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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.
Parents raise alarm over dark web pill death
A young Australian tradie felt he had to turn to the dark web for pain medication, but the pills were laced with a deadly unregulated opioid.
Trans chaos hits ‘Women Will Speak’ rally
A women’s rights rally collapsed into chaos on Saturday after a counter Transgender Liberation protest showed up.
Aussie Hollywood star reveals big TV news
Hollywood star Sarah Snook has some exciting news for TV lovers everywhere.
Ex-TV star leaves jail after four hours
Aussie actor Orpheus Pledger has again walked free as he seeks to appeal a jail sentence for attacking a woman during a drug-induced crisis.
Aussie shares end week up
Steadfast on not cutting rates anytime soon, the RBA governor’s comments have done little to dampen the mood on the ASX on Friday.
Sobs for rising Labor star after shock death
The partner of a beloved young mayor has broken down sobbing as he told a grieving crowd his soul had been “ripped out” after her sudden death.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by car
A pedestrian has died after they were hit by a car before being thrown into the path of another vehicle.
Detail in alleged abuser’s case slammed
Lawyers acting for a man accused of sexually abusing a prominent activist when he was a child have criticised police for this aspect of the case.
Bizarre way Telstra made $110m
Profits at Australia’s biggest telco have been slashed 13 per cent, but Telstra is still getting value from one particular pursuit.
‘Life changing’: Aussie’s wild $100k discovery
An Australian man has made the discovery of a lifetime with his metal detector, a find that is “life changing” for the father of two.
Rain band to drench multiple states
A rain band is set to lash parts of the southeast in a “significant” change from the last few days of warm, springlike weather. Possible thunderstorms have also been forecast.
Lollipop man slapped with high-five ban
Parents have been left outraged after a beloved lollipop man was told he can no longer high-five students after a parent complained.
Healthcare stocks dragged down by CSL
The ASX made a third-straight day of gains after a week of global volatility, with financial and consumer stocks pushing a marginal gain.
Pub takes beer garden fight to court
A 150-year-old watering hole on the banks of a river has taken its beer garden plans to court after they were knocked back over flooding fears.
Burglar’s mid-break-in muffin break
Before taking off in a stolen car, this alleged burglar stopped to indulge in a sweet treat while rummaging around a home in Melbourne’s east.
Cops hunt for car linked to drive-by shooting
Police are on the hunt for a black sedan, possibly a Mercedes, connected to a drive-by shooting.
Spending ‘flurry’ after $10m crypto mistake
After Crypto.com made a huge mistake that went undiscovered for months, a man splurged millions of dollars while his partner ignored their calls.
Boss gets pointed neck tattoo amid scandal
The former head of Victoria’s disgraced construction union has re-emerged to show off a fresh teck tattoo with a pointed message.
Shocking attack on moving train
A woman has allegedly been stabbed by another woman on a moving train in front of other passengers, including a two-year-old child.
Ex-AFL star accused of non-profit fraud
A former AFL footballer has faced a key court hearing over allegations he stole from an Aboriginal community health organisation.
Motorbike crash victim a ‘loving kid’
A young man killed in a collision with a stolen car has been remembered as a ‘loving kid’, brother, uncle, partner, best friend and employee.
Aussie state makes huge workplace call
One state’s premier will push for radical changes that could change Aussie workplaces forever.
Child dies after horror crash
A young child has died following a horror two-car crash. Three other people were also taken to hospital following the collision.
Push for major bin change across Australia
Two experts are calling for a nationwide change to household bin systems, that could see every home sorting their trash into four different bins.
Shock place missing teen found at 1am
A teenager missing for nearly a week has been found by police in a surprising place, one day after his mother suggested a new theory behind his disappearance.
Urgent warning as death toll climbs
An urgent plea has been issued after a ‘horrifying’ increase in deaths on the road, with one state recording six fatalities in just 10 ten days.
Cop’s sex sacking was unreasonable: court
A ‘lonely’ rural police officer should not have been fired after he slept with a woman who he was investigating for assault, a judge has found.
New peak for harmful Legionnaires’ outbreak
The outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease has reached a new milestone following the deaths of two people.
New theory after teen for missing five days
The family of a teenager who has been missing for five days have revealed a new theory about why he hasn’t returned home yet.
Major Victorian TWU boss stood down
A powerful figure in Victoria’s Transport Workers Union has been stood down by the branch’s management committee.
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