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.
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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.
Lloyd Williams reveals retirement of grand Cups warrior
A grand campaigner who raced in two Melbourne Cups for Lloyd Williams has run his last race, the high profile owner has confirmed.
Hemlock Stone storms home in Perth Cup boilover
Hemlock Stone has caused a major boilover to win the Group 2 Perth Cup at Ascot on New Year’s Day.
‘Not again’: Inexcusable blunder proves costly
A BBL record ninth-wicket partnership wasn’t enough to save the Strikers from a fourth loss, and they only have themselves to blame.
Tempers flare as Mankad drama rocks BBL NYE clash
There were fireworks on and off the field as the Scorchers spoiled the Strikers’ New Year’s Eve party at Adelaide Oval, with tempers flaring following a Mankad controversy.
Twist after ‘200kg of coke found in hotel’
Police are probing whether a rural airstrip is connected with the alleged seizure of 200 bricks of cocaine, night vision goggles and an airband radio inside a CBD hotel.
Sam Kerr breaks silence after tragic incident
The Matildas superstar is by her family’s side after her grandmother Coral Kerr was struck by a car in Perth’s southeast.
Teen’s alleged horror attack on cop
A police officer was allegedly attacked by a teenager while surrounded by a large group of youths outside a major stadium.
‘Act immediately’: Fires threaten new front
Residents have been told they are in danger and must act immediately to survive as fires are raging at opposite ends of the country.
Tennis rocked by ‘extraordinary’ incident
The opening day of the 2025 tennis season has begun in brutal scenes in Australia with two players left in distress.
‘Worst we’ve seen’: Sam Kerr’s horrid news
Sam Kerr’s grandmother Coral Kerr was left in a critical condition on Friday after being struck by a car metres from her home in Perth’s southeast.
‘Husband screaming’: Mum’s New York horror
An Australian mum has spoken for the first time after she and her son were hospitalised when a taxi mounted the kerb and hit tourists in Manhattan.
Insane footage of Boxing Day stampede
Shocking footage shows hundreds of Aussie teenagers form a stampede after a Perth streetwear brand encouraged fans to ‘rob’ their store.
Man charged with lighting Xmas Day fire
A man has been charged with lighting multiple fires in a nature reserve on Christmas Day.
Johnson haul in vain as Heat fall to Scorchers in Perth again
A Spencer Johnson four-for wasn’t enough to get the Heat across the line as the Brisbane team fell in Perth for the sixth time in a row – thanks in part to two stunning run-outs.
Xmas party DJ arrested for turning up music
Two ‘out of control’ Christmas parties with hundreds of attendees were shut down by police, but one DJ allegedly ignored police and tried to keep the festivities going.
‘Shocking’: Gades great slams Marvel Stadium’s under-fire surface
Former Melbourne Renegades captain Aaron Finch has questioned how serious Marvel Stadium is about cricket and offered an alternate venue the franchise should consider making its home.
Voges slams ‘substandard’ conditions as Gades down Scorchers
The surface was slammed as “an absolute joke”, there was a catch of the year contender, the roof was hit … and the Renegades came out on top against the Scorchers. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Cricket storm erupts over ‘absolute joke’
Commentators were left astonished by a Big Bash sight, with the surface at the Melbourne ground slammed as an “absolute joke”
Heat confident of ending Perth drought
Belief is high in the Brisbane Heat camp ahead of the team’s BBL Boxing Day battle against the Perth Scorchers.
Chilling items children caught carrying
The first weekend of a state’s tough new knife laws have come into affect, with children among those caught carrying weapons including tomahawks, knives and hammers.
‘Dream come true’: Young gun smashes ton as new BBL star is born
Mitch Owen launched a stunning power-hitting blitzkrieg to steer Hobart to a bounce back win over Perth, later revealing he had “dreamt of this” moment. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS
Moment dentist drugged date before rape
Footage shows the moment a dentist drugged a woman before he was jailed for raping six victims he met on dating apps.
Update for British rapper on rape charges
A British rapper and YouTuber facing rape allegations in Australia will admit to a separate offence committed while on bail, a court has been told.
Is this Australia’s cheapest home?
It’s been labelled “uninhabitable” by a local council, but this rural Aussie property has been snapped up in what might be called the country’s cheapest ever property sale.
Roar coach under pressure
Should Brisbane lose on Saturday to fellow strugglers Perth, it could prove disastrous for Roar coach Ruben Zadkovich.
Anti-nuclear protestors storm CBD
Wild scenes have erupted in one Aussie city’s CBD as protestors stormed the area during an inquiry into nuclear energy – with one protest leader calling it a “front” for the “fossil fuel industry”.
Deadly find in shopping centre restaurant
Wild footage has captured the moment a lucky snake catcher pulled one of the country’s deadliest snakes from a shopping centre restaurant.
29yo Perth man at centre of Trump success
A 29-year-old Perth man has been revealed as one of Donald Trump’s “advancers” and key member of the President-elect’s inner circle.
Family breaks silence after teen killed
The 14-year-old, from Perth, was walking home when he was allegedly attacked by another student.
Where Socceroos will play Japan revealed
A venue has been chosen for what looms as a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier for the Socceroos against Japan.
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