Star trio fires as 36ers conquer the Kings
A spirited Sydney fightback was ultimately no match for the star-studded Adelaide 36ers who will live to fight another day in the NBL playoffs.
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Accused ‘getting weapons’ day boy beaten
The brother of a woman accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey has told a court the group were acting rowdy and gathering weapons on the day the 15-year old was fatally struck.
‘Love triangle’ led to boy’s alleged murder
A teenage love triangle allegedly sparked a series of events that led to a 15-year-old boy who had nothing to do with it being killed, a court has heard.
Before and after pics anger locals
A stretch of grass in Western Australia has caused an all-out war between locals and council, and it’s only getting worse.
Alleged killer claims schoolboy stabbed him
A man accused of murdering Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey claims the 15-year old slashed him with a steak knife and denies striking the boy with a metal pole.
State braces for days of cyclonic weather
Western Australian residents have been warned a cyclone is expected to hit as the country’s torrent of wild weather shows no sign of slowing down.
Man hunting for kids when boy killed: court
A court has been told a man accused of killing a Perth schoolboy had been out hunting schoolkids armed with a metal pole.
‘Hunting kids’: Cassius murder trial starts
Four people are on trial over the alleged murder of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey who died in hospital after he was allegedly beaten by a group of adults.
Aussie in tears over rejection of ‘weird’ offer
A Perth content creator has broken down in tears after he approached a woman and she declined his “weird” offer.
Gross reason fans locked out of pop star gig
Fans of a pop-rock icon have been left out in the cold after a nasty issue forced a much-anticipated concert to be cancelled.
Cyclone threat for Aussie tourist town
Residents have been warned to stay inside and secure their belongings as a tropical cyclone threatens to develop and smash the coast in the next 24-48 hours.
Couple holidaying in WA snap up Frankston North house at auction
“She screamed on the phone and started crying happy tears” – that was the reaction when a couple on holiday in Western Australia won an auction in Melbourne’s outer south east today.
Measles alert after rapper Drake concert
A public health warning has been issued after a person infected with measles attended Drake’s Perth concert.
Aussie MP legally changes name to Trump
An independent MP has raised eyebrows after legally changing his name in an effort to secure his seat at the election, taking inspiration from politics abroad.
Leaked text messages reveal horror ordeal
An Aussie has been left ashamed and embarrassed after he was caught out by a devastating incident twice, which has turned his life upside down.
Hollywood star shares selfie with Aussie icon
A member of a Hollywood dynasty has shared a selfie with one of Australia’s cutest animals on Rottnest Island.
NRL news Bears fans want to hear
The West Australian bid has hit a few roadblocks, but the NRL is optimistic that a deal will be struck to have a team in Perth.
Huge star seen at Perth hotel amid celeb feud
A huge rapper has posted a sneaky shirtless snap from his Perth hotel’s pool before kicking off his Australian tour.
Melbourne home prices drop again to begin 2025
Melbourne’s property market has slid again in the new year, with new PropTrack data revealing the areas losing the most value. Find out where is feeling the pain.
Tourist dies in Outback heat tragedy
A Queensland woman has died after she left her bogged vehicle to seek help in extreme heat while en route to a notorious hiking spot in a remote part of Western Australia.
Victory leap into third after quickfire second half goals
Melbourne Victory is suddenly back up into third on the A-League Men’s ladder after a 2-0 win over Perth Glory on Saturday night. Catch up with the latest news from the weekend’s action.
Perth favourite set for A-League comeback with Sydney FC
Experienced defender Alex Grant’s next move has been officially confirmed – but it is only a short term deal.
Parents jailed for sick act to daughter
A court has been told how the parents of a teenage ballerina almost starved their daughter to death – denying anything was wrong with her.
Depraved ex-soldier cops 28 years for rape
An ex-soldier has received one of the state’s harshest sentences for raping multiple women and girls with a “high level of depravity.”
Shock failures before killer’s rampage
Eight police officers will face disciplinary action after an internal investigation discovered serious failures before coward killer Mark Bombara’s Floreat rampage.
Troye Sivan’s $1.7m score after move to Melbourne
The Aussie house where the pop star filmed a personal video that’s had over 9 million views, and lived in when he landed a role in a Hollywood film has sold. See how much it went for.
