mass mud pits.
Hyatt Regency pulls out of an Aussie city
A major hotel in one Aussie city is about to undergo a massive change that will see the global hotel chain cease trading.
Coal fire lifts miner’s competitors
Most sectors took a hit in trading Monday, with resources gains not enough to offset tech losses.
Big banks under constant cyber attacks
One of Australia's top banking executives has revealed the big four are under constant attack from cyber criminals.
Barnaby Joyce’s one gripe after getting sober
Barnaby Joyce has revealed his one big gripe with sobriety after revealing he has quit alcohol and cigarettes for good.
Call for rogue senator to repeat act
The Nationals leader has called on a rogue Labor senator to cross the floor again to support her constituents - and Palestine.
‘A joke’: ATO slammed over tax queues
Aussies rushing to lodge their tax refunds have slammed the Australian Taxation Office as a joke" over major website delays.
Calculated armed robber ‘traumatises’ worker
A calm and calculated armed robber has traumatised' a service station worker in Sydney's west.
Our richest and poorest schools – and where to find them
Australia's richest schools have been revealed, with some raking in up to $700 million in fees, funding and donations over the past five years.
Every street in Australia has a ‘useless’ feature that’s a massive missed opportunity to do something good
Experts have backed a big call to ditch a functionally useless" part of modern Australian life, found on virtually every street across the country.
Woman dies on notorious stretch of road
A fatal crash along a notorious stretch of road has claimed the life of an 18-year old woman after the car she was driving collided with a mini-bus.
Next steps for alleged GoFundMe thief
A man accused of stealing more than $60,000 in donations to the family of an allegedly murdered teacher's aide has told a court of the next steps in his case.
Fresh blow for international students
Foreign students wanting to study in Australia have been hit with a hefty application fee as rorts and exploitation" plague the system.
‘Crazy’: Fresh sign Sydney has lost it
A run-down old house 14km west of Sydney's CBD has sold for an astonishing price at auction.
Sydney treasure hunter’s incredible finds, unearthed among dumped items and rubbish
Leonardo Urbano has made a small fortune by taking a unique approach to his furniture collection hobby.
Family allegedly served insect repellent
A family was rushed to hospital after a restaurant allegedly served them insect repellent instead of cranberry juice.
‘No choice’: Farmers vow war over sheep ban
Farmers have vowed a co-ordinated attack on Anthony Albanese over plans to end live sheep exports, with campaigners saying they can no longer afford to be optimists".
How much you’ll get in July 1 changes
With changes to income tax, superannuation and the minimum wage coming into effect today, here's how to work out how much money is coming your way.
TV star admits brutal attack on woman
A former TV heart-throb has admitted to stomping" on the head of a woman during a suspected mental health crisis, a court has been told.
Labor hits back on Senator’s ‘exile’ claim
A senior Labor minister has denied claims by Fatima Payman that she was exiled" from the party after crossing the floor to vote in support of a Palestinian state.
Nat Barr erupts over 60-minute police delay
A furious Natalie Barr has clashed with the NSW Police Minister on Sunrise over reports police took 60 minutes to respond to an alleged DV murder.
Watch dealer AWOL as customers speak out
For years, watch enthusiasts would meet Ian Tilman inside his swanky Sydney showroom' to buy and trade high-end pieces. Now, he's vanished without a trace.
Virgin launches epic sale with fares from $49
Virgin Australia has launched a major sale to some of the globe's top holiday destinations, including Cairns, Fiji and Tokyo.
’Whole new low’: Jacqui unleashes on Greens
The Prime Minister and Opposition Leader have united in question time to condemn vandals who desecrated" war memorials.
Brutal weather forecast issued by BOM
Aussies are set to rug up as a high pressure system is expected to bring a burst of cold weather and below average temperatures to much of the country.
Senator’s huge move after Albo’s ban
Labor Senator Fatima Payman says she is considering her future after she said she had been exiled by the party after being suspended from caucus.
Desperate act costing Aussies big money
Australians are increasingly making a desperate move to try to lower the cost of their mortgage, as it's revealed how much extra the average owner is paying.
Support for Albo, Dutton plunges
Voters are becoming increasingly fed up with both major leaders, the latest Newspoll shows, with Peter Dutton's nuclear bid failing to garner support.
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