‘Just for spite’: Bizarre twist in playground saga
Drama has erupted in a local council after children and elderly people injured themselves on a newly opened playground.
Outdoors
‘Infuriating’ Sydney problem not going away
If you’ve been outside in the past few days, you’ve likely been subjected to this pest – and the issue “shows no sign of slowing down”.
$30 Bunnings hack has Aussies frothing
A hack to make your fence look “brand new” has been discovered, with the key item costing less than $30.
Dramatic moment hiker rescued from cliff
It took an hour for emergency services to rescue the man, who plunged 10m off a dangerous cliff face and was struggling to hold on.
‘Massive’: Shock outback find goes viral
A woman’s “stunning” discovery at a remote West Australian mine has sent the internet ablaze.
Neighbourhood war erupts over ‘$50k’ hedge
Residents of a quiet Melbourne street have found themselves embroiled in a high-stakes showdown with their local council – over a bush.
Green thumbs warned about deadly disease
One state’s green thumbs are being warned to be vigilant amid a possible spike in cases of a deadly bacterial infection.
Stop buying this $6 Bunnings item right now
The hardware store has come under fire for selling an item experts say needs to be banned as it’s a “huge problem” for the country.
‘Useless’ feature in every Aussie street
Experts have backed a big call to ditch a “functionally useless” part of modern Australian life, found on virtually every street across the country.
Council wages war on residents over plants
Residents and business owners in an affluent pocket of Sydney have hit back after being slapped with huge fines from their local council.
’Horrifying’ discovery at playground
A parent has made an alarming discovery at a playground, prompting the council to shut the play area down.
Dangerous thing campers shouldn’t do
Campers this Easter long weekend need to be careful of a common device that can become a “bomb”.
Why this photo is making Aussies rage
A viral photo from the carpark of a popular beachside hotspot has Australians fuming online.
Moment mum learns daughter drowned
A neighbour has shared the devastating moment the woman’s screams echoed up the street.
Picture exposes Aussie beach truth
A historical photograph shows many of us are being too sooky when it comes to a common beach complaint.
‘Why?’: Kmart’s new $25 product roasted
Kmart released a 2-in-1 Inflatable Pool Lounger, but social media users had a strong reaction to the Anko product and its sun safety implications.
Tassie woman wins ‘world’s ugliest lawn’ prize
The Tasmanian says she was proud to be crowned the owner of the world’s ugliest lawn in a bizarre contest that was backed by a Hollywood actress.
‘Shocked’: Kmart selling $900 item for $199
A Kmart dupe of a luxury $900 tent has sparked a frenzy on social media, with shoppers declaring they need it “immediately”.
Bin act sparks war in Aussie suburb
One Australian has found themselves in hot water over a bin act… but others see no problem with.
Bizarre sight spotted at iconic Sydney beach
An iconic beach has been turned green as surfers brave severe storm warnings for a Christmas Day swim.
Hidden danger in common Aussie act
Millions of Australians are planning to put themselves in the path of danger while taking part in one time honoured Summer tradition.
‘Stop breeding’: Suburb locked in Xmas war
Residents of an up market Sydney suburb have been issued a scathing demand after a Christmas debate raged.
Most magical Christmas lights revealed
Muggles have been welcomed to a special Christmas lights display as the team from Harry Potter have transformed an Aussie home into a magical wonderland.
Sick reason wasp chose not to kill spider
An Aussie mum filmed an orange spider wasp taking on a giant huntsman – and the outcome of the battle is guaranteed to disturb you.
‘Rats, maggots’: Council’s bin move slammed
Residents in one of Sydney’s largest councils have attacked controversial rubbish bin decisions, claiming it has caused the number of rats, maggots and flies to skyrocket.
Aussie’s ultra-rare find inside backyard pool
An Aussie man got more than he bargained for during a routine swimming pool clean.
‘Exploded’: ALDI product’s major warning
A popular product from ALDI’s Special Buys has been recalled after customers who purchased it reported it had “exploded, melted and caught fire”.
‘Total ban’: Huge call from Mitre 10
Four more companies have announced they will ban the potentially deadly engineered stone, following in the footsteps of Bunnings and Ikea.
Kmart shoppers go crazy for ‘genius’ $39 item
A new product which takes sun lounging to a new level is proving very popular among Kmart shoppers due to a “revolutionary” feature.
Major recall over ’deadly’ solar batteries
Aussies are urged to search their homes for ‘deadly’ solar batteries as thousands are urgently recalled.
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