‘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.
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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.
US casino giant makes last-ditch Star bid
A major US company has made a shock offer for troubled gaming giant Star Entertainment and it could transform the futures of three Aussie cities.
Fresh warnings as cyclone moves west
The impact of Ex-Cyclone Alfred is still being felt in many communities, while the worst appears to have passed in others.
‘Insane’ footage of Qantas landing
Wild footage was captured about 12 hours after Tropical Cyclone Alfred was downgraded to a tropical low.
Fears over rogue remark amid tariff deadline
A state premier’s rogue remark about the US Vice President could play a role in deciding if Australia gets a tariff carve out, a senior opposition senator claims.
Carnage as Alfred’s destruction laid bare
Alfred has wreaked havoc – tearing roofs from buildings and trees up by the roots and leaving more than 300,000 people without power.
Child-killing cult leader’s sickening outburst
Explosive footage captured a killer cult leader’s defiant outburst to police after the fringe Christian sect fatally withdrew an 8yo girl’s insulin for God to “heal” her.
Cops make huge drug bust in cyclone patrol
Body cam footage captures the moment Gold Coast cops on patrol ahead of ex Cyclone Alfred made an incredible drug bust.
Areas most at ‘risk’ amid cyclone
The areas most at risk as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches land have been revealed after residents were warned to stay home.
Why sunny skies could still prove dangerous
As millions of residents anxiously await the arrival of Cyclone Alfred, some have reported seeing blue, sunny skies. Here’s why the deceptive scene could still prove dangerous.
Three key things to do for Alfred compo
Insurance companies say there are three key things Aussies in the firing line of Tropical Cyclone Alfred need to do.
Albo pressed over $1200-a-head budget dinner
The PM was asked to offer certainty on whether Labor would hand down a budget on March 25, after-party members were sent invites for the fundraiser.
Aussie battles scooters as cyclone nears
Footage of an Aussie who went to great lengths after finding his car parked in by hundreds of e-scooters has gone viral.
12yo missing as cyclone approaches
Police are searching for a 12-year-old girl who has been missing from the Brisbane area since Wednesday as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches southeast Queensland.
Man shot dead by cops near private school
Chaos has unfolded outside a private school on the Gold Coast, leaving one man dead and two others injured.
Alfred’s wild weather to worsen overnight
Authorities are warning millions to brace for worsening conditions from Tropical Cyclone Alfred, more than 24 hours before the category 2 storm is expected to cross the coast.
What happens when Cyclone Alfred hits
Flash flooding and storm surges are the chief concerns as Tropical Cyclone Alfred surges toward millions of people, bringing with it torrential rain and strong winds.
‘Power off’: Scam text ahead of cyclone
Aussies are being warned of a heinous scam text being circulated ahead of Tropical Cyclone Alfred making landfall.
Ominous stock market sign as Alfred arrives
As millions of residents brace for Tropical Cyclone Alfred to make landfall on Friday, experts have issued an ominous warning as the stock market reacts.
What 4.5 million Aussies must do today
As Cyclone Alfred slowly moves closer to the coast, residents have been urged to seek shelter inside. Here’s how you can prepare for securing and sheltering your home.
What’s unusual about Cyclone Alfred
As Cyclone Alfred slowly moves towards the east coast and puts millions in the firing line, one element is making the system more unusual than other tropical cyclones.
Where, when Cyclone Alfred will hit
Tropical Cyclone Alfred is careening towards Australia’s east coast, with some of the first major effects expected on Thursday.
Gold Coast shuts down as cyclone nears
The Gold Coast is preparing for a ‘simply awful day’ on Thursday as heavy rains and strong wind hit the tourist strip hours before Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Mum-to-be’s emergency dash to beat cyclone
Six days overdue, pregnant author Briony Benjamin was told to get to a Gold Coast hospital before Tropical Cyclone Alfred cuts her off before she gives birth.
‘Tin ear:’ Albo given election date warning
The pending landfall of Tropical Cyclone Alfred will likely dash the highly speculated April 12 election, but the PM said a poll date was not concerning him at the moment.
Bloke’s bizarre act as Alfred nears land
A man has been caught stacking dozens of sandbags on his roof in preparation for Cyclone Alfred, leaving many confused.
Qantas, Virgin, Jetstar’s big travel warning
A warning has been issued to travellers as Tropical Cyclone Alfred threatens to smash Australia’s coastline.
Alfred makes U-turn, millions now in danger
Tropical Cyclone Alfred has changed course and is now headed directly for a huge population region, as Aussies are warned of “incredibly large” waves.
Millions in firing line of 1-in-35 year cyclone
Millions of Aussies are bracing for rain deluges of up to 400mm and gusts of 125kmh as the terrifying path of Cyclone Alfred is revealed.
Shop shelves emptied as cyclone looms
Supermarket shelves carrying one Aussie staple have been stripped bare amid forecasts of Tropical Cyclone Alfred crossing the east coast.
Pictures of rower’s rescue from cyclonic seas
Wild pictures have captured the moment a rower on a daring 12,000km solo venture was rescued from the rough seas of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Sad scene in Aussie tent city crisis
Rangers have started inspecting tents and cars after a major council made it a criminal offence for homeless people to camp on public land.
‘Bomb’: Aussie state rocked by earthquake
Thousands have reported ‘terrifying’ tremors after a 4.4 magnitude earthquake hit a major Queensland city, impacting residents all over the state’s coast.
Plea for help in alleged child sex abuse case
Police say they would like to speak to this man in relation to alleged child sex abuse offences on the Gold Coast.
Dad’s big regret days before first child
A Gold Coast couple were preparing to be new parents when the unexpected happened, turning their lives upside down.
