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Queensland youth crime victims say 'long way to go' despite fall

Queensland victim numbers fell about 4 per cent in 2025, but victims say youth crime remains a problem and the minister admits there is a long way to go.

Brisbane

Helen Haines left with life-altering injuries after car attack

Federal MP Helen Haines suffered life-altering injuries after being rammed by a car outside her electorate office, and three Gold Coast officers were hurt.

Ipswich

Manchester City hosts Ipswich Town in Premier League round seven

Manchester City faces Ipswich Town in a Premier League Round 7 match, with live coverage expected to include updates on goals and key moments throughout the…

Sydney

Scone light plane crash on Everest Drive leaves two dead

A light plane has crashed on Everest Drive in Scone, in the Upper Hunter Valley, and two people have died, according to 7NEWS reporting.

Brisbane

Trump press secretary fired; Chermside man mauled by two dogs

Donald Trump's new press secretary was dismissed within days, and a man is stable after a dog attack at a Chermside park with one dog still at large.

Sydney

Sydney hospital patient set alight; social media duty of care bill introduced

A patient is in intensive care after being set alight in a Sydney hospital, while the government introduced its Digital Duty of Care Bill to parliament.

National

Queensland pineapple growers warn import plan could wipe out $80m industry

Queensland pineapple farmers say their $80 million industry could be ruined if the Federal Government lets India and Indonesia export fresh fruit here.

Brisbane

Rajwinder Singh appeals conviction for Toyah Cordingley murder

Rajwinder Singh, convicted in the murder of Toyah Cordingley, is appealing his conviction. Also: Child abuse suspect Griffith to be transferred to Sydney.

Alice Springs

Freak storm cell damages homes and cars in Alice Springs

A freak storm cell tore through Alice Springs, flinging sheds, collapsing roofs and crushing cars, leaving thousands without power and facing a big clean-up.

National

Man hands himself in after woman's body found in Carlton unit

A 31-year-old man has surrendered to police after a young woman's body was found in a Carlton apartment, while MPs urge the PM to back local data centres.

Newcastle

Newcastle driver hit with 8 more charges; Pope recovering

A teenager accused of driving into Knights fans in Newcastle faces eight more charges, while Pope Leo recovers in hospital after lung surgery.

National

IMF forecasts Australia among developed world's worst inflation

A new IMF report puts Australia on track for one of the highest inflation rates in the developed world, as Josh Frydenberg weighs a political comeback.

National

Albanese rejects midterm slump talk, says Labor will stay focused

Anthony Albanese denies Labor is in a midterm slump, attacks the Coalition's shift to the right and confirms he will attend the COP climate summit in Turkey.

National

Boyfriend hands himself in after woman, 21, found dead in Carlton

A 21-year-old woman's boyfriend has surrendered to police after her body was found in a Carlton apartment, as a Victorian minor party pushes tougher…

National

Australia's jobless rate tipped for biggest rise in developed world

Australia's fragile economy faces a fresh jolt, with unemployment forecast to climb faster than in any other developed economy.

Sydney

Total fire ban for Greater Sydney as heatwave grips NSW

A severe heatwave is hitting New South Wales, with Sydney facing a total fire ban and temperatures nearing 35°C.

Gold Coast

Gold Coast gym owner removes tree snake that entered boxing gym

Watch how a quick-thinking Gold Coast gym owner reacted when a snake slithered into his fitness centre, surprising customers and staff alike.

National

Teen charged with Mt Druitt murder; engineer freed from Iraq

A 13-year-old faces murder charges after a fatal incident in Mount Druitt, while Australian engineer Robert Pether has been released from an Iraqi prison…

National

Commentator says 'racism card' shuts down migration debate

News24 contributor Karalee Katsambanis says Australians are gaslit over migration as ABS data shows the nation is 130,000 homes behind its housing plan.

National

Councils warn they may stop accepting credit cards over surcharge changes

Local councils say recent changes to card surcharge rules could force them to stop accepting credit card payments, raising questions for ratepayers.

Sydney

Man arrested after alleged stolen car hits pedestrian in Sydney CBD

A man has been arrested after an allegedly stolen car struck a pedestrian and a police vehicle in Sydney's CBD. Here is what is known so far.

National

Labor ministers split over ATO credit card payment ban

Senior Labor ministers are divided over an ATO ban on credit card tax payments that could affect 250,000 small businesses, piling pressure on the government.

Sydney

Snowtown killer James Vlassakis leaves Adelaide pre-release centre

Snowtown killer James Vlassakis was seen leaving an Adelaide pre-release facility weeks after parole was granted, as Sydney readies rifle-carrying police.

National

Shoppers warned over pesticide residues on fresh Australian produce

Australian shoppers are being warned about potentially harmful pesticide residues on supermarket fruit and vegetables.

National

Frydenberg says anti-Semitism rising in Australia since 7 October

On the third anniversary of the 7 October attacks, ex-treasurer Josh Frydenberg told 4BC Brisbane that anti-Semitism in Australia has surged and leadership…

National

Australian Army soldier dies after vehicle rollover at Mount Bundy, NT

An Australian Army soldier has died and five colleagues were injured when a vehicle rolled during a training exercise at Mount Bundy, south-east of Darwin.

National

Coalition unveils deepest migration cuts in Australia's history

Angus Taylor's Coalition plan would slash net overseas migration to 100,000, scrap the graduate visa and cut bridging visas from 414,000 to 20,000.

Sydney

Sydney's historic K Set trains make final journey

Sydney has farewelled the K Set trains, part of the city's silver rail fleet for more than four decades, as the carriages completed their last passenger run.

Sydney

Ten hurt as car hits crowd at Newcastle Knights send-off in Wallsend

A car ploughed into fans farewelling the Newcastle Knights on Saturday, injuring ten people, two critically, at a Wallsend roundabout.

National

Police to bikers: don't chase your mates, ride your own pace

Queensland Police are reminding motorcyclists that keeping up with faster riders in a group is one of the biggest risks on the road, urging everyone to ride…

National

Co-pilot arrested after stabbing captain on Dubai to Tel Aviv flight

An Omani co-pilot allegedly stabbed his captain and tried to crash a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight before passengers forced it down; plus a WA siege and Victorian…

National

Pilot stabbed by colleague in cockpit on Dubai to Tel Aviv flight

A pilot was stabbed by a colleague on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight as passengers were praised for their response, while Australian businesses lost the right to…

National

Inflation jump fuels fears of another interest rate rise before Christmas

Fresh inflation data has household budgets bracing for another possible interest rate hike, with economists warning cost-of-living pressure is accelerating…

Sydney

Bogong moths swarm into Sydney homes, cars and offices

Millions of moths have descended on Sydney, and gardening expert Rob Palmer explains it's a Bogong moth migration blown off course by westerly winds.

