Easter Show ride goes horribly wrong
Thousands of Aussies will flock to the Royal Easter Show today, but there’s a gross reality of the rides only workers truly understand.
True Stories
Two-decade-old family secret exposed
A woman has revealed how one conversation with her sister more than 20 years after their mother’s death revealed what truly happened to her.
Mum of Teo’s ‘miracle’ girl dies from cancer
Three years after the tragic death of Perth teenager Amelia ‘Milli’ Lucas, her family have confirmed the devastating passing of another beloved family member.
Murderer ‘strangles wife in conjugal visit’
A prisoner serving time for four murders is now facing an investigation into his wife’s death, with their children demanding answers.
Horrifying reality behind shower ‘loofah’
A woman has gone viral after sharing a photo of a “sponge-looking” object in her bathroom – much to the horror of social media users.
Major update after tourist’s leg amputated
A kayaker who had his leg amputated following a 20-hour rescue mission in Tasmania has returned home after spending months recovering in hospital.
100 new tips in JonBenét Ramsey case
Boulder police are working 100 new tips in the JonBenét Ramsey case, as the family prepares to meet with the chief of police in January.
’High-paying’ job to homeless single mum
Tammy Louise was a highly-paid businesswoman with several investment properties to her name – before everything crumbled.
23yo hit woman known as ‘The Doll’ arrested
The woman was arrested for her alleged involvement in several high-profile murders, including the killing of her ex-lover.
‘Sick fantasy’: Sex questions exposed
Celeste was young when her church found out she’d had sex outside of marriage. What happened next left her traumatised and disgusted.
‘This could be it’: Netballer’s horror moment
Paige Hadley can’t really remember a time before netball was in her life. But a disastrous injury made her thought it was all over.
World’s tallest and shortest woman meet
Rumeysa Gelgi stands at a towering 7 feet, and Jyoti Amge just scrapes 24 inches in height, which is about 2 feet.
‘Never a dull moment’: Snake caught on plane
A Disney television star has saved the day after a snake was spotted in the cabin of a Virgin flight from Broome.
‘So bad’: Aussie star’s secret high school hell
A popular social media star had to move schools when she was a teenager due to an awful experience – but years later it led to her unique career.
‘Now-or-never’ moment that launched empire
Nikki Parkinson was comfortable in her career of 20 years, but a decision to make a change led her down a path she would never have predicted.
Soldier’s battlefield prediction comes true
When Curtis McGrath stepped on an explosive device in Afghanistan, rather than his thoughts turning to the end he made an eerie prediction.
Horror clip shows wild 170km/h crash
In October 2021, journalist Ben Hyde left his Adelaide office and drove down a quiet street. What happened next would change his life forever.
Horrific truth about Lillie James murder
The parents of murder victim Lilie James have spoken out about the nightmare, while her killer is described as “calculated” with “bottomless” rage.
12yo takes life, victims forced into sick acts
A prolific catfish abuser “degraded and humiliated” victims, including some as young as 10 resulting in devastating consequences. WARNING: DISTRESSING
’Crippling’ mystery solved after 64 years
It took 64 years for this Aussie woman to uncover the awful mystery of what really happened to her, and it was a moment that changed everything.
18yo dies after telling mum ‘I’m fine’
The young woman insisted she was “fine” when her mother suggested she go the emergency room.
‘How I became a drug kingpin’
WHEN Sydney boy Steven Spaliviero found himself locked up with a drug cook named Igor, he decided to make the most of it.
‘20 years of time taken’: Folbigg’s compo push
Kathleen Folbigg is pushing to have her life back after wrongly spending 20 years behind bars over the deaths of her four children.
Fury at ‘entitled’ note on Sydney bench
A simple note on a picnic table has ignited outrage, with locals furious over what has been labelled “the dictionary example of entitlement”.
Twist after woman vanishes from festival
Her family were very worried that the woman, who disappeared from the popular festival, had been kidnapped.
Row over ‘self-identifying’ Aboriginal man
A “self-identifying” Aboriginal man has been told to prove his heritage and ordered to stop performing Welcome to Country ceremonies.
