‘Beach she loved’: Hundreds attend vigil
Hundreds have turned out to honour 17-year-old Charlize Zmuda who was killed in a shark attack off a beach on Bribie Island.
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Devastating floods claim another life
Another person has died in flooding that is devastating large parts of the North Queensland coast, in scenes of “incredible devastation”.
Teen killed in shark attack identified
Friends and family have gathered to pay tribute to a 17-year-old girl who was killed after she was bitten by a shark off Bribie Island.
Tourist dies in Outback heat tragedy
A Queensland woman has died after she left her bogged vehicle to seek help in extreme heat while en route to a notorious hiking spot in a remote part of Western Australia.
Croc shows up in unexpected location
A ranger has photographed a two-metre crocodile at a popular camping spot hundreds of kilometres from where it should be.
Thousands cut off as major bridge collapsed
Parts of North Queensland have been hit by more than a metre of rain and a key road has crumbled, with warnings residents could be cut off ‘for weeks’.
‘Live in filth’: Suburb’s fury at homeless camp
A homeless encampment has sparked community outrage after a “once beautiful” lookout has turned into a “dumping ground”.
‘Leave now’: Urgent plea amid flooding event
A person has died and thousands remain without power as dangerous floodwaters inundate towns and cities in north Queensland.
‘Red flags’ before young girl left to die
Serious questions have been raised about child safety authorities in the years before a young girl died.
Chilling warning as region smashed by rain
Photos have captured the extent of the potentially life-threatening flash flooding battering one state, with some areas expected to see one metre of rainfall in the span of a few days.
Inquest to be held into child’s cult death
A coronial inquest will be held into the death of a young girl who was left to die by her parents and members of a killer cult who took away her insulin.
Aussie city smashed by torrential rain
Emergency services have deployed multiple water rescue crews as torrential rain and flash flooding smashes one Aussie city.
Basketball coach ‘groomed’ child, police
A 67-year-old basketball coach was arrested at a suburban home after a report was made to police, alleging historical sexual assaults.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
Woman ‘lucky’ after horror shooting
The family of a woman who was left fighting for life after being shot in the back say they remain hopeful, despite the extensive injuries and trauma suffered.
Dire warning after shock summer drownings
A spate of drownings at popular swimming spots in one state has prompted a major warning from authorities.
‘Hell of a mess’: Man attacked by kangaroo
A man was walking to his car when he was attacked by a large kangaroo in what’s been described as a “hell of a mess”.
Worst of wild weather yet to come
The worst of the wet weather is yet to come for residents in one state, as several cyclones threaten to develop in the area.
Major recall for popular kitchen item
A recall has been issued for a popular kitchen product available in several states amid fears of plastic contamination.
Residents evacuated over cyclone fears
Residents in one Aussie state are being evacuated and roads have been inundated with water, amid fears of a tropical cyclone forming off the coast.
‘Happy for her’: Remorseless dad’s police tape
Chilling never-before-seen footage of a father who killed his daughter by taking away her insulin has emerged, where he tells police moments after the child’s death he is “happy” for her.
Moment killer dad baptised into cult
The moment a father was baptised into a fringe religious circle in the months before he caused the death of his daughter by withdrawing her insulin has been revealed.
Minister grilled on puberty blocker ban
Pausing puberty blockers is based on “science and concern”, not ideology, the Queensland Health Minister says.
Bombshell verdict in killer cult trial
A judge has returned a bombshell verdict in the trial of 14 members of a cult-like religious circle who were accused of killing an eight-year-old girl.
Chilling look inside Aussie ‘house of horrors’
For the first time, never-before-seen images from inside the home where Elizabeth Struhs suffered and died have been released.
‘Spider-Man’s’ daring escape from house fire
Footage has captured a man’s escape from a burning building, with the feat earning him the title of one city’s “Spider-Man”.
Chance of tropical cyclone in this state
Aussies have been warned to brace for potential tropical cyclones as much of the country is lashed by heavy rainfall.
