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Inquest to be held into child’s cult death
A coronial inquest will be held into the death of a young girl who was left to die by her parents and members of a killer cult who took away her insulin.
Parents jailed for almost starving child to death
A court has been told how the parents of a teenage ballerina almost starved their daughter to death - denying anything was wrong with her.
Police to patrol Jewish schools
In a stark illustration of Australia's escalating anti-Semitism crisis, police in one state will begin patrolling Jewish schools to keep kids safe.
‘Bullied to death’: Victorian schoolboy, 15, takes own life on Australia Day
A Victorian family is in mourning after their 15-year-old son took his life on Australia Day, four days before the start of the school year.
Police admit shock failures in Floreat tragedy
Eight police officers will face disciplinary action after an internal investigation discovered serious failures before coward killer Mark Bombara's Floreat rampage.
Basketball coach ‘groomed’ child, police
A 67-year-old basketball coach was arrested at a suburban home after a report was made to police, alleging historical sexual assaults.
Dutton takes aim at ‘diversity advisers’
The Opposition Leader has vowed to responsibly scale back the Canberra public service", taking aim at diversity and inclusion advisers, and change managers.
Hidden tax to hit Aussies for the 84th time
A hidden tax on a beloved Aussie staple will be upped for the 84th time since it was introduced - prompting industry groups to call for change.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
Island getaway’s $28m staff shame
Operators of a popular island hideaway have been ordered to pay staff an eye-watering amount after they were underpaid for years.
Update on ex-AFL great accused of sex with 9yo
The prosecution has revealed how many witnesses it is considering in the trial of a former AFL legend accused of historical sexual abuse.
Ban on woman accused of botox ruse
A woman accused of hospitalising three people with unregistered cosmetic injections has been ordered to stop.
Mum’s last text before pilot son’s death Rottnest Island plane crash: Funeral for pilot James Wong in Sydney
The mother of a pilot who was killed along with two international tourists in a horror seaplane crash has revealed her final text hours before the crash.
Horror discovery in water tank
Aussies are being warned to check their water tanks after a horrible discovery in one led to health concerns.
Albo dodges key terror plot detail
Anthony Albanese has shut down reporters asking questions about an alleged anti-Semitic terror plot stemming from a caravan laden with explosives.
Albo ‘out of the loop’ over terror plot
Police are on the hunt for the masterminds of an alleged Sydney terror plot after making two unrelated arrests, while Albo has come under fire for being out of the loop".
Bank bucks trend with bold move
As the major banks close more regional branches, one of the big four is taking a different approach for face-to-face dealings on Saturdays.
Storms ‘more dangerous then a cyclone’ on the move: BOM
A monsoonal low more dangerous than a cyclone" is on the move and threatening another deluge for towns that have been smashed with almost 1m of rain in only days.
Major change to buying popular painkiller
Aussies will now face new rules when trying to buy one of the country's most popular medications after a concerning number of overdoses.
Huge call for nationwide 50c fares
One party has made a huge call to roll out 50c public transport fares across the nation - a move they say will save the average Aussie thousands every year.
Dire warning after shock summer drownings
A spate of drownings at popular swimming spots in one state has prompted a major warning from authorities.
Woman to fight alleged drug death case
A woman accused of manslaughter months after a man died from a suspected adverse" drug reaction has revealed plans to fight the allegations, a court has been told.
Popular festivals to roll out pill testing
Several popular Aussie music festivals - including one where a person died and another where multiple overdoses occurred - will both have pill testing in place.
Search for ‘traitor’ who sold out The Punisher
Members of Sam The Punisher" Abdulrahim's inner circle are reportedly searching for the traitor' who revealed his location before he was shot.
‘Compromised’: Cops explode over caravan leak
Police said they are not happy" details relating to a caravan set for a mass casualty" anti-Semitic attack were leaked to the public.
Albo ‘out of the loop’ over terror plot
The Prime Minister has been slammed as out of his depth" after being left in the dark over an alleged anti-Semitic caravan bomb plot that has rocked the nation.
