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‘Taking the p*ss’: More details about NSW Housing Minister Rose Jackson’s taxpayer-funded winery tour emerge
More details about embattled NSW Housing Minister Rose Jackson's taxpayer-funded winery tour in the Hunter Valley have emerged.
Broken promises on Chinese ‘flatpack’ buses: Union
Plans to build more than 100 flatpack" buses from China in one Australian state has drawn the ire of a powerful transport union.
Elderly man found dead after alleged break-in
A homeless man has been named in court after allegedly breaking into the home where an elderly great-grandfather was later found dead.
Major crack down on neo-Nazi network
Australians could be imprisoned for a decade if they violate sanctions targeting white supremacist groups.
Text sent before alleged $6.5 million cocaine smuggle: court
A text allegedly sent by a young New Zealander accused of trying to bring 20kg of cocaine into Australia from the US has been aired in court.
‘We want answers’: Wong on Laos probe
Australia is demanding a full, thorough and transparent" investigation after six backpackers died from methanol-laced drinks in Laos.
Aussie billionaire’s $1m political move
The Australian billionaire topped the political donations list with a $1m gift to one party, but he wasn't the only rich-lister helping out.
Mum’s heartache as tragic milestone looms
The mother of Samantha Murphy says she still holds hope her daughter will be found as the one-year anniversary of her disappearance nears.
Famous mum’s bold bikini pledge for her daughters
Chezzi Denyer knows life in the spotlight is hard, but has made a fearless decision for the sake of her daughters. Calling all mums and dads - take the Great Parent Survey here.
Aussie banking boss drops bombshell
Former Queensland Premier Anna Bligh will retire from her role in the Australian Banking Association after eight years of lobbying for the major banks.
Minister spars with show host on foiled terror plot
Sunrise host Natalie Barr has sparred with Tanya Plibersek over the Prime Minister's handling of an alleged foiled anti-Semitic terror plot in Sydney.
‘Wrong hands’: New details about suspected Dural ‘terror’ caravan
The businessman who alerted police to a suspected terror caravan" has revealed more details about the terrifying discovery.
‘Chitty-chat’: Pollies bicker over anti-Semitism
Tanya Plibersek has been grilled over the Prime Minister's handling of an alleged foiled anti-Semitic terror plot in Sydney.
Minns not to blame for caravan sh*tshow
NSW Premier Chris Minns has copped a lot of flack about the PM being left in the dark about a terror plot - but he's the wrong person to blame.
Key cost-of-living promise bought forward
Originally committed as an election promise, Labor will attempt to legislate its bid to give most Australian families three days of subsidised childcare.
Backpacker’s last text before mass poisoning
Six backpackers died after unknowingly drinking alcohol laced with methanol in Laos, and now their families are still searching for answers.
Dutton unable to flag spending cuts, invokes Trump
Peter Dutton has said he would not launch an independent probe to target areas to reduce government spending, despite continued attacks on Labor's expenditure.
Dutton attacked in new election ad
Labor has released its latest attack ad against Peter Dutton highlighting the Coalition's opposition to its cost-of-living measures.
Suburbs targeted in anti-Semitic attacks
Five women have been allegedly assaulted in Bondi in what police believe to be an anti-Semitic attack, as f**k Jews" graffiti was found in several suburbs.
Great Parent Survey: Aussie celebs reveal biggest family challenges
Calling all Aussie mums and dads - we want to hear your views on the challenges of parenting, from screen time to bullying and budgeting. Plus read what famous parents have to say.
‘Live in filth’: Suburb’s fury at homeless camp
A homeless encampment has sparked community outrage after a once beautiful" lookout has turned into a dumping ground".
Why flights to LA to become a lot cheaper
A giant American airline will become the third player on a key Australia to US route later this year.
Melbourne author’s chilling cancer claim
Like countless Aussies, Lucie Morris-Marr's family loved their snags, bacon and ham - until she made a horrifying discovery.
Dutton claims ‘leaking’ fears in terror plot
Peter Dutton has made the extraordinary claim that NSW Police chose to keep the PM in the dark over the foiled caravan terror plot due to concerns of leaking".