Puberty blockers paused in one state
One Aussie state has put a temporary hold on children accessing puberty blockers after a child considered too young to take them was given access.
Shock details after 9yo’s alleged murder
A nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered at a regional property – with police revealing he allegedly suffered “blunt-force trauma” has been named.
Tributes for dad and son killed in tragic crash
Tributes have poured in for a Brisbane father and son who were tragically killed in a car crash on Australia Day.
‘Tragic’: Toddler and dad killed in crash
A father and his four-year-old boy have both died following a horror crash.
Toddler savagely attacked by dingo
A toddler has been rushed to hospital after she was bitten by a dingo at a busy tourist hotspot on Australia Day.
What’s open this Aus Day long weekend
Whatever your shopping needs may be this Australia Day long weekend, this is your full guide to Aussie retailers’ trading hours.
16 charged as ‘Neo-Nazis’ crash protest
A man has been charged with displaying a Nazi symbol as alleged neo-Nazis gathered just a few blocks from an anti-Australia Day rally in Adelaide.
‘Best of us’: Full Australia Day honours list
Hundreds of Aussies have been celebrated for their contributions to and impacts on society in this year’s Australia Day honours list.
Croc spotted a long way from ‘home’
Queenslanders have filmed a crocodile well over 100km south of traditional croc country.
Russell Crowe makes surprise casting pick
The Aussie screen icon has made a surprising true-blue casting decision for his next flick Beast in Me.
Cop fighting for life after horror crash
An on-duty police officer left fighting for life following a horror crash on a major highway has been named.
‘Revolting’ seminar at Aussie uni exposed
A Queensland university has been blasted for a “revolting” presentation at an “anti-racism symposium” on Wednesday.
Major twist after MP’s sex assault claims
Police have delivered a major update into their investigation into the alleged sexual assault of a former Labor MP – who alleged she had been drugged and assaulted during a night out.
Infant dies after horror call-out
A two-month-old has died after being rushed to hospital after being found unconscious at a regional property.
Airport chaos looms as workers walk off job
Aussie travellers have been warned to expect flight delays and disruptions as more than 1000 airport workers are set to strike.
Deadly disease lands in major cities
A major health alert has been issued for two major Aussie cities after a highly-infectious and deadly disease was detected in returned travellers.
Mining state sinks into budget black hole
Millions of Aussies are confronting a stark budget black hole, with an economic update exposing a serious $217bn breakdown in one state’s finances.
Mass sackings at major 9News bureaus
Two major Channel 9 bureaus will be left with skeleton staff after the network announced massive changes.
Horror forecast ahead of Australia Day
Temperatures are set to soar to 45C on Australia Day, while potential showers and thunderstorms threaten to drench multiple states and territories.
Temps to hit 46C in severe heatwave
Warnings have been issued to residents across several states as a severe heatwave is expected to send the mercury soaring past 40C.
Inquiry launched into monster pedo
A major review has been launched into the Blue Card system to find out how monster pedo Ashley Griffith was able to work in childcare undetected for so long.
Premier dangles lifeline for casino
While one state slams the door shut on helping cash-strapped casino business Star, another Premier is walking a noncommittal tightrope.
Tears as Nine star signs off after 17yrs
A Channel 9 anchor has broken down on air paying tribute to her colleague – a veteran journalist and news anchor who announced his retirement after 17 years at the network.
‘Hero’: Tearful tributes after teens drown
Two teenagers who drowned at a notorious swimming hole have been identified – with their families delivering heartbreaking tributes.
Moment cops find teens hiding in cupboards
Bizarre footage has captured the moment police pull several teenagers from their hiding spots and charge them over an alleged crime spree.
Dark twist after 12yo struck by Audi driver
Aussies have erupted after police revealed the punishment for a man caught on camera hitting a boy with his Audi – but cops say there’s another side to the story.
Twist in footage of man ramming e-bike boy
Police have explained why a man will not be charged for ramming a 12-year-old boy off an electric bike with his car.
