‘Murder’: Terrifying election on our doorstep
One of Australia’s closest neighbours has a new leader with a disturbing string of allegations in his wake. But for millions of voters, he’s just a “cuddly grandpa”.
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‘Total anarchy’ on Australia’s doorstep
Two weeks after shocking riots that killed 16 people, there are fears a country on our doorstep is in “serious trouble” and could be “f**ked” if something “does not change”.
Green MP’s alleged $10k shoplifting spree
A Green MP, who resigned last month, has been charged with stealing nearly 10,000 of goods from two high-end clothing stores.
Tragedy as 10yo drowns on family holiday
A young Australian girl has died after she fell into a creek while on holiday with her family in New Zealand.
Mayor’s brutal two word reply to cooker
A local mayor has seen a surge of support after a savage response to a persistent conspiracy theorist who had been directing threats towards council staff for years.
Greens MP resigns over shoplifting scandal
A Greens MP and justice spokesperson has resigned following allegations she shoplifted three items from high-end clothing stores.
‘Lawless’: Nightmare as nation hit by chaos
One of Australia’s closest neighbours is being struck by worrying scenes, as the government calls in the military in response to 16 deaths this week.
15 deaths, looting as PNG erupts in chaos
Papua New Guinea’s capital Port Moresby has been rocked by riots, with at least 15 deaths reported along with mass looting.
Major new plan for Epstein’s sex island
The island and its dark history was bought for $88 million last May.
Renowned Aussie political activist Pilger dies
Famed left-wing political activist John Pilger has died aged 84 after a long career as a radical journalist.
New Zealand’s major AUKUS update
Kiwis could soon be signing on to Australia’s major security pact with the US and the UK, despite the nation being firmly against nuclear.
‘Cannot be ignorant’: Warning on PNG deals
Papua New Guinean Prime Minister James Marape has cautioned economic investment in his country is “more powerful” than measures to enhance security.
‘Racist country’: Kiwis rage
A Māori woman joined thousands ripping into New Zealand’s new conservative government for its ‘racist’ and ‘anti-Māori’ policies.
Dad dies suddenly while walking on beach
A young dad was walking along a beach with his daughter when he suffered a medical episode and fell face first, suffocating to death.
Major earthquake rocks Pacific
A 7.3-magnitude earthquake has rocked the Pacific, sparking concerns for some of Australia’s closest neighbours.
Leader’s dire warning to Albo on China
Pacific Island leaders have urged Australia to do more to ensure that China cannot expand its influence in the region — with severe military concequences for failure.
High Court exposes Aussie ‘warehouse’ issue
A legal expert has explained how a court decision that overturned a precedent in Australia’s immigration detention scheme exposed a major issue in the treatment of refugees.
Aussies caught up in wild Bali brawl
Aussies’ end of year celebrations in Bali have been marred by multiple violent brawls erupting on the streets during a night out.
‘Disruptive’: Why schools are banning Crocs
Schools have been forced to put their foot down on Crocs after a series of “disruptive” playground incidents caused by the controversial footwear.
Big hint on next move for freed crims
A High Court judgment that found the government’s immigration detention scheme was unlawful has also shed light on how dozens of released criminals could be re-detained.
NZ’s shock backflip on smoking ban
New Zealand has scrapped the world’s first total smoking ban, which would have stopped anyone born after 2008 from legally buying cigarettes.
Nation to bring banned drug back to shelves
A popular medication will again be sold over-the-counter in New Zealand, reversing a ban as part of “long overdue” health reforms.
Lovers allegedly plotted to kill rival twice
A court is set to hear allegations of hit men, axe attacks, pillow suffocation and tangled ex-lovers in wild alleged murder plot.
Powerful earthquake rocks Philippines
The strong tremor lasted several seconds, cracking walls and caving in the roof of a shopping centre.
Fiancee devastated as partner dies overseas
She shares the heartbreaking reason why her husband-to-be was working overseas while they planned their wedding for his return home.
China question plaguing historic Aussie deal
The signing of a historic security and climate deal has come with considerable questions about China.
Albo offers whole country home in Aus
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to offer thousands of Pacific Islanders the chance to live in Australia as climate change threatens their home.
Clock ticking for Albo on key issue
The Prime Minister has remained coy despite staring down a new deadline to announce a more ambitious approach to one thing.
Major move in NZ volcano disaster
The New Zealand firm which managed a volcanic island which erupted killing 22 people in 2019 has been found guilty of failing to adequately protect visitors.
Murdered backpacker ‘annihilated’: Mum
Murdered British backpacker Grace Millane’s mum has opened up about her daughter’s brutal death and the tragic series of events that followed.
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