Builder accused of India kidnapping plot
The state president of a foreign political party has been accused of forcing his ex-wife’s new husband out of the country.
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Family of slain sportsman call for justice
The family of a promising young basketballer killed in a random attack have called for his two killers to receive “nothing but justice”.
Reason ex-CFMEU boss cleared by cops
A former union heavyweight will not be charged by police after his expletive-laden address to workers at a hospital worksite.
Wild reason brothers set fire to home
Two brothers set fire to a home as the occupants lay in bed sleeping for one wild reason.
Alleged death threats rock embattled union
The CFMEU has been rocked following the arrest of a senior organiser who allegedly made death threats.
Grim statistic on pokie machines in Aus
If you’re busting for the bathroom in Australia, you’ve got a better chance of finding a pokie machine than a public toilet.
Killer filmed himself digging grave: court
A security guard who killed a man after being enlisted to help evict him has been jailed for the “appalling callousness”.
‘Degrading’: Cook forces wife into slavery
A man has admitted to using “cruel” and inhumane methods to keep his wife as a slave for two years.
Footage of alleged cop attack released
A court has released footage of a teenager who allegedly stabbed a police officer because he wanted to “go to heaven”.
Bindi’s touching tribute to dad
Bindi Irwin shared the touching post to her dad on the 18th anniversary of his death.
Banks, insurers ‘price gouging’ Aussies: union
The cost of managing your money, getting a loan, and insuring your possessions has gone up way more than the actual inflation rate in the past year.
Push to ban bosses social media trawling
Ever-present surveillance at work has extended too far into ‘social media trawling’ and new laws are needed, a union group says.
Pop star’s plan to evict mum
Aussie pop star Vanessa Amorosi has revealed plans to sell the home her mum has lived in for two decades after a big court win.
‘Senseless’: Man involved in mate’s shooting
Fleeing her home after being confronted by a masked intruder, the last thing a young woman heard was her boyfriend calling out “help”.
Chilling post before school lockdown
A school in Melbourne’s southeast has been thrown into lockdown after a concerning post was shared to social media.
Crash causes chaos on busy freeway
Major delays are expected on a busy freeway during peak hour following a multi-vehicle crash that has left just one lane open.
Man’s gross act in gym shower
A bodybuilder who arrived at work to find a fellow gym-goer had done a disgusting act in a shared shower has taken to Instagram to slam the gross act.
Horror as cop allegedly stabbed
A Constable has been stabbed in Melbourne, attending an alleged false report on Tuesday afternoon.
‘Extensive’ damage after state’s wild weather
Damage has been “extensive” following wild winds, with at least 70 homes either isolated or in danger as one state faces a major clean-up.
‘Sputtering’ China weighs down miners
The financials and energy sectors have dragged the ASX to a winning day as Chinese woes weigh heavy on Australian miners.
Surprising group falling for crypto scams
New research has found one group are falling victim to crypto scams as they are “overconfident or overambitious”.
‘Woke’: Concerns over ‘far-left’ shift in Aus
An Australian lawyer and former refugee has challenged the ‘anti-woke’ arguments which are ‘destructive’ for society.
Bushfire warning as strong winds continue
One state is experiencing record breaking floods, as emergency services in other regions battle bushfires and the fallout of extreme winds.
‘Orwellian’: Disturbing find in popular park
Claims a government agency has been “spying” on civilians have emerged after hidden devices were uncovered in a national park.
Urgent ATM warning for Aussie cash users
Two people will likely be deported after being caught running a scam putting card-reading devices into the card slots of ATMs.
State shuts schools as wild winds hit
Several schools will be closed today in Victoria as the state braces for wild and destructive winds equivalent to a category three cyclone.
‘Gentleman John’: AFL icon dies aged 85
An AFL legend has died after leaving his mark on the sport he loved, as his former club pays tribute.
Machete terror in suburban street
Two people have been rushed to hospital after allegedly being attacked with a machete, just a month after the suburb was rocked by another violent incident.
‘Dodgy’: Star fumes over renewables project
A TV star has slammed the Victorian government over “secretive” plans to build a massive renewable energy battery project next to her farm.
Neighbours’ bombshell claim after dog attack
Neighbours have made a major claim after a young mum was allegedly mauled by a group of dogs while walking her baby in Melbourne’s northwest.
Aussies ‘fed up’ with Coles, Woolies profits
Shareholders in Coles and Woolworths are licking their lips, but the public is still stretching every dollar further at the checkout.
Wild claim after baby found under carport
Housemates of a woman whose baby was allegedly abandoned under a carport say they didn’t know she was pregnant.
Unexpected reason snow season cut short
One of the Australia’s busiest snowfields has called it quits for 2024 for an unexpected reason.
Sad details emerge after car crushes couple
Tragic new details have been revealed after an elderly couple were crushed by a tree, resulting in the death of the husband.
Wife in pool of blood after hatchet murder
An estranged husband broke into the family home in the dead of night and killed the mother of his children with a hatchet.
Newborn fighting for life: police
Police are investigating after a newborn baby was discovered with life-threatening injuries outside a home.
Surprise crypto trend takes off in Australia
Despite concerns about scams and criminal behaviour, Australia is seeing the fastest expansion of crypto ATMs in the world.
Killer driver ignored passenger’s plea
Two “innocent” aged care workers on their way home from work were killed instantly as a young driver sped through a red light at almost three times the speed limit.
Naked man with beer in CBD site standoff
A man has been taken to hospital under police guard after he was allegedly involved in a three-hour naked standoff while drinking a beer.
‘Unfortunate’ detail in killer boyfriend case
A judge has called for “closure” to be given to the family of a murdered mum as her killer boyfriend’s sentencing continues to be delayed.