Huge problem facing fast-food giant
Experts say the US brand will be facing an uphill battle as it tries to crack the Australian fast-food market.
Huge breakthrough after woman shot in back
A “person of interest” has been arrested in connection with the shooting of a woman on the Gold Coast, but the move has raised new questions for police.
Two teens killed in waterfall tragedy
Two teenagers have died in a tragic incident at a popular waterfall spot in Queensland.
Dutton backs huge lunch tax break
There’s no such thing as a free lunch, but Aussies could soon enjoy tax deductible ones in an elected Coalition government.
Man’s horror 20m tumble down cliff
A man has been flown to safety after taking a horror tumble down a cliff while holidaying at a popular tourist destination with his family.
Three charged after hours-long police chase
Two men and a 15-year-old boy have been charged after allegedly trying to evade police in a stolen car.
Bar mogul’s wild reaction to hitting 12yo boy
A wealthy businessman has been fined after knocking a 12-year-old boy from his bike. His reaction moments after the collision left the child stunned.
Update for celeb accused of poisoning child
A lawyer for an Australian social media influencer accused of poisoning her one-year-old daughter for online clout has flagged fears for his client’s safety in custody.
Second man charged with murder, torture
Two men have now been charged with murder and torture after the death of a man who was allegedly kidnapped.
Tears flow for young woman shot in street
A young woman shot and killed days before Christmas has been remembered for “unwavering compassion” as family and friends gather to farewell her.
Australia’s worst pedo’s next move
A monster childcare pedophile who abused young girls over a decade and faced 307 charges isn’t finished with the courts just yet.
‘Skin melted’: Temu recalls hooded blanket
Retail giant Temu has recalled a popular children’s garment after it caught fire, leaving an eight-year-old girl badly burned.
Millions warned as rain, 100km/h winds lash state
A man has died in a severe storm as parts of Australia have been lashed by winds reaching upwards of 100km/h and rain and hail wreck crops.
Astonishing move in 7 star’s abuse case
A magistrate has thrown out abuse-related charges against a Channel 7 star at the tail end of a lengthy committal hearing.
12yo takes life four days after Xmas
A distraught mother has revealed the heartbreaking reason her 12-year-old daughter died by suicide four days after Christmas.
New contender in Aussie fast-food wars
Missing for more than a generation, an iconic US fast-food outlet opens in Australia again this week, adding a new contender to the fast-food wars.
Wild scenes after Dreamworld assault
A frightening alleged attack has unfolded at the entrance of one of the country’s busiest theme parks following a traffic accident.
Where Aussies pay the most to see their GP
New figures have revealed where Aussies are being hit hardest by out-of-pocket GP fees as bulk billing clinics become increasingly rare.
Major update after woman shot in back
Doctors are set to make a major move after a woman was left fighting for life when she was shot in the back as a manhunt continues.
Chilling reason diabetic girl left to die
Two years after an eight-year-old girl was found dead in her family’s home, the church members accused of causing her death broke their silence.
‘Struggle’: Horror detail as man, cop shot
Police have revealed further details surrounding a police shooting in a major Aussie city – including how an officer’s weapon was discharged during a struggle.
Alleged killer helped by religious groups: cops
A man charged over the cold case murder of his former partner has fronted court, with police alleging he received help while at large.
Woman still fighting for life after shooting
A woman who was allegedly shot in the back while in the passenger seat of a car has been identified as she keeps fighting for life in the hospital.
Man charged over alleged cold case murder
The first pictures of a man at the centre of an alleged cold case murder 30 years ago arriving in Queensland have been revealed.
Woman allegedly shot on moving day
A woman left fighting for life after allegedly being shot in the back was helping people move out of the home at the time she suffered the critical wound.
Poison mozzies to be released in Australia
Genetically modified mosquitoes with poisonous semen could soon be deployed in a bid to take out the disease carrying female mosquitoes.
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