First driver fined under new $2500 rule
A driver has been fined for the first time after a new rule was introduced following the tragic death of a teenager.
On The Road
Driver ‘traumatised’ as child critical: court
The driver accused of causing a horror crash which has left a toddler fighting for life in hospital was allegedly on bail for a “similar” crash two months ago, a court has been told.
City with worst Uber passengers revealed
With the festive season rapidly approaching, Uber has announced the best and worst-rated spots across Australia, with one surprising city landing in last place.
Cops’ bizarre Putin find in car door
An item printed with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s face has been found in the door cavities of a car during a police search.
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Wild alleged hammer attack in carpark
A Sydney driver has been left shaken after he was allegedly attacked by a man with a hammer on his way to work.
Drunk’s wild act on Harbour Bridge
Wild details about a man’s drunken e-bike ride across Sydney’s most iconic landmark have been revealed in court.
Motorway in chaos after shock car crash
A major motorway has been thrown into chaos after a car lost control on an overpass and slammed into the road.
‘Every bit helps’: Parking meter act stuns
A criminal act on parking meters that was committed by fed-up motorists has sparked a debate online.
Plan to scrap annoying act drivers hate
Councils in one state have been told to fix up their unfair parking ticket systems or risk it being done for them.
Petrol, diesel car sales slip against EVs
The percentage of petrol and diesel cars sold in Australia is on a steady downward trajectory as the eco-conscious alternatives get more popular.
SUV flipped in horror three-car crash
An SUV has been flipped onto its roof and a driver has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a three-car collision.
Warning after Ferrari, Porsche street race
A Ferrari and Porsche have allegedly hit “astounding” speeds in a reckless street race, as police warn a fancy car “doesn’t excuse you from traffic laws”.
Truckie ran red light before fatal crash: cops
Police allege a truck driver ran a red light in the moments before a woman was killed and her passenger seriously injured in a horror collision.
Girl, 3, seriously injured in train crash
A three-year-old girl has been rushed to hospital after a road train and two cars collided on a major highway.
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