‘Essential step’: Australia’s big call for Palestine
Australia has joined 15 other nations including France and Canada calling for a two-state solution in Palestine.
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Ex-AFL umpire Troy Pannell sentenced to jail
Disgraced former AFL umpire Troy Pannell has learnt his fate after dodging a court case related to an alleged $8.7 million fraud.
Just ‘scratching the surface’: Disability workers underpaid $68m
After receiving 2500 tip-offs, the Fair Work Ombudsman has launched a major investigation into underpayment in the disability services sector.
Aussie kids under 16yo banned from having YouTube account
Following advice from Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, the Albanese Government has opted to add the video platform to its social media age ban after it was deemed harmful to children.
‘Beyond comprehension’: PM blasts Israel over Gaza starvation denial
Anthony Albanese has slammed Israel’s claim that there is “no starvation” in Gaza, echoing similar remarks made by US President Donald Trump.
Aussie medicinal cannabis laws to face more changes
To ensure patient safety, Australia is set to undergo a review of medicinal cannabis laws. This is what patients are allowed and why changes are being flagged.
Brisbane couple’s business folds after Meta AI ban
Meta’s AI destroyed a Brisbane family’s $100,000 business over their child’s innocent pyjama photo, sparking their decision to join an international legal battle.
‘Fruit will be a treat’: UN chief’s dire warning to Australia
The UN’s climate chief has warned of plummeting living standards and soaring grocery prices if the Albanese government does not lift its clean-energy ambitions.
‘Trying to make sense’: Canberra stunned by new Trump threat
Canberra says it’s seeking clarity after US President Donald Trump floated the idea of doubling baseline tariffs on all nations up to 20 per cent.
Named: PBS drugs set to be cut to $25
Labor will slash the prices of common medicines despite US tariff threats, with millions of Australians to benefit. See the list.
How Liberal Party is courting controversy with Sam Groth
Former tennis star Sam Groth’s relationship with his now wife has come under scrutiny, with Liberal colleagues concerned that it began when she was only 17.
Speculation mounts over Australia hosting Tomorrowland
Aussie music fans are in a frenzy at the possibility of one of the world’s most famous festivals, Tomorrowland which attracts 400,000 revellers, making its local debut. This is what we know.
D-Day on YouTube age limit decision looms
Labor is expected to imminently announce if YouTube will be captured by the social media age ban.
WATCH: Aussie rushed to hospital after horror fall in Bali
Chilling footage shows the harrowing moments after an Australian man fell from a balcony in Bali’s nightclub district, suffering serious spinal injuries. See the video.
Alleged drug kingpin busted in AFP plot
A notorious international gangster who allegedly attempted to flood Australia with hundreds of kilos of ice and cocaine has been brought down in a dramatic covert operation.
WATCH: 3D view of how deadly Bali ambush took place
New details can be revealed about how the Aussie suspects in Bali’s deadly shooting almost ran into their targets beforehand, and where everyone was during the ambush. SEE THE VIDEO.
Stunning sisters at centre of terrifying Bali shooting
Jazmyn and Daniella Gourdeas were stunned when three alleged Australian assassins broke into their luxury Balinese villa and started shooting at their partners. This is what we know.
Google’s new Aussie legal threat over YouTube
Google is threatening to sue the Australian Government if YouTube is included in the social media ban for children aged 16 and below.
Trial for accused killers of Aussie brothers takes new turn
The trial over the murders of Australian siblings Callum and Jake Robinson has been delayed again, after lawyers for the accused asked for more time to work on potential plea deals.
New twist in Lawyer X saga
There is a major update in the Lawyer X scandal after a judge threw out Nicola Gobbo’s $1 million claim for compensation.
‘Never take it for granted’: Albo’s key message
Anthony Albanese opened parliament this week with a powerful message for his party as Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faced an early stern political test.
Supercars star revs PM’s Spelling Bee
Racing legend Mark ‘Frosty’ Winterbottom spells out the secret to his success as the father of three encourages Aussie kids to turbo charge their literacy skills in the PM’s Spelling Bee.
Shock new Bali shooting detail puts underworld figure in hiding
As the investigation into Zivan Radmanovic’s Bali murder continues, underworld figure Sanar Ghanim’s final move to survive the “hit” can be revealed as another person was there. SEE THE VIDEO.
