AFL clubs, star throw support behind ‘State of Origin’ charity
A charity event between local footy sides from Victoria and Sydney is going to be bigger than ever, with three AFL clubs and GWS captain Toby Greene getting involved.
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Sneak peek: NT Correctional Services stand at the 2024 Alice Springs Show
Take a sneak peek at one of the most popular stands at the 2024 Alice Springs Show. See what this years NT Correctional stand will have on offer.
Case against local footballer takes strange turn
A local court judge has called it a “bizarre scenario” a footballer charged on 44 domestic violence charges had only been served a two-year DVO. Read what was said.
Woman jailed over fatal botched boob job
A Chinese woman guilty of the manslaughter of another woman who died during a botched breast augmentation procedure will spend more than six years in jail.
‘Disaster’ for PM after rebel senator saga
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has weighed into the rebel senator drama engulfing the Labor Party.
Councillor wants ‘pause’ on parking meter rollout along The Strand
Efforts by a lone councillor to pause the controversial decision to expand paid parking across Townsville including The Strand have been applauded by business leaders. Get the latest.
Report urges Australia to ‘do more’ for Great Barrier Reef preservation
A new UNESCO report has highlighted the precarious status of the Great Barrier Reef, as calls for funding towards the rebuild of Townsville’s reef education centre push on.
Draft watch: 30 APS school footy talents who have turned heads
A host of young talents have put their names forward to AFL recruiters at school level this year — including some father-sons and academy guns. See who has stood out in the APS competition.
Albo’s ‘ultimatum’ to rebel senator
Fatima Payman has quit the Labor Party in a bombshell press conference where she revealed the ultimatum she was given during a tense meeting with the PM.
Rebel senator quits Labor
Fatima Payman has quit the Labor Party in a bombshell press conference where she revealed the ultimatum she was given during a tense meeting with the PM.
‘Rare occurrence’: Terrifying EV fact
Electric vehicle sales have surged in recent years as more Aussies ditch petrol cars. But those on the fence have one major concern.
‘Stupid in the extreme’: Biker’s insane 299km/h M1 stunt
A Gold Coast dad has been caught out filming himself hurtling down the M1 at shocking speeds and performing stunts on his motorbike. See the video and find out what happened in court.
Community mourns girl’s death while NT calls for croc culling
Croc culling has once again become a crucial topic after police said they believed they found the remains of a young girl who was reportedly attacked by one of the dangerous reptiles. Have your say.
He got a new organ, his family “got their dad back”
A Geelong man who used to spend hours on dialysis feels like a new man after a kidney transplant, thanks to a generous donor he will never know.
Lehrmann’s four words in alleged rape: court
Bruce Lehrmann will stand trial for the alleged rape of a woman in Toowoomba back in 2021, with the court hearing new details of the allegations.
Mid-season transfers: Geelong local footy moves you may have missed
A number of clubs have added handy recruits — and a dual premiership star has returned to a flag contender. Plus, some players have made cameos elsewhere.
Update after four found dead at home
The update comes as a health alert is issued for the cocaine, which has been cut with synthetic opioid.
Watch: Thousands set bizarre dance world record in desert
Campers may have missed out on a Nutbush world record but set another in the process at the Big Red Bash.
Police urge witnesses of horror bus crash to come forward
Police are urging the driver of a white ute to come forward who may have information on the shocking triple-fatal crash on the Bruce Highway, as the German consulate provides an update after two young women were killed.
Remains found after suspected croc attack
The girl, 12, went missing on Tuesday. She was last seen swimming in a creek.
Olympian denies A-League betting scandal
An Olympian has pleaded not guilty to claims he was involved in a criminal syndicate that manipulated yellow cards for financial benefit.
Analysis: The key Coutas behind Queenscliff’s mid-season surge
After a season to forget last year, which ended with its senior coach departing prematurely, a young Bellarine outfit is tracking towards its best season since 2018.
New data reveals SEQ’s worst behaved state high school students
A comprehensive analysis of hundreds of public secondary school suspension and exclusion data has revealed SEQ’s worst behaved students. SEARCH YOUR SCHOOL
Uni lists 22 demands for next Territory government
Charles Darwin University has revealed the 22 things it wants from the next NT government, just seven weeks out from this year’s election.
Claims revealed as Lehrmann to face trial on two counts of rape
The woman who accused former Liberal party staffer Bruce Lehrmann of raping her in Toowoomba told police she was passed out and “woke up” to find him penetrating her.
