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Dire future for Aussie ski seasons
Even if damage is reined in, one of Australia’s key tourism drivers faces a bleak future, new research finds.
Major update in missing campers trial
Former Jetstar captain Greg Lynn will give evidence as he faces murder charges over the deaths of campers Carol Clay and Russell Hill, a jury has heard.
Dire update in state’s bird flu crisis
Agricultural authorities in one state have issued a dire update after multiple poultry farms confirmed the highly-contagious bird flu had been detected.
Hey Hey It’s Saturday star dead at 76
Legendary radio and television star John Blackman has died age 76 following a high-profile battle with cancer.
Appeal for missing teen last seen at shops
The 15-year-old was last seen boarding a bus at a popular shopping centre in Melbourne’s southeast.
‘He was cold’: Family’s tragic act as son found
The little boy was helping his mum and grandmother on a farm when he wandered off with his puppy.
Campers’ ‘fun in bed’ before deaths
A former Jetstar captain accused of killing two campers told police he believed the pair were “trying to have fun in bed” before the fatal incident, a jury has heard.
Why suburb looks ‘like a caravan park’
An inner city suburb street looks “like a caravan park” as residents try to force council to shut a loophole allowing boats, dog washing trailers and campers to park in perpetuity.
Melbourne sex worker ‘humiliated’ by letter
A Melbourne sex worker was asked over the phone about his occupation. What happened next shocked him.
Woman injured in random scooter attack
Police believe a woman knocked off an e-scooter in the CBD was randomly attacked, as police hunt the assailant.
Major update on Sam Murphy’s phone
A crucial detail has been revealed about the iPhone of missing mum Samantha Murphy after police found the item in a dam.
‘Finish this’: Why missing campers burned
Sitting in a police interview room, former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn said he felt he needed to “finish this”, months after two campers vanished, a jury has heard.
Frydenberg’s huge call on return to politics
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg broken his silence on rumours he is planning a political comeback following his defeat in the last federal election.
Fake cop arrested after brazen act: police
A man allegedly stole police clothing, including shirts and boots, before making his way to a pub.
‘Needed’: Push for Frydenberg comeback
The former treasurer and deputy Liberal leader, who lost his seat to teal contender Monique Ryan, could be set to make a return to federal politics.
Wild find after cops storm suburban home
Police have seized cocaine, steroids and phones from an alleged drug trafficker’s home, whom authorities say was trafficking across Melbourne.
Terrible news if you’re trying to buy a house
Aussie house prices have reached record highs in May with one capital city spiking a whopping 20 per cent in the space of a year.
Criminals mar pro-Palestine protests
A rising tide of anti-weapons and pro-Palestinian sentiment has broken out across Melbourne, with peaceful protests marred by criminal acts.
Highly-virulent disease warning for Aussies
Australian travellers have been issued a warning about bringing home a highly contagious disease from overseas.
Expert accused of lying in campers trial
A police expert giving evidence in the double murder trial of Greg Lynn has been accused of using “half-baked theories” to derail the trial.
Dangerous winds, 2000km rain band moves in
Most of the country will be facing wet and windy conditions in the coming days as a 2000km wide rain band moves east.
New Melbourne bar slammed as ‘grotesque’
A new themed cocktail bar is coming to Melbourne but a group of activists is calling on the public to boycott it.
‘Disgrace’: Another uni underpays staff
Another major Australian university has confessed to underpaying staff, with the union saying the issue is widespread.
Big fear after breakthrough in Murphy search
Police have shed light on their next steps in the search for Ballarat woman Sam Murphy after ‘items of interest’ were found in a cordoned-off search this week.
Epic airline sale offers $239 flights to Japan
For the next five days, one Aussie airline is slinging flights to Japan for as little as less than $350, with some fares starting at just $239.
Kids recruited into $2m ciggy, cash theft ring
Melbourne men who allegedly recruited more than 20 children, telling them which stores to rob for cash and cigarettes and providing the stolen getaway cars, have been arrested.
‘Items located’: Huge Murphy search update
A huge breakthrough has emerged in police’s renewed search for missing mum Samantha Murphy after she vanished on her morning jog.
