Bombshell after woman found dead in street
Police are appealing for two brothers to hand themselves in after allegedly gunning down a Queensland woman in the street before fleeing interstate.
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Major twist 27 years after woman killed
A man accused of murdering a 25-year-old Queensland woman nearly 30 years ago has been arrested in NSW while allegedly using a false identity.
Grim truth behind $3000 per day job
Mass resignations are set to hit a profession already suffering critical shortages, with one state offering over $3000 per day and still unable to fill roles.
How rogue cabbies ripping off Aussies
Some rogue cab drivers are getting away with fraudulent transactions, using a simple trick to get more money out of everyday Aussies.
Demon gifted huge Aus Open boost
After Australia’s disappointing early elimination from the United Cup, Alex de Minaur woke to some good news on Friday.
Qantas running late behind global rivals
Airline punctuality rankings for 2024 show Qantas is falling behind the other global national carriers.
‘Clear the deck’: Wild call on Australia Day
Controversy continues to dog the contested date of Australia Day, and two Aussie historians say there’s only one real solution.
Man’s alleged ‘indecent’ bus act
Police have released photos of a person they wish to speak to as part of an investigation after a man allegedly exposed himself next to a woman on a bus.
Surfer missing after shark attack named
A surfer who’s feared dead following a shark attack overnight has been identified, as new details of the last moments he was seen alive emerge.
Tatted fan’s rogue message to Robbie
A Robbie Williams superfan has raised eyebrows with a personal message to the British star delivered on national television.
Car explodes in suspected arson attack
Shocking footage has emerged of a stolen car going up in flames on an inner-city street.
New trial to tackle dire issue
A new trial is underway as part of a push to address key issues disproportionately affecting Indigenous Australians.
Mum’s plea after 3yo son nearly drowns
A mum has recalled the horror moment she found her toddler face down in water as part of a desperate plea amid grim drowning figures.
‘WTF’: Robbie rips into ABC ‘twits’ over NY
Robbie Williams has taken a cheeky swipe at the backlash over his New Year’s Eve performance during his packed-out gig at Melbourne’s Federation Square.
New development in balcony fall death
Police have taken another step in their investigation into the death of a woman who fell seven storeys from a balcony, which is being treated as suspicious.
Child found dead after caravan fire
Police have launched an investigation after a child was found dead inside a caravan that caught fire.
Dramatic moment alleged car thieves tackled
Wild footage has captured the moment a group of teens were cornered after allegedly stealing a luxury car – one being tackled to the ground.
Huge shift in Aussie workforce
The oldest members of Generation Alpha are about to start work – and there’s one thing setting them apart from other Aussies.
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.
ASX surges back to form in 2025
The ASX 200 had a strong opening trading day for 2025, led by growth in the energy, materials and property sectors.
Twist after fire exposed alleged drug plot
Police have levelled a wild new claim in court after two men were allegedly found fleeing a bushfire with trucks full of cannabis on Christmas Eve.
Man dies after being fired at by three cops
New details have emerged revealing a man was fired upon by three cops outside a hospital after claims he pointed a weapon at officers.
Teen charged over alleged hotel ambush
An elderly woman is recovering from injuries after three armed teens allegedly forced their way into her hotel room in regional NSW.
Major flood warning as dam set to spill
Residents have been warned to stay alert as flood levels rise across one Aussie state, forcing authorities to release water from two major dams.
Petrol boss hits back on price claims
Following calls for a fuel price inquiry, the petroleum marketers’ boss has explained why Aussies are getting slugged at the bowser.
Woman allegedly attacked with sword
A man has been arrested after a woman was allegedly attacked with a samurai sword during a frightening carjacking attempt.
NZ officer killed in ‘senseless’ car attack
A respected New Zealand policewoman has been identified as the first female officer killed in the county’s history, after she and a colleague were allegedly deliberately run down.
Australia records second hottest year ever
2024 was Australia’s second hottest year, beaten only by 2019, the beginning of the horror Black Summer bushfire season, new figures reveal.
Twist after fire exposed alleged drug plot
Police have levelled a wild new claim in court after two men were allegedly found fleeing a bushfire with trucks full of cannabis on Christmas Eve.
Family’s nightmare after 28-hour fire
A family estimates they lost products worth hundreds of thousands of dollars when a fierce blaze destroyed their business on New Year’s Eve.
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