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News crews from across the globe descended on a country town in Australia this week as a much-anticipated trial over an allegedly poisoned Beef Wellington lunch got underway.
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Three seriously injured in chopper crash
Witnesses watched in shock as a helicopter plunged into the sea, with a jogger reportedly helping to pull victims from the wreckage.
Update after father-of-six dies in brawl
Police have revealed a major update in their investigation into an Easter Sunday brawl that left a father-of-six dead on a busy Melbourne street.
Mushroom cook’s signal chats revealed
Signal chats between alleged triple murderer Erin Patterson and her estranged husband Simon have been revealed in court.
Shock violence hits early voting booth
Shocking footage of an apparent assault at an early voting booth is circulating across social media, with the attack aimed at a volunteer.
Mushroom chef’s alleged $2m windfall
The husband of alleged mushroom poisoner Erin Patterson has told the court she received a $2m inheritance.
Mystery hospital visit in mushroom trial
Alleged triple-murderer Erin Patterson checked herself out of hospital even as doctors warned her she might have potentially ingested a lethal dose of death cap mushrooms, a court has heard.
Major change for motorists becomes law
New rules have come in for motorists as they go past tow trucks and roadside crews.
Huge development in mushroom murder trial
The jury tasked with hearing Erin Patterson’s triple-murder trial have been told separate charges against the Victorian mum “have been dropped”.
AFL great farewelled after shock death
Hundreds of mourners gathered at the Swan Districts Football Club to farewell AFL great Andrew Krakouer, who died last month aged just 42.
Welcome to Country tension erupts on Q+A
Debate over Welcome to Country ceremonies collapsed into acrimony on the ABC’s Q and A on Monday night, with accusations of ‘gutter politics’ spilling out.
Dire measles outbreak hits major state
One state’s measles numbers continue to rise with infected travellers arriving on major international flights over the past week.
Chilling long weekend figure revealed
The startling figure comes as more than 700 drunk and drug drivers were caught in one state over the long weekend.
Chaos at protest over trans women in sport
Melbourne’s CBD descended into chaos on Saturday, as trans rights activists and a right-wing women’s group clashed in violent protests.
Accused mushroom killer seen for first time
The woman allegedly at the centre of a deadly lunch has been photographed for the first time since she was charged with murdering three relatives.
Mayor slams cyclists’ ‘white privilege’
A long-running debate over a cycle lane in Melbourne’s inner city saw the local mayor call out “managerial class people”.
Teen critical after being hit by car
A teenager is fighting for life in hospital after being struck by a car in NSW.
Stolen dog found ‘safe and well’
A loved family dog has been reunited with her owners hours after a group of youths stole the pet in a distressing episode.
Jogger stabbed after Dawn Service
A man has been left in a critical condition after he was stabbed in the neck while jogging following an Anzac Day Dawn Service.
Woman injured in workplace incident
A woman has been airlifted to hospital after suffering serious injuries in a factory incident.
Man drowns at tourism hotspot
Following a horror long Easter weekend at Australian beaches, another person has drowned at a popular holiday destination.
Second murder charge after Easter stabbing
A second man has been charged with murder following an Easter Sunday brawl that left a father-of-six dead on a busy Melbourne street.
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.
Woman punches man in ugly election clash
A white supremacist has crashed a candidates forum in one of the richest electorates in the country, leading to a confrontation with the audience.
‘Now’: Killer’s shock call before fire attack
A former emergency services volunteer told police “I’m going to go and murder my neighbours” just minutes before a horror fire attack.
Law firm’s payout in Andrews cyclist case
A teenage cyclist struck by ex-Premier Dan Andrews’ car has agreed to end a lawsuit against his former lawyers after receiving a settlement offer “too good to refuse”.
Teen dead in e-scooter crash
A teenager has died after colliding with a ute while riding an e-scooter on a residential street.
Men charged with $1.2m luxury ram raids
Four men have been charged with ram raiding luxury designer stores in Melbourne and making off with $1.2m worth of items.
Posters target actor accused of Nazi act: court
Posters targeting an actor were put up near his home after the man was charged with allegedly performing a banned Nazi gesture, a court has been told.
Secret Covid emails will enrage Melburnians
An explosive secret email has exposed what really went on behind the scenes when Daniel Andrews locked down millions of Victorians during the pandemic.
Car rammed into restaurant, set alight
A Greek restaurant has been set ablaze in a seemingly targeted attack, making it the second suspicious fire there in less than a year.
Last words of Easter stabbing victim revealed
The fiancee of a father-of-six who was killed in a shocking Easter Sunday stabbing has revealed his final words to her.
Two dead in Easter Sunday motorbike crash
Two people have died in a horror Easter Sunday crash while riding an allegedly stolen motorbike.
Six dead in horror spate of Easter drownings
A sixth person has drowned after wild weather whipped up dangerous seas across the country over the Easter long weekend.
‘Really unwell’: Illness set to soar
Peak flu season is months away and flu cases are already 30 per cent higher across Australia compared to the same time last year.
Missing six-year-old survives night in bush
A six-year-old boy, who has autism and is non-verbal, spent the night lost in dense bushland before a young cyclist made the remarkable discovery.
Pilot’s ‘miracle’ after near-fatal crash
A veteran pilot is making a remarkable recovery after a near-fatal crash, with the aviation community hopeful for his eventual return to flying.
Woman charged after police shooting
A woman has been charged after she was shot by police following a horror alleged carjacking and 12-hour pursuit.
Tiktok trend sparks chaos at Aussie cinema
A fire extinguisher has been let off in a Melbourne cinema as part of a viral TikTok trend causing chaos at screenings of A Minecraft Movie across the globe.
