‘Being lied to’: Icon’s warning for Aussie state
The American-Australian musician has issued a chilling warning over an “out of touch” proposal that could set Australia back.
Western Australia
Huge benefit 14m Aussies have weeks to get
Millions of Aussies are rushing to make appointments so they can claim extras from their health insurance before the December 31 cut off.
Alarm as deadly disease detected in Australia
A major health alert has been issued after two cases of the disease were reported in overseas travellers who returned to Australia from Singapore.
Shock new find on older Aussie smokers
New research has revealed why older Aussie smokers are ditching tobacco for a new drug as the price of cigarettes continues to rise.
Man accused of wild nude rampage
Dramatic footage has captured a man allegedly going on a wild nude rampage through one city’s major night spot, before he is stopped by multiple cops.
Climate protesters swarm premier’s office
Climate activists have held a snap protest outside a premier’s office over the approval of the largest gas plant in the southern hemisphere.
Possum takes out city’s power grid
Authorities are holding a possum responsible for a widespread blackout that plunged most of the Western Australian city of Bunbury into darkness.
Fears as Qantas strike hits major airports
Qantas engineers have walked off the job at airports around the country on one of the busiest travel days of the year, leaving travellers worried about their plans.
How to see spectacular meteor shower
A giant meteor shower is set to pass over Australia this weekend, but one thing is threatening our chances of seeing the spectacular shoW.
Huge change to Australia Day celebration
A major change to Australia Day celebrations would be pushed through if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, a senior Liberal MP has said.
‘Threatening’ passenger sparks flight turnaround
It’s understood the passenger was given a no-fly ban after the flight from Brisbane to Perth was forced to turn around.
Urgent measles warning for major city
A second urgent measles warning has been issued for a major Australian city, days after an overseas traveller was confirmed carrying the contagious virus.
Aus rock legend’s sister dies in tragic incident
An award-winning author and sister of a Cold Chisel member has been killed in a horrific incident at Kings Park in Perth.
Vegan activist targeted while eating dinner
The Perth local was enjoying a meal with her partner when she was suddenly struck by a stranger.
Woman stabbed to death on suburban street
An alleged killer has pleaded not guilty on grounds of insanity over the death of a young woman who was brutally murdered on a suburban street.
Fresh delay in ex-AFL star’s fatal crash case
A former AFL player facing two manslaughter charges over a crash that killed two elderly women has had a fresh delay in his case.
Olympian pleads guilty after wife’s death
Olympic champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has made a huge call as he fronted court to answer allegations relating to the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.
Shark ‘shook’ surfer during attack
A teenage surfer has described the moment a shark attacked him, but vowing it won’t stop him getting into the water again.
‘Unsettling’ thunderstorms loom for millions
Millions of Australians are being urged to keep an eye out for changing weather conditions, as severe thunderstorms are likely to develop.
91 per cent chance of this interest rate call
The RBA board will meet on Tuesday and announce the final cash rate decision for 2024 later in the day.
Teens ‘out of control’, riot squad called in
A “junior leavers” gathering got out of hand with PolAir brought in to monitor the chaos on a famous island.
‘Pure disbelief’: Worker killed at gold mine
Workmates of 29-year-old driller Peter Groves who was killed on a Western Australian mine site have paid tribute to their beloved friend.
State’s shocking road toll in one weekend
Seven people were killed on the roads over the weekend in one Aussie state, bringing the number of fatalities to its worst record in almost a decade.
‘Miracle’: Woman found after 3 day search
A woman reported missing three days ago has been found in a “miracle” set of circumstances, with her dog by her side.
‘Close windows’: Severe heatwave warning
Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid-30s, with humidity making it feel a lot hotter.
Dire warning for one Aussie state
The bureau of meteorology has issued a heatwave warning for one state, with scorching summer heats having already arrived.
Power bills cut for Christmas in one state
Households in one state are getting a cash kicker to knock the top off power bills before Christmas.
Worst places for delivery delays revealed
Aussies likely to experience high levels of delayed deliveries are being warned to plan ahead if they want their Christmas presents on time.