In-flight yoga, spin cycle classes: Wild ideas for new Qantas wellbeing zone
The team designing brand-new Qantas cabins for super long-haul flights to London and New York have revealed the new wellness zone'.
Suburbs targeted in anti-Semitic attacks
Multiple fences, garage doors and vehicles parked on the street have been tagged with the words f**k Jews".
Locals in elite Bowral age over a $25,000 a week luxury rehab clinic, slamming risk of ‘drugged out’ patients in their pricey patch
Locals in an idyllic country town have declared war on operators of a luxury rehabilitation centre that charges patients $25,000 per week.
Tragedy as boy, 7, drowns at waterhole
The young boy was pulled unresponsive from the water before being flown to hospital in a critical condition.
Melbourne woman’s chilling cancer claim
Like countless Aussies, Lucie Morris-Marr's family loved their snags, bacon and ham - until she made a horrifying discovery.
Granddad dies in alleged burglary
A great-grandfather killed during an alleged burglary was so excited" to set sail on his dream cruise just days later.
Man charged with 2yo’s murder
A man has been charged over the alleged murder of a two-year-old boy found unconscious at a regional home.
‘Ridiculous:’ Dutton’s caravan call lashed
A Labor minister has condemned Peter Dutton over his politicisation" of a failed Sydney terror plot, despite ongoing questions around when the PM was informed.
Bad news for anyone with HECS debt
The federal government has defended making millions of Aussies wait to learn if $16bn will be wiped from their student debts.
PM’s ‘unsettling’ communications breakdown over ‘terror’ caravan: Dutton
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has called for an independent assessment of a communications breakdown involving the PM over a failed Sydney terror plot.
Man charged over double fatal shooting
Three men now stand charged with murder after a man and woman were allegedly fatally shot in Melbourne's south.
Australian of the Year winner’s huge move
Professor Richard Scolyer, the renowned scientist co-named Australian of the Year, has made a huge announcement about his future at the Melanoma Institute of Australia.
Key moments in Sam Murphy search
It's a case that broke Australia's heart: A beloved mum goes for a run and never comes back. Here are the key moments in the year since Samantha Murphy went missing.
Hidden tax to hit Aussies for the 84th time
The price of a pint will rise again next week, sparking new calls to remove the tax amid concerns it only punishes both producers and pub-goers.
Sydney caravan plot: Abbott erupts over Albo’s ‘shocking failure’
The former Prime Minister has slammed Anthony Albanese after he was left out of the loop" about an alleged anti-Semitic terror plot.
Why students will have to wait for $16bn HECS cut
The federal government has defended making millions of Aussies wait to learn if $16bn will be wiped from their student debts.
Premier’s plea as investigation ramps up
The NSW Premier has vowed no stone will be left unturned after a deeply distressing" spate of alleged hate attacks across Sydney.
Australian of the Year winner’s huge move
Professor Richard Scolyer, the renowned scientist co-named Australian of the Year, has made a huge announcement about his future at the Melanoma Institute of Australia.
‘Shocking’: North Sydney Council to vote on 111 per cent rate hikes to pay for botched pool redevelopment
Sydney residents are facing an appalling" rate rise of 111 per cent to help pay off $51 million for a botched project.
Drivers warned over ‘speed fine trap’
Motorists are being urged to be wary of a major speed trap" that saw thousands of speeding fines issued in two days.
Major change to buying popular painkiller
New rules for Aussies looking to buy one of the country's most popular medications have taken effect today.
Police probe after deaths of man, woman
A man was found critically injured near a freeway only hours after a woman was found dead inside a home, with the pair believed to have known one another.
Hidden tax to hit Aussies for the 84th time
Industry bodies are urging the government to remove alcohol tax increases amid concerns the dripping tap" only punishes both producers and drinkers.
Man killed, kids injured in horror crash
A man and two children were reportedly on their way to school at the time of the head-on collision, with the other driver now facing charges.
Calling all mums and dads: Take the Great Parent Survey 2025
From school standards to screen time, we're taking the pulse of Australia's mums and dads - while famous parents like Olympic champion Libby Trickett are also diving in.
Depraved rapist handed one of state’s harshest sentences
An ex-soldier has received one of the state's harshest sentences for raping multiple women and girls with a high level of depravity."
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