‘Cruel’: Council’s crackdown on homeless
A major city’s council has started removing people’s tents from parks as part of its crackdown on homeless people sleeping on public land.
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Woman injured in clash with dog owner
A woman in her 60s suffered serious injuries when a dog owner allegedly rugby tackled her to the ground during a brief clash on a Sunshine Coast beach.
PM’s cash splash for kids’ reef trips
Labor plans on making it easier for schoolchildren to visit one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations with a multi-million dollar cash splash.
Cause of Sea World chopper crash revealed
The cause of the tragic Sea World helicopter crash that killed four people has been revealed, with the transport watchdog flagging serious safety failures.
Labor set sights on the Far North
Labor will splash almost a quarter of a billion dollars on a key bridge as it eyes a key marginal seat in the country’s far north.
Airbnb ‘trashed’ after teens throw party
A homeowner has responded after hundreds of teens allegedly trashed an Airbnb during a wild party, with invites shared via social media.
Star to sign $300m lifeline
Star Entertainment group will avoid collapse with a $300m deal reportedly set to be signed shortly.
Measles alert hits tourism hotspots
A measles alert has been issued across a host of Australia’s busiest tourism hotspots, including Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo.
Mum missing two months confirmed dead
The family of missing mum Tayla Spies has confirmed human remains found near her vehicle months after she vanished belong to the 29-year-old.
Murder charge after man found dead in home
Neighbours reported hearing “screaming” and “wailing” before police were called to a Brisbane unit where a man had allegedly been fatally stabbed.
Warning over infectious disease
Aussies have been warned to monitor for symptoms after a person with a highly contagious disease visited multiple tourist spots in one state.
Aussie mum suspected murdered overseas
Australian Federal Police officers travelled to Bangladesh amid a probe into the suspected murder of a young Queensland mother.
PM’s pledge to flood smashed regions
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce new relief for farmers smashed by once-in-a-lifetime rain, as he takes his election campaign north.
Push for ‘bed tax’ in Aussie state
A group of Queensland mayors have proposed a new bed tax for tourists, slugging them an extra levy for staying the night.
Horror find in search for missing mum of 3
There has been a grim discovery near the vehicle of a missing mother of three who has not been seen for more than two months.
Man performs alleged sick act in front of 15yo
A mother has been left “disgusted” after her 15-year-old daughter sent her a photo of a man during her bus ride to school.
‘Get vaccinated’: Cases surge in Australia
Aussies have been urged to get the flu vaccination as cases surge across the country, almost doubling in one state.
Fake Ozempic seized at Aussie border
The TGA has issued a warning after fake Ozempic-labelled products were seized at the Australian border.
Warning of overdose spike in one state
Doctors have warned authorities in one state of a likely spike in overdoses as a deadly opioid stronger than fentanyl continues to surface and testing facilities are closed.
Mysterious lottery winner yet to claim ticket
A lucky Australian punter is seemingly waiting till the last minute to come forward and collect their massive $100,000 lottery jackpot win.
Women bitten by dingoes at tourist hotspot
Three women have been attacked by dingoes at a popular tourist hotspot days before an influx of families arrive for the Easter holidays.
Man comes off second best after bird attack
A man in his 70s has been hospitalised after being attacked in his own backyard by one of Australia’s most fearsome birds.
Australia’s big change to cigarette rules
Aussie smokers can expect a number of significant changes to tobacco products from Tuesday, with one popular product set to be banned completely.
‘Copped it’: Flooded residents sleep in cars
Already isolated outback residents who are sleeping in their cars can expect more rain and flooding in the coming days.
Truck driver rescued as floods smash Aussies
Incredible photos have captured the moment a truck driver was rescued from floodwaters, as severe weather smashes the country.
Man’s pic released after shooting
Police have released a photo of a man they believe can help with their inquiries after a man was shot and a second person critically injured.
Millions to cop higher fine costs
Millions of residents in a major state are facing a price hike for speeding fines and other traffic offences.
