Mum admits to killing 7yo son decades ago
Police are investigating after a mum admitted to ending the life of her terminally ill son to stop his suffering, saying “it was the right thing to do”.
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Beloved dad, footy gun determined to walk again
A beloved family man and footy player is determined to walk again after a freak bicycle accident while camping left him with no feeling below his neck.
Millions warned about deadly disease
Health authorities have issued a warning for a deadly disease after an infectious traveller visited multiple locations.
Charity forced to pull beds for homeless
People experiencing homelessness in one of the coldest parts of the country have been left with even fewer options.
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Popular fruit’s remarkable health ‘benefit’
A common item sold at supermarkets everywhere could help combat an awful disease that affects 400,000 Australians every year.
Author reclaims her sexuality in the wake of devastating disease
An author diagnosed with the debilitating illness when she was 13 years old reveals how erotic novels helped her get through the chronic pain.
Melbourne woman’s vaping horror: ‘Couldn’t breathe, ambos called’
Melbourne hospitality worker Aderline, 24, is one of the faces of Australia’s vaping crisis. Watch video. Warning: Graphic
How Aussie doctors will help teens break vaping addiction
New measures are being put into place to help treat addicted teenagers impacted by a government crackdown on vaping.
Virus ‘more contagious than Covid’ to hit Aus
Aussies are being warned of an impending epidemic, with an expert suggesting an outbreak of a highly-contagious infection as early as this summer.
Food we waste money on according to Jamie Oliver
News.com.au got an exclusive with the one and only jamie Oliver
Tragic end in search for missing swimmer
The search for a missing 22-year-old swimmer has tragically been suspended, after the woman was seen to be having “difficulty in strong currents”.
One thing to eat to stave off hayfever
This time of year is a nightmare for 20 per cent of Aussies but there is a natural way to fight off coughs and sneezes.
If you do these 5 things, you’re a narcissist
An Australian psychologist has revealed the five chilling behaviours of a real life narcissist – and explained why they could be dangerous.
Warning as Aussies face Covid Christmas
Covid cases are on the rise again, with experts declaring an eighth wave is ahead and Australians warned to remain vigilant as new variants circulate.
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