New probe for alleged Pam the Bird artist
The man police allege is behind Melbourne’s infamous Pam the Bird graffiti is being probed by police over a knife attack, a court has been told.
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Wife ‘asleep’ when stabbing husband: court
A murder charge has been dropped against a woman accused of the stabbing death of her husband after a major finding in court.
‘Price war’ as new airline stakes claim
The latest competitor on a key route between Australia and the US has put its first seats up for sale.
Latest twist in iconic graffiti saga
Tributes and possibly copycat images depicting a now-iconic graffiti image have been appearing as the alleged artist sits in jail.
Twist as body found after alleged break-in
A homeless man has been named in court after allegedly breaking into the home where an elderly great-grandfather was later found dead.
‘We want answers’: Wong on Laos probe
Australia is demanding a “full, thorough and transparent” investigation after six backpackers died from methanol-laced drinks in Laos.
Mum’s heartache as tragic milestone looms
The mother of Samantha Murphy says she still holds hope her daughter will be found as the one-year anniversary of her disappearance nears.
State smashed by ‘hours of lightning’
Thousands have gone without power as wild storms battered one state, with “hours of lightning” recorded in a major city and its surrounds.
Granddad dies in alleged burglary
A great-grandfather killed during an alleged burglary was “so excited” to set sail on his dream cruise just days later.
Police probe after deaths of man, woman
A man was found critically injured near a freeway only hours after a woman was found dead inside a home, with the pair believed to have known one another.
Update: AFL great accused of child sex abuse
The prosecution has revealed how many witnesses it is considering in the trial of a former AFL legend accused of historical sexual abuse.
Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti artist named
A controversial piece of graffiti plastered in seemingly impossible places across Melbourne is solely the work of one man, police believe.
Ban on woman accused of botox ruse
A woman accused of hospitalising three people with unregistered cosmetic injections has been ordered to stop.
Slain gangster’s gold coffin, new cop details
The body of gunned-down Melbourne gangland figure Sam “The Punisher” Abdulrahim has been carried from his funeral service in a gold coffin.
‘Too late’: Dire warning for Aussies
Emergency services have issued a dire update saying it is “too late to leave” for some residents as an out-of-control bushfire rages in one Aussie state.
Woman to fight alleged drug death case
A woman accused of manslaughter months after a man died from a suspected “adverse” drug reaction has revealed plans to fight the allegations, a court has been told.
$500k luxury car stolen from home
A Ferrari worth half a million dollars was stolen from a home in Melbourne’s west in a string of break-ins.
Huge update after student dies on school trip
A Melbourne private school has been fined $140,000 after 16-year-old student Lachlan Cook suffered fatal diabetes complications while on a school trip to Vietnam.
AFL legend’s son learns fate for $144k rort
The son of AFL great Robert ‘Dipper’ DiPierdomenico has learned his fate after he was caught ripping off his employer to fuel a gambling addiction.
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.
Wild offer after $89k car stuck on beach
A Today show reporter has offered a wild proposition to a tourist who found himself in a bit of bother on an iconic Melbourne beach on Monday.
Aussie asked to leave pub over MAGA hat
A popular Melbourne pub has drawn backlash after threatening to boot a customer unless he took off his red MAGA hat on Australia Day.
‘Bit of fun’: How man bogged rental car
While the driver caused quite the commotion on Monday morning after going off road, he conceded it “could’ve been worse”.
Heatwave warning as temps soar to 41C
Aussies in one state are expected to swelter through a heatwave on Monday with the mercury tipped to soar.
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.
Huge warning for millions of Aussies
Temperatures are forecast to soar across South Australia and Victoria on Monday, with the bureau warning of extreme fire conditions.
Shock as man killed in deadly brawl
A man has died after being stabbed during a brawl inside a home, with another man now arrested and under police guard.
‘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.
Aussie Day vandals hit iconic statues
Vandals have hit two iconic statues in the lead up to Australia Day, with one of them cut in half.
Gross public pool warning rocks Aussie state
A warning has been sounded for Victorians after cases of an illness linked to swimming at public pools surged.
Cops’ shock arrest over historic rape case
Police have made a breakthrough in an alleged historic rape case – arresting a man who allegedly broke into a woman’s home and assaulted her.
‘Targeted attack’: Brawl before teens shot
A teenage boy is “very lucky” to be alive, while another has been seriously injured following a shooting that could have been sparked by a brawl.
Hundreds of thousands of chickens put down
A devastating strain of avian flu has seen hundreds of thousands of chickens put down.
Statues of ex-PMs decapitated
Two statues of former Australian prime ministers have been beheaded and a Captain Cook statue splashed with red paint days out from Australia Day.
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.
Murder charge after body found in playground
The body of a man being remembered as a source of “love, light and inspiration” has been found in a playground near a primary school.
Shock as car ploughs into home
Two people who were asleep in their home when a car ploughed into it are among those taken to hospital after the crash.
‘Deserve more’: Protesters’ distressing stunt
Animal activists have left dead piglets on the steps of a state government building in an effort to seek immediate change to pig welfare.
‘Rich legacy’: Aussie TV icon dies aged 85
An icon of Australian television who starred in two of Australia’s biggest dramas and was a devoted teacher of the arts has died.
Urgent warning over deadly disease
A major measles alert has been issued for two Australian states after numerous reports of measles cases, including an infected toddler who visited a shopping centre.
State’s push for fuel price cap
One Aussie state is pushing for a major shakeup to pricing at the bowser – including 24-hour caps on fuel prices and mandatory reporting from retailers.