‘Take action’: warning as flooding hits state
Residents in parts of the Gold Coast have been warned to “take action” to survive, as wild weather and flooding continues to inundate Queensland.
Youths film vile animal abuse on Aus island
WARNING: Police are investigating after sickening videos of animals being abused emerged on social media.
Bombshell update in body in wall case
Police have revealed a bombshell update in their investigation into the alleged murder of a woman whose body was found wrapped and buried behind a besser block wall.
Temu reveals major Aussie change
Temu has made a major change for Australians, which could change the way customers use the app.
Mum’s TikToks before alleged child murder
The case against a mum charged with the murder of her young daughter after posting TikToks is facing another delay.
Elite school grad’s horror road act
A former elite private school student killed an elderly woman in a horrific car crash before being cornered in a muddy drain by police.
‘Inland sea’ emerges in Aussie outback
Wild photos have shed light on conditions as one state is smashed by rain, with severe weather and flood warnings issued ahead of another soggy week.
D-Day set for accused baby killer couple
A couple charged with the murder of their infant son, who was allegedly found with “significant” injuries, have answered to their charges at court.
Airfares slashed to lure tourists to state
A major airline will slash fares to this Aussie state to promote tourism and recovery in the wake of several devastating weather events.
Major change coming to the local bottle-o
There are big changes coming to Coles’ bottle shops, with its retail liquor outlets across Australia to be rebranded with two big names to disappear.
‘Move’: Canadian troll gets Aussie response
An activist who was recently in the White House has popped up in Australia and had a run in with police.
Dodgy carpark act to be banned
The fight against private carparking companies has swung in favour of motorists in one state, with one frustrating act to be banned.
Brissie Games like Sydney ‘on steroids’
The man charged with delivering the 2032 Brisbane Olympics has made a bold claim a day after the venues for the Games were locked in.
Popular grocery items urgently recalled
Popular grocery items have been recalled from stores in two states over contamination concerns, with consumers urged not to eat the products.
‘Not one extra cent’: Premier’s Olympics vow
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has vowed not “one extra cent” will be borrowed to fund the Brisbane 2032 Olympics, as the controversial venues for the Games are revealed.
Croc country to host Olympic rowing
Olympians will be paddling in crocodile-infested waters at the Brisbane Olympics.
17yo girl charged after carpark shooting
A 17-year-old girl has been charged with attempted murder after a man was shot in a carpark, leaving him with serious injuries.
‘300mm’: More wild weather on the way
Heavy rainfall continues to batter one Australian state, with some areas expecting more than 300mm of rain and more flooding.
Second man allegedly helped ‘terror’ suspect
Police have charged a second man over his alleged involvement in helping an organised crime figure linked to a fake caravan terror plot flee the country.
Nephew’s vile act after uncle’s murder
A convicted killer who murdered his rich uncle, dismembering his body and dumping the remains in bushland, has suffered a major court setback.
Surgeon fined over Nazi penis pic
A surgeon has been reprimanded and fined after sharing a photo of a comatose patient’s penis, which was tattooed with a swastika.
Bomb scare at major store
A Bunnings store was evacuated after a suspicious device was found in one city, while there was another scare in another state after protesters left behind a box.
Awkward detail in city’s homeless crackdown
A week after a crackdown on people sleeping in tents on public land and giving them 24 hours to relocate, the community can only notice one thing.
Bizarre reason for Block star’s assault
Ex-reality TV star Suzi Taylor has escaped jail time following a bizarre confrontation that ended in her leaving the scene on an e-scooter.
Man allegedly helped ‘terror’ suspect flee
A man who allegedly helped an organised crime figure believed to be behind a fabricated caravan terror plot flee the country has been charged.
Australia on verge of unwanted milestone
Aussies could experience the most cyclones in nearly two decades, with a new tropical low expected to develop into cyclone intensity.
Millions of Aussies in for darker nights
Summer is well and truly over, with millions of Aussies soon to turn back their clocks as daylight saving ends.
Arriving in Australia about to get easier
Passengers landing at this Aussie airport will fly through border security with the expansion of this new feature making international flights easier.
