‘Property investor’ Albo blasted on housing
The Greens have again taken aim at Anthony Albanese over his government’s stand on a key tax benefit for property owners.
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‘Mad Max’: Truckie captured with illegal rims
Footage has emerged of a truckie travelling down a busy motorway with law-breaking modifications to their rig.
Cops reveal huge update after Syd stabbing
There’s been a major update after a rugby league player was allegedly fatally stabbed outside a restaurant on a Sydney street.
Major change for popular beach
Vehicles will be banned from a popular beach in a decision aimed largely at protecting a turtle nesting ground.
Detail in China visit Australia can’t ignore
A major move from China is overshadowing federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ visit to Australia’s biggest trade partner.
Role Irish Lion ready to make most of
Brisbane Lions’ Irish player Conor McKenna will play whatever role is asked of him in Saturday’s AFL grand final.
Former Swans captain feels Mills’ pain
The former Sydney captain who will present the premiership cup if the Swans win on Saturday has endured similar heartbreak to Callum Mills.
Council candidate targeted in ‘racist’ attack
A council candidate says she has been left scared for the safety of her family after a campaign sign was smeared with racist rhetoric.
Massive push for Middle East breakthrough
Australia has joined the US other allies in calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.
Disturbing details in prison child abuse ring
The police have made more arrests connected to a sick alleged prison child sex abuse ring that called itself ‘The Pack’.
Storm’s ‘cooling influence’ for fiery final
Craig Bellamy says Ryan Papenhuyzen is way more than a cool haircut and laid out just why one of his qualities will be crucial against the Roosters.
Tradie accidentally turns Harbour green
Waters around a prime Sydney suburb have been turned fluorescent green by run-off from a tradie.
Seven accused of international scam plot
Seven people have been charged after allegedly assisting foreign scammers to swindle $14m from wannabe Australian investors.
Katy Perry rubs shoulders with Aussie legends
The pop sensation has met with a few of Australia’s biggest names ahead of the AFL Grand Final.
Meninga responds to Ponga’s shock call
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has given his take on the Kalyn Ponga mess as the fallout continues over the Knights star’s decision to shun playing for Australia.
X-rated renaming of Bob Hawke school
A cheeky hacker has combined a school named after former prime minister Bob Hawke and a viral catchphrase with X-rated results.
Kangaroos set to lose another superstar
The Kangaroos look set to be without another superstar for the Pacific Championships, with a key player likely to need surgery at the end of the season.
Smith’s rankings freefall hits new low
Cameron Smith and his three Aussie LIV teammates lifted the trophy after winning their tour’s biggest event this week, but there was a negative impact as well.
‘Content’: Injured Lion opens up on GF heartbreak
Brisbane ruckman Oscar McInerney has spoken for the first time since the injury that ended his hopes of a premiership medal.
City centre shut after grim discovery
Swathes of a busy regional city centre have been closed after a man was found with serious injuries.
Stunning win won’t change Aussie star’s mind
A gold medallist in Paris and now a dual world champion still has heads shaking about why she’s headed to retirement.
So much riding on head-to-head clash
An upfront battle between two of the NRL’s best enforcers could determine Friday’s preliminary final in Melbourne.
‘Real win’ for women needing this service
Women living in one Australian state will have better access to a vital service from Saturday in a move described as a “real win” foe women.
Alleged granny stabber’s bid for freedom
A woman who allegedly tried to kill her grandmother in a stabbing attack in her home has learnt whether she’ll be back in the community.
‘High-profile’ target of alleged botched hit
The identity of a high-profile man targeted in an alleged botched assassination attempt has been revealed.
‘Pay the price’ for grand final glory: Matthews
There’s a long list of legendary stories of players getting through AFL grand finals with injuries and a key Lion can join the list this week.
Son of former AFL star dies suddenly
A Queensland man in his 20s, the son of a former AFL player, has died, leaving his family “heartbroken” and “devastated”.
Reassurance for Aussies stuck in Lebanon
Anthony Albanese says plans are being made for Australians stuck in Lebanon as Israel vows a ground incursion.
