Coalition’s $750m crime crackdown
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton plans to introduce new “post and boast” social media laws as part of a $750m pledge into crime prevention.
Western Australia
‘Really unwell’: Illness set to soar
Peak flu season is months away and flu cases are already 30 per cent higher across Australia compared to the same time last year.
Aussie fashion icon dead at 60
Tributes are flowing for an iconic Australian fashion designer who died at the age of 60 after a short battle with a rare brain condition.
Mystery over bird paralysis syndrome
Researchers are working together to determine the cause of a mysterious paralysis syndrome affecting native birds across a major state.
Massive change set for penalty rates
Labor will unveil a new legal push to protect the working rights of about three million Australians.
Coalition’s plan for small businesses
The Coalition wants to create 350,000 new small businesses in four years – it hopes new tax incentives will help that happen.
Locals on alert as cyclone nears
Residents are on alert with Cyclone Errol expected to cross the Australian coastline on Friday afternoon, bringing wind gusts of up to 140km.
Smelly beers recalled over contamination
Two popular beer products have been recalled over contamination fears ahead of the Easter long weekend, with authorities noting they carry an “unpleasant odour”.
Search on for $30m Powerball winner
Huge Powerball held big returns for one Aussie who hit the jackpot. Read to find out if it’s you.
‘Failed to do the work’: Lambie slams Dutton
Popular independent Jacqui Lambie has taken aim at the Coalition for its failure to “do the work” and look “credible” on the May 3 election trail.
Shocking driver behaviour caught on camera
The shocking behaviour of drivers in one Aussie state have been caught on camera following the installation of roadside safety cameras.
Ex-PM backs in under pressure candidate
Former prime minister John Howard has thrown his weight behind the Liberal candidate tasked with winning back a critical blue-ribbon seat.
‘Offensive’: Leader slammed over dog comment
Nationals leader David Littleproud has been called out over a comment he made about a female MP while campaigning in her marginal seat.
TV star’s son jailed for killing teen
Jaden Martinovich, the son of an Aerobics Oz Style star, has been jailed for life over the murder of a 17-year old boy who was stabbed during a fake drug deal.
‘Lost for words’: Backlash over Greens rave
The WA Greens have come under fire for advertising a dance party fundraiser to be held on Anzac Day, leading to a sudden update on the planned rave.
Security guards fired over alleged assault
Two security guards have been fired from a bar in Perth’s north following an alleged assault that resulted in one patron being hospitalised with head injuries.
Disturbing discovery made in Australia
In an arachnophobes nightmare, scientists have identified 55 new species of wishbone spiders.
Security accused of brutal bar bashing
Two security guards at The Lookout in Scarborough have been charged with assault after a man was hospitalised with facial injuries.
Albo’s son at first major election event
The Prime Minister’s son made his very first major campaign appearance as Labor’s re-election campaign officially kicked off.
Measles case visited busy shopping centre
WA’s measles outbreak has grown to 14 cases after two more infections were confirmed over the weekend, with a busy shopping centre now an exposure site.
Albo reveals ‘instant’ $1000 tax cut
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced another tax cut, with workers to get another $1000 off through deductible expenses.
Warning as ‘fully fledged’ cyclone looms
Australians have been warned to brace for a “fully fledged tropical cyclone” just a month after ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred made landfall.
Albo’s bold plan for first homebuyers
Anthony Albanese has made a massive announcement about the future of housing in Australia, outlining a $10b scheme.
What to expect from Easter weather
Ahead of the much anticipated long weekend, Australians should pack the umbrella, as almost every state is expecting rainfall.
Two words that might win the election
Anthony Albanese took home the first leaders debate off the back of an about-face by the Opposition in the second week of the campaign, but “uncertain times” lay ahead.
Warning as cyclone threat only ‘hours away’
Australians have been warned to “prepare now” as the threat of a tropical cyclone looms off the coast.
Aussie dies hiking in the Swiss Alps
The body of an Australian man has been discovered by emergency services after his colleagues reported him missing when he failed to show up for work.
‘Not welcome’: Price’s awkward event
Liberal MP Jacinta Price was met by Aboriginal protesters on a visit to Bunbury in WA’s South West where she talked about the failed Voice referendum.
Warning amid ‘high chance’ of tropical cyclone
Australian coastal communities have been warned over a “high chance” a tropical cyclone may develop over the next week, with the potential for a second to also develop.
Urgent recall amid risk of ‘serious injury’
Aussies have been told to immediately stop using a popular beverage product sold by major retailers, after one person was left injured.
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