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Budget recap as election fever hits
Peter Dutton has kicked off his election campaign with scalding criticism of Anthony Albanese as too weak" to lead the country.
Children hit by stolen out-of-control car
Two students have been seriously injured after they were struck by an out-of-control stolen car as it veered off the road.
Kyle and Jackie-O hit with major blow
Following listener complaints against shock jock hosts Kyle and Jackie-O, the Australian Communications and Media Authority have dealt the pair a major blow.
Albo reveals day Aussies will hit the polls
Australians will head to the polls in just a few weeks to vote in the next parliament of Australia. Here's what you need to know.
Federal election live: Anthony Albanese calls election for May 3
Anthony Albanese has officially called the election for May 3, with the PM facing down questions in an emotional press conference.
Budget recap as election fever hits
Anthony Albanese appeared to tear up as he paid tribute to his late mother while kicking off his official run for a second term as prime minister.
Drama as killer cop arrives at court
A police officer who said bugger it' before fatally tasering a 95-year-old woman at a nursing home has fronted court to learn his fate.
Shock new poll set to swing election
Shortly before the Prime Minister announced Australians will head to a federal election, new research laid out the challenge ahead.
What Albo, Dutton will do for your budget
With cost-of-living shaping to be the dominant election issue, here's what the major parties are promising to help ease your budget bottom line.
Seven-day deadline as election called
The starting gun for the 2025 Federal Election has finally been fired, sparking a crucial seven-day deadline every Australian should know about.
Budget recap as election fever hits
Bread rolls, brain explosions and battleground policies - it's been a big week in politics, with Anthony Albanese making his first official pitch to voters.
Chris Hemsworth speaks with police in search for missing police officer Jay Notaro
The reason A-lister Chris Hemsworth was captured speaking with police has been revealed as the search for a missing police officer continues.
PM lashes Dutton, tears up about mum as election called
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called the federal election for May 3 after seeing the Governor-General at Government House. Follow for live updates.
Federal election live: Anthony Albanese to call election for May 3
Anthony Albanese has officially called the election for May 3, with the PM facing down questions in an emotional press conference.
Shock new poll set to swing election
As the Prime Minister prepares to visit the Governor-General on Friday morning to call the election, new research has laid out the challenge ahead.
‘Unusual’: Dutton declares his plan better
He has declared his fuel excise plan and push to tackle the cost of living by slashing migration a better deal for families.
Salad recall at huge Aussie supermarket
A range of popular food items have been pulled from a huge Aussie supermarket amid contamination concerns.
Cop who fatally tasered gran to be sentenced
A police officer who said bugger it' before fatally tasering a great grandmother at a nursing home in rural NSW will today be sentenced for manslaughter.
Federal election live: Anthony Albanese to call election for May 3
It's on! Anthony Albanese is visiting the Governor-General this morning to dissolve parliament and call an election for May 3.
Albo to call federal election today
Anthony Albanese will call a federal election today, after asking the governor-general to dissolve parliament.
What are the key battleground seats in the 2025 federal election
With an election now just weeks away, these are the electorates that could decide the fate of Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton.
Dutton’s bid to lower energy prices
Peter Dutton has used a key pre-election speech to detail how he will reduce energy bills and divert gas into Australia's energy grid, but rules out tax cuts.
Shocking video: 12yo pulls knife on students
Video captures the terrifying moment at a high school when a 12-year-old boy allegedly removes an object from his bag and threatens another student.
Budget reply: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton outlines his vision if he is elected Prime Minister
Peter Dutton has outlined his alternative vision as PM in a major speech to Parliament, billing the election as a sliding door moment" for Australia.
‘Mass uncertainty’ as ASX breaks win streak
The ASX stumbled into the red on Thursday as US President Donald Trump's freshly announced auto import tariffs stirs mass uncertainty' among investors.
AFP boss’ election warning as threats spike
The AFP boss says the number of threats against politicians has nearly doubled in the past four years.
Dua goes low-key at iconic beach spot
A-list singer Dua Lipa was spotted trying to keep low-key as she took a trip to Bondi with her pals between shows in Sydney.
Dozens of measles exposure sites identified
Authorities are urging people to get vaccinated for the potentially deadly virus after dozens of measles exposure sites were identified across one Aussie state.
Shocking video: 12yo pulls knife on students
Video catches the terrifying moment at a high school when a 12-year-old boy allegedly removes an object from his bag and threatens another student.
Aussies eligible for streamlined US travel
Eligible Aussie travellers will benefit from fast-tracked travel through US airports via a new government program.
Elite school grad’s horror road act
A former elite private school student killed an elderly woman in a horrific car crash before being cornered in a muddy drain by police.
Woman’s very Aussie disguise after stealing rare baby python
A woman suspected of stealing a baby python from a pet store has gone viral for her incredibly Aussie fashion and a bizarre note.
‘Free fall’: Rates call nobody wanted to hear
An expert has issued a grim wake up call as countless Aussies hold their breath hoping for another interest rate cut within days.
Major change for group of Aussie workers
A big change being brought in across thousands of businesses is expected to benefit almost four million Aussie workers.
Child killed on way to school identified
A six-year-old boy who was killed after he was struck by a car while walking to school in Victoria has been identified.
‘Error’: Prime Minister’s deleted X post
A quickly-deleted post made by the Prime Minister and Cabinet's official account has raised eyebrows as election anticipation nears fever pitch.
Major change for group of Aussie workers
A big change being brought in across thousands of businesses is expected to benefit almost 4 million Aussie workers.
Child killed on way to school identified
A six-year-old boy who tragically died after he was hit by a car while walking to school in Victoria has been identified.
D-Day set for accused baby killer couple
A couple charged with the murder of their infant son, who was allegedly found with significant" injuries, have answered to their charges at court.
Horror as child dies while walking to school
A child has tragically died after he was hit by a car while walking to school in Victoria.
Questions over missing royal portrait
A leading public servant has been asked to explain why portraits of the King or Queen no longer hang in one of the country's biggest departments.
‘Delulu’: Albo’s seriously cringe blunder
Four words from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has sent young Aussies into a meltdown - but there's more to the story.
Labor rejects Dutton’s $6bn fuel plan
Jim Chalmers has slammed the Coalition's fuel excise pledge and claims the opposition has no plans to help people in an enduring way".
‘Head fell off’: Eye-watering cost of parliament desk
A prototype sit-and-stand desk is languishing in storage at Parliament House despite costing the taxpayer tens of thousands of dollars.
40k nervous Aussies after Dutton pledge
Peter Dutton's Elon Musk-style efficiency pledge will put thousands of Australian public servants in the Coalition's firing line.
Budget reveals Labor pushing ahead with tax on unrealised capital gains for superannuation
It's a controversial policy dubbed an economy killer", but one detail tucked in Anthony Albanese's cost of living" budget reveals Labor is full steam ahead.
Horror as child dies while walking to school
A child has tragically died after he was hit by a car while walking to school in Victoria's west.
Slashed airfares for tourism relief
A major airline will slash fares to this Aussie state to promote tourism and recovery in the wake of several devastating weather events.
Dutton reveals next budget-related moves
Peter Dutton has revealed some key details on issues like cost of living, gas and defence ahead of his highly anticipated budget response.
Labor rushes through $5-a-day tax cuts
Labor has passed its $5-a-week tax cut plan, forcing the Coalition to vote against the cost-of-living relief it has already labelled as a cruel hoax".
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