National

Billions of Bogong moths migrate down Australia's east coast

A mass Bogong moth migration is sweeping Australia's east coast, with estimates near 2.2 billion insects heading for the cool of the Snowy Mountains.

Sydney

Ultimo building site scaffolding collapses for second time

Wild winds tore down scaffolding at a Sydney construction site for the second time in weeks, crushing two cars but narrowly missing pedestrians.

National

Father pays tribute to police constable Mia Lay, 20, who died on Friday

The father of 20-year-old constable Mia Lay has spoken for the first time since her death, remembering her as vibrant, athletic and full of life.

Sydney

Constable Mia Lay, 20, killed in Redfern patrol car crash in Sydney

Tributes flow for 20-year-old Constable Mia Lay after a fatal patrol crash in Redfern, as courts, parliament and finals fever dominate Friday's news.

National

Rockingham homeless camp cleared, one arrested

Police moved in at Memorial Drive, Rockingham, arresting one person after rough sleepers were given a deadline to leave a growing makeshift camp.

National

Subiaco father tearfully apologises to Bali judge over meth charges

A Subiaco father facing years in a Bali jail for methamphetamine possession broke down in court, telling the judge grief over his daughter's death drove him…

National

Redfern police officer dies in patrol car crash

A police officer has died and her partner injured after their patrol car crashed into a tree in Redfern, Sydney. Details on the incident and tributes pour in.

National

Albanese reveals AI agent breached Medicare portal

The Prime Minister has confirmed an AI agent gained unauthorised access to the Medicare portal, prompting an urgent review of government cyber defences.

National

PM Albanese blasts 'unacceptable' AI breach as Xi lands in Washington

Anthony Albanese has condemned an AI data breach as 'disappointing and unacceptable', as Donald Trump gives Xi Jinping a rare tarmac welcome in Washington DC.

Sydney

Sydney Airport strike sparks travel delays tonight

Hundreds of Sydney Airport workers walked off the job as their union pushes for safer, more secure conditions, leaving travellers facing delays.

Melbourne

Melbourne man arrested over alleged ISIS pledge and extremist files

Victoria's Joint Counter Terrorism Team has arrested a Melbourne man accused of backing Islamic State and sharing 10,000 files of extremist material.

National

Australia launches bid for UN Security Council seat in 2029-30

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Australia's campaign for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (2029-2030).

National

Labor faces near-record poll dip amid rising dissatisfaction

New polls reveal a significant decline in Labor’s primary vote and widespread public dissatisfaction with the Prime Minister, raising questions about…

Sydney

Sydney bulletin: key NSW issues and breaking news, 20 September

Catch up on the latest from Sydney with 9News' full bulletin for Sunday, September 20th. Local news, emergencies, sport & politics covered.

Perth

Fatal shark attack closes Perth's Sorrento Beach

Emergency crews responded to a fatal shark attack off Sorrento Beach in Perth, with authorities closing the popular swimming spot and warning locals to stay…

Canberra

Tony Burke unveils migration overhaul to curb population growth

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has announced sweeping migration changes targeting international students and working holiday makers, alongside a revamped…

National

Albanese government to announce tighter migration rules in major speech

The Australian government announces changes to visa requirements and immigration processes, aiming for greater control and skill-based selection.

National

Burke to bar student families and visa hopping in migration crackdown

Immigration Minister Tony Burke is set to reveal migration reforms blocking international students from bringing family to Australia, as net migration targets…

Sydney

Sydney driver, 27, charged over toddler's death granted bail

A 27-year-old man charged in connection with the death of a three-year-old girl was granted bail and apologised to her family outside a Sydney court.

National

Hanson 'primitive race' remark on Indigenous Australians sparks backlash

Pauline Hanson faces cross-party condemnation after calling Indigenous Australians 'the most primitive race' on a podcast, as senators clash over the fallout.

National

ASIO warns on child radicalisation as Stefanovic in court fight

ASIO raises alarm over children being radicalised online via video games, while former Today host Karl Stefanovic fights a Supreme Court battle tied to his…

National

One Nation calls for 750,000 visa cuts in migration overhaul

Pauline Hanson's One Nation is pushing a sweeping plan to cancel 750,000 temporary visas, drawing sharp criticism from business groups over economic risks.

National

Fuel prices heading for record highs as oil nears $120 a barrel

Crude oil is closing in on $120 a barrel as the Middle East conflict drags on, with economists warning a fuel excise cut could stoke inflation further.

National

NSW opposition backs tougher penalties for young offenders

NSW opposition pledges to adopt harsher sentences for young offenders committing adult crimes, following similar moves by Queensland and Victoria.

National

Australian woman dies in Bali fall; One Nation event turns ugly

A 29-year-old Australian woman has died after plunging 80 metres at Nusa Penida, while Victorian police probe a scuffle at a One Nation campaign event.

National

AI leaders urge global pause on self-improving models

Top artificial intelligence researchers are calling on governments to mandate a worldwide slowdown after a whistleblower exposed internal fears about…

Perth

Police investigate footage of toddler steering ute through Perth suburbs

Western Australia Police are investigating after video emerged showing a young child behind the wheel of a moving ute on Perth suburban streets.

National

Report warns rising sea levels threaten hundreds of thousands of homes

A new report warns Australia's iconic coastline could expose hundreds of thousands of properties to coastal flooding risk worth hundreds of billions of dollars.

Sydney

Louis Meehan shot dead outside Punchbowl gym in Sydney gang violence

Louis Meehan was ambushed and killed outside a Punchbowl gym, becoming the third person to die in Sydney's escalating gangland conflict within nine days.

Melbourne

Two children dead after school pick-up crash in Melbourne's west

Two children have died and five others hospitalised following a horrific crash at a school pick-up zone west of Melbourne, shocking the local community.

National

Harrison AI cuts Australian jobs after $32m government grant

Harrison AI has cut dozens of Australian jobs while launching a US medical staffing arm, raising conflict-of-interest concerns among health experts.

National

RBA dismisses recession warning over tax changes as housing slows

The Reserve Bank has pushed back against recession warnings from a property developer, while acknowledging falling house prices will weigh on economic growth.

Sydney

NSW targets Sydney gang war with tough new laws

The New South Wales Government is cracking down on organised crime with tough new legislation aimed at curbing Sydney's escalating underworld conflict.

Brisbane

Queensland Premier defends Rockhampton as 2032 Olympic rowing venue

Queensland's Premier has hit back at mounting criticism of the plan to hold 2032 Olympic rowing in Rockhampton, as global officials raise safety concerns over…

National

Builder warns red tape on skilled migrants is deepening housing crisis

A major Australian builder says the housing crisis will worsen unless governments cut red tape that prevents overseas tradespeople from working here.

