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What we know so far about the federal budget
Jim Chalmers will hand down his pre-election budget on Tuesday with substantial" help for struggling Aussies. Here's what we know.
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 ended on a popular beach.
Ex-Socceroo in tears as he’s cleared of rape
The former footballer appeared emotional outside court as he admitted he is unsure what the future holds".
Teen kills mum in deluded ‘prophecy’
A teenager murdered his mother because he feared she could foil his God-given mandate to form an army for politically-inspired violence", a court has been told.
Aussie soldier jailed for 22 years for rape
The serving ADF member hit his victim - who was a former colleague - with a bamboo stick from Bunnings approximately 5000 times. Warning: Graphic content
Disturbing act moments before school murder
Before a beloved waterpolo coach was murdered in a private school bathroom, her killer practised how he would take her life in moments caught on CCTV.
Former Socceroo cleared of rape allegation
Following a two-week long trial, a jury has handed down its verdict.
SICKENING ACT ON CCTV: Killer brandishes murder weapon, ambushes toilet
Before a beloved waterpolo coach was murdered in a private school bathroom, her killer practised how he would take her life in moments caught on CCTV.
‘Envy of the world’: Albo’s major election promise
Anthony Albanese has made a major election promise that would bolster one aspect of Australian life he calls the envy of the world".
Why Aussie hero hates being called ‘crate man’
One of the good Samaritans who pinned down and stopped a rampaging killer has received a major honour and revealed why he hates the nickname crate man".
Accused killer’s fresh plea for triple murder charge
A taekwondo expert is accused of violently killing an entire family, including a seven-year-old boy, at two separate locations.
Chilling acts on CCTV before school murder
Before a beloved waterpolo coach was murdered in a private school bathroom, her killer practiced how he would take her life in moments caught on CCTV.
Bombshell development in search for MH370
There's been a major announcement in the desperate search to recover the wreckage of MH370, which vanished more than 10 years ago.
‘The lad vote’: Surprise polling trend shows young Aussie men moving to the right
An intriguing trend in political polling could spell electoral chaos for Anthony Albanese, with the rise of the lad vote' smashing a long-held norm.
‘Never negotiate’: Pushback on US medicines pressure
Australia will never negotiate" on domestic medicine price caps as another round of Trump tariffs looms large.
Three reasons Redbridge poll shows Labor back in front ahead of Federal election race | Samantha Maiden
There are three reasons why the Labor Party has hit the lead again in the polls, and they're all bad news for Peter Dutton.
Albo to slash cost of prescription medication
In a huge move designed to make the federal election all about Medicare, the Prime Minister unveiled the big change, promising it will come into force on January 1.
Explosive product recalled
Kmart is recalling a popular kitchen product from its famous Anko range after reports of it exploding.
Simple advice young Aussies need to hear
Young people are turning to social media for mental health support, before consulting professionals. But there are better places to start.
Simple ways to talk to your teen
With new research revealing families are struggling to discuss their mental health, a psychologist has detailed how to have a conversation with your teenager.
Why we must act now on mental health
Australia's mental health system is underfunded and under-resourced, writes Medibank chief executive David Koczkar.
What made Cyclone Alfred worse
A decade of inaction" on climate pollution has cost Australians $1.2bn in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, experts say.
Albo pledges $25 cap on major medicines
Anthony Albanese will amp up Labor's election bid with a huge cost-of-living promise that will bring down the cost of four out of five medications.
‘Serious corrupt conduct’: Walter Sofronoff to challenge corruption findings
The former judge accused of serious corrupt conduct" over his leadership of the Board of Inquiry into the prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann has made a stunning announcment.
Woman wins Lotto with first ticket in 20 years
A lucky Perth woman has become an instant millionaire with the first Lotto ticket she had purchased since her now adult children were kids.
Multi-vehicle crash caught on CCTV
Shocking CCTV footage has emerged of the moment a vehicle tears down a Melbourne street causing a multi-vehicle crash.
Israeli ambassador declines Dutton question
Israel's ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon declined to share his opinion on Peter Dutton's proposal to deport dual citizen criminals.
Trump could make our meds more expensive
As the Albanese Government moves to back the PBS there are fears American medical giants want to tear it down.
‘Finished’: Judge done with Lehrmann battle
Justice Micheal Lee has emphatically declared; I'm not having any more to do with it,' after Network 10 and Lisa Wilkinson's cost dispute returned to court.
Mum killed amid teen’s insurrection plot
Obsessed with restoring Christian values" to the country, a Melbourne teenager killed his mother as the first step in a plan to build an anti-communist army, a court has been told.
17yo found dead in a dingy toilet block
A teenager caught in a toxic relationship was found dead in toilet block. Her tragedy is one of six deaths exposed by an investigation into a national shame".
Why 4-day Aussie work week long way off
Corporations are getting good results with four-day work weeks, but the prospect of such a change Australia-wide seems unlikely.
‘Dropped’: Tongyik trial continues as defence closes case
A woman accusing a former Socceroo of raping her had told him she wanted to live her dream of being a WAG" two days earlier, a court has been told.
‘Running out’: Mining boss’ warning to Aus
Mining industry boss Andrew Michelmore said Victoria was a warning for the rest of Australia" when it comes to energy supply and reliability.
AFL player pleads guilty over fatal crash
A former AFL player has pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter over a crash that killed two elderly women.
‘Line in the sand’ over train strikes
A line in the sand" was drawn when the rail unions were forced into a cooling off period" after months of industrial brinkmanship, a court has been told.
‘Corrupt’: Bombshell Lehrmann judge finding
The findings follow earlier ruling of ACT Supreme Court over private and secret text messages" between the former judge.
17yo found dead in a dingy toilet block
A teenager caught in a toxic relationship was found dead in toilet block. Her tragedy is one of six deaths exposed by an investigation into what has been dubbed a national shame".
AFL player pleads guilty to attempted murder
A former AFL player has pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted murder over a crash that killed two elderly women.
Union’s court claim over strike ban
An order to halt months of industrial action that caused chaos across Sydney's train network was made in error, a union has claimed in court.
‘Please help me’: Toilet block horror
A teenager caught in a toxic relationship, found dead in a dingy toilet block at a suburban park. It was ruled a suicide, but now her angry family is demanding answers.
Nurse’s bombshell move after viral video
The lawyer of a nurse charged over his involvement in an anti-Semitic video says he will argue for a major concession in court.
Update in ride-on mower murder case
A court has been told of a possible delay in the case against an air force pilot charged with his wife's murder following a ride-on mower accident".
Aussie shopping metric sinks to 10-year low
The cost-of-living crunch has deepened the wealth divide between younger and older Australians, new data shows.
‘Difficult situations’: Former private schoolboy accused of killing man on morning walk
An elite private school has spoken out after a former student was arrested for the alleged murder of a beloved father on his morning walk.
Ex-minister undergoes major surgery
A prominent Liberal Party figure and former defence minister has undergone a serious medical operation.
Call to help Aussies downsize ‘has merit’
Nationals Leader David Littleproud has thrown his support behind calls to increase incentives for older Aussies looking to downsize.
‘All they know’: Sad truth about millions of Aussies
In pictures they look happier than you'll ever be - but these Aussies are struggling in a way many of us could barely comprehend.
‘I’m struggling’: Gentle giant inspires Olympian to speak out
Swimmer Shayna Jack has detailed how she is putting her mental health first after being through the lowest of lows and highest of highs. WATCH HER EMOTIONAL VIDEO
Dramatic scenes as nurses front court
Wild scenes have unfolded outside court as two nurses charged over a viral video filmed at Bankstown Hospital appear for the first time.
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