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‘Always smiling’: Tributes for young father killed in horror crash
The tragic circumstances behind a young father’s death in a horrific car crash in Brisbane’s south have been revealed as loved ones pay tributes to a man “dedicated to turn his life around”.
Married, kids? Taylor Swift is a powerforce without either
Pop superstar Taylor Swift doesn’t need to be married or have kids to be a role model to young girls— being a self-made billionaire who writes her own songs is enough.
‘First black woman’: Biden’s horror interview
Joe Biden described himself as a black woman during a radio interview, as calls mount for the 81 year old to drop his re-election bid.
The bitter backyard battles tearing Qld apart
Queensland may be considered a slice of paradise but even our picturesque backyards are not immune from disputes.
How you can own a piece of iconic live music bar
A cornerstone of the Cairns live music scene is embarking on a bold crowd-funding bid to save the venue from closure.
Woman wakes to find realtor in bedroom
A long-term tenant was left ‘terrified’ by a trespassing real estate agent who woke her and her two-year-old son in their bedroom during an inspection.
‘Peer influence’: Caboolture man’s drug driving hospital trip
A Caboolture man, who grew up in Hervey Bay, was caught with MDMA and methamphetamine in his system while driving his father to hospital after he had a stroke, a court has heard.
‘Devastated’: Eight-year-old girl suddenly loses ability to walk
Doctors were unable to discover what was wrong with eight-year-old Eliyana Salmanzadeh who suddenly lost her ability to walk and mysteriously saw light spots in her vision.
Littlefield takes to big stage at touch World Cup
A North Queensland sugar-mill employee says he will run 125 kilometres as a referee at the rapidly approaching 2024 Touch Football World Cup in England.
Cunningham: Power of independents as election now throwing up all kinds of possibilities
Voters have grown tired of this Labor Government, but that’s not necessarily translating into a vote for the CLP, writes Matt Cunningham.
‘We’ve listened’: CLP reveals plan to make boat ramps safer
The opposition has declared boat ramps across the Territory will be made safer under a Country Liberal Party government, with two prime fishing locations name-dropped for an upgrade.
Major hotel announces sudden closure
A major hotel in one Aussie city is about to undergo a massive change that will see the global hotel chain cease trading.
‘Be upfront:’ Albo dents rebel’s claims
A war of words has broken out between a rebel senator and Anthony Albanese, with the PM saying she should “be upfront” on a timeline of events.
Far-right UK party does the unthinkable
Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform party has blown away expectations with a massive result in the UK elections.
‘Wonderful memories’: Popular bayside eatery announces closure
The owners of a popular bayside eatery, which has been one of the features of a waterfront village, have made the difficult decision to close the venue.
What you never knew about Coast marathon
Think you know everything about the Gold Coast Marathon? Think again. The event, which was first held 45 years ago, has a rich history and some incredible victories. This is its story.
Ranked: Top 50 Darwin men’s cricketers since 2000
Darwin cricket has been blessed by big slogging batsmen, elegant No3s, deadly quicks and brilliant all-rounders. It’s been a challenge to rank the best of the best since 2000 but we’ve taken on the challenge. See who has made the cut from 50 to 26 in this first instalment.
Provider drops support services over NDIS funding stoush
A major disability support provider has labelled individual support under the NDIS in the Top End “untenable” after a price hike and dropped the service, yet it will remain in rural locations.
Insane footage of Melbourne hit and run
The moment a man was struck down by his own vehicle in a horror CBD hit and run has been captured on video.
‘Develop good behaviours’: Youth justice facility to teach kids new skills
A new youth justice facility has opened its doors and will allow the NT’s youngest offenders to learn a skill instead of being sent to detention.
Huge development for future of Aussie cash
The consumer watchdog has granted interim approval for the multimillion-dollar deal to ensure the transport of cash across Australia.
‘Just a bloody nice kid’: Town mourns ‘one of a kind’ teen
A town is grieving with hundreds expressing their sympathy for the family of a ‘one of a kind’ young man who was tragically killed in a crash near Millmerran
Deaths, injuries, safety breaches: 15 QLD businesses fined for unsafe work
A Gold Coast worker killed by a crane, an apprentice boilermaker whose testicle was crushed and an exploding tyre on a Logan worksite are just some of the cases Queensland’s courts have dealt with involving companies breaching health and safety regulations.
