The stench of evil descended on a regional Aussie town when nine-year-old Ebony Simpson was abducted, and later found dead in a dam. Her and Rachelle Childs’ case share an eerie connection. Listen to the podcast.
A joint AFP and Malaysian police operation has smashed an international smuggling syndicate linked to Sydney and Melbourne that imported ice hidden in 32 tonnes of paraffin wax.
Peter Dutton has made a stunning admission after killing off his WFH policy after backlash from female voters, saying it was a “mistake”. VOTE IN OUR POLL
Jacqui Lambie is brash, brave and controversial, and she doesn’t care who the next Prime Minister is, as long as they do this one thing. WATCH THE VIDEO
Australia’s eight biggest universities make a whopping $5.7bn a year from international students, but that could all change as Peter Dutton sets out to shake things up.
Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen has racked up a travel bill of $260,000 at the expense of taxpayers — also generating as much as 200 tonnes of carbon emissions.
The latest Newspoll has Peter Dutton closing the gap on Anthony Albanese as preferred Prime Minister despite Labor narrowly extending its lead.
Virginia Giuffre has spoken out about her declining health for the first time since claiming she was on her deathbed, as her brother makes a shock claim about the incident.
Aged care residents have revealed how safe they feel in their facility, with people in more than 200 Australian homes claiming they ‘never feel safe’. See where and how yours rates.
Nicola Gobbo – aka Lawyer X – is being sued by a man over his wrongful murder conviction, as newly freed Tony Mokbel plans to follow suit.
The man who made the chilling discovery of Rachelle’s burning body on the side of the road almost 24 years ago has opened up about why he got inked in her honour. Listen to the podcast.
Joe Ingles may be an Aussie NBA cult hero, but his autistic son captured hearts around the world as he battled his diagnosis to watch his dad take the court for the first time.
Rachelle Childs had raised concerns about various men just before she was murdered, including one who said something that didn’t sit quite right with her childhood friend. Listen to the podcast.
See the exclusive first images of Tony Mokbel’s life as a free man, as the drug kingpin follows through on his promise to visit his mother’s grave and say farewell.
On being sentenced to three decades in jail, Tony Mokbel worked the room like a salesman but today he retired the swagger of previous court appearances. Here’s a close look inside today’s courtroom.
As US correspondent Tom Minear says farewell to America, he reflects on how Donald Trump went from a one-term oddity to the defining leader of his generation.
The convicted drug kingpin has been allowed to taste restricted freedom for the first time in 18 years and he has revealed there are three things on his immediate to-do list.
For Adelaide woman Chantal Doecke, the word ‘surreal’ doesn’t even come close to describing her life, particularly an emotional but bittersweet meeting with a previously unknown twin brother in Brisbane.
Rachelle Childs’ death is one of the country’s most perplexing murder mysteries. A new 3D video reconstruction aims to piece together what happened in the hours before she was murdered. See the video, listen to the new podcast.
Damning emails have called DFAT’s decisions over travel warnings into question after seven people, including four Aussies, fell seriously ill at a five-star hotel in Fiji.
Western Bulldogs had a High Court appeal rejected, forcing the AFL club to pay a child abuse victim almost $3 million.
Australia’s world first laws to protect children online have made the cover of one of the globe’s biggest magazines.
Sources close to Prince Andrew have revealed how he has reacted to his accuser Virginia Giuffre’s claims that she nearly died after being in a bus crash.
Four people have lost $500,000 in a major cyberattack that targeted Australian super funds and didn’t just steal money.
A new 3D reconstruction of Rachelle Childs’ prized Holden has revealed startling details that could help bust her cold case wide open. See the video, listen to the podcast.
Key market index now 10 per cent below February 14 record close as tariff fears hit investors. Woodside, Santos lead energy slump. Banks and miners also in the red.
Australians are facing a widespread hit from Trump’s tariffs, including farmers, winemakers and manufacturers. SEE THEIR STORIES
Former prime minister John Howard has predicted who will win the upcoming federal election and why, compared to Bob Hawke and Paul Keating, Anthony Albanese is “out of his depth”.
Australia is in the grip of a record influenza wave, while Covid-19 is also circulating widely. See how you can get the flu vaccine for free.
Virginia Giuffre, the Aussie woman who accused Prince Andrew of rape, landed in court just weeks before she was hit by a bus and revealed she could die from kidney failure.
Liberal MP Aaron Violi says Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has made a “tough and courageous” decision in his current election campaign.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has confirmed Australia is well positioned in dealing with US imposed tariffs.
From steam cars to three-wheeled wonders, these are some of the rarest cars on SA’s roads.
Australia’s opposition leader has backflipped on the work from home options for public servants.
New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park has issued a warning against doctors planning to strike on Tuesday.
Trump’s aggressive tariff policy may have shaken global markets, but superannuation members have been urged to do one thing to avoid ‘locking in losses’.
The Greens have revealed a multi-billion-dollar package that would help the cost of living crisis for Australian families by making childcare…
Former Labor senator Graham Richardson claims the Labor Party is “entitled to favouritism” following the latest Newspoll result.
Sky News Chief Election Analyst Tom Connell has examined the latest Newspoll figures and discussed some of the big issues ahead of the critical…
Saints player Jack Higgins has earned the ire of an entire city – including one of its star footballers – for cheeky comments made in a post-match…
US President Donald Trump’s trade war has not immediately affected the Australian federal budget, the latest update shows, but the economy could take a hit.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton spoke today regarding how South Australian residents are worried he will soon become ‘Donald Trump lite’ if…
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton claimed to have strong leadership skills at a media conference today while simultaneously faulting the Labor Party….
Monday April 7, 2025: What’s making news today
National Leader David Littleproud claims Opposition leader Peter Dutton has shown “leadership and courage” by admitting his work from home…
Grant Stevens has revealed what it really took to get him in front of the cameras to sell his force to potential recruits around the world.
Sky News Political Editor Andrew Clennell says polling has shown the election has “turned” in favour of Labor.
Nationals Leader David Littleproud has discussed how Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has slacked on his relationship with US President Donald…
Independent MP for Fowler Dai Le has said none of the recently announced battery programs will address immediate energy bill issues for workers….
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said that sometimes you have to take medicine when asked about markets, adding that he was not intentionally…
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