National

Bouris says CGT changes have killed Australia's property market

Financial guru Mark Bouris warns the federal government's capital gains tax changes have stripped confidence from Australia's biggest consumer asset class.

National

Housing affordability hits record low, realestate.com.au report finds

Despite recent property price declines, Australian home ownership remains critically unaffordable.

National

Girl, 3, dies after Victorian petting zoo visit at Balnaring

A three-year-old girl has died from a serious infection after visiting a Victorian petting zoo, prompting warnings for Australian parents about animal-borne…

National

EVs outsell every other new car type in Australia for first time

Electric vehicles claimed the top spot in Australian new car sales for August, marking a historic first as EV uptake accelerates across the country.

Melbourne

Cargo plane bursts into flames at Miami airport; man shot dead in Melbourne

A cargo aircraft caught fire after overrunning the runway at Miami International Airport, while Melbourne police hunt a gunman after a fatal shooting in the…

Sydney

Sydney housing affordability plummets to 30-year low

Sydney's housing market faces a crisis: affordability has hit its lowest point in three decades despite falling prices, leaving many prospective buyers…

Melbourne

Queensland braces for serious bushfire risk this spring

Queensland authorities are warning residents to prepare as the state faces a heightened risk of catastrophic bushfires heading into the spring season.

National

WA loses crown as Australia's most affordable state

Western Australia is no longer the most affordable state for home buyers, as surging property prices push ownership out of reach for many residents.

National

Central Coast bushfire threatens Pacific Highway amid early summer heat

Sydney and surrounds sweltered through unseasonably hot conditions as strong winds fanned a bushfire on the Central Coast, threatening to cross the Pacific…

Sydney

Australia on track for hottest spring on record; Sydney total fire ban

Meteorologists warn Australia is tracking toward its hottest spring on record, with Greater Sydney already under a total fire ban as dangerous conditions take…

Sydney

Police boost Sydney patrols after second innocent man shot dead

NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon vows zero tolerance after two bystanders killed in suspected mistaken identity shootings on Sydney streets.

National

US military footprint in Australia set to expand

Washington fast-tracks plans to strengthen its military presence across Australia following high-level defence talks between the two allies.

National

Labor axes VET course amid student visa misuse fears

Australia's Labor government has cancelled a graduate management diploma after thousands of international students used it to extend their stay without…

Sydney

Nepal tunnel survivors rescued; Sydney records first bird flu case

Two workers pulled alive from a Nepal tunnel after nine days trapped, while Sydney records its first H5N1 bird flu case in a Northern Beaches seabird.

National

NAB warns housing crisis will take a generation to fix

NAB's chief economist says Australia's housing crisis could take a generation to resolve, as builder collapses and high taxes deepen the affordability crunch.

Sydney

Sydney shooting probed as possible mistaken identity case

Police investigate a fatal Western Sydney shooting as a possible second mistaken identity killing in days, while the Deputy PM holds defence talks in…

National

SA canola farmers call out influencers trespassing in crops for photos

South Australian canola farmers are pushing back on social media after influencers and tourists repeatedly trespass on their paddocks for photo opportunities.

National

Rate rise looms as economy outgrows RBA expectations

Australia's economy grew 2.1% annually, beating forecasts but fuelling fears of another RBA rate hike as inflation, petrol prices and housing pressures mount.

National

Australia rejects China's warning over Taiwan Pacific summit invite

Australia has pushed back against China after Beijing warned Pacific nations of 'consequences' following Taiwan's invitation to a regional summit.

Sydney

Man shot dead in Sydney south-west home invasion

A man has been fatally shot during a home invasion in Sydney's south west, with police investigating the circumstances of the violent incident.

National

Gift card draining scam hits Australian supermarkets

Criminals are tampering with gift cards on Coles and Woolworths shelves before purchase, draining funds the moment shoppers activate them at checkout.

Melbourne

Melbourne CBD at standstill as March for Australia clashes erupt

Rival protesters clashed with police in Melbourne's CBD as the March for Australia rally and anti-fascist counter-protesters faced off across multiple sites.

Melbourne

Three teens charged over alleged crime spree in Melbourne's east

Three teenage boys have been charged after police allege they targeted homes across Melbourne's eastern suburbs in a coordinated crime spree.

National

Australia's housing market stalls despite falling prices

Industry experts warn buyer confidence has collapsed across Australia's property market, with tax changes and economic uncertainty keeping both buyers and…

National

Government promises data centre boom will not raise power bills

The federal government has pledged household energy bills will not rise as Australia's data centre industry expands under the PM's big tech agenda.

National

Adelaide trainee pilot finds rare NBA card worth more than tuition

An 18-year-old Adelaide trainee pilot has uncovered a one-of-a-kind NBA trading card, drawing offers so large they could wipe his entire flight school debt.

Sydney

Sydney developer Bathla Group collapses with $3 billion in debt

Sydney developer Bathla Group has entered voluntary administration owing more than $3 billion, leaving thousands of home buyers uncertain about their deposits…

National

Australians missing after Nepal flash flood kills dozens

At least 30 Australians are among 350 foreign nationals missing after catastrophic flash flooding near Nepal's Tibetan border killed at least 95 people.

National

34 Australians unaccounted for after Himalayan glacier flood

At least 34 Australians, including children, are missing after a devastating glacial lake outburst flood in Nepal.

National

More than 30 Australians missing after Nepal-Tibet border floods kill 150

More than 34 Australians are among hundreds missing after devastating flash flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border killed at least 150 people.

National

Google and Amazon back nuclear power while Australia's ban holds

Tech giants are locking in nuclear power deals for data centres while Australia's decade-old ban keeps the same option off the grid — and critics say the…

Sydney

Swans scandal lawyer signals lawsuit as Hooper memorial held

Legal action looms over the Sydney Swans scandal as the lawyer for two women at its centre flags intent to sue players, while Lily Hooper is remembered at a…

Sydney

Sydney news wrap: Swans protest, Coogee shark survivor, bird flu

Sydney Swans fans rally at the SCG, shark attack survivor Leah Stewart speaks out, and bird flu reaches Australian mammals in a busy Sunday bulletin.

National

Police release new footage in Altona killing of Athan Boursinos, 21

Victorian homicide detectives have released new footage in the investigation into the shooting death of 21-year-old Athan Boursinos in Altona last July.

Sydney

Swans fans consider boycott over player sexual assault allegations

Growing anger among Sydney Swans supporters as serious sexual assault allegations surface against several players, prompting talk of a season final boycott.

Perth

Military device washes up on Perth beach, Defence Force responds

Beachgoers and traffic were stopped as the Australian Defence Force responded to a military device that washed ashore at a popular Perth beach.

National

Job hunters struggle as Australia's labour market softens

Unemployment climbed to 4.5% in July as rate rises slow hiring. Job seekers face longer waits, AI-homogenised resumes, and fewer openings.