Search for Samantha Murphy continues
Police are again today wading through dense bush in the search for missing Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy.
Man shot in leg on suburban street
A suspect is on the run after a man was hospitalised following a shooting, with police investigating if a vehicle fire is related to the incident.
Matildas add to hectic workload
The Matildas have included a second game in an October schedule that already includes a match against Germany and four matches in Australia to end 2024.
‘That’s not right’: Albo cuts off Today host
Anthony Albanese has snapped at a morning news host after she struck a nerve when questioning him about his government’s fiscal management.
‘Extreme’: Aussie gun’s bold Cup move
Making his Presidents Cup debut, Min Woo Lee left no one in any doubt how amped he is to take down the USA for the first time in 26 years.
What’s on in Melbourne this Friday
If you manage to dodge the supermarket rush this Friday public holiday in Melbourne, there is plenty to see and do around the city.
Kylie Minogue issues major Aus tour update
Australia’s pop princess has made an announcement just a day before the lead single of her upcoming album is set to drop.
Woman killed in Melbourne house fire
Two people have escaped a house fire which claimed the life of a woman in outer Melbourne.
Former TV star’s fresh legal battle
Andrew O’Keefe will appear in court yet again on Thursday after he was allegedly caught driving with an illicit drug in his system in Darlinghurst earlier this year.
Major update in horror Sydney stabbing
Police have made a major breakthrough in their investigation into the stabbing death of a rugby league player who was killed on a major Sydney street.
Historic sex work ‘exit’ scheme rejected
An Australia-first proposal that would have forced the government to help women leave the sex work industry has been defeated.
Huge fire engulfs major city in smoke
A man with life threatening injuries has been rushed to hospital after an inner city building was engulfed in flames, with smoke blanketing large areas.
‘Outraged’: Threat to Albo over mine move
Climate activists have reacted to a move to extend the operations of three mines in NSW, with protesters halting a coal train near Newcastle.
‘Dangerous’: Update in fresh search for Sam
Police have given an update in the renewed search for missing mum Samantha Murphy, revealing they are searching a “number of different areas”.
BOM red-faced after ‘tsunami warning’
A senior BOM spokesman has fronted a video to apologise for confusion after the bureau sent out a “tsunami alert” as part of its testing of a new system.
Cheapest basket of groceries in Oz revealed
A quarterly report into grocery prices has compared the cost of a basket of groceries from Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and IGA, with one chain clearly cheaper.
Green shoots ahead for Aussie economy: OECD
The OECD says the world economy is “turning a corner” on inflation and offers a bullish read on Australia’s outlook for 2025.
Firefighters leaked info to union: IBAC
A new report by Victoria’s anti-corruption watchdog has found public servants leaked information to a union boss amid a culture of mistrust of firefighting management.
Aussies waiting almost a month to see a GP
About 40 per cent of Aussies are waiting almost a month to see a GP, which has seen pharmacists retrain at university to provide more services to their local communities.
‘Not nearly enough’: Grim call on inflation
Inflation is coming down but experts are warning it isn’t yet time for Aussies to pop the champagne bottles to celebrate a rate cut.
Aussie shares dip lower on big bank fall
The Aussie sharemarket dipped lower on Wednesday as bank stocks tumbled.
Socceroo debuts for Villa
It has been a long wait, but Socceroos keeper Joe Gauci has finally been given a first-team chance at Aston Villa.
$40k fine after boy’s scary fall
An indoor play centre has been fined a second time in court after a boy fell 4m suffering nightmare injuries, but says safety is its number one priority.
‘Bit of a stretch’: Pies coach on Stringer links
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has revealed whether the Magpies are still pursuing out-of-contract Bomber Jake Stringer.
Aussie state goes rogue on vape ban
One Aussie state will introduce the toughest vape laws in the country overriding federal laws that come into effect next month.
Teen allegedly ambushes, stabs cop
A teenager who allegedly lured police to his home and attacked them with a knife has been freed to attend hospital despite opposition.