New CCTV of private school kid turned alleged Bali hitman
Darcy Jenson is the alleged Sydney murder fixer hired to hunt a Melbourne underworld figure in Bali. New CCTV shows how police linked him to the attack. SEE THE VIDEO.
Web of intrigue: Who’s connected to who in the Bali shooting
These are the people caught up in the Bali shooting investigation and their connections back home in Australia. SEE THE LIST.
Life of a serial sleaze before he died after a drink at the bar
Details have been revealed of a chief suspect in an Australian woman’s murder who would often carouse at the sex district meeting people half his age, until one fateful night.
Australia, UK sign 50-year AUKUS submarine deal
Australia and the UK have signed a new 50-year military pact involving nuclear-powered submarines, which is set to deliver one of the biggest leaps in Australia’s military capability.
Suspected rapist’s final moments boozing at pole dancing club with lover
A pole dancer has unveiled more details about a chief suspect in an Australian woman’s murder, revealing his movements in a red light district with his lover before he died. SEE THE VIDEO.
Trump claims victory in Australia’s beef ban backflip
Donald Trump has declared Australia’s beef ban reversal a triumph of his trade agenda, boasting that the deal proves the US has the ‘best’ beef in the world.
‘Bullet holes in my breast’: Aussies’ botched plastic surgery hell
Sera and Kayla were promised their dream bodies before undergoing cosmetic surgeries. But it became a real-life nightmare that costs them thousands. See what happened and expert advice.
Wedding guests hurt in mini bus crash
Six wedding guests have been injured after a mini bus rolled down an embankment in the Hunter Valley.
Renewed hope for Aussie rate cut
Mortgage holders hoping for a rate cut in August have received a welcome boost after inflation fell to its lowest level in 3 and a half years.
Revealed: Why Taser cop avoided jail
The sentence of an ex-cop who will avoid jail for fatally tasering an elderly woman in a nursing home is “lenient”, but not “inadequate”, a court has found.
State’s teachers to walk out over pay
About a third of one state’s teachers will down tools and strike over a pay dispute on August 6, with schools to operate at a limited capacity.
Man killed in horror fire above pizza shop
A man has died after being pulled from a fierce blaze that broke out above a popular eatery in Sydney’s northwest.
Big Gaza question PM won’t answer
Anthony Albanese has declined to answer a key question about the Gaza war, stating his position is not about “winning a political point”.
Albo’s global plan for social media ban
Anthony Albanese will push other countries to consider implementing an under-16 social media ban when he heads to New York.
Aussie town rocked by earthquake
A small Aussie town has been shaken by a magnitude 4.8 earthquake, which was felt by residents hundreds of kilometres away.
‘No one was supposed to die’: Shock TV claim
The aftermath of a fatal shooting of a beloved dad has spilled out on TV — as a witness comes forward with a big claim.
WFH revelation that will enrage workers
The shocking sum some Aussies are having to cough up because of return to office mandates has finally been revealed.
Revealed: Why Taser cop avoided jail
The sentence of an ex-cop who will avoid jail for fatally tasering an elderly woman in a nursing home is “lenient”, but not “inadequate”, a court has found.
Key figure to decide August rate cut
Mortgage holders hoping for a rate cut in August have received a welcome boost after inflation fell to its lowest level in 3 and a half years.
‘I beg you darling please’ is a lyric from which Eric Clapton song?
The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.
Farmers bite back at doomsday prediction on fruits of their labour
Farmers have accused the United Nations of fearmongering after claims Australians might only eat fresh produce once a year without climate reform.
‘Bigger, more frequent’ hail for Aus cities
Younger Aussies are being warned to expect bigger and more frequent hail into the future, with a new study revealing which cities are most at risk.
Human skull found near iconic river
Police are investigating after the grim discovery in bushland off a great Australian landmark.
AFL great accused of assaulting woman
Former St Kilda star Nicky Winmar has faced court over an alleged assault on a woman two weeks ago.
Bombshell lawsuit hits popular premier
A former Labor parliamentarian has launched a bombshell $2.3m lawsuit against South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, alleging a widespread conspiracy.
AFL great accused of assaulting woman
Former St Kilda star Nicky Winmar has faced court over an alleged assault on a woman two weeks ago.
Cautious investors lift ASX 200
ASX clawed back early losses to finish slightly higher on Tuesday, as patient traders wait for key economic data to be released on Wednesday.
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