Perth

Perth father dies in Bali after group attack, police probe launched

A Perth father has died while holidaying in Bali after being set upon by a group of strangers. Indonesian police have opened an investigation into the attack.

Perth

Perth father dies in Bali as Indonesian police probe assault

A Perth father has died in a Bali hospital following an alleged assault, with four Australians now under investigation by Indonesian police.

National

Australia summons Israeli ambassador over Zomi Frankcom killing

Canberra demands answers after Israel cleared IDF personnel of criminal wrongdoing over the Gaza strike that killed Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom.

National

Millions of Australians in line for biggest pension rise in years

More than five million Australians are set to receive the largest increase to pension payments in years, though rising living costs may offset the gains.

Sydney

Body found in search for teen bushwalker Lily Hooper south of Sydney

The search for missing teenager Lily Hooper has ended in tragedy, with her body discovered in a national park south of Sydney after eight days.

National

Australia's first 3D-printed duplex cuts home build costs and times

A pioneering construction team has printed Australia's first 3D duplex home, cutting costs and build times in a potential game-changer for housing…

Sydney

Swans players assist sex assault probe; Logan murder charges laid

Multiple Sydney Swans players are cooperating with police investigating an alleged sexual assault, while two people face murder charges after remains were…

Melbourne

Altona North man, 48, shot in suspected Melbourne gangland ambush

A Melbourne underworld identity was shot in Altona North overnight in a suspected gangland attack, as police arrested four over a Sydney home invasion and…

National

Father vows to find teen hiker as Southern Highlands search enters day six

The father of a teenage girl missing in NSW Southern Highlands has made a powerful public pledge as search teams enter a sixth day of operations.

National

Man dies after police confrontation at Clayton station

A 37-year-old man has died following a police confrontation at Clayton train station in Melbourne after officers attempted to detain him while he was armed…

National

One Nation calls for migration ban from 28 high-risk countries

One Nation wants an immediate halt to migration from 28 countries carrying do-not-travel warnings, citing terrorism concerns linked to former refugees.

National

Glaciers may have helped move Stonehenge stones, study finds

Australian researchers are contributing to new findings suggesting glaciers transported some of Stonehenge's ancient stones, reshaping how we understand the…

Sydney

ADF joins search for missing 18-year-old bushwalker near Sydney

Lily Hooper, 18, has been missing for four days near Oakdale in Sydney's south-west after leaving home on foot Wednesday morning.

National

Noise and parking top Australians' neighbour complaints, UCity study finds

New research from UCity reveals the unwritten rules Australians live by — and the neighbourly offences most likely to spark a knock on the door.

National

Bird flu kills first penguin at Phillip Island; Mangione admits shooting

A little penguin at Victoria's Phillip Island has become Australia's first confirmed bird flu fatality in the species, while Luigi Mangione has pleaded guilty…

Adelaide

Tesla launched airborne after hitting bollard in Adelaide's Rundle Mall

Dash camera footage captures a Tesla launched into the air after striking a bollard at Rundle Mall, narrowly missing pedestrians in Adelaide's busy shopping…

Melbourne

Students rally against Pauline Hanson in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Thousands of high school and university students took to the streets in three cities to protest One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, drawing mixed reactions from…

National

Coalition to unveil migration cuts plan at National Press Club

The Coalition is set to announce a bold pledge to lower Australia's migration intake at the National Press Club, reigniting debate over immigration targets.

National

Trump secretly moved between aircraft in security manoeuvre on recent trip

A covert aircraft switch for Donald Trump has sparked security debate, as Australia's major parties unveil competing migration reduction targets.

National

Albanese urged to apologise as Japan formally raises 'melons' remarks

Japan has raised PM Albanese's crude podcast 'melons' remarks through official diplomatic channels, with crossbench and opposition MPs demanding a personal…

National

Australia's economy loses its lucky streak as GDP per capita stalls

After 30 years of unbroken growth, Australia's economy has stalled. Stagnant wages, weak productivity and a housing credit trap explain the slide.

National

Drones breach RAAF Base Williamtown airspace in security scare

Multiple drones flew over Australia's premier fighter jet base near Newcastle in July, prompting staff to close blinds to shield sensitive operations from view.

Geelong

Suitcase 'remains' not human; Geelong execs face axe

A south Sydney homicide probe takes a dramatic turn after remains found in a suitcase prove non-human, while Geelong's board convenes over its concussion…

National

Coalition and One Nation push to cut international student visas

The Opposition and One Nation are pushing to cut international student and family migration numbers as the government finalises a major migration policy reset.

National

Calls grow to cap graduate visas as family numbers surge

Australia's temporary graduate visa program has ballooned to 271,000 holders, with more than 73,000 being family members — sparking fresh debate over…

National

Labor eyes gambling ad deal after explosive Senate hearing

A snap Senate inquiry into gambling advertising heard shocking testimony from a former NRL star, putting fresh pressure on Labor to tighten its reform bill.

National

TikTok sardine trend leaves supermarket shelves bare across Australia

A viral TikTok trend has sparked a sardine shortage across Australian supermarkets, with shoppers reporting empty shelves as demand surges overnight.

Sydney

Fire causes Friday night gridlock on Sydney's M5 motorway

A fire on Sydney's M5 motorway turned the Friday evening commute into a nightmare for westbound drivers, with lengthy delays stretching back kilometres.

Sydney

Sydney Airport delays, Greenacre shooting and US troops for WA

Sydney Airport faces a staffing crisis after a near-miss incident; a teen is shot twice in Greenacre; and US troops are bound for Western Australia under AUKUS.

Melbourne

Boy, 13, struck and killed by vehicle at Roxburgh Park in Melbourne

Year 7 student dies after collision on Somerton Road in Roxburgh Park. The teenager crossed an intersection with his view blocked by a bus.

Sydney

Sydney shopping centre stabbing arrest; e-bike safety rules incoming

A man is in custody after a daylight stabbing at a western Sydney shopping centre, as Canberra moves to tighten safety rules on e-bikes and mobility scooters.

Melbourne

Melbourne mayors unite after knife threat to Maribyrnong mayor

Melbourne mayors are joining forces to tackle rising street violence after Maribyrnong's mayor was threatened with a knife in a busy Footscray shopping mall.

National

Tony Burke cuts priority for skilled migrants in migration rules overhaul

Australia's migration system is set for major reform as skilled worker priority shrinks, while a new federal inquiry asks whether the nation is ready for war.

National

Tony Burke signals shift away from new skilled migrant arrivals

Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announces a new immigration direction that moves away from prioritising the intake of new skilled migrants to Australia.

Melbourne

House price downturn spreads beyond Sydney and Melbourne

Australian home values fell 0.7% in July, the sharpest monthly drop since late 2022, as the property downturn stretches from major cities into Brisbane…

National

Alan Jones, 85, faces court over 22 indecent assault charges

Former radio host Alan Jones, 85, appears in a Sydney local court to contest 22 counts of indecent assault and sexual touching without consent.

