TikTok influencer’s role in NDIS group under investigation
A self-proclaimed business expert who has thousands of followers on TikTok is behind an NDIS business which has allegedly not paid some of its staff for four weeks.
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Two frontrunners emerge in race for Victoria’s next top cop job
Both of the leading candidates are veteran cops from other states. See who else is in the running to become Victoria’s next Police Commissioner.
‘Slashing me’: Victim tells of horror attack in NDIS group home
Thugs carrying a machete and a shotgun attacked a man in an NDIS group home, with the victim fearing he was “going to die”.
New faces of parliament; Lambie fights for political life in Senate
These are the new faces of Australia’s next parliament, as Jacqui Lambie fights to keep her position in the Senate with votes being counted.
‘Mustn’t sell our soul’: Reason behind shocked Liberals’ crisis
The Coalition is facing an existential crisis, with some party members pushing to make massive changes that will affect their ability to succeed in the next election.
Albo confirms Trump call; US President ‘no idea’ who Dutton is
Anthony Albanese has confirmed he has spoken with Donald Trump after the US President revealed he had no clue who Peter Dutton was.
‘Toxic, chauvinistic’: Staff turn on company running NDIS
Employees are lifting the lid on what it is really like to work for the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA). Read their scathing remarks.
‘Friction’: Inside the marriage at centre of mushroom murder trial
They started out as friends and fell in love, but now, defendant Erin Patterson and her estranged husband Simon face each other in a courtroom after poisonous mushrooms changed everything.
Ladies ‘liked’ prime suspect in Rachelle’s death
Singles-parties regular Kevin Correll was said to be very popular with women, but few would have a clue he was weeks away from testifying as a suspect at a murdered colleague’s inquest. Listen to podcast.
Why missing man could have been another Milat victim
A Melbourne man who championed a three decades-long campaign to find his brother now thinks he may have tried to hitchhike and fallen into Ivan Milat’s path.
Rachelle suspect showed ex-girlfriend ‘fancy car’
The man police believe may have lured Rachelle Childs to her death with the promise of access to an exclusive Holden later showed off the same model of car at his home, it is claimed. Listen to podcast.
AFL star’s brothel ex freed in Bali
AFL star Ricky Olarenshaw’s estranged wife, who was jailed for running a brothel in Bali, has tasted freedom for the first time in seven months. But now she faces another battle, to see her kids.
‘We think of the future that they could have had’
The parents of Callum and Jake Robinson, murdered in Mexico last year, have shared their anguish a year after losing their boys.
No point in DV funding if we don’t believe women
We can keep throwing money at dealing with Australia’s domestic violence problem, but first we need to believe women like victim Mackenzie Anderson when they seek help, says Julie Cross.
NDIA being taken to court by provider Cocoon SDA Care
A registered NDIS business facing damning allegations, including that of a teenager who was injured with a knife, says it is taking action against the National Disability Insurance Agency.
‘Somebody got to her’: Virginia Giuffre’s dad makes eerie claim
Virginia Giuffre’s father has insisted his daughter didn’t die by suicide, as heartbroken loved ones shared the handwritten message the Jeffrey Epstein survivor left.
‘Like a bomb going off’: How to talk politics at work
The federal election, US President and Gaza conflict are among the hot-button issues to tread carefully around in the office. Experts weigh in on how colleagues can discuss them respectfully.
‘I want to see my kids’: AFL star’s ex to walk free in Bali
The estranged wife of former AFL star Ricky Olarenshaw is due to walk free from a Bali jail after serving her sentence for running a brothel.
Bank logins leaked: What Aussies should do now
A wave of stolen staff logins has put Australia’s biggest banks on alert. Here’s what it means for you and how to protect your personal information.
Hugh Jackman reveals huge role he turned down
We know him as Wolverine and The Boy from Oz but Aussie heart-throb Hugh Jackman has let slip there’s another iconic role he once said no to early in his career.
Mushroom trial: First came the lies, then came the tears
Erin Patterson, the cook behind the lethal mushroom lunch that killed three people, was overcome with emotion in the dock as her murder trial began.
‘Hit Darwin within 90 minutes’: Defence expert’s grim warning
Former defence secretary Mike Pezzullo has sounded the alarm about Russia’s real reasons for trying to get a foothold in Indonesia’s military base.
Horror IVF bungle ‘not the first time’
A leading IVF lawyer has warned the devastating IVF mix up that led to an Aussie woman giving birth to a stranger’s baby is likely not the only case as claimed.
