How these companies conned Aussies in $1b share market scam
A former company CEO on the NSW Central Coast and an SA businessman reveal how they — like many other Aussies — were duped by a global fraud syndicate’s investment scam.
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How Bali’s ‘Naughty Tourist’ cops are targeting foreigners
The Naughty Tourist patrol is on a laser-focused mission to reign in visitors doing all the wrong things in the island paradise of Bali. See the exclusive video.
Vapes on Snapchat: Black market crims’ evil tactics
A blanket ban on all non-prescription vapes is not as simple as it sounds and could push black market sales further underground. Here’s why.
Aussie court giving drug addicts a break
A drugs court operating in every State and Territory for non-violent offenders is giving drug addicts a new lease on life. See how it works.
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‘Shrapnel and faeces’: Shock of Bali bombing victims
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‘Locked in toilet in tears’: Bali bombing doc’s pain
Two decades on from a terrorist bombing that shocked the world, burns specialist Professor Fiona Wood still struggles to “talk about Bali”.
Bali bombing survivor’s ‘rollercoaster’ transformation
Peter Hughes, who cut a defining image of the courage and tragedy of those caught in the Bali bombings, became a conduit for people who did not come home. Watch the video.
Female hoons taking part in ‘concerning’ TikTok trend
Footage from Melbourne hoon meet-ups shows a growing number of women drivers trying to “outdo” the men with dangerous stunts.
‘Under 24hr care’: Paedo Rolf Harris’ shock cancer battle
Convicted paedophile Rolf Harris’s health has deteriorated, leaving the Australian entertainer barely able to speak. See how his life has taken a downward turn.
‘One of the sexiest girls I’ve ever seen’: Sick social media trend
Parents are being warned about what vile predators are doing with their kid’s innocent social media photos – and how the government can’t do anything about it.
Australian judge a suspected mafia mole
An Australian judge has been identified as a suspected mafia mole, with their alleged links uncovered during an investigation into the ‘Ndrangheta’s reach.
Dope, Fasta Pasta and the Samoan enforcer: How SA drug empire crumbled
It started with crates of cannabis mailed across the country to a Fasta Pasta – but this homegrown drug ring’s rapid expansion soon disintegrated into infighting.
‘Watching me’: Aussie music star’s real-life stalker terror
A quick walk home after a gig became a stalking nightmare for rising Aussie music star Mia Wray, who reveals how it changed her life. Warning: Graphic
‘Urgent’: Tassie car theft and sex crime spike exposed
Car theft and sex assault cases have dramatically increased in Tasmania, with experts warning it won’t stop without “urgent attention”.
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