Aussies short-changed $5bn a year
Slow moving reforms to the way Aussie workers are paid superannuation is costing the workforce billions of dollars every year.
Traffic chaos after car goes up in flames
A car has burst into flames following a collision, with inbound lanes of a major Melbourne freeway closed.
Tributes for ‘incredible’ ABC star
A former ABC newsreader has been remembered as an ‘incredible journalist’ with a ‘strong voice for country communities’ after she died at the age of 70.
More fire warnings as temps set to soar
Temperatures are set to soar up to 15C above average across the country, with high fire danger warnings in place in several states, with warm weather and winds to continue into the weekend.
Tradie’s death unsolved as man walks free
The shooting death of an innocent 20-year-old has remained unsolved as the last of four men was sentenced for a revenge plot.
Five men charged over nightclub stabbing
Men have been charged over a stabbing in a major night-life precinct which left a teen in a coma.
Victoria hit by third earthquake this month
Victoria has been hit by its third earthquake this month, with a city in the states southwest hit early on Thursday morning.
Horror as man killed after tree falls on car
A man has died and a woman has been left in critical condition after a tree fell on their car as damaging winds batter millions.
Woolies profit plunges despite sales increase
Woolworths Group has announced a dire $108m net profit, a 93 per cent drop on last year.
New details in AFL coach’s citizen’s arrest
AFL legend Michael Voss hasn’t lost a step, according to a cafe owner who helped him make a dramatic citizen’s arrest on Tuesday.
Why younger savers are ignoring banks
Facing mounting student debts and the cost-of-living grind, younger people are getting savvier on who holds onto their money.
Aussie crisis worse than national road toll
The number of Australians hooked on highly addictive medicines and illicit drugs is spiking hard and drawing comparisons with a devastating marker.
‘Desperately behind’: Worst state for housing
One state is falling “desperately behind” in building affordable houses, new data reveals.
Warning as tradies to walk off job
A warning has been issued to hundreds of tradies who are expected to put down their tools in solidarity with the embattled CFMEU, following the sacking of 270 union officials.
Wild winds set to batter millions
Severe wind warnings for several states continue to raise alarm for millions as conditions intensify.
Dad shot after daughter followed: cops
Police have revealed a concerning detail in a “random” attack after a father was shot by an unknown man – who remains on the run – in the driveway of his home.
Woman’s body found on popular beach
Police are working to establish the circumstances surrounding the death of a woman whose body was located early on Monday.
Family’s ‘nightmare’ over missing 20yo
The family of a young army-hopeful who vanished without a trace have renewed a plea for information, saying “we’ve suffered enough”.
’Kick in the teeth’ for struggling Aussies
As the big four Australian banks continue making billion-dollar profits, more and more families are falling behind on their house payments.
Horror six hours on state’s roads
Three people are dead and another is fighting for their life after two separate car crashes in a horror night on the state’s roads.
Huge change for millions of workers coming
Massive changes to workplace laws kick in August 26 which will allow millions of employees to ignore calls from the boss out of hours.
Disturbing details in young man’s park death
The police have revealed some disturbing details about a young man’s death in a suburban park, with ‘several knives’ found in the area.
‘Deep sorrow’: Young mum’s shock death
A beloved nurse died suddenly this week just a month after becoming a mother for the first time, leaving loved ones broken.
Farmers mass protest outside premier’s lunch
Hundreds of angry farmers and regional community members have staged a mass protest outside an event attended by state’s premier.
Single sentence costs homebuyer $500K
An anonymous person who submitted a single sentence to a local council has cost a homeowner almost $500,000, exposing the risks of a “flawed” new system.
‘Guinea pigs’: $56m embryo settlement
An Australian IVF company has settled a $56m class action after destroying embryos in an alleged faulty genetic screening program.
Hero neighbour saves family from house fire
A neighbour frantically banging on the windows of a burning house has saved the family of six inside.
Key update in alleged mushroom killer case
There’s been a new development in the case of alleged triple-murderer Erin Patterson, who faces allegations she poisoned her in-laws with a deadly lunch.
Whiskey sold at Dan Murphy’s recalled
The liquor sold across Australia has been urgently recalled because of undeclared allergy concerns.
Devastation as star journo killed in collision
A respected sports reporter is being remembered by the AFL community after he died following a traffic collision.
Aussie property developer posts $1.5bn loss
A major commercial property player has taken a huge financial hit, as negativity around iron ore leaves room for investors to pounce.
Woman’s body found at popular walking trail
The grim discovery was made at the popular walking trail on Tuesday.
‘Dystopian’: Coles image terrifies shoppers
The photo was taken at a Coles in Melbourne and posted on social media, sparking dozens of comments from concerned shoppers.
China blow to cost Australia billions
Chinese manufacturing, and it turns out Chinese babies, have left their mark on the ASX on Monday despite the market closing up.
Bank boss’s warning in cost-of-living crunch
More Westpac mortgage holders are falling behind on their payments while the bank posts a flat $1.8bn profit for the latest quarter.
Major update after Booktopia collapse
Struggling book retailer Booktopia has been purchased by an electronics businessman after falling into voluntary administration earlier this year.
Brother, cousin killed showing off new car
Two families have been left devastated after a popular young man killed his brother and cousin in a horror high-speed crash on Easter Sunday.
Two kids hospitalised after firebombing
Two children have been hospitalised following a firebombing as multiple fires broke out across one state overnight. Arson chemists are set to attend the scenes.
Key deals for summer of cricket signed
Sydney’s iconic Pink Test and Jane McGrath Day have a safe home at the SCG until 2030 as new hosting deals are signed.
One group keeping cash alive in Australia
A new report has made surprising findings about the use of cash and the number of businesses accepting cash in Australia.
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