‘Victim’: Aussie’s lawyer claims self-defence
Aussie man Mohamed Rifai has faced a Bali court for the first time, charged with assaulting a security guard at a popular beach club.
Brethren hit back after MP filmed asking volunteer’s religion
A church has hit back at suggestions they are linked to the Liberal Party, saying they are being harassed including by an MP caught on camera asking about their religion. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Wake-up call’: How to avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime
The bank passwords of 31,000 Australians are being traded online, it’s been revealed. See how you can track if you have been affected and what you can do to stay cyber safe.
Pauline’s phantoms: One Nation defends ‘ghost candidates’
Dozens of candidates running for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation have no public profile, while several “ghost candidates” live far from the seats they are contesting.
Telstra outage resolved after email chaos
A Telstra outage that left customers struggling to access their emails for more than 12 hours has now been resolved.
Qantas finally boots up wi-fi on international flights
Qantas has quietly switched on wi-fi on select international routes after delays placed it behind rival carriers that have offered internet connectivity in the skies for years.
‘Zero difference’: Rate cuts failing to stem record business collapses
Any further interest rate cuts will come too late for thousands of Aussie businesses, with company collapses on track to top a heart-stopping 15,000 before the financial year is over. Read why more are failing than ever before
Coalition’s ‘gut instincts’ didn’t align with Australia’s wants
Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister Patrick Gorman discusses the success of the Labor Party’s recent election campaign which saw one…
Postal vote causing a ‘problem’ for Monique Ryan in Kooyong race
Chief Election Analyst Tom Connell breaks down the tight race between the Liberal and Teal candidates in the seat of Kooyong.
Liberal and Teal candidate neck and neck in seat of Bradfield
One seat in New South Wales remains too close to call and it’s shaping up to be a tight race between the Liberals and a Climate 200-backed Teal…
Australia, we asked and you answered
Earlier this year news.com.au launched the Great Aussie Debate asking about all the divisive and juicy topics of 2025. More than 54,000 of you…
‘Offer them an alternative’: Coalition needs to ‘move forward’ and listen to Australia
Liberal MP Aaron Violi discusses the Liberal Party’s political campaign and the future of the party following Labor’s landslide victory…
Albo goes off at reporters in big mood shift
“The frenzy that was there, because I invited crossbenchers to the Lodge, with respect, frankly, get a bit of maturity about you,”
The Advertiser, 7NEWS Adelaide: Horror Hills crash, Trump’s election comments
Monday May 5, 2025: What’s making news today
Australia and United States must remain ‘very close allies’
Former Labor Senator Graham Richardson discusses the future of Australia’s relationship with the United States and President Donald Trump….
Romanian nationalist Simion scores first-round election win
Eurosceptic George Simion won the first round of Romania’s presidential election re-run on Sunday (May 4), partial results showed, after a ballot…
Trump confirms offer of U.S. troops to fight Mexico drug cartels
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 4) confirmed he had offered to send U.S. troops to Mexico to help Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum…
Abbie Chatfield furious over Greens rumour
Influencer Abbie Chatfield has responded to questions about her effect on the Greens vote after they lost seats in the Federal Election.
Liberals face ‘fundamental issue’ following crushing election defeat
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has discussed the “fundamental issue” the Liberal Party now faces after losing the federal election…
Driver Hoisted to Safety After Crash Leaves Truck Dangling from Overpass
Firefighters rescued a driver from a semi truck hanging off an overpass after a crash on May 4, in Louisville, Kentucky. Footage released by…
Today’s News Headlines: Donald Trump speaks on Labor’s election win
The latest news from Australia and around the world.
Albo slams reporters in big mood shift
The PM has slammed the media and showcased a mood we have not seen from him in his first press conference since winning the election.
Trump says his fair trade deal with China
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 4) said the U.S. was meeting with many countries, including China, on trade deals, and his main priority…
Lazy Sunday turns into $2.4m windfall
A father has revealed the moment his lazy Sunday turned into the day he scored a massive $2.4m Lotto payout, admitting he just did a random pick of numbers.
International students celebrate Albo victory
International students have celebrated Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s re-election.
‘Different parliament’: Albanese comments on potential split of the Coalition
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it’s a “different parliament” after being asked whether the Coalition would have adequate resources…
Anthony Albanese reveals he’s had a ‘warm and positive conversation’ with Donald Trump
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed he’s had a “warm and positive conversation” with US President Donald Trump recently following…
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