Fears Lebanon becoming ‘next Gaza’, Wong
Following days of deadly Israeli air strikes, Foreign Minister Penny Wong issues her strongest warning to Australians still in the conflict zone.
‘Lot at stake’: Jim’s mission to China
The Treasurer will be travelling to China for two days following concerns China’s slumping economy could have a dire effect on Australia.
Debut caps off Carlton recruit’s big week
A Carlton AFLW recruit will make her club debut 48 hours after turning heads with Harley Reid at the Brownlow Medal.
Key moves behind Storm’s premiership push
After two decades in the job, Storm coach Craig Bellamy keeps evolving his team and captain Harry Grant says some key moves have Melbourne poised to deliver a premiership.
Students injured after incident at school
Three students have been rushed to hospital after they were injured at a primary school.
Man charged after 7-week-old baby dies
A man has been charged following the death of a seven-week-old baby boy who allegedly died in hospital from his injuries.
Lion won’t suffer pain of missing out again
Another untimely injury wasn’t going to stop Lions defender Jack Payne missing the AFL grand final for the second consecutive year.
‘He’s keen’: Maxwell closes on red-ball return
Victoria’s captain says the wheels are in motion for Glenn Maxwell to press his case for Test selection in the Sheffield Shield.
‘Won’t play’: Swans shock GF call on captain
The Sydney Swans captain was adamant he did enough at a closed training session on Wednesday to take his place in Saturday’s AFL grand final but that didn’t sway his coaches.
Big change coming to roads in one state
One state has announced it will trial cameras in an attempt to deter drivers from these risky behaviours on the road.
Simple change coming to Coles stores
The company will conduct the eight-week trial at five stores across the country.
Big bank’s record-breaking fine
One of Australia’s largest banks has been slapped with a record-breaking multimillion-dollar fine.
Man arrested after dramatic police pursuit
A man driving an allegedly stolen car will front court after a dramatic police pursuit ended when the car slammed into a brick wall, leaving a wave of destruction.
Staggering number of officials for AFL grand final
One preliminary final was preferred to another when it came to selecting grand final field umpires among a massive team of officials.
Fiery clash on live TV over inflation
The Coalition is renewing its attacks on the Albanese government after the Reserve Bank’s decision to hold rates.
‘Full of ideas’: Tax issue Albo remains coy on
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appeared to refuse to rule out changes to a tax benefit following reports modelling is being undertaken on reform.
Uber driver saves mum being mauled by dogs
A mother has recounted the horror moment she was set upon by two large dogs in a local park, before being rescued by a passing Uber driver.
Man accused of terrorism offences at Westfield
A man was earlier this year charged with terrorism offences after he allegedly threw chemicals inside a Westfield shopping centre.
‘It is what it is’: Umpire on Brownlow frustration
An umpire has weighed in on the Brownlow Medal furore as AFL boss Andrew Dillon addressed the inflating vote counts.
‘Questions remain’ over baby’s 2011 death
A coronial inquest will search for answers into how a six-week-old baby died years after his father was acquitted twice for his death.
Message to family after horror crash
A magistrate has issued a heartfelt message to the family of two teens killed in a horror crash in which the car split in two.
Grim reality of owning a home exposed
Australians wanting the security of home ownership will be rocked by these figures showing just how easier it was a decade ago.
Katy Perry’s huge Aussie announcement
The major announcement comes just days before the pop star is slated to perform at the 2024 AFL Grand Final.
‘Melting’ phenomenon could hit Aussie state
Temperatures are set to plummet across much of the country amid warnings of wild weather, with one state even told it could see unexpected snowfall.
‘You’re crazy’: Key to Storm gun’s rapid rise
The evolution of the Melbourne Storm in 2024 includes a breakout 21-year-old centre who can’t believe he’s one win away from an NRL grand final.
‘Dumb’: Dick Smith’s brutal snipe at Australia
Businessman Dick Smith labelled Australia as “dumb” for not following China’s lead as it ramps up its nuclear infrastructure.
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