National

One Nation reclaims top spot in latest national poll

Pauline Hanson's One Nation has bounced back to become Australia's most popular party in the latest AFR/Redbridge monthly poll, reversing last month's dip.

National

High-speed police chase from South Perth ends at Scarborough Beach

A dangerous 40-minute police pursuit from South Perth to Scarborough Beach reached speeds of nearly 190km/h on the wrong side of the road before ending…

Adelaide

Knife-wielding man shot by police after attacks in Adelaide suburb

A man armed with a knife was shot by police in Salisbury Downs, SA, after randomly attacking three people and threatening others including a 9News crew.

National

Hardgrave calls for COVID honours review after Fauci admissions

Radio host Gary Hardgrave says Australian public health officials should lose their honours after US revelations showed key COVID rules lacked scientific basis.

Sydney

Three family members dead in Sydney house fire; MP charged with assault

A family including a teenage boy has died in a devastating Sydney south-west house fire, while Labor MP Luke Gosling faces assault charges over an alleged…

National

Inside the groundscraper: how QPS HQ was designed to last

Architect Dr Noel Robinson OAM explains how Brisbane's Queensland Police Service headquarters was engineered as a bomb-proof 'groundscraper' with a soaring…

National

New Victorian premier announces first bill; M5 gridlock snarls commute

Victoria's incoming Premier wasted no time, flagging his first bill on day one, while emergency M5 roadworks ground traffic to a crawl across Sydney.

National

Victorian kindergarten investigated after two children escape through fence

Authorities have launched an investigation after two young children slipped through a fence at a Victorian kindergarten and wandered more than a kilometre…

National

Allan resigns as Victorian premier before Labor spill vote

Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan has resigned, stepping down moments before a leadership spill motion was set to be put to a vote by caucus members.

National

RBA flags August rate rise as ICAC rocks opposition leader

The RBA governor warns inflation is still too high, raising fears of an August rate hike, while Angus Taylor faces explosive ICAC claims over alleged branch…

National

Property market in gridlock as confidence evaporates at auctions

Veteran auctioneer Tom Panos warns of a property market in gridlock, with zero bidder registrations signalling deep buyer hesitancy across Sydney, Melbourne…

Sydney

St Clair High School in lockdown after violent student brawl

A Sydney western suburbs high school was placed into lockdown after a violent brawl broke out between students, with the school principal also caught up in…

National

Albanese warns Labor not to take success for granted at Adelaide conference

Labor's 50th national conference in Adelaide opened with calls to fight complacency, new health student payments, and a failed push for a gas export tax.

National

Flag row erupts ahead of ALP conference as minister stumbles on Sunrise

The AMWU's push to remove the Union Jack from Australia's flag has sparked a political firestorm, with Housing Minister Clare O'Neal unable to give a clear…

National

Labor conference ends in drama over blocked Gaza genocide motion

Labor's national conference in Adelaide closed in controversy after Muslim MP Ed Husic's motion labelling Gaza a genocide was blocked by factional bosses.

National

Rate rise could push thousands of Australian homeowners to sell

An expected Reserve Bank interest rate hike could tip thousands of Australian mortgage holders over the edge as cost of living pressures intensify.

National

Qantas ultra long-range A350 lands in Australia for Project Sunrise flights

Qantas has taken delivery of its new Airbus A350 ultra long-range jet, the aircraft set to operate non-stop services from Australia to London and New York.

National

Petrol prices to jump as oil tops US$100 and excise relief ends 2 August

Australian drivers face a double fuel price spike as government excise relief expires and Brent crude surges past US$100 a barrel amid Middle East tensions.

Sydney

Fugitive bikie nabbed at Sydney Airport after 8 years on the run

NSW Raptor Squad arrests former Comanchero bikie Daniel Toutounji at Sydney Airport, ending an eight-year international manhunt.

National

One Nation polling holds steady despite Pauline Hanson overseas trip row

New polling shows One Nation holding steady with a slight rebound while PM Albanese sinks to a post-election approval low amid ongoing scrutiny of Hanson's…

National

Australian home values fall for first time in three years

New quarterly data signals a turning point for Australian property prices, with values falling for the first time in three years amid rate and affordability…

National

Australia's property market enters downturn, Domain data shows

Domain's latest data confirms Australia's property market is in a downturn, with Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra leading declines as investor and buyer…

National

Hanson proposes Trump-style mass deportations for Australia

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has flagged a Trump-inspired mass deportation plan for Australia's 77,000 illegal immigrants, unveiled at a WA leadership…

National

AusAlert nationwide test due next week as states keep own warning systems

Australia's $132m national emergency alert system faces its first public test next week, but states and territories will keep their own systems this bushfire…

Melbourne

Hanson defends White Australia Policy comments; armed driver held

Pauline Hanson stands by her White Australia Policy remarks made during an interview with convicted criminal Tommy Robinson, as Melbourne police arrest a…

National

Queensland police arrest two Christian protesters outside minister's office

Concerns are rising over differing police responses to protests in Queensland, with Christian anti-abortion activists facing arrest while pro-Palestine…

National

Pauline Hanson denies supporting White Australia policy after podcast row

One Nation's Pauline Hanson rejects claims she supports the White Australia policy, despite comments linking migration issues to its abolition in a Tommy…

National

South Australian man ferries toilet across Backstairs Passage

A South Australian boating enthusiast has gone viral after constructing a DIY barge to ferry a toilet across the treacherous Backstairs Passage to Kangaroo…

National

Police probe CCTV footage of officers taking man's car keys and laughing

An investigation has been launched following the release of CCTV showing police officers seizing a driver's keys and appearing to laugh. Details inside.

National

Australia updates Laos travel warning after teen methanol deaths

Australia has issued urgent updated travel advice for Laos following the methanol poisoning deaths of two Australian teenagers, as a distillery owner faces…

National

Albanese unveils four-point federal plan to combat Islamophobia

PM Anthony Albanese has launched a national response to Islamophobia, warning the prejudice is dangerously close to becoming normalised in Australian society.

Sydney

Laos poisoning charges expected as Sydney police raid Merrylands

Investigation findings into the Laos alcohol poisoning deaths of two young Australian women are due, as a major police operation nets three arrests in…

National

Colyton driver, 25, wrecks 10 cars; Australian soldier dies in Ukraine

A Sydney man allegedly destroyed ten parked cars in a drunken rampage, an Australian soldier died fighting in Ukraine, and a former NSW MP was convicted of…

National

ASIC warns of pump-and-dump scams costing Australians millions

Australia's financial regulator is urgently alerting investors to a sophisticated pump-and-dump stock scam that has cost dozens of Australians millions in…

National

Half of Australians want house prices to fall, poll finds

A new poll shows more than half of Australians think house prices should drop — including some existing homeowners — as budget tax changes gain unexpected…

Sydney

Sydney man shot dead in car; PM to launch national AI blueprint

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Sydney's north-west after a man was found dead inside a vehicle, as the PM prepares to unveil an AI strategy.