When, where double demerits kick in
Double demerits will be enforced across most of the country this long weekend, with drivers being urged to stay vigilant on the roads.
Shock find from Gen Z men
New research has found Gen Z men may have more in common with the baby boomer generation – rather than their millennial and Gen X peers.
Parents’ heartbreak as girl, 3, dies
The heartbroken family of a three-year-old girl who was struck by a car and killed near Geelong have paid tribute to their “beautiful daughter”.
‘Suspicious’ fire erupts at sports pavilion
A “suspicious” blaze has torn through a popular sports pavilion in Melbourne, with pictures revealing the extent of the destruction.
Dutton pledges $6m for ‘online safety’
The Coalition has reaffirmed its support for a social media ban for kids under 16 in a new policy announcement which will see millions poured into online safety.
Pedestrian fighting for life after bus crash
A male pedestrian has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after he was struck by a bus in Melbourne’s north.
Lion cub dies at Victorian Zoo
Zoos Victoria staff has been left heartbroken after they were forced to euthanise a three-week-old African lion cub.
Update in search for Samantha Murphy
The man charged with murdering Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy has reportedly been taken out of jail to assist investigators.
Woman breaks silence after 7-Eleven brawl
A woman involved in a wild brawl inside a 7-Eleven store has broken her silence for the first time as a coroner probes an unexplained death.
Dad’s fury as son finds machetes at store
A distressed parent has called for police action after his son found an already half-empty box of machetes at a discount store.
New clue after kids find body on Christmas
A new clue has been released 53 years after a group of young children made a chilling discovery on Christmas Day, in a case that has haunted police for decades.
‘Gonna die’: Teen’s last words in hospital
A Melbourne teenager who died in hospital after anaphylaxis, reportedly said he was “gonna die” in his final moments, it has been reported.
Aussie star dies months after TV partner
TV star Richard Zachariah, who hosted shows in the 1980s and 90s has died, just months after his former partner Maggie Tabberer.
Man fatally stabbed in inner-city suburb
A man has been arrested after another man was fatally stabbed in an inner-city suburb overnight.
Child dies after being hit by out-of-control car
A four-year old child has died after they were hit by an out of control car on a footpath near Geelong on Friday.
Mum killed in son’s plot to take over Australia
An autistic boy who took his mother’s life as the first step in a plan to overthrow the government was experiencing a rare shared delusional disorder, a court has been told.
Man drowns at popular beach
A man was pulled from the water at a beach along Thirteen Beach Rd about 12pm on Thursday.
Model’s tragic final words to mum
The parents of model Elise Hodder, 24, who was killed by a car at a birthday party have revealed the heartbreaking final words she said before her tragic death.
Aussies to cop hottest April day in decades
Aussies are being warned against putting away their summer gear just yet, with parts of the country in for another blast of blistering heat.
Teens charged over Grand Prix stunt
Two teens have been slapped with numerous charges and police are searching for a third man believed to be involved in a wild stunt at this year’s Melbourne Grand Prix.
Liberal candidate’s shock confession
A Liberal Party candidate who has campaigned on being a renter has now admitted to owning two investment properties.
Aussie fashion icon dies aged 73
The legendary fashion designer Perri Cutten had been a mainstay of women’s wardrobes across the country for more than 40 years.
Underworld figure Mokbel reports to police
The former Melbourne underworld figure Tony Mokbel was sensationally bailed by the Court of Appeal on Friday after two decades behind bars.
This house sums up our housing crisis
A stoush broke out this week over a 1920s home in one of Melbourne’s most sought-after pockets. But the issue is cut and dry.
Grim discovery on regional highway
An investigation has been launched after a passer-by made a grim discovery on a regional highway.
Group safe after Vic water rescue
Emergency services have rushed to Point Lonsdale after more than a dozen people were rescued after they were swept out to sea.
Gangland boss spotted after release
One of Australia’s most notorious gangland figures has been spotted in public following his release from prison after 18 years.
‘Champion’ former MP dies aged 77
A former MP who worked in politics for more than 30 years has died weeks out from the 2025 election, with tributes describing him as a “champion and inspiration”.
Two states shaken by earthquake
A region between NSW and Victoria has been shaken by a “significant” 3.7 magnitude earthquake.
Cheers on street as crime boss walks free
Underworld big shot Tony Mokbel was all smiles as he walked out of a Melbourne courthouse, free for the first time in nearly two decades.
‘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.
Woman found dead near popular pier
Police are investigating the death of a woman after her body was found floating near a pier in a popular waterfront suburb.
Huge update after pilot’s airshow crash
The pilot was left in a critical condition after his plane crashed during a stunt show at the Avalon Airshow nearly a week
Major school uniform ban for one state
A major policy change for one Aussie state will see a ban on some common uniform items.
Creator of ‘vile’ child abuse game named
An Australian father created and profited off a child abuse video game downloaded “millions and millions” of times by pedophiles across the globe.
‘S*** show’: Woman sparks Bali flight chaos
Chaos has engulfed another Jetstar Bali flight after a woman tried to open an aircraft door mid flight, with a reality star sharing details of the chaos.
New details aired after ex-detainee shot
Footage of the moment a former immigration detainee was shot by police has been played as he seeks to be released back into the community.
Drug kingpin’s $500,000 freedom bid
One of Australia’s most notorious gangland figures is hoping a new girlfriend and half a million dollars will convince the courts to set him free.
Dutton makes huge $6.5b election pledge
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has made a huge new $6.5bn infrastructure call, but there’s a catch to the spend.
Terrifying moment truck erupts in flames
Shocking images show the moment a truck erupted into flames on a major freeway.
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