Chilling texts as girl ‘minutes’ from death
The bone-chilling exchanges between a faith-healing cult leader and the mother of a young girl who was “minutes” from death have been revealed.
Aussies raided in alleged AI child abuse case
Two Australian men are among dozens charged as part of a global investigation into the alleged production of AI-generated child abuse material.
Cyclone to bring high tides, damaging surf
Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to category three cyclone as new information is revealed about its approach of Australia’s coast.
Top cop drops major bombshell
Queensland’s top cop has made a shock announcement following an unexpected health scare.
State plans to kill thousands of cats
Thousands of cats will be killed in Queensland in a bid to protect some of Australia’s most vulnerable species.
Urgent warning on fake concert tickets
Ticketek has issued an urgent warning on third party ticket reselling sites after fans turned up to major events only to find they had fake tickets.
Hidden detail as mega cyclone misses Aus
Queenslanders are being urged to steer clear of the coast this weekend as Severe Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings powerful waves.
Cops watch on as brawls break out
Footage has emerged of police hesitating to intervene in brawls between Indigenous communities, but the move has been backed by authorities.
Rare image of three cyclones circling
A rare image of three cyclones circling over the South Pacific Ocean has been captured, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred strengthens off the Queensland coast.
Wild moment cop chases down thief
Police have released body-cam footage of the moment a female officer chased down a man attempting to break into a home in rural Queensland.
Army torpedo shuts down famous beach
The “suspicious device” that shut down a beach has been identified, with an exclusion zone still in place as a “precaution”.
Evacuations to begin as cyclone strengthens
People on a small island off the Queensland coast will begin evacuating as a highly unpredictable tropical cyclone grows stronger.
Unpredictable cyclone menaces coast
A tropical cyclone lingering off the northern Australian coast is expected to intensify to a category three system overnight as it inches closer to land.
‘Justice’: Sister speaks as killer cult jailed
The sister of a young girl killed by religious fanatics who believed God would “heal” her diabetic condition has paid a sombre tribute outside court.
Woman dead after shooting in suburban street
Police are on the scene after a woman was shot dead at a home in a major regional city, with locals told to stay indoors while a manhunt got underway.
Builder paid boat workers in meth: court
A builder supplied drugs to contractors working on his houseboat – taking the price of the drugs out of their remuneration.
Lucky punter pockets $15m in major win
The dad’s heartwarming first act after winning $15m in Oz Lotto has been revealed.
‘Beautiful’ dad dies on first day at new job
A father described as one of the most “free spirited and loving people” has died during his first day at a new job, leaving behind his fiancee and children.
‘Weird’: Key feature of Taipan kit reviewed
A key piece of software for pilots of Taipan helicopters had been under scrutiny for several years before a crash that killed four soldiers, inquiry told.
Rare soil-borne disease claims 12 lives
Nine people in Cairns and three in Townsville have died from a rare soil-borne disease, with the flood-ravaged region facing a “record-breaking” surge in cases.
Shock Higgins demand in parliament
The outgoing senator at the centre of one of Parliament’s biggest scandals has asked for an apology from Finance Minister Katy Gallagher.
Vegemite to be launched into space
A jar of vegemite is set to be launched into space in Australia’s first attempt at sending a rocket into orbit from Aussie soil.
‘Ridiculous’: Why Drake fans were fuming
Thousands of concertgoers were left frustrated by the Canadian rapper’s “disrespectful” act, with one fan saying the megastar had “one job”.
Intensifying cyclone’s path ‘highly uncertain’
Tropical Cyclone Alfred is tipped to strengthen through the week, with a risk it could move back towards Queensland’s coast within days.
Fatal army crash: ‘Something’s gone wrong’
Soldiers on a helicopter exercise that killed four colleagues had to be subpoenaed to speak to investigators, an inquest has been told.
Chilling CCTV footage of missing mum
CCTV footage shows the final moments of the 29-year-old, it was recorded three weeks ago.
Man mauled by shark at popular beach
A man in his 20s has been flown to hospital after being attacked by a shark at a popular Aussie tourist destination.
Teen in custody after fatal scooter crash
A teenager is in custody after an elderly man died when a car allegedly collided with his mobility scooter.
‘Reality check’: Aussies issued grim warning
Australian consumers have been warned “dramatically inflated” prices could be on the way after one state was smashed by floods.
New data reveals which airlines are on time
New data has been released, revealing which Aussie airlines depart on time the most and which ones are more likely to arrive late.
Person dies from rare soil-borne disease
Residents in a flood-ravaged region have been issued a grim warning after a person died from a rare disease found in soil.
State braces for potential tropical cyclone
The threat follows a long stretch of wild, wet weather conditions in Far North Queensland earlier this month.
Dad seriously injured after horror hit-and-run
Shock dashcam footage has captured the moment a young father was left lying in the middle of a busy road after he was struck by a motorbike.
‘Shocked’: Family mourn man killed by croc
The family of a man whose remains were found inside a captured crocodile a week after he went missing in Far North Queensland are still trying to come to terms with his death.
‘Insane‘: Outrage over Billie Eilish merch
Many fans of the singer were stunned to discover how much a jumper would set them back.
Hundreds of buses affected by strike
Commuters have been urged to allow extra time for travel or prepare alternative arrangements as bus drivers in one state walk off the job.
‘Traumatic’: Baby allegedly killed by relative
A 20-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a 10-week-old baby girl.
Aussie uni ranks on list with Oxford, Harvard
Ten Australian universities have been ranked among the most 300 prestigious institutions in the world, but there’s one clear winner.
Worrying move from Aussie mining giant
Australia’s largest miner will pay shareholders their lowest interim dividend in eight years after a massive profit slump.
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