National

Undercover officer allegedly struck with bottle in Gordon bottle shop raid

An undercover senior constable was struck over the head with a liquor bottle during a brazen raid on a Gordon bottle shop, allegedly by a 14-year-old boy now…

National

16 million phones to receive emergency alert in nationwide test

Australia is set to blast 16 million mobile phones with an emergency alert in a fortnight, testing the national warning system ahead of disaster season.

National

Neighbour's tip leads to arrest of Sydney man over murder of man, 74

A Carlingford man has been charged with murder after a 74-year-old grandfather died in hospital, following a three-day manhunt ended by a neighbour's tip-off.

National

WA police seize hundreds of 3D-printed guns from organised crime

Western Australia Police have seized hundreds of 3D-printed firearms in the past year, warning of a growing threat from homemade weapons in organised crime…

National

NZ police veterans lured to Queensland with $20k package

Queensland Police is actively recruiting experienced New Zealand officers through its PACE program, offering a $20,000 relocation package and streamlined…

National

Queensland Protective Services officers describe varied Brisbane careers

Queensland's Protective Services Group is recruiting officers who want variety, teamwork, and a career that builds real-world confidence.

National

Central Coast woman charged with murder over death of four-year-old son

A NSW Central Coast woman has been charged with murder following the death of her four-year-old son. Police are investigating the circumstances.

National

Australia's strong economy sits alongside record-low consumer confidence

Australia's robust economy masks deep consumer distress as housing debt, interest shocks, and immigration miscalculations fuel political upheaval.

National

China test-fires ballistic missile over Pacific as Fiji ties shift

China test-fires ballistic missile in Pacific as Australia secures formal defence alliance with Fiji, reshaping regional geopolitics and strategic balance.

National

NSW issues health alert over suspected bird flu case

Authorities issue urgent warning after first suspected bird flu case in NSW. Separately, a 21-year-old faces charges in alleged mistaken-identity home invasion.

Sydney

Sydney gang wars escalate with youth recruitment surge

Sydney's organised crime networks are intensifying territorial battles over a multi-billion dollar market, with recruitment targets growing increasingly…

Townsville

Australian-first robotic shoulder surgery opens new frontier

Australia's first robotic-assisted shoulder replacement completed at Townsville hospital, marking a major advance in surgical precision and patient outcomes.

Gold Coast

Supercars accelerates digital overhaul with phase 2 platform launch

Supercars has unveiled phase 2 of its digital transformation with RAPP Australia, moving toward e-commerce and data-driven fan experiences following record…

Melbourne

Qatar Airways takes 25% stake in Virgin Australia

Qatar Airways acquires 25% of Virgin Australia and launches Doha flights, reshaping Australia's aviation market.

National

Bruce Highway named Queensland's most dangerous road after 30 deaths

RACQ survey ranks the Bruce Highway as Queensland's most despised road, with fatal crash rates triple those of the Pacific Highway and 30 deaths already…

Gladstone

Highway explosion devastates Central Queensland communities

A chemical truck explosion on the Bruce Highway leaves communities reeling from damage and a devastating five-day closure. Businesses report massive losses.

Melbourne

Newborn found with life-threatening injuries at Dandenong North home

A newborn baby discovered with critical injuries outside a Melbourne home has sparked a police investigation. A 25-year-old woman is in custody.

Alice Springs

AFTRS offers $50,544 scholarships for First Nations and disabled students

AFTRS announces $50,544 scholarships covering full tuition for First Nations and disabled filmmakers, plus nine merit-based awards across radio and film…

Gold Coast

Hundreds gather at Carrara vigil for Gold Coast girl Sophie Wang, 10

The Gold Coast community united at a vigil for Sophie Wang, 10, following her alleged killing.

Gold Coast

Ashmore schoolgirl, 15, steers bus after driver, 70, collapses

A 15-year-old Aquinas College student has been widely praised after taking control of a school bus when the driver suffered a heart attack on the Gold Coast.

National

Three killed in Greyhound coach crash near Gumlu, Whitsunday region

Three women dead after Greyhound bus collides with caravan near Gumlu. Seven in critical condition as Bruce Highway closed. Major emergency response underway.

Gold Coast

Diversity rule change shapes 38th Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race

The 38th Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race kicks off Australia's offshore season with new crew diversity rules that create competitive advantages for…

Townsville

Queensland rental vacancy rate falls to 0.9 per cent, REIQ survey finds

Queensland renters face crisis as vacancy rates hit 0.9%. REIQ data shows most areas have virtually no available properties, with only one region meeting…

Sunshine Coast

Bonza suspends all flights, stranding passengers across regional Australia

Bonza suspends all flights, stranding regional Australians. Thousands left with costly alternative arrangements as rival carriers offer free rebooking.

Brisbane

Australians mark 109 years since Gallipoli landings at Anzac Day services

Australians honored fallen soldiers at dawn services nationwide with strong youth participation, political tributes, and communities balancing remembrance…

National

30,000 told to flee Victoria's Bayindeen bushfire as fire danger peaks

30,000 Victorians ordered to evacuate as the Bayindeen bushfire threatens northwestern communities ahead of catastrophic fire conditions forecast for Wednesday.

Toowoomba

Toowoomba-area worker Kasey Leadbetter, 21, bitten by brown snake in sleep

A Queensland cattle station worker survived a rare eastern brown snake bite while sleeping.

Melbourne

Australian cities welcome 2024 with New Year's Eve fireworks

Hundreds of thousands gathered across Australian cities over the weekend to welcome 2024.

Sale

Virgin Australia cuts fares to $49 in Black Friday travel sale

Virgin Australia's Black Friday sale offers flights from $49, with 500,000 seats available for travel January-June 2024 across Australia and international…

Ipswich

Ipswich grandfather dies after three-hour ambulance wait for bed

Wayne Irving suffered cardiac arrest while waiting three hours at Ipswich Hospital. His death highlights a critical ambulance ramping crisis in Queensland.

National

Three-person aerial crew dies in crash near McKinlay, Queensland

Three aerial firefighters die in outback plane crash, exposing the dangers and essential role of air crews in Queensland's fire response.

Brisbane

Two bushfires force evacuations south-west of Brisbane

Bushfires burning 50km south-west of Brisbane trigger evacuation orders in Flagstone and near Beaudesert. Helicopter crews and ground teams battle two blazes.

Sunshine Coast

Alpaca farmer Jessica Townley, 38, dies in Bruce Highway crash

Jessica Townley, 38, died in a three-vehicle crash on Queensland's Bruce Highway.