Update in ride-on mower murder case
A court has been told of a possible delay in the case against an air force pilot charged with his wife’s murder following a ride-on mower “accident”.
What made Cyclone Alfred worse
A “decade of inaction” on climate pollution has cost Australians $1.2bn in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, experts say.
Aussies to be hit by up to 400mm of rain
Australians in one state could be hit with up to 400mm of rain after some areas recorded falls of 211mm in just six hours.
Female teacher’s vile request to 12yo
A teacher’s years-long sexual abuse of a 12-year-old, where she encouraged the child to “watch porn” to learn about sex, has been revealed. WARNING: CONFRONTING
Surprising new regions for wine tourists
New research finds more and more Aussies are hitting the road in autumn to visit undiscovered wine regions across the nation.
Missing man’s body found in river
The body of a missing man who slipped and fell into a river has been found after an extensive three-day search.
Flood warning amid ‘triple digit’ rain
Australians in one state have been warned to brace for more “triple digit rainfall” and potential flooding after falls of more than 240mm were recorded.
Twist after baby left to die in drug binge
A huge development in the case against a man accused of causing the death of an eight-month-old baby has emerged moments before his trial was due to start.
Man’s horrifying act in popular mall
A ‘menace’ serving a hefty jail term for stabbing a complete stranger in a popular tourist mall has suffered a huge blow in his bid to overturn the ‘unreasonable’ verdict.
Man missing after falling into major river
The young man went missing on Sunday morning after slipping into the Brisbane River during a walk with friends and family.
Deadly virus detected post-Cyclone Alfred
Health authorities have warned of a dangerous insect-borne virus after Cyclone Alfred’s extreme weather created ideal breeding conditions.
Deadly risk with items Aussies are loving
A woman’s death on a major road and injuries to hundreds of people have heightened calls for more scrutiny on these products Aussies are using in increasing numbers.
Fire breaks out at Surfers Paradise hotel
A fire has broken out on a Surfers Paradise hotel on the Gold Coast, with a ball of flames seen falling from the roof of the building.
‘Not cool’: Crackdown on homeless tents
An Aussie council is giving homeless people 24 hours to pack up their belongings and relocate in a crackdown on tent cities on public land.
Update as Lehrmann dumps legal team
A new delay has emerged in Bruce Lehrmann’s Queensland rape case just days after the former political staffer dumped his legal team.
‘Desperate’: Family’s plea after mum’s death
A young woman is pleading with the public for answers after her mother was found dead in the Brisbane River as police try to solve the mystery.
Warning of ‘disaster chasers’ after cyclone
People are getting ripped off by dodgy repair works in the wake of natural disasters, the Insurance Council of Australia has warned.
‘Planned’: Chilling detail in fatal park brawl
A judge has delivered a verdict in the case of 12 men on trial for the murder of a teenager in a “planned” and bloody public park brawl.
‘Diarrhoea for weeks’: Fury at Alfred scenes
Wild scenes played out when Alfred was bearing down on Aussies, now locals are not happy with the “disgusting” aftermath.
Dad’s incredible find on Aussie beach
A man claims to have found a rare item – reportedly worth up to a whopping $59,000 a kilogram – washed up on a beach after ex-TC Alfred.
Woman feared missing in floodwaters
A search is underway after a woman was reported entering floodwaters, as the aftermath of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred continues across southeast Queensland.
Cruise liner’s surprise letter to passengers
Aussies on-board a cruise ship have been forced to spend days longer at sea as ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred loomed, throwing travel plans into chaos.
Pilot’s shock call before urgent landing
A Qantas pilot has asked for defibrillators in midair as their plane made a priority landing coming into Sydney.
‘Rain hell’: Lehrmann’s shock rape case move
Bruce Lehrmann has made a shock move ahead of a pending criminal trial in Toowoomba, where he is set to defend two counts of rape.
Gold Coast icon unrecognisable after cyclone
One of the most iconic beaches in Australia has been completely transformed by Cyclone Alfred, leaving the Gold Coast unrecognisable.
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