PM visits synagogue in closed-off meeting
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met privately with Jewish members at a Perth synagogue one day after the firebombing of Adass Israel.
Albo dodges questions on synagogue attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the joint Counter Terrorism Taskforce would examine if the Melbourne synagogue attack was a terrorist act.
‘Completely gone’: Family devastated by fire
An Aussie family of five has been left with nothing just weeks out from Christmas, after their house was razed in devastating inferno.
Severe storm warning, 100km/h winds
Severe thunderstorms have been issued for parts of the country, with some areas bracing for wind gusts of up to 100km/h.
Albo’s $21m bid to create 400 new jobs
The Prime Minister will make the announcement during his 24th visit to Western Australia, with the state crucial to Labor’s hopes at the next election.
Notorious vegan activist visited by teen thugs
Dozens of teenagers, some wearing balaclavas, have allegedly targeted a well-known vegan activist, hurling offensive slurs outside her Perth home.
Man killed in horror building site accident
A man has died and another has been seriously injured after it’s thought a wall collapsed on them at a building site in a Perth suburb.
Aussies prepare for ‘stifling’ heat
Millions across the country are being warned to brace for more hot and sweaty nights this summer as temperatures reach 12C above average for parts of the country.
WA man guilty of killing mum for money
The jury has handed down its verdict in the case of alleged mum killer Andre Zachary Rebelo in the WA Supreme Court.
‘Numb’: Dog owner’s worst nightmare
Dog owners are being urged to consider potentially life-saving training for their pets after one woman’s shattering experience.
Warning about shortage of iconic Christmas treat
Aussies could have to forgo a beloved Christmas food staple after some crops were devastated by extreme weather.
50 sick animals discovered on puppy farm
Two people are facing 23 charges of animal cruelty after 50 sick animals were discovered on a pomeranian puppy farm.
Athlete dies after brutal Ironman race
An athlete has died after being pulled from choppy waters during a gruelling Ironman endurance race.
Man dead after dinghy capsizes off beach
A man has died while crayfishing after his dingy capsized in rough seas in Perth’s north. It comes After a luxury yacht went up in flames off the city’s iconic Cottesloe Beach.
‘Contempt’: Katter unleashes on new bank fee
Maverick MP Bob Katter has joined the chorus of criticism against CommBank for imposing a $3 fee to withdraw cash from some accounts.
‘Leave now’: Warning as new bushfire rages
Evacuation centres have been set-up as residents of towns in southern WA are urged to get out while they can as a bushfire bears down.
Mum’s ‘mercy’ plea for deadly marriage
A mother jailed after forcing her youngest daughter to marry the man who would kill her just months later has asked a court to find her daughter’s death was “punishment enough”.
Billionaire couple’s huge fight over tree
A billionaire Aussie couple have secured a major victory over a bizarre request involving a tree and their $20.1m luxury waterfront mansion.
Insane footage shows boat engulfed in flames
Emergency services rushed out to a huge 21m boat that erupted in flames about 1km off Perth’s iconic Cottesloe beach on Monday.
Wild weather smashes five states
A spate of wild weather has brought on flash flooding across five states, with footage capturing the moment a ritzy restaurant in Sydney’s east was flooded.
New warning after fire cuts off Aussie towns
A new warning has been issued to hundreds of people forced to flee after a massive bushfire cut off multiple Aussie towns and tore through evacuation points.
Big change for home delivery favourite
Woolworths and Endeavour Groups have moved its alcohol delivery service Jimmy Brings to the online grocery delivery app Milkrun.
Man disfigured in horrifying work incident
A man was disfigured in a horrifying workplace incident that left him with dozens of facial fractures and eye damage.
Scary map reveals dire bushfire threat
Australia’s fire and emergency services have released a new bushfire map and vast swathes of the country are staring down a dangerous summer.
‘Too late’: Dire warning for entire shire
A dire warning has been issued for hundreds of people in a remote Aussie shire as an out-of-control bushfire continues to rage.