Sunshine Coast

Jessica Townley among three killed in Bruce Highway chase crash

Alpaca farmer Jessica Townley, 38, among three killed when a high-speed pursuit ended in a head-on collision on Queensland's Bruce Highway.

Sunshine Coast

Three dead in Bruce Highway crash involving robbery suspect

Three people killed in three-car collision on Queensland's Bruce Highway near Federal on Friday. Sole survivor charged with armed robbery.

Sunshine Coast

Three killed in Bruce Highway crash near Federal after armed carjacking

A man accused of stealing a car at knifepoint survived a violent Bruce Highway collision that claimed three lives, including the couple he allegedly chased.

Sunshine Coast

Three killed in Bruce Highway crash near Federal during high-speed pursuit

Three people died in a three-vehicle Bruce Highway collision after a high-speed pursuit. A survivor faces robbery charges for the incident.

Gympie

Three dead in Bruce Highway crash after Gympie carjacking

A knifepoint carjacking in Gympie spirals into a three-vehicle crash on the Bruce Highway that claims three lives. Police investigate the connection.

Gympie

Three dead in Bruce Highway crash near Federal linked to earlier carjacking

Three people killed in a multi-vehicle collision on Queensland's Bruce Highway after a high-speed chase involving a vehicle allegedly stolen at knifepoint…

Toowoomba

Audit slams $223m Wellcamp quarantine facility for secrecy and waste

Auditor-General criticizes Queensland's $223m Wellcamp quarantine facility for secrecy, poor planning, and wasted taxpayer money.

Toowoomba

Auditor-General finds $223m Wellcamp quarantine facility poor value

Queensland's auditor-general criticises $223m Wellcamp quarantine facility for failing to explore cheaper alternatives and keeping costs secret from taxpayers.

National

Island community mourns Belgian worker killed in scooter crash

A 26-year-old Belgian worker on Magnetic Island has died after a motor-scooter crash.

National

Queensland Police deploys first electric patrol vehicle, a Kia EV6

Queensland Police deploys its first electric patrol car, a high-performance Kia EV6, across five regions in a 12-month trial assessing real-world vehicle…

National

Queensland Police trial 5 electric vehicles over 12 months

Queensland Police deploys five Kia EV6 electric vehicles across five regions over 12 months. The EVs are the most powerful vehicles in the 3,000-unit fleet.

Ipswich

Newborn abducted from Ipswich Hospital; Queensland Amber Alert issued

One-day-old baby taken from Ipswich Hospital; urgent Amber Alert issued as police launch statewide search for white Suzuki Liana.

Ipswich

Amber Alert issued for newborn taken from Ipswich Hospital

Queensland Police launched an urgent search after a one-day-old girl was taken from Ipswich Hospital. Two women placed the baby in a white Suzuki Liana.

Melbourne

Record Dolly's Dream campaign tackles youth bullying

Over 50 Australian companies unite for Do It For Dolly Day, securing $12m in media to tackle youth bullying and raise funds for Dolly's Dream.

National

Snorkeller, 51, survives crocodile attack off Far North Queensland

A 51-year-old man survived a crocodile attack off Cape York after prising open the reptile's jaws. The incident marks the fifth attack in two months.

Melbourne

Industry backs Dolly's Dream anti-bullying campaign with $12m media push

Over 50 companies unite for Dolly's Dream, securing $12M in media support and raising $500K+ to combat youth bullying in a nationwide campaign highlighting…

Melbourne

Australian media industry raises $500K for Dolly's Dream

Over 50 companies backed a nationwide campaign against bullying, securing $12 million in media support and raising more than $500,000 for Dolly's Dream charity.

Cairns

DNA study of 391 dingoes challenges dingo-dog hybrid assumptions

New DNA testing of 391 wild dingoes finds 87% are genetically pure in Victoria, contradicting decades of hybrid assumptions and reshaping dingo conservation…

National

Screen Queensland, Network 10 give First Nations filmmakers TV pathway

Four Indigenous Queensland filmmakers complete paid placement and mentorship with Network 10, creating community service announcements during National…

National

Four Aboriginal filmmakers' community announcements air on Network 10

Four Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander filmmakers debut on Network 10 during Reconciliation Week after Screen Queensland mentorship program.

National

Four First Nations filmmakers' Network 10 community announcements to air

Screen Queensland and Network 10 partner to launch four Aboriginal filmmakers through paid placement and six-month mentorship during Reconciliation Week.

National

Man missing after yacht sinks off K'gari

A man remains missing after a yacht sank off K'gari in Queensland. A woman was rescued after 14 hours in the water; search operations continue.

National

Search continues for man missing after yacht sinks off K'gari

Rescue crews search for a man missing after a yacht sank off Fraser Island. A woman was rescued after 14 hours in the water; the man remains unaccounted for.

National

Search on for man missing after yacht sinks off K'gari; woman rescued

Rescue efforts continue for man missing off K'gari after his female crew member was rescued from waters near Fraser Island.

National

Search resumes for man missing after yacht sinks off K'gari

Rescue operations continue for a man missing after a yacht sank off K'gari, following the successful rescue of a woman who spent over 14 hours in the water.

Melbourne

Jenny Craig Australia and NZ enter administration, FTI Consulting appointed

Weight loss brand Jenny Craig Australia placed in voluntary administration days after assuring customers US bankruptcy would not affect local operations.

Gold Coast

Woman drowns at Snapper Rocks on Gold Coast as daughter rescued

A woman drowned at Snapper Rocks on Sunday despite quick rescue efforts. We explain why drowning accidents happen even at famous, well-patrolled beaches.

Gold Coast

Woman drowns at Snapper Rocks despite rescue efforts

A woman drowned at Snapper Rocks on the Gold Coast while swimming with her daughter.

Gold Coast

Woman drowns at Snapper Rocks on Gold Coast

Woman drowned at Snapper Rocks, Gold Coast after getting into trouble in surf with her daughter.

Gold Coast

Woman and daughter in difficulty at Snapper Rocks, Gold Coast, in drowning

A woman drowned at Snapper Rocks on Sunday while beachgoers and lifeguards coordinated a rescue.

Gold Coast

Woman drowns at Snapper Rocks as bystanders attempt rescue

A woman drowned at Snapper Rocks on Sunday afternoon despite rapid rescue efforts by beachgoers and lifesavers.

National

Woman dies and two rescued at Snapper Rocks on Gold Coast

A woman died and two others were rescued after an emergency at Queensland's Snapper Rocks, illustrating how beach rescues can escalate rapidly.

Melbourne

Peter Hollingworth deemed fit for ministry despite misconduct findings

Peter Hollingworth, former Australian governor-general, deemed fit for ministry after church review found misconduct in his handling of 1990s abuse complaints.

