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‘Joy’: Man’s lucky night-time water rescue
A fisherman has described the moment rescuers saved his life in a dramatic night-time rescue.
Aussies rage over emerging dining trend
Fed-up Aussies are putting their foot down over an invasive and intrusive" new trend emerging in restaurants that spoils the entire dining experience.
‘Requires repetition’: How to raise a resilient child
Psychologist Maria Ruberto has not seen the resilience levels of children so low in her 31-year career. She is warning that we risk raising a generation with an array of mental and physical health issues if parents don't take urgent action.
Aussie killed in Bali birthday trip
An Australian woman was visiting Bali on a birthday trip when she was tragically killed in a boating incident.
Energy rebates worth $150 offered in pre-election promise
Australians will be offered some cost of living relief in a pre-election sweetener.
From world number one to rock bottom
At just 12, Todd Ley was the best juniors tennis player in the world and Australia's next Lleyton Hewitt, until his world fell apart.
Update on alleged Westfield bus stabbing
Police have issued an update after a man was allegedly stabbed with a pen and a woman injured during an altercation on a bus outside a busy Westfield.
Surgeon fined over Nazi penis pic
A surgeon has been reprimanded and fined after sharing a photo of a comatose patient's penis, which was tattooed with a swastika.
Woman trapped in van crashes into power pole
A woman has been rushed to hospital after she was trapped in a van which crashed into a power pole on a busy street.
Motorcyclist dies after police pursuit
A man has died in a motorcycle crash following a police pursuit in Sydney's southwest - sparking a critical incident investigation.
Man’s alleged horror act to woman
A man will face court over an alleged attempted sexual assault of a woman in the early hours of the morning as she came home from work.
Major probe after shots fired, cars torched
A major police investigation is underway after shots were allegedly fired into a home and multiple cars were torched in Sydney's southwest.
‘Inexcusable’ insult as killer at-large
Rachelle Childs was brutally murdered nearly 24 years ago - but her case is still unsolved. Her sister Kristy wants answers after being ignored.
‘Can’t wait any longer’: Urgent mental health plea
Experts are calling for funding to be poured into the strained mental health system, as new research reveals Australians are feeling more lonely and isolated.
Woman arrested over Westfield stabbing
A woman has been arrested after allegedly stabbing a man with a pen after an altercation with another woman on a bus outside a busy Westfield.
Wild footage of man bungee jumping off bridge
A man wearing nothing more than black boardies and a bungee rope can be seen leaping from a bridge in Western Australia.
‘Helpless’: Mum’s horror after two injured in stabbing outside busy Westfield
A mother says she was left feeling frightened and helpless" after her children called following an alleged stabbing attack outside a busy Westfield.
Two injured in stabbing outside busy Westfield
Multiple injuries have been reported in a stabbing at a bus stop outside a busy Westfield shopping centre in Sydney.
19yo man jailed for sharing beheading videos
A 19-year-old man will spend three years behind bars after becoming the first Australian convicted of sharing violent Islamic State content online.
Light plane crashes in WA’s Mid West region
A pilot has died in a light plane crash that occurred in a remote part of Western Australia's Mid West region.
Marles’ staffer settles bullying claim
Richard Marles' chief of staff Jo Tarnawsky has agreed to an out-of-court settlement after she alleged she had been bullied by colleagues.
Bomb scares in two major cities
A Bunnings store was evacuated after a suspicious device was found in one city, while there was another scare in another state after protesters left behind a box.
‘Irrecoverable’: Australia in ‘precarious state’
A former defence chief has warned Australia must reconsider our priorities" in the face of Donald Trump's reign in the White House.
Call for probe into $5.5m grant
A $5.5m grant linked to the criminally infiltrated CFMEU needs investigation, shadow federal Attorney-General Michaelia Cash says.
Mum forced daughter to marry killer
A mother jailed after forcing her daughter into a marriage with a man who went on to kill her has been denied the right to appeal in court.