Man’s stupid ‘hack’ to steal from Woolies
A man has been caught using a bizarre technique to shoplift hundreds of dollars worth of groceries from his local supermarket.
Aussie killed in overseas motorbike crash
A Perth man has been remembered as a family man with a “cheeky smile” after he died just a day before he was set to return from an overseas trip.
Crazy moment huge shark attacks boat
A fisherman has captured the wild moment a massive great white shark attacked his boat, trying to take a chunk out of the side.
Man’s last wish after terminal diagnosis
The boss of a man with a terminal cancer diagnosis is pushing to make his friend’s dream a reality.
Mum’s ‘massive’ face tattoo regret
She says the Harley Quinn inspired tattoos have also impeded her ability to gain employment.
Small farm town hid massive cocaine empire
For years, she ran a covert drug operation from her family farm – now, she’s one of the most sought-after criminals in the country.
$25k dog act two days after tradie buys ute
A tradie has been left $25,000 out of pocket after his two-day-old ute full of tools was stolen from his driveway.
Dad dies weeks after miracle baby’s birth
A Queensland man who had been told he would never be able to have children has died four weeks after the birth of his baby daughter.
Popular Aussie Youtuber dies suddenly
A popular Australian content creator has died suddenly, with tributes flooding social media remembering the “bright and spirited” woman.
Why these photographs should terrify you
This haunting photo album uncovered after World War II exposes an eerie truth about the lives of the Nazis.
Husky mauls 6-week-old baby to death
The baby died in the home after the unprovoked attacked left him with lethal injuries.
‘Can’t be’: Girlfriend’s shock discovery
On the side of the road this week, a woman in a relationship for 10 years learned the sickening truth about her longtime partner’s past.
Hidden detail on popular family holiday stuns
An Aussie who went all the way to Florida for the joys of Disneyland discovered some unheard-of gems.
Side of LinkedIn you didn’t know about
There’s a side of LinkedIn (and Instagram for that matter) that you might not know exists. Jana Hocking is here to explain.
‘Silly’: Huge cost of island holiday nightmare
A Victorian man left in a coma after being stabbed in Fiji are facing an enormous medical bill.
23yo reveals incredible transformation
A 23-year-old woman has revealed how she hit “rock bottom” and managed to turn her life around in just five years.
Dad’s chilling split decision in Bondi attack
A man who was inches from the attacker at Bondi Westfield has reflected on the split decision that ultimately saved his children’s lives.
Grandmother bags massive $2.2m Keno win
An Adelaide grandmother has received the shock of a lifetime after coming home with over $2 million playing numbers she has played for eight years.
Blind personal trainer’s gut-wrenching video
A legally blind personal trainer has shared a heartbreaking video online after struggling to find clients. What happened next blew him away.
Model’s tragic post 14 years after attack
More than a decade after she was attacked in broad daylight, an Aussie model has asked the question on the minds of so many.
Text that stopped 24-year heroin addiction
Karisse, who was no longer living with her mother, began using drugs at the age of 13, initially starting off with speed and benzodiazepines.
30 prison guards had sex with inmates
A disturbing report about guards having sex with prisoners has emerged — with one female staffer falling pregnant.
Shock reason customer left $15,000 tip
Staffers at a restaurant were floored after finding a huge tip left on a customer’s bill – only to discover the sad reason for the generous gift.
Mum’s kids expelled over OnlyFans promo
A Christian school expelled two of its students this week after their porn star mother refused to take a sticker promoting her OnlyFans page off her car.
Brutal reality for mums ‘exposed’ in bikini pic
A Sydney woman who felt her skin “ripping” after having her second child was shocked to be told it was “what it meant to be a mum”.
Crisis forcing Aussies to shop smarter
Aussies are becoming smarter shoppers as they try to stretch budgets further during the cost of living crisis.
Woman kicked out of shops over outfit
There’s no law to stop someone from wearing a crop top, but this shopping centre security guard seemed to think there was.
Influencer ripped to shreds over dinner bill
A social media influencer has kicked off a fiery debate about who should pay for dinner when invited out to someone’s birthday bash.