Townsville

Police investigate death of Kane Moore, 18, near Townsville party

An 18-year-old man was found dead with multiple injuries near a party site in Townsville.

Townsville

Townsville man, 18, found dead with multiple injuries near party

Police are investigating the death of 18-year-old Kane Moore, found in Rupertswood Park with multiple injuries near where a Friday night party was held.

Melbourne

Hollingworth cleared for limited ministry despite misconduct findings

Peter Hollingworth deemed fit for limited ministry despite church review finding misconduct in his handling of abuse complaints as archbishop.

Brisbane

Church finds Hollingworth misconduct in 7 of 10 complaints

Inquiry finds Peter Hollingworth committed misconduct in 7 of 10 complaints as Brisbane archbishop; former governor-general deemed fit for limited ministry…

Melbourne

Peter Hollingworth found to have committed misconduct in 7 of 10 complaints

An Anglican church investigation upheld misconduct in 7 of 10 complaints against Peter Hollingworth but deemed the 88-year-old fit for limited ministry.

Melbourne

Hollingworth deemed fit for ministry despite seven abuse findings

Peter Hollingworth deemed fit for limited ministry despite a church review finding him guilty of misconduct in seven of ten child abuse complaints.

Brisbane

Police search Ipswich landfill for missing Brisbane teacher Lesley Trotter

Police search a Brisbane landfill for retired teacher Lesley Trotter, missing since March. Investigators sift through 3000 tonnes of waste by hand.

Ipswich

Items found at Swanbank landfill in search for Lesley Trotter

Items discovered at Ipswich landfill in search for teacher Lesley Trotter, missing since March 28. Preliminary assessment of their relevance still unclear.

National

Search continues for missing fisherman after boat capsizes off Mackay

Two fishermen rescued after boat capsizes off Queensland coast near Mackay, but search continues for third man missing after maritime disaster.

National

Fisherman missing off Mackay after boat capsizes at Creal Reef

A fishing boat capsized off Mackay leaving one experienced fisherman missing. Two crew were rescued but one 41-year-old remains unaccounted for as the search…

Hervey Bay

Girl, 6, bitten by dingo at Waddy Point Beach on Fraser Island

A young girl's dingo attack on Fraser Island highlights growing safety concerns at the popular Queensland destination. Here's what families need to know.

Hervey Bay

Two young children airlifted after dingo attacks on Fraser Island

Two young children airlifted after dingo attacks on Fraser Island in recent months. Latest incident involved a six-year-old held underwater while swimming.

Hervey Bay

Girl, 6, mauled by dingo at Waddy Point Beach on Fraser Island

A six-year-old girl attacked by a dingo on Fraser Island has prompted fresh safety warnings. She remains in stable condition after airlifting to hospital.

Logan

Australian schools ban Prime drink after teen frenzy

Schools restrict Logan Paul's Prime Hydration after teenager rush empties shelves; concerns over energy drink's high caffeine content.

Perth

Prime drink sparks school warnings across Australia

Australian schools move to ban Prime Hydration drinks after viral influencer promotion triggers supermarket frenzies and concerns over caffeine content.

Perth

Prime Hydration craze sparks school bans across Australia

Influencer-backed Prime Hydration triggered a retail frenzy in Australia, prompting schools nationwide to ban the drink as concerns grow over caffeine content.

Perth

Australian schools crack down on Prime Hydration drink

Influencer-backed Prime Hydration has triggered supermarket frenzies and prompted school bans as authorities worry about high-caffeine energy variants.

Perth

Prime drink frenzy grips Australian teens as Perth shoppers queue

Australian teenagers are flooding stores for Prime Hydration, prompting schools to issue bans. What's driving the craze, and why are educators concerned?

Gold Coast

Meriton confirms data breach affecting nearly 2000 guests and staff

Apartment giant Meriton reveals January cyber attack exposed injury reports and personal data from guests and employees, joining a surge of Australian breaches.

Perth

Prime drink frenzy empties shelves; schools ban over caffeine concerns

US-backed Prime Hydration sparked shopping chaos across Australia, with five-bottle limits and school bans following concerns over a high-caffeine energy…

Perth

Australian schools restrict Prime drink as shortage forces supermarket exit

Prime Hydration's viral popularity has created supply shortages forcing Coles to withdraw the product.

Perth

Australian schools ban Prime Hydration drink as influencer craze spreads

Australian schools are banning Prime Hydration after the influencer-backed drink sparked youth buying frenzies and supply shortages.

Townsville

32 lenders cut home loan rates as Queensland investors feel squeeze

Major banks ANZ and NAB among 32 lenders cutting rates, but Queensland investors report growing financial strain despite broad market relief signals.

Gold Coast

Meriton data breach affects nearly 2000 guests and staff

Nearly 2000 guests and staff at Meriton serviced apartments notified of January cyber attack. No credit cards compromised, but incident reports accessed.

Gold Coast

Meriton cyber attack exposes data of nearly 2000 guests and staff

Meriton apartment giant reveals cyber attack affecting nearly 2000 guests and staff. Incident reports were accessed but credit card details remained secure.

Gold Coast

Meriton cyber breach exposes almost 2000 guests and staff across Australia

Apartment giant Meriton reveals data breach affecting guests and employees at Australian properties. Here's what local residents need to know.

Gold Coast

Meriton hit by January cyberattack affecting nearly 2000 people

The apartment operator was breached in January, affecting nearly 2000 people. It's the latest in a series of major Australian corporate cyberattacks.

Gold Coast

Meriton confirms cyber attack exposed data of nearly 2000 people

Serviced apartment operator Meriton has disclosed a cyber breach affecting nearly 2000 guests and staff, joining a growing wave of attacks on Australian…

Orange

Orange-based RIC to hire 27 staff for farmer loan services

Orange-based Regional Investment Corporation is hiring 27 staff to improve loan processing for farmers affected by natural disasters.

Mackay

Central Queensland mine and disability services targeted

Mackay region grapples with escalating wave of vandalism targeting both major mining operations and essential community disability support facilities.

Warwick

Warwick locked down as police hunt armed person on four streets

Armed person reports trigger emergency lockdown in Warwick, Queensland, marking the second such incident in two days after a fatal Townsville standoff.

Warwick

Warwick streets locked down as Queensland police declare emergency

Police declare emergency in Warwick after armed person reports—the second emergency in Queensland in two days, following a deadly standoff near Townsville.

Warwick

Two armed emergencies in 24 hours force Queensland into lockdown

Two armed incidents within 24 hours triggered emergency lockdowns across Queensland. Here's what happened and why these crises matter.

Warwick

Second armed emergency in 24 hours locks down Warwick, Queensland

Police declare emergency in Warwick after armed person reports; shots fired at homes and vehicles. Second major incident in Queensland within 24 hours.