DNA found in pilot’s shotgun, court told
Forensic testing was done on a shotgun belonging to former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn after “brown staining” was found inside the barrel, a jury has been told.
‘Very sad’: Iconic Melbourne restaurant closes
A much loved Italian restaurant in Melbourne is the latest business to close its doors after more than four decades.
Campers face eviction from own land
A single mother and her friend who are being forced to camp on their own land are facing eviction after a local council stepped in.
Frydenberg’s tears over anti-Semitic attacks
Former treasurer Josh Frydenberg has cried while interviewing a Jewish couple in Melbourne who were victims of anti-Semitism.
Why tobacconists are choosing to be fined
Tobacconists afraid of potential arson attacks are reportedly choosing to be fined amid one city’s ongoing gangland conflict.
Campers murder trial shown pilot’s gun
Complete with a pistol grip, laser sight and extendable stock, a jury has had a first-hand look at accused double-murderer Greg Lynn’s 12-gauge shotgun.
80 per cent of Australia to be soaked
Get the umbrella and gumboots out, a rain front will sweep across the continent this week, drenching Aussies from Perth to Sydney.
Passenger forces Virgin flight to turn back
A cross-country flight was forced to do a U-turn as a male passenger “went bananas” banging on the cockpit.
Claim on alleged camper killer photo: court
The murder trial of pilot Greg Lynn has heard missing camper Russell Hill’s phone was tracked to “within 100m” of the same road the accused man was photographed on.
‘Confronting’: Shock after school attack
Enhanced federal hate speech laws have come under focus following a disturbing incident at a Jewish school in Melbourne.
Failed armed robber’s bizarre disguise
A man wearing underwear on his head and a makeshift cape allegedly tried to rob a pub with a gun.
Protests follow Israel’s diplomatic blow
Australians have taken to the streets in their thousands to plead for greater action after a significant ruling on Israel’s war on Gaza.
Gen Z identified as ‘high risk’ for burnout
Millions of Australians are taking on second jobs to cope with rising living costs but a new report shows just how grim that is for some.
Mum’s simple idea becomes global hit
A mum from Melbourne has transformed a “scary” idea into a global success story and she is not done yet.
Aussie ports targeted in Gaza protests
Ports across the country have been the target of peaceful protesters as calls for boycotts against Israel mount.
Hundreds to be taxed for empty homes
Almost 200 properties in just five apartment buildings in Melbourne have sat empty for more than six months, as the nation’s rental crisis deepens.
Teen found with suspected gunshot wound
A teenager has been taken to hospital after being found injured with a suspected gunshot wound.
‘Choking risk’: Popular baby items recalled
Product Safety Australia has advised parents to immediately stop using a number of baby items over concerns they could cause choking, suffocation and death to young children.
Pro boxer’s life threatened in shooting
Police are investigating whether two car fires are linked to shots being fired at the former Mongols bikie as he was leaving his home.
Burnt teeth linked to missing camper: court
Five burnt teeth and a dental prosthesis located in remote bushland were linked to slain camper Russell Hill, a jury has been told.
‘Truly sorry’: Top cop’s historic apology
An Australian state’s top police officer has apologised for the force’s role in removing indigenous children from their families.
400,000 chickens killed as bird flu spreads
A second case of bird flu in Victoria has been detected, with links to the first one in Meredith.
Bird flu detected at three Aussie farms
Australia has reported its first case of H5N1 bird flu, as three poultry farms are placed under lockdown.
Police officer struck by stolen car
A man has been arrested hours after he allegedly struck down a police officer while driving a stolen car in a hotel car park in Melbourne’s east.
First pic of pilot after alleged camper killings
The jury in the trial of former pilot Greg Lynn has seen pictures of the pilot taken soon after he allegedly killed missing campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay.
Vital roadside skill Aussies struggle with
The one state where residents are the least likely to know how to change a tyre has been revealed. You’d never guess where it is.
Alleged mushroom killer returns to court
Alleged triple-murderer Erin Patterson has made her first appearance in Victoria’s Supreme Court after she pleaded not guilty to all charges.
