Car explodes in suspected arson attack
Shocking footage has emerged of a stolen car going up in flames on an inner-city street.
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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.
‘40 years plus’: Big call on O’Keefe’s future
Embattled media personality Andrew O’Keefe can “100 per cent be back on TV”, according to one showbiz whiz – but he has to do this one thing first.
Key thing cash-strapped Aussies ditching
As mounting cost of living pressures put more strain on budgets, cash-strapped Aussies are cutting back on little luxuries just to save a bit more.
Major update after Virgin crew attacked
The Fiji government has issued a major update about an alleged incident involving Virgin Australia crew members being attacked on a night out.
Why Aussie house prices have dropped
National house prices have dropped for the first time in two years, with one state leading the downward pressure.
Legendary Australian country musician dies
An iconic Australian country singer and comedian, known for his wit and larrikin personality, has died aged 91 – more than 70 years after his music debut.
Aussie dollar falls to Covid low
The Australian dollar has fallen to a near-five-year low that is the worst seen since Covid.
New rules loom after horror road toll
The safety of newly licensed motorcycle riders will be in the spotlight of proposed changes after another horror year on one state’s roads.
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.
‘Tax’: New Aussie car rules under fire
Carmakers need to meet higher standards after new rules came into force on New Year’s Day, with one senior MP slamming the changes as a ‘new tax’.
13yo arrested in violent bus brawl
Nearly 20 people have been arrested after a shocking, violent fight broke out on a bus, resulting in three people being rushed to hospital.
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