Grim truth about ‘proud trans’ influencer
TikTok star Rachel Queen Burton gained thousands of followers for being a “proud trans” woman but she was hiding a terrible secret.
‘Raging habit’: Meth addict is unrecognisable
A Sydney woman addicted to meth at just 21 has revealed how what started as a party habit took over her life and left her homeless.
Chaos at One Direction star’s concert
Police were called to a Sydney music venue after things took an ugly turn when fans lined up more than a day before a One Direction star’s concert.
Horror as inmate executed with nitrogen
A convicted murderer put to death via an untested method, used his last words to slam the execution as forcing humanity backwards.
2yo boy starves to death next to dead dad
A young boy has been found dead in a home after his father died of a heart attack. A review has been launched into the incident.
Meth addict’s incredible transformation
A woman who was addicted to meth has shared her incredible transformation three years after quitting the life-destroying drug.
Shock reason couple denied Aussie’s sperm
An Australian man’s selfless act to help a couple start a family has been tarnished after they decided against taking his sperm for a wild reason.
Crushing diagnosis after 3yo’s nappy change
After undergoing seemingly endless rounds of chemotherapy, Paddy and his parents were told things were looking positive. But the family was dealt a crushing blow.
‘Horrendous’: Woman’s plane act sparks fury
A woman’s infuriating and “selfish” act for the duration of an overnight flight has left many social media users speechless.
‘Cover up’: Plus size woman’s bikini angers
A plus-size woman who loves to wear crop tops and skimpy swimmers revealed she cops nasty abuse from strangers for her confidence.
Dad’s warning after terrifying beach find
An Aussie dad is warning others of a dangerous find, after he and his son had a near-death experience with a highly venomous sea creature at a beach.
Beautiful twist after no-show at book launch
A humble retiree who had not a single person turn up to his local library at the launch of his debut book has experienced an extraordinary turn of fortune.
Shock new claims emerge on Hoskins’ death
Melissa Hoskins died on December 30 after being hit by a 4WD ute, allegedly driven by her husband Rohan Dennis.
Goldendoodle costs family $6,000
In thirty minutes, one furry criminal tried to bite off more than he can chew – but couldn’t eat all the evidence.
12yo student raped by teacher’s fury: ‘Ripoff’
Vili Fualaau, the student lover and later husband of Mary Kay Letourneau, has slammed the latest chapter in the long-running saga.
Woman’s amazing NYE Sydney train hack
A woman has revealed the brilliant way she was able to enjoy uninterrupted views of Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks – and she was back in bed by 12.20am.
‘Disturbing’: Mosman at war over shop sign
A Sydney massage parlour sign has sparked a mass debate online, with many calling it ‘disgusting’.
Aussie pub drops wild 2023 CCTV footage
Bums, biffs, burnouts and chunder – An Aussie pub is going viral for posting a compilation of the best CCTV footage they have recorded in 2023.
‘I impregnated 180 women, but I’m single’
‘Dangerous’ father of 180 kids has complained he can’t get a girlfriend, as experts warn against using social media to find sperm donors.
‘Freedom’: Gypsy Rose grins after jail release
Released three years early from a second-degree murder charge, she’s now preparing to tell her story.
Family loses father and house in 24 hours
A Queensland family has lost an adored father and husband on the same day their family home went up in smoke in a Boxing Day tragedy.
Aussie singer’s brilliant clapback to trolls
An Aussie singer who was cruelly targeted by trolls over his unique appearance has had the last laugh with a brilliant clapback to online bullies.
Woman trashes mum in scathing obituary
A woman has sparked intense backlash over a scathing obituary she wrote about her “violent, hateful, and cruel” mum – who she also described as a “monster”.
Doctor ‘had sex with women in his surgery’
The doctor said all their acts were consensual, and argued everything that took place was because of his sex addiction.
Aussie’s wholesome Xmas gift to strangers
An Aussie has gifted flight ticket vouchers to people in need instead of letting them go to waste, performing the ultimate Christmas miracle.
‘Worst thing’: Aussies regret buying homes
Buying a home is a dream for many people, but for one couple home ownership has turned into a nightmare, and they are not alone.
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