Slain gangland figure laid to rest
The body of gunned-down Melbourne gangland figure Sam The Punisher" Abdulrahim has been carried from his funeral service in a gold coffin.
ASIO boss gives update after caravan plot
ASIO chief Mike Burgess noted a disturbing escalation" in anti-Semitic hate acts, after a caravan packed full of explosives was discovered in a Sydney suburb.
Final bank updates its February rate call
All four of the big banks now agree on when the Reserve Bank board will cut interest rates following welcome inflation data this week.
Young Aussies in line for $1321 cash boost
Applications are now open for young Aussies to get a tax-free $1321 cash boost, but there's a catch.
AFL legend’s son learns fate for $144k rort
The son of AFL great Robert Dipper' DiPierdomenico has learned his fate after he was caught ripping off his employer to fuel a gambling addiction.
Major recall for popular kitchen item
A recall has been issued for a popular kitchen product available in several states amid fears of plastic contamination.
‘Not unusual’: Mayor defends eye-watering salaries after council votes to raise rates 40 per cent
Eye-watering salaries at a council where the CEO earns nearly as much as the PM have been slammed after a vote to raise rates by 40pc.
‘Obscene’: Bill Shorten’s new salary at University of Canberra revealed
Aussies have reacted after Bill Shorten's staggering new salary - more than double his base salary as a cabinet minister - was revealed.
Slain gangland figure laid to rest
The body of gunned-down Melbourne gangland figure Sam The Punisher" Abdulrahim has been carried in a golden coffin at his funeral service.
Albo loses another minister
Anthony Albanese will lose another minister at this year's federal election after an MP with 15 years' experience in parliament confirmed his retirement.
Anti-Semitic attack near primary school
A home near a Jewish primary school is among the latest targets in a spate of anti-Semitic attacks sweeping an Australian city.
Huge update in caravan discovery
More details have been provided after a caravan was found with explosives and a chilling note inside, sparking fears of a mass casualty event".
‘Obscene’: Bill Shorten’s new salary at University of Canberra revealed
Aussies have reacted after Bill Shorten's staggering new salary - more than double his base salary as a cabinet minister - was revealed.
So, is Great Northern beer cancelled?
Outraged Aussies have run over cans of a popular beer in a boycott of the brand over their latest campaign, which has been slammed as woke".
Slain gangland figure laid to rest
The body of gunned-down Melbourne gangland figure Sam The Punisher" Abdulrahim has arrived at his funeral service in a gold coffin.
Disturbing discovery in terrorist’s caravan
Police found a chilling note and explosives inside a caravan set for a mass casualty" anti-Semitic attack. But there's one question the PM refuses to answer.
Slain gangland figure laid to rest
Melbourne gangland figure Sam The Punisher" Abdulrahim will be laid to rest on Thursday, after he was allegedly shot dead in a suburban car park.
Albo tipped to lose another minister
Anthony Albanese will lose another minister at this year's federal election, with Assistant Treasurer tipped to retire from politics.
‘More teachers, not lawyers’: MP’s huge call
A federal MP has made a huge call for school-leavers to pursue a different career path than law or finance, amid new figures revealing undergraduate teaching offers are soaring.
Albo shares candid adoption story
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has opened up about life with his beloved late mother - including a revelation she considered putting him up for adoption as a child.
Aussie fighter captured by Russia is alive, Australian government
Penny Wong says Australia has received confirmation Melbourne man captured by Russian forces in Ukraine is alive after reports he had been killed.
Horror note, explosives found in caravan
Anthony Albanese has warned alleged terror plotters they will face the full might" of police after explosives and a note listing Jewish targets were found.
ASX soars on fresh rate cut hopes
The Aussie sharemarket soared on Wednesday as markets factor in the likelihood of a rate cut in February.
Moment killer dad baptised into cult
The moment a father was baptised into a fringe religious circle in the months before he caused the death of his daughter by withdrawing her insulin has been revealed.
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