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Wintery blast to lash southeast Australia
Multiple southeast states could cop the brunt of a wintery blast over the coming days - which could bring 110kmh winds, heavy rainfalls, dangerous surf and even snow.
2024 BMW iX3 electric car review
This premium electric SUV proves there is more to battery-powered machines than Elon Musk's brand of motoring.
‘Phenomenal’ bomb set to go off in space
A massive thermonuclear explosion is about to go off in space and the violent rupture will burn brightly in the night.
NASA’s ‘Planet Killer’ asteroid discovery
A Planet Killer" asteroid big enough to kill a million people, has passed close to Earth, leaving scientist stunned by one alarming detail.
Albo’s shock move amid outage chaos
The Prime Minister has made a shock announcement as the country grapples with the ongoing effects of a global IT outage.
$6000 reason Aussies were late to work today
Friday mornings are tough on everyone trying to get to work on time but there's a big reason so many Aussies were late today - and it was a costly one.
‘Everywhere I look, blue screen of death’: CrowdStrike outage could take ‘weeks’ to fix
The infamous Blue Screen of Death is causing chaos around the world - and experts are warning it could take a long time to fix.
More than 80 kangaroos found shot, mowed down
A conservation regulator has launched an investigation after more than 80 kangaroos were found with gunshot wounds and injuries consistent with being rammed" by a vehicle.
Three star safety for Suzuki Swift
The most affordable car in its class has been slammed by safety authorities, who claim its maker has prioritised cost over the safety of its customers.
‘Touch it’: Creepy thing home assistant told child, exposing the risks of AI technology
Home assistants and chatbots powered by AI are going rogue, with chilling examples emerging.
Honda revives legendary Prelude
The Japanese carmaker has taken a conservative path in recent years, but it will revive one of its most loved sports cars at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Is hydrogen the ultimate zero-emission transport answer
Plug-in electric cars represent the immediate future of zero-emission motoring, but many carmakers believe there are other options.
Social media age barrier dismissed as ‘superficial’, dangerous
A tough 16-and-over social media limit could give parents a false sense of security against predators and damaging, exploitative content, a key teen charity says.
OPINION: Why the ‘ultra’ driver’s licence is a lemon
A world-first licence for high performance cars is tokenism plus revenue', failing to deliver for motorists and road safety in three key areas.
Olympians deliver stark tech warning to parents
Two of Australia's top athletes have warned of the damage of digital devices" pulling kids away from the glories of sport to the closed world of smartphones.
Car makers are serious about air taxis
The world's leading carmakers are investing heavily in exciting new technology designed to tackle congested city streets.
Chinese hacking group named and shamed
The malicious group, acting on behalf of the Chinese government, has hacked into government sectors and private companies.
Aussies being targeted in ATO tax scams
Authorities have warned taxpayers to be aware of tax scams targeting Aussies as they submit their tax returns.
Man attacked by shark at remote beach
Authorities are investigating after a person was bitten by a shark at a remote beach.
Gen Z Setting New Trends
Australians are being forced to scale back their spending across the board and some are running the gauntlet in alarming ways.
Bowen warns nuclear policy and renewables not compatible
Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen says Australia's energy supply cannot afford to wait for untested nuclear power plants while renewables are working.
No, what a feeling: Toyota LandCruiser V8 dropped despite strong demand
Demand for this model remains incredibly strong, but the manufacturer has decided to pull it from sale due to community expectations'.
Man arms himself with sign in alleged road rage attack
An alleged road rage brawl has erupted between a group of men, with one arming himself with a metal steering lock and another with a shop sign.
Special edition WRX will have the purists smiling
This turbocharged sports sedan has built an incredibly loyal following from driving enthusiasts, delivering old-school thrills with modern luxuries.
‘Slap yourself’: Tesla act at Woolies slammed
Electric vehicles continue to generate controversy in Australia over driver etiquette.
MG finally lives up to the badge
This brand is best known for its affordable hatchbacks and softroaders, but it's taken an adventurous turn with its latest offering.
Popular Aussie content creator dies suddenly
A popular Australian content creator has died suddenly, with tributes flooding social media remembering the bright and spirited" woman.
Bird flu found in backyard chickens
Chickens at a home in the ACT have tested positive to bird flu making it the second site in the nation's capital where the virus has been detected.
Giant crocodile climbs fence in horrifying clip
A visitor has captured the jaw-dropping moment a giant crocodile begins to climb over a fence at an Aussie wildlife park.
Reno12 Series review: Reno12 Pro brings artificial intelligence to the masses
A new phone has just been released in Australia that deals with some of the most common - and annoying - problems we face every day.
China’s intimidating display of naval might
Xi Jinping's got a big, shiny new navy and he's showing it off in such a way that it has sparked fears about the possibility of a new open war".
2024 MG HS Hybrid coming to Australia
This hi-tech model is being tested on Australian roads ahead of its imminent launch. When it arrives it will shake up Toyota's dominance of the hybrid SUV scene.
Best utes: Ford Ranger v Toyota HiLux v Mitsubishi Triton
Four-wheel-drive workhorses are big business these days and there are two clear leaders in the sales race. But a new take on an old rival could change all that.
Backlash after sanctuary ends koala cuddles
A koala sanctuary has put an end to koala cuddles leaving some visitors disappointed they will no longer be able to hold the cuddly animals.
Grim Instagram, Snapchat stat revealed
The mental health of young Aussies saw a steep decline around the same time social media platforms became more popular, according to new research.
Aussie helicopter pilot killed fighting fires
An Australian helicopter pilot is being remembered as a beacon of light" after he died fighting wildfires in Canada.
The honeymoon is over: EV sales slump
Leading brands have slashed thousands of dollars off the price of their electric cars but buyers don't appear to be responding. It appears the honeymoon is over.
Paramedic hits back at claim after crash
A paramedic who crashed an ambulance after working for more than 18 hours" has hit back with what he claims really happened.
Fresh Covid wave set to wallop Aussies
A new variant of Covid has already produced a bulge in cases, and now experts are warning an even more contagious subvariant will hit Aussies soon.
Wild scenes after driver ploughs through red light
Dashcam footage has captured chaotic scenes after a car barrelled through a red light, with tradies rushing to stop the driver leaving.
$22.7bn bid to secure Aussie jobs
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed how a $22.7bn policy to ensure Australia leads the renewable energy transition will be delivered.
State shivers through coldest morning
Millions to endure almost a week of rain as one city shivers through coldest morning of the year.
‘Ominous’: Fears raised for Molly the magpie
Followers of famous Queensland pet magpie Molly, who hangs out with Peggy the staffy, feared the worst after a concerning post was uploaded.
‘Relentless false information’ stream on social media
Social media apps are subjecting kids to a relentless stream of false information' about diets and sexploitation, a parliamentary inquiry has been told.
This may be the best thing to come to your iPhone
One of the biggest changes to how we experience our most precious memories is being released on Apple devices. It promises to bring your most precious moments to life.
Porn trial targets social media giants
Social media giants will be asked to participate in a trial to prevent children from accessing porn or graphic violence online, it has been revealed.
Plane mechanic sucked into engine, killed
A plane mechanic has been killed after being sucked into the engine of a Boeing passenger jet while trying to retrieve a tool' in Iran.
‘Useless’: Outrage as major bank is down
A major bank has resolved an outage after customers flooded social media with frustration when they couldn't access accounts.
Polestar 4 electric car review
This stylish new machine deletes a window in favour of a display screen, which could change the way cars are designed for good.
2024 Mazda MX-5 review
Cars are becoming bigger, greener, heavier and more complex to operate - but this machine holds out against the march of progress.
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