Grim truth as 1300 die, temps over 50C
This nation has been thrust into the global spotlight after more than 1300 people, including at least one Australian, died in extreme heat.
Incidents
Aussie’s $24k bill after horror Bali mishap
It was supposed to be the family trip of a lifetime, but a single ‘snap’ resulted in this Aussie facing an excruciating ordeal while in Bali.
Child vanishes in suspected croc attack
A child is missing in a remote part of the Northern Territory after a suspected crocodile attack on Tuesday afternoon.
Air NZ plane turns back after concerning find
An Air New Zealand flight bound for Shanghai was just 4.5 hours into its journey when crew made the decision to turn back to Auckland.
Grandma killed in horror crash pictured
A beloved grandmother who was killed in a horror bus crash alongside two others has been pictured for the first time.
Plane forced to make priority landing
A Qantas flight was forced to make a priority landing after it pilot noticed issue with the brakes.
Couple hit with $1500 fine for shock act
A couple who brought their dog into a restricted area of the Great Barrier Reef have been given an expensive reminder as to why the act is banned.
‘Sad event’: Aussie airline is officially over
An Australian airline that only launched in January 2023 is officially dead and dusted, with creditors making a final decision on its future on Tuesday.
Huge brawl on Mt Everest over photo spot
Footage shows the moment a punch-up erupted between two men on Mount Everest after they got into a petty argument.
Passengers go flying amid horror turbulence
At least 30 people were injured after a flight hit turbulence, sending passengers flying out of their seats with one man stuck in the overhead bins.
Woman falls from seat, dies on Qantas flight
A young woman has tragically died on an international Qantas flight from Melbourne to Delhi.
Sailors find mystery liquid, drink it and die
Four fisherman are dead after drinking bottles of an unknown liquid discovered at sea.
Big push for company to plead guilty
It has faced continuous scrutiny and setbacks and things are about to get a whole lot worse for the embattled company.
Hot air balloon crashes into power lines
Two people have been rescued from a hot-air balloon that struck active power lines while landing in rural NSW.
‘More tourists, no thanks’: Locals fume
A war is unfolding between locals and tourists in a popular European hotspot with protesters warning visitors “aren’t welcome”.
Major twist after mum booted off plane
The airline has hit back with a completely different story after a mum unleashed about herself and toddler being kicked off a flight.
Man charged with ‘evil twin’ Wi-Fi scam
A man has been charged after allegedly setting up fake free Wi-Fi access points at airports and on planes, and using them to steal personal data.
‘Blatantly violated’: Boeing’s big punishment
Boeing is in big trouble after it was revealed it had “blatantly violated” its rules around the Alaska Airlines jet whose door blew off in mid-air.
Young pilot killed in plane crash identified
The young pilot who died in a light plane crash on a remote station has been identified.
Woman ‘impaled’ in freak beach accident
A woman who was enjoying an afternoon at a popular beach was suddenly involved in a gruesome “impaling” accident.
Aussie adult star deported from US
The woman crowned Australia’s “best” porn star claims she was subject to “completely inhumane” conditions during an interrogation at LA Airport.
Irate passenger refused to give up seat
A passenger had a one hour standoff with flight attendants after he refused to get off a plane that he was double-booked on.
21yo’s warning after horror Greek island trip
A 21-year-old has been left with gruesome injuries while doing a popular tourist activity in Greece.
Pilot blindsided as plane bursts open
A pilot miraculously managed to land her small plane after its canopy suddenly burst open and shattered midflight.
Couple’s ‘nightmare’ after Aus beach visit
It was a surf at his favourite break towards the Gold Coast. But a single wave turned this 31-year-old’s life in to his “worst nightmare”.
Kings Guard horse launches at woman
A video has gone viral in 24 hours showing a Kings Guard horse “headbutting” a woman, causing her to fall flat on her face.
Fears ‘sex slave’ pic is missing cruiser
The family of a woman who vanished on a cruise ship fear a picture “of sex slave” is her – 27 years after she mysteriously disappeared.
CEO’s wild $49m salary amid shock claims
The families of victims killed in two fatal plane crashes yelled at the company’s CEO as he copped a massive grilling during a hearing.
Tragic pic taken ‘minutes’ before Bali disaster
An Australian family has revealed the final moments of their beloved grandfather before he died in a tragic accident while on holiday in Bali.
Every single flight at this airport cancelled
Furious passengers have had to wait hours on end, with some calling for “heads to roll” after a mass disruption at a popular airport in the UK.
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