Major US supermarket trend now in Australia
A boutique Australian supermarket has been compared to the popular Erewhon supermarket in Los Angeles.
‘Warning as Bali belly’ spreads to Aussie state
Authorities have confirmed the link between rising rates of a parasitic stomach bug and overseas travel, with one tourist hotspot named as a common culprit.
MMA fighter relearns to walk after crash
An Australian mixed martial arts champion is learning how to walk again after a “brutal” car crash almost claimed his life.
‘Disgusting’ video of man, swan investigated
The RSPCA are investigating an extremely “distressing” video allegedly involving a man and a swan.
Dutton fires brutal shot at Albo’s $4m home
Peter Dutton has mocked the PM’s decision to snap up a $4 million clifftop mansion with a brutal stick figure sketch.
Bowling star’s move sets off BBL free agency
BBL free agency is off to a fast start with experienced quick Jason Behrendorff leaving the Scorchers to link up with a rival club on a long-term deal.
Australia’s top performing state revealed
Two mining powerhouses are officially Australia’s best performing state economies, with one topping the list for the second time since 2014.
‘Absolutely awesome’: New star rises for Aussies
A new Aussie star stood up to deliver a victory on home soil for one of Australia’s best performed teams.
Adelaide’s final charge continues in brutal clash with Breakers
The Adelaide 36ers push for a playoff spot went up another level with a crucial win against the NZ Breakers in what was a heated clash on Montrezl Harrell’s birthday. Catch up on the latest NBL news.
Shock find in aged care village
An aged care home resident has been charged with the alleged murder of her roommate in Perth on Friday.
‘Too late to leave’: Fires rage in WA
Two separate bushfires in WA’s southwest are threatening buildings as people are told it is too late to leave.
’Mini tornado’ destroys homes in freak storm
Several homes have been destroyed after a freak storm unexpectedly tore through a remote town on Thursday night.
Shocking footage of mum’s desperate act
Shocking footage has captured the moment a woman was dragged along the road after a teen allegedly stole her car with a child still inside.
Surfer’s ‘miracle’ shark attack escape
A surfer has spoken out about the terrifying moment he escaped a brutal shark attack at a popular surfing spot in Western Australia, where other shark attacks have occurred.
Naked man accused of wild rampage
A naked man who allegedly tried to carjack an Uber and was twice tasered by police has fronted court over his outrageous antics.
United spoils Bryce’s 250th, Kings make playoff statement
Melbourne United became the first team in months to clamp Bryce Cotton, prevailing in the west in a result which had huge implications for the NBL table.
Boy fatally crushed by parking meter named
A boy who died in hospital after being crushed by a disused parking meter is being remembered as someone who “brought so much joy”.
Child’s neck ‘covered in bruises’, court told
A man is suing a State Government over horrific sexual abuse incidents he alleges occurred at the hands of family members while he was a ward of the state.
Millions lashed by record-breaking rain
A tropical cyclone has brought record-breaking rain, with one area recording 274mm of rain in just 24 hours.
‘Threat to lives’: Tropical cyclone intensifies
One state has been dealt a double blow as a tropical cyclone smashes the northern region, while residents in the south have been rocked by an earthquake.
‘Powerless’: 4yo mauled in front of mum
A distraught mother has spoken of the moment her four-year-old daughter was horrifically mauled on a popular beach in a vicious dog attack.
Warning as Cyclone Sean closes in
Residents in one state have been warned to bunker down as tropical cyclone Sean sweeps over the region, bringing blistering winds and heavy rain.
Scorchers smash Strikers to move into fourth
Perth Scorchers have smashed the Strikers by five wickets, moving into fourth and spot in the BBL finals – with the Stars set to play with their future on the line on Sunday.
5yo critical after crushed by parking meter
A five-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after a disused parking meter fell on him.
New signing eager to impress for Sydney
Sydney FC has lost an attacker on loan to Perth, but has welcomed the arrival of another forward.
Man sues state for ‘horror’ childhood abuse
A man who alleges he was repeatedly abused while a ward of the state has told a court his life was full of “nastiness, hate and sexual abuse”.
‘Nightmare:’ Man’s sexual abuse claim
A man suing the state of Western Australia over “horrific sexual abuse claims” has told a court his childhood was a “horrible nightmare.”
Driver killed in ‘horrific’ crash named
The driver who police suspect deliberately caused the death of three other people in a “confronting” crash has been named.