Terrorism police probe airport incident
The federal police terrorism squad is investigating an incident allegedly involving a teenager on a Jetstar flight earlier this month.
Bizarre reason for Block star’s assault
Ex-reality TV star Suzi Taylor has escaped jail time following a bizarre confrontation that ended in her leaving the scene on an e-scooter.
Volcano, power outage sparks flight chaos
A power outage at London's massive Heathrow Airport and a volcano in Indonesia has thrown global travel plans into disarray.
Lies, mementos and violence: inside the life of twisted killer Paul Thijssen
One item left behind by Paul Thijssen, who took his own life after killing water polo coach Lilie James, exposed the violence and lies that underwrote his relationships.
Push to change controversial driving law
There are new calls to overhaul a driving law in one state, with claims Aussies shouldn't be forced to choose between their medicine and their freedom.
Eerie vision after suspected arson attack
Police have released eerie footage of a man after a series of arson attacks in Sydney's eastern suburbs.
Flights cancelled as volcano erupts
A volcanic eruption has delayed flights to and from Australia's most popular international tourist destination.
ACCC probe snubs Dutton’s supermarket call
A landmark probe into Australia's supermarket giants made 20 recommendations to improve competition, but did not include one key measure.
‘Not safe’: Disgusting find in water supply
Residents have been issued with an urgent health warning after a gross find in a reservoir.
How these everyday Aussies overcome mental battles
No one is immune to mental health issues. Brave Australians have shared how they've handled challenges, and their advice to anyone who is struggling.
Biggest reasons for stress in our major cities
New research has revealed what's worrying different Australian states.
Uni’s ‘woke’ subject requirements
A top Aussie university has been slammed for woke' course requirements forcing students to perform an Acknowledgment of Country and a privilege walk'.
Demand for supermarkets to fix shrinkflation
Woolworths and Coles could be forced to issue new warnings on all products to alert shoppers to a sneaky supermarket practice.
‘False conflict’: Controversial park defies country’s ‘culture wars’
A controversial project that could transform swathes of one Australian state forever has overwhelming support", new polling has revealed.
Devastated dad of 6yo Airlie Montgomery speaks
The schoolgirl who died in a tragic accident near her North Nowra home on Sunday had no sense of fear" because of a medical condition, her dad says.
ACCC probe snubs Dutton’s supermarket call
A landmark probe into Australia's supermarket giants made 20 recommendations to improve competition, but that did not include the Coalition's big call.
TV star tipped to be new state Lib leader
The TV star, sport commentator and Lord Mayor of Perth is putting his hand up to lead the WA Liberals after the recent state election loss.
How these everyday Australians overcome mental battles
No one is immune to mental health issues. Brave Australians have shared how they've handled challenges, and their advice to anyone who is struggling.
Demand for supermarkets to fix shrinkflation
Woolworths and Coles could soon be forced to issue shrinkflation warnings on all products to alert shoppers when items have been reduced but not dropped in price.
Uni’s ‘woke’ subject requirements
A top Aussie university has been slammed for woke' course requirements forcing students to perform Welcome to Country and a privilege walk'.
Fears venue will shut over single complaint
Fears a live music venue in Port Adelaide could shut down after a single noise complaint has mum and dad owners embroiled in a legal nightmare.
ASX surges: best day in six weeks
Pretty positive' reactions from news from the US Federal Reserve and local employment data led the Australian sharemarket to its best day in six weeks.
Wild police chase ends on popular beach
A driver of an allegedly stolen vehicle tried to make his getaway in the sea after a wild police chase through Perth ended on a popular beach.
Wild Trump plan Australia should copy
One of Donald Trump's most shocking policies is about to hit Australia in a big way - and none of us will be immune from the aftermath.
‘Disgusting’: Terror threat hits Aussie mosque
Police are investigating a vile social media post that appears to call for a terror attack against an Aussie mosque during the holy month of Ramadan.
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