Governor-General’s vow to Aussies
Sam Mostyn has been sworn in as the nation’s 28th governor-general, declaring her “tremendous optimism for Australia”.
ABC caught out in Jodie blunder
Sam Mostyn has been sworn in as the nation’s 28th governor-general, declaring her “tremendous optimism for Australia”.
Analysis: Is this how you beat the Tigers?
A Bellarine challenger has managed to knock off the reigning premier in a statistical area it has dominated all season and never lost, until now.
All the North Qld prisoners busted selling drugs from behind bars
Prisoners were busted selling a new, almost undetectable drug from behind bars in an intense police and corrective services operation conducted last year. Here’s all the offenders who have been sentenced in Townsville courts following the sting.
Why British Commandos have rolled into Darwin
British Special Forces troops rolled into Darwin on the weekend, who have travelled more than 14,000 kilometres for a special dry season activity. Read why the distinguished commando unit has been sent to the Top End.
Full list: Top picks to replace Joe Biden
The US Democratic Party is in a state of chaos with panicked conversations about how to replace President Joe Biden. See who’s on the list.
Exiled senator’s mystery husband unmasked
Intensely private Senator Fatima Payman – who is set to quit the Labor Party in hours – has kept her husband’s identity tightly under wraps.
Revealed: How much every Victorian mayor is paid
Dozens of Victorian mayors are now receiving almost $135,000 a year – thanks to a July 1 pay rise. See how much your mayor is paid.
Dachshunds, woodchopping, V8s, giant gnomes: Full guide to the 2024 Alice Springs Show
A celebrity chop off, a dachs-egg race, V8 supercars and much more. Here’s what you can expect from the 2024 Alice Springs Show.
Shocking new claims about George Pell’s body
George Pell had a “broken nose” and his body had been treated with “gross disrespect” when he was flown back from the Vatican last year, it has been claimed.
Update on conditions of bus crash patients, family’s heartache after Qld woman killed in bus tragedy
The family of a woman who died in Sunday’s horrific triple-fatal bus crash has spoken of their grief, as it was revealed the woman was travelling with her daughter from Brisbane to Townsville.
Woman accused of horror child abuse
A woman has been accused of deliberately crashing a car with four passengers, including four children, inside.
‘I’ll kill you both’: DV offender released from jail
A Pittsworth farm worker who threatened to kill the mother of his child, and burn her house down, has been released back into the community.
Rogue senator’s $450k reason not to quit
Rebel Senator Fatima Payman can charge taxpayers an eyewatering amount of money each night to sleep in her own investment property.
‘Petty thing’: Mayor’s media exile slammed as pointless by councillors
Mayor Troy Thompson is back at work, but his first decision once he returned to his role has been described as “petty” by a councillor.
‘Screwed’: Aussies can’t sell used Teslas
Trying to sell a second hand Tesla is taking years in some cases and requiring hefty discounts, sparking anger among owners of the once-hot cars.
Food reviewer’s ‘terrifying’ arrival at glam new restaurant
For a food reviewer, there really is nothing more terrifying than what was experienced walking into this brand new, glamorous 200-seat Brisbane restaurant.
Extraordinary diplomatic dressing down puts Jewish relations at all-time low
Australia has sparked a diplomatic flashpoint after the Albanese government hauled in Israel’s ambassador for a dressing down over his country’s war in the Middle East.
‘Absolutely amazing’: Kids stoked about centre’s new play area
A Townsville shopping centre has just opened an exciting new play area in its food court for kids to have fun while their parents take a break. Check out its features.
‘Why I am now living in a bus’: Mum reveals brutal reality of rental crisis
A working mum of two who moved her family to rural Queensland to escape the overpriced Sydney rental market has been confronted with the reality of life without a home and her two children now living away from her.
Outspoken MP’s bold statement at ball
Never one to shy away from controversy, Lidia Thorpe arrived in a white gown with a phrase written across it.
Outspoken MP’s bold statement at ball
Never one to shy away from controversy, Lidia Thorpe arrived in a white gown with a phrase written across it.
Surprise claim as AI to create 200k jobs
Thousands of Australian jobs in the AI sector could be created this decade, but major issues remain unanswered.
Shock as family restaurant latest in national chain to close
The founder of an iconic restaurant chain has blamed cost-of-living for the closure this week of another regional outlet less than two years after it opened.
Millions warned about deadly disease
Health authorities have issued a warning for a deadly disease after an infectious traveller visited multiple locations.
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