One item half of Aussies will have today
Up to half of Australian adults are expected to have a Powerball ticket today as the jackpot soars to $150 million.
Driver killed after school bus crash
Emergency services swarmed to the site of a bus crash, which left the bus driver dead and about 30 school kids stranded on the side of the road.
‘Viagra’: Secrets of campers’ affair revealed
A cop has told a jury of the moment they found the “ripped up” label of a Viagra prescription in a bathroom bin while searching for two missing campers.
‘High-risk’: Scary truth about healthcare
A man has shared the unbelievable difference between healthcare in the US and Australia after his pregnant Aussie wife could not access healthcare in America despite having insurance.
‘Cousin’: Camper’s lie to wife about mistress
The widow of slain camper Russell Hill has told a jury she was made aware of his affair in the early 2000s, as the telling clue something was afoot is revealed.
‘Faceless coward’: Restaurant owner erupts
The owner of a Vietnamese restaurant in Melbourne has issued a series of savage responses to a number of unhappy customers who left 1-star reviews.
Massive salary for traffic controllers revealed
A whistleblower has exposed the enormous annual salary traffic controllers across Victoria’s building industry are raking in.
Triple whammy virus cocktail hits Aussies
Cold and flu cases are surging as Covid-19 numbers and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are thrown into the sickly mix.
‘Urgent’: Blackout risk as green power stumbles
The Australian Energy Market Operator is warning of “reliability gaps” without the ‘timely’ delivery of more transmission and energy infrastructure.
‘Alarming’ find at slain campers’ tent: court
New photos of an ‘alarming’ discovery at the burnt-out campsite of a missing couple have been shared with the jury at a double-murder trial.
Cops called to pro-Palestine roof protest
Protesters who allegedly scaled a rooftop at a busy city university have been arrested, as demonstrators at another campus were issued a stern ultimatum.
Woman allegedly stabbed outside Westfield
A woman was standing at a bus stop outside the shopping centre when she was allegedly stabbed.
How pilot was linked to slain campers: court
A jury has heard how police linked a former Jetstar pilot to the disappearance of two elderly campers in one of Victoria’s most remote locations — and what he says happened.
Temps plunge in coldest morning of year
Thousands of Aussies have shivered through the coldest morning of the year so far as a polar air mass which brought freezing winds to the east coast continues to linger.
6 arrests after cops, rival protesters clash
Police arrested six people following tense scenes after pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters converged in Melbourne’s CBD.
‘Not right’: Shock as cop seen beating pubgoer
A Victorian Police officer has been accused of going “too far” after footage emerged of the officer repeatedly using a baton to hit a man outside a pub.
‘Ratbags’: Protesters rock Labor conference
Labor delegates will meet again on Sunday for the Victorian state party conference after pro-Palestine protesters sent the venue into lockdown.
Man dies in shocking scooter crash
A 45-year-old man riding a scooter has died after colliding with a car.
‘Urine and milk’: Thug’s gross prison act
A man set to be deported after viciously attacking another man allegedly behaved appallingly while in prison, including one sick act involving urine and milk.
Premier “disgusted” by ugly Palestine protest
The Victorian Premier has blasted the actions of protesters who stormed the Victorian Labor Conference on Saturday.
State on alert after measles case reported
Health authorities in one state are on high alert after a new case of measles – the 10th this year – was reported at one of Australia’s busiest airports.
‘Not my wife’: Friends knew of camper affair
A mate of slain camper Russell Hill “almost fell on the floor” when he learnt his friend was involved in a 14-year affair, a jury has been told.
‘Get in the car’: Mum’s kidnapping ordeal
A mother has described the horrifying moments a man armed with a knife kidnapped her and her baby and made her drive to stores to buy MacBooks.
Mum, baby abducted from shopping centre
Police say a man forced the mother and infant into their car at knifepoint and forced to drive around buying him electronics.
Camper’s ‘rude’ act aired in court
Giving evidence at the trial of a double murder-accused pilot, a weed sprayer has shared how he thought a drone flying in a national park was “a bit rude”.
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