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.
Father, son killed at toddler’s birthday
A man in his 20s who died when he and his father were stabbed at a party is being remembered as a ‘deadly fulla’, keen footballer and genuine friend.
Man charged after teen allegedly abducted
Police will rely on DNA in the case against a Queensland man accused of abducting a teenager in Melbourne, a court has been told.
Woman killed in firebombing identified
A woman who police suspect was mistakenly targeted in a brazen arson attack has been identified as a glamorous Melbourne artist.
Cops probe betting on Tomic matches
Two matches played by Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic were the target of an ultimately fruitless suspicious betting investigation.
‘True legend’: Founder of iconic brand dies
Tributes are flowing for Quiksilver founder, the surfwear pioneer Alan “Greeny” Green, who has died at his home from cancer, aged 77.
‘Innocent’ woman killed in house firebombing
Vision shows the moment an explosion engulfs a suburban home, a car arriving at the scene just moments before the horror house fire kills a “completely innocent” victim.
Challenge to $3bn airport project
“Concerns” about what effect a planned $3bn upgrade to Melbourne airport will have on a community’s “health” have led to this move.
Alleged Sam Murphy killer admits drunk crash
The man police allege murdered Samantha Murphy has been slapped with a fine after pleading guilty to an unrelated drunk motorcycle crash.
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.
Before and after: $2m home falls in landslide
Before and after imagery shows the dramatic impact of a landslide on a multimillion dollar home that went crashing down a hill, leaving one man injured.
Alleged model killer’s courtroom request
A young fish and chips shop worker charged after allegedly killing a model while leaving a rave has asked a court for one thing.
Alleged activist kidnappers set to face trial
A man allegedly kidnapped and bashed by pro-Palestinian activists later claimed to have been offered a payment by a burger chain boss to drop the case, a court has been told.
‘Grateful nobody died’: Collapsed home owner
The owner of a beach house that was destroyed after it crashed down a slope in a landslide in Victoria says he’s grateful that nobody was killed in the incident.
‘No soul’: Family’s pain 40 years after crime
The family of an elderly woman who police believe was raped twice in her own home more than 40 years ago have issued an emotional statement.
15yo allegedly attacks man with machete
A man was left seriously injured after he was allegedly attacked by a machete-wielding 15-year-old in an armed robbery.
Beloved DJ dies after fall in Bali
A beloved DJ and internet model is being remembered as a “shining star” by her grieving family following a fatal fall in Bali.
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.
Teen almost shot during gangland execution
A mother has described the horror when her family home was caught in the crossfire of a gangland execution, saying her 15-year-old son is ‘very lucky to be alive’.
Fears over growth of ‘degrading’ act
Experts have raised concerns Australian legislators may not be able to keep up as cases of a “degrading” act pop up across the country.
Alleged killer driver limps into court
A man struck and killed after another driver allegedly ran a red light in a stolen truck has been identified, with a 40-year-old man now charged with manslaughter.
Huge update in missing hiker’s recovery
Hadi Nazari has been recovering in hospital after spending nearly two weeks alone in Kosciuszko National Park, surviving on berries and two muesli bars.
Man’s thumbs up after murder charge
A man has appeared bewildered as he faced court accused of murder just days after police discovered the body of a 49-year-old man in Melbourne’s southeast.
‘Not acceptable’: Major event axing slammed
The cancellation of an international sporting event has sent ‘unnecessary alarm’ through one of Australia’s most maligned communities, a minister says.
Police probe bushfire that cut off 100 campers
A bushfire that left about 100 campers stranded and forced dozens more to evacuate is now being treated as a criminal investigation.
‘Abhorrent’: School’s deepfake porn scandal
A student has allegedly created pornographic photos of female students using artificial intelligence, with the incident slammed as “abhorrent”.
Man accused of sex attack on plane
A man accused of sexually assaulting a woman aboard a flight into Australia has been banned from leaving the country, a court has been told.
Crim’s clothes catch fire in arson attack
A clumsy firebug has been forced to strip down – even ditching his undies – after setting himself alight in a botched arson attempt.
Update on cop accused of alleged Nazi salute
A Victoria Police sergeant will face an internal discipline investigation into allegations she made a Nazi salute, but won’t face criminal charges.
Elite school that costs $52k to attend
Independent high schools across the country have announced record high fees for 2025, and their budgets stand in stark contrast to public schools.
Alleged Caulfield Racecourse arsonist named
The man accused of lighting a fire that allegedly left a $1m damage bill for an iconic racecourse has been named during a brief court appearance.
‘Not safe’: 100 campers cut off by bushfire
About 100 campers have been left “isolated” and others evacuated as a bushfire burns in Victoria’s south.
FoodWorks ransacked during break-in
A local supermarket has been ransacked during a break-in as police reveal a safe “may have been tampered with”.
Trio suspected in $100k jewellery heist
Diamond rings, antique pendants and gold wedding bands are among items allegedly stolen in a $100,000 jewellery heist.
Arson charges after blaze at iconic venue
A man has been charged after a series of suspicious fires across Melbourne’s southeast, including one that tore through parts of a famed racecourse.
Son’s incredible Christmas gift to mum
The son of a Ballarat woman has given his mother the gift of a lifetime after the lottery ticket he bought her won $2m.
Twist in 12 year search for missing mum
Police and SES volunteers have been scouring bushland after fresh information came to light about her disappearance.
Mystery over grim discovery at home
An urgent investigation is underway after a man’s body was found after police were called to a suburban address.
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