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Retailer leaving Aussie companies on edge
The retail behemoth is changing Australia’s e-commerce landscape, with shoppers demanding fast delivery, quality products, and a seamless shopping experience.
Tradie pays $20k for website, gets zero sales
A tradie who paid nearly $20,000 for a new website has slammed the “ridiculous” situation after getting just four views per month.
State’s top cop hit by no confidence vote
Victorian police commissioner Shane Patton’s future is in question after an overwhelming vote of no confidence was passed by union members.
Major update on school phone ban
It’s been one year since phones were banned in schools and teachers have now revealed whether the tactic has been beneficial in improving children’s behaviour.
Man dead after shopping centre incident
A police investigation is underway into the death of a man after being chased by officers inside a shopping centre in southeastern Melbourne.
AFL star’s heartbreaking apology at funeral
Friends and family of AFL star Troy Selwood have gathered to pay tribute to the beloved player and dad at an emotional service.
Rear passenger dies in horror 3-car crash
A back-seat passenger has died and their driver is seriously injured following a horror three-car crash.
Huge update on cancer scammer Belle Gibson
A high-profile scammer’s $410,000 fine is still being chased almost a decade later by Victoria’s consumer watchdog.
Child, 1, flown to hospital after house fire
Emergency services were called to a house fire, with reports the occupants, including a young child, needed rescuing.
Australia’s extreme climate laid bare
The various corners of Australia are facing cyclone, fire and flooding threats on Thursday as the extremes of Australia’s climate take hold.
How you could own iconic festival site
The site of an iconic Australian festival is up for sale along with a main stage graced by international superstars – and it’s much more affordable than you might expect.
Businessman‘s $3.4m kickback on property deal
A “highly regarded” businessman and community leader has learnt his fate for paying out a kickback during an international property deal.
‘Humbling’ lessons for Albo in election hit
The prime minister could be booted from government at the upcoming election if Labor’s disastrous showing at the Werribee by-election is repeated.
Call for alcohol delivery curfew
Following the death of a 30-year-old from alcohol poisoning, a coroner is calling for curfews for booze home delivery.
Shopper confronted, dog allegedly left in car
Footage has captured the fiery moment a woman confronted a shopper for allegedly leaving her dog locked in her car for 20 minutes on a 36 degree day.
Radio icon dies a week after retiring
A legendary radio host has died at the age of 85, a week after announcing his retirement after more than 60 years in the business.
Train with 50 passengers and truck collide
A truck and busy passenger train have collided in regional Victoria.
Warning to conwoman who inspired film
A notorious conwoman, once the subject of a documentary, has abandoned plans to appeal her latest fraud conviction after a judge delivered a simple warning.
‘Go back to China’: Man’s disturbing rant
Shocking footage has captured the moment a man hurled racist abuse and flipped off a driver in a disturbing rant on the streets of Melbourne.
Dramatic moment tree ripped from ground
Wild winds have torn parts of a major city apart, ripping large trees out of the ground and smashing into power lines, leaving thousands without power.
Music superstar’s massive gift to fans
Canadian music superstar Drake has given two women the surprise of their lives while attending his first show in Melbourne.
Issue in Aussie surf brand collapse
The business behind two Australian surfwear brands has applied for bankruptcy in the US, with more than 100 stores to close, as a mogul reveals their key mistake.
Blow to Aus as new bird flu outbreak found
Just days after Australia declared it had eradicated a highly contagious strain of bird flu, an outbreak has been detected in Victoria.
Razor thin margin in by-election battle
Early results in Victoria’s double by-elections indicate a neck-and-neck race to decide who wins each seat.
Bird flu strain found at Vic farm
Authorities are acting to contain a new case of bird flu confirmed at a poultry farm, just days after an outbreak last year was declared “eradicated”.
Insane price for tiny beachside bathing box
This bathing box in a smart beachside town measures just 7.5 sqm but it’s going for an insane price.
Aussies staple you’ll be lucky to find
Floodwaters in North Queensland have cut off supply routes for an Aussie staple that will be in short supply at your local supermarket.
Man killed by tractor on iconic road
A man has died after being struck by a tractor on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road.
Wild moment paraglider gets stuck in tree
Dramatic footage has emerged of the moment a paraglider was winched to safety after becoming stranded in a 10m tree in thick bushland.
Winning $60m Powerball numbers revealed
Two days after a Sydney woman took home $100m in Oz Lotto, the winning numbers for the $60m Powerball have been revealed.
Methanol poisoning parents’ heartache
The families of Australian teens who died from methanol poisoning in Laos are disappointed Laos authorities are yet to accept AFP help in the investigation.
Protester allegedly waves terrorist flag
The Australian Federal Police has made a fresh move against a man who allegedly waved a terrorist flag at a protest last year.
112m turbine collapses on wind farm
A 112m wind turbine has collapsed after severe thunderstorms wreaked havoc in one state, prompting this call.
First pic as alleged graffiti artist jailed
The man allegedly behind Melbourne’s infamous Pam the Bird graffiti has been spotted heading to jail after a court found no conditions could reduce his risk of offending.
Tributes for ‘generous’ mum killed at home
The family of a woman who was allegedly killed at an Ascot Vale home on Friday have paid tribute to the generous and vibrant mum.
Stark warning as ‘flu-like’ disease spreads
A dangerous infectious disease that spreads from animals to humans is escalating, prompting a new health alert.
Ban on woman accused of botox ruse
A woman accused of hospitalising three people with unregistered cosmetic injections has been ordered to stop.
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.
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.
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.
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