Disgraced ex-MP in coma after alleged attack
A former MP was pursuing a fresh start in the tyre industry after his release from prison but is now clinging to life in hospital.
Update on boy in coma after Bali accident
There’s been a heartwarming update as an eight-year old Australian boy fights for life after a horror quad bike accident in Bali.
Man admits to stabbing grandmother: Court
A man admitted he attempted to kill his 60-year-old partner who was found by neighbours in her front yard with several stab wounds.
Popular ute recalled over defect
An urgent recall has been issued for a top-selling ute over a manufacturing default that could cause death or injury.
Ex-AFL star faces manslaughter charges
Former Collingwood star Shannon John Cox faces manslaughter charges over a car crash that killed two elderly women in June.
Shock call on Australia’s deadliest animal
Australia’s deadliest creature has been involved in the deaths of more people than any other animal, but it is not what you would expect.
Aussie police raid overseas scam centre
Police are racing to identify Aussie romance scam victims following a raid at an overseas scam centre that resulted in the arrest of 250 alleged cyber criminals.
Mystery of huge outback ‘scar’ solved
The chance discovery of a mammoth 11-kilometre long scar in the earth in Australia’s remote outback sparked intrigue and conspiracy.
’Screaming’: Woman charged with bf’s death
A woman has been charged with manslaughter after the death of her boyfriend in Perth over the weekend.
State’s bold move to lure Kiwi tradies
In a bid to solve crippling labour shortages and a worsening housing crisis, Kiwi tradies are being offered a big incentive.
Huge cost of vegan’s bizarre rant
A notorious vegan activist must pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages after accusing a suburban vet of eating her animal patients.
Horror moment evil father killed two women
The daughter of a man who killed two women while he was looking for his wife has relived the terrifying moment the deadly shots were fired.
Only weeks left to send Christmas parcels
Only a few weeks remain for people to send their Christmas parcels to reach their destination in time for the big day.
Couple heard arguing before man’s death
A woman has been charged with manslaughter following a heated argument with a man who was found unresponsive on the side of a road.
Controversial misinformation Bill scrapped
Proposed laws aimed at targeting misinformation and disinformation proliferating social media have been culled after it failed to garner support.
Laos’ big move after mass poisoning
Australians Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, both 19, died in Thai hospitals this week after falling ill with suspected methanol poisoning.
Heartwarming update in epic penguin journey
There’s been a big update in the heartwarming story of an emperor penguin that swam 3500 km to WA’s southern coastline.
Man shot by police in remote town
A male police officer was allegedly assaulted while responding to a domestic violence incident, with a firearm allegedly discharged during the altercation.
Scorching final weekend of spring to come
Multiple states will be sweating through heatwave conditions in the coming days with the mercury predicted to soar for southeastern parts of Australia.
‘Fantastic’ update for lost emperor penguin
An emperor penguin that took a wrong turn and ended up in Western Australia is now ready to make the 3,500km journey home.
‘Unimaginable’: 8yo boy fights for life in Bali
An eight-year-old Australian boy is fighting for life in a Bali hospital after he was involved in a quad bike accident with his brother.
‘Never a dull moment’: Snake caught on plane
A Disney television star has saved the day after a snake was spotted in the cabin of a Virgin flight from Broome.
Man charged over deadly rampage named
A man accused of going on a deadly rampage in Perth’s east that killed a father-of-two who had just won custody of his children has been identified.
Man’s escape from world’s deadliest fish
A young paramedic has recalled his suspected run-in with the world’s most venomous fish while holidaying in Australia.
Shock findings in mining giant report
A mining giant boss has apologised after a review into its workplace culture exposed multiple allegations of sexual assault, bullying and racism in the past year.
Man dead after terrifying road rage incident
A man who was allegedly armed with a knife and driving erratically has been arrested after a pedestrian was hit and killed during a ‘traumatic’ incident.
State’s homelessness crisis ‘at its worst’
The housing and homelessness crisis is so bad in one major state that a peak body has called on political parties to commit to a bold election platform.
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