Dumper collector in court after butt-in with security
A couple who claim they pick up cigarettes at Townsville Hospital when they can’t afford them has wound up in trouble following a long dispute with a local security guard.
Regions raise royalties row: Claims southeast taking lion’s share
The resources industry has sunk $66bn into Queensland’s bottom line over the past decade, with the regions claiming to keep the state alive but arguing the money returned was “minuscule”.
25-year Brisbane weight loss clinic enters liquidation
An award-winning Brisbane clinic which helped 10,000 people lose weight over its 25 years in business has entered liquidation owing hundreds of thousands of dollars to creditors and employees, the appointed liquidators say.
‘Get worse’: Worrying trend for renters
Rents across Australia have continued to skyrocket with the median rental price increasing by 10.3 per cent across the nation.
Former Hells Angel bikie charged with alleged $64k fraud
A former Hells Angel bikie has faced court for allegedly defrauding a business of $64,000.
‘Utterly devastated’: King Charles’ message to hurricane victims
King Charles has spoken about the impact of deadly Hurricane Beryl which battered the Caribbean while Prince William and Princess Catherine have made a “private donation” towards relief efforts.
‘Shocking’: Pedophile cop’s decades of abuse
The decades of abuse a pedophile cop inflicted on boys during his time in power has been fully exposed in a sobering report.
Wild scenes in 15-person centre brawl
Wild scenes broke out at a shopping centre as more than a dozen people allegedly brawled.
Ex-Bachelor star’s Bali nightmare
The former Bachelor star has spoken of the horrific moment her partner was hit so hard he suffered life-threatening injuries.
ASX led by New York North Star
Mining, building and financial shareholders dined out on Thursday, boosted by construction hope in China and a record run on Wall Street.
‘No one’s going to die’: lid on for Garbin girls amid Olympic hope
Darcee Garbin prefers to leave the limelight to gold-medal Diamond sister Sophie and just be “Darcee, the basketballer”. In a few days time, though, she might be ‘Garbin, the Olympian’.
Hawthorn Hawks AFLW land at Northern Nest
The Northern Nest has landed as the Hawthorn Hawks AFLW side look to give back to the community and kick start their pre-season ahead of the 2024 AFLW season.
Two brands collaborate for surprise product
Two iconic Australian brands have collaborated to make a surprise new collection.
Abbie Chatfield shares parking etiquette dilemma
The star shares her experience of being beeped at while she sat in her parked car and the internet is divided
Texts which brought down celebrity psych
Dr Ali Sahebi’s talks on psychology have gone viral, amassing more than 400,000 followers on Instagram. Now, he has been barred from the profession.
How generational change will drive the Northern Territory
Gen Z will have a huge impact on the evolution of towns and cities in the future. Hear what it will do in the Territory.
‘Excellent yarding’: Thousands of cattle change hands in Red Centre sale
A cattle sale has seen some steer fetch “southern prices” right in the Red Centre, with some cattle going for more than $3 a kilo. Read all the results.
Family’s plea after horror Bali incident
The family of an Australian woman who received horrific injuries in an incident in Bali is desperately trying to bring her home for medical care. Warning: Graphic content
Biden attempts a political high-wire act
President Joe Biden attempted a political high-wire act Tuesday by announcing a citizenship pathway for half a million immigrants married to US nationals.
‘Awe-inspiring’: Incredible footage captures whale swim up to boaties
Mooloolaba boaties got more than they bargained for when they were surprised by a whale in an unlikely spot. See the video.
Mass purge of frozen sperm in one state
One state has ordered the mass purge of frozen sperm after an audit found they were at risk of potentially devastating identification issues.
Whooping cough cases surging in two states
A frightening virus which can turn deadly, particularly in babies, continues to surge in some of Australia’s biggest states.
Shocking detail in Parliament protest
Activists made hoax calls to divert police attention before climbing onto the roof of Parliament House in a protest condemned by the Prime Minister.
Shocking detail in Parliament protest
Activists made hoax calls to divert police attention before climbing onto the roof of Parliament House in a protest condemned by the Prime Minister.
‘Devastating’: Police to identify remains believed to be missing girl
Police believe they have found the remains of a 12-year-old girl who was reportedly attacked by a crocodile in Palumpa and are working to identify them.
Filipino property tycoon to sell NT cattle station
Offers of about $40 million are expected for a 559,000ha cattle station located about 400km north of Alice Springs. See the details.
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