Horror second term humbles Bullets as Wildcats capitalise
The Brisbane Bullets’ push for the playoffs took another wrong turn on Wednesday when a horrid second quarter resulted in a 112-85 loss against the Perth Wildcats.
Horror theory behind quadruple fatal crash
Police have revealed a devastating new theory about the fiery head-on collision that killed four people near a major airport.
Diner fumes at staggering Chinese meal bill
A woman who was handed a staggering bill at a Chinese restaurant in Perth has hit out at the establishment after feeling “something was off”.
Holiday horror as boy drowns at popular lake
Emergency crews rushed to the lake, a popular spot during the school holidays, but the boy could not be saved.
Man allegedly set alight with blowtorch, cops
Footage has revealed the moment a man was allegedly set on fire with a blowtorch in a chilling attack on the doorstep of his own home.
Call for tourist ban on Aussie island
Residents south of Perth have called on the state government to ban visitors to a popular island to protect a species whose numbers have dwindled by 97 per cent.
Taxi driver killed in airport quadruple fatal
A taxi driver killed in a fiery crash that police suspect was deliberately caused by another driver has been identified as a beloved father of three.
Watch: Konstas fires, Warner flies to save Thunder’s BBL season
Handy cameos from Test sensation Sam Konstas and veteran David Warner have helped the Sydney Thunder move a step closer to ending an eight-year BBL title drought.
Cyclist dead in horror crash with truck
A cyclist has died after colliding with a rubbish truck, less than an hour after four were killed in another crash in the same city.
Horrifying cop update on crash killing four
Police allege a crash that killed four people in a fiery head-on collision between a taxi and another vehicle was deliberate.
‘Raining sixes at the SCG’ as Smith century guides Sixers to win
Steve Smith smashed an unforgettable century in his return to the BBL as the Sydney Sixers held off a fast-finishing Perth Scorchers in their crucial clash at the SCG.
Aussie golden girl ties the knot
Aussie golden girl Stephanie Rice has married pastor Mark Lassey at a stunning ceremony in Perth less than a year after meeting the father of three.
‘Seaplane tragic’: Tributes for dead pilot
Devastated family and friends of a pilot killed in a horror seaplane crash have paid tribute to their “warm, fun and hilarious” mate.
Albo defends controversial sheep decision
Anthony Albanese has defended a controversial policy while in Perth after facing accusations he is “turning his back” on farmers.
Twist as shark shuts down iconic beach
A shark has become trapped on the swimmer-side of a net, shutting down an iconic Aussie beach, with one local taking things into their own hands.
Miracle win sparks ‘down in the dumps’ guns
He wasn’t there to hit the winning runs in a miracle BBL win, but the new Melbourne Renegades captain is earning rave reviews.
WATCH: Renegades go from 4-10 to miracle win
Will Sutherland and Tom Rogers performed a miracle for the Renegades, steering the Melbourne side from 4-10 to a remarkable four-wicket win against Perth. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
‘Very real concerns’ for Perth, WA
The AMA has raised concerns about an “influx” of 150 trainee doctors from India who are slated to arrive in Perth this month.
Tragedy as woman swept off rocks
A woman who fled war-torn Ukraine to start a new life in Australia has tragically died after she was swept off rocks while visiting a remote tourist beach.
BBL stars hospitalised after horror collision
Sydney Thunder stars Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft were taken to hospital after a horrific collision during their side’s BBL clash with the Scorchers in Perth.
Cricket in shock after ‘horrific’ BBL crash
There have been horrible scenes in the BBL after a collision that was too graphic for TV networks to show replays of.
Aussie’s huge $20m Powerball win
The year is off to a lucky start for one Australian who has won big in the Powerball.
‘I did one thing – now I’m 35kg down’
A woman has revealed the ‘mortifying’ truth behind her incredible 35kg weight loss transformation.
Shark gets dangerously close to swimmers
Drone footage taken off the coast of a WA beach has captured a shark lurking dangerously close to unsuspecting swimmers.
Man missing from Rio Tinto ship
A large-scale search is under way for a man who has been missing for a week from a Rio Tinto vessel travelling to Australia.
Women charged after body found in burnt car
Two women have been charged with murder after a man’s body was discovered inside a burnt-out car in the bush.
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