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World of photos, May 3, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors. ⌘ Read more
Detectives bring down alleged text scam operation
Detectives have brought down an alleged scam operation on the Gold Coast accused of targeting thousands through fake text messages. ⌘ Read more
Nurse and former cop killed in Brisbane crash
A young Northern Territory nurse and a former police officer have been identified as those killed in a horror multi-car crash in a Brisbane tunnel yesterday. ⌘ Read more
Young man partially buried alive
Police say a young man has been partially buried alive north of Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Cops to remain on Ivy League campus until after graduation
The sight of law enforcement officers in and around a prestigious college campus is somewhat jarring, even with its history of activism. ⌘ Read more
Surveyors warn EV charges in old apartments need fire safety approval
The Australian Institute of Building Surveyors warn the rapid uptake of the technology has created fire risks not yet addressed by existing building regulations. ⌘ Read more
School students missed more than 9 million days of learning last year. Here’s why
Attendance levels remain below pre-pandemic levels, while a third of public school students are leaving before finishing year 12. ⌘ Read more
Premier promises $1000 power discount
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has promised residents $1000 off their power bill to give families cost of living relief. ⌘ Read more
SA parents calmer when disciplining their kids
South Australian parents are calmer when it comes to disciplining their kids than others across the country, according to a survey. ⌘ Read more
Blues swing axe ahead of blockbuster
Carlton has made mega changes ahead of their clash against rivals Collingwood, with coach Michael Voss preparing his side to manage the 90,000 expected. ⌘ Read more
NRL round 9 LIVE: South Sydney Rabbitohs v Penrith Panthers
Days after the sacking of coach Jason Demetriou, Souths end a tumultuous week with a huge test against the reigning premiers. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide mother confronts violent schoolgirls on train
An Adelaide mother has confronted a gang of violent schoolgirls on a train after an alarming SOS from her daughter. ⌘ Read more
Former businessman accused of indecently assaulting job applicants
A former high-profile businessman has faced court after he was accused of indecently assaulting young job applicants. ⌘ Read more
Andrews accused of trashing Commonwealth Games brand for own political gain
The boss of Commonwealth Games Australia has again taken aim at Daniel Andrews’ “callous” decision to abandon the 2026 Games. ⌘ Read more
SA safety experts tackle road deaths
South Australian safety experts and victims have spent the day in high-level meetings trying to tackle the state's horror number of road deaths. ⌘ Read more
Cruising ‘cool again’ among young people
Cruising has seen a surge in popularity among a new customer base, reviving an industry some thought was dead in the water. ⌘ Read more
Blues bolstered by midfielder’s return; Bomber’s long-term commitment; Beveridge labels Draper’s jibe ‘bizarre’**
Andrew McGrath has made a huge call on his playing future; Carlton’s firing midfield has received another boost ahead of their Pies blockbuster; and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has responded to Essendon ruckman Sam Draper’s “bizarre” jibe. ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast home raided after millions hit by phishing scam
Queensland police have raided a Gold Coast home and seized two SIM boxes after 1.7 million people were hit by a phishing scam. ⌘ Read more
NAB's new chief executive expects interest rates cut by November
NAB's new chief executive has given a sense of clarity to Australian homeowners, saying he expects an interest rate cut within seven months. ⌘ Read more
Long-serving NSW cop retires after 40-year career
One of Sydney's longest-serving cops is hanging up the handcuffs for good, looking back on a 40-year career. ⌘ Read more
Concern as Toongabbie creek turns bright blue
A sudden and drastic change in colour of a creek in Toongabbie has left locals scratching their heads. ⌘ Read more
Police arrest alleged foreign crime syndicate after burglaries across Melbourne
Police have arrested members of an alleged foreign crime syndicate after burglaries across Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
Slain Molly Ticehurst farewell by friends and family
Alleged victim of domestic violence Molly Ticehurst has been farewell by her friends and family in a memorial service. ⌘ Read more
More money for strained hospitals in Albanese agreement
A new agreement to guarantee more money for our under-strain hospitals is tonight a step closer. ⌘ Read more
Across a university moat, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine groups face off
Pro-Israel supporters harassed a student encampment at Monash overnight while a Jewish rally confronted the University of Melbourne’s pro-Palestine camp on Thursday. ⌘ Read more
Raw silence: A shattered community says farewell to Molly Ticehurst
As mourners remember Molly Ticehurst as a devoted mother, a talented educator and a lover of cob loaf at her funeral, her alleged murder has galvanised a national movement against domestic violence. ⌘ Read more
Victorian shoplifters are 'everyday Australians', police say
Victoria Police targeting shoplifters across Melbourne are finding many of the accused thieves are "everyday Australians". ⌘ Read more
Teen charged with terror offences refused bail
A teenager charged with terror offences has been refused bail after a judge has found he poses an “unacceptable risk”. ⌘ Read more
Four charged after alleged arson burns home, injures two people
Four men have been charged after a home was allegedly set alight in Fairfield West, critically injuring two people inside. ⌘ Read more
Toni Tiki's family plea for answers as $1m reward announced to solve cold case
The family of Toni Tiki is pleading for answers 30 years after she was found dead in Sydney's east, as a $1 million reward is announced to help solve the cold case. ⌘ Read more
High-speed police pursuit across Melbourne ends in dramatic arrest
A high-speed chase across Melbourne's eastern suburbs has ended in a dramatic arrest. ⌘ Read more
Man arrested after NSW clubs data breach
A man has been arrested after a data breach impacted over 1 million club and RSL customers. ⌘ Read more
Inner-city hospitals boss departs after turbulent 12 months
Teresa Anderson’s departure comes less than a year after medical staff at Concord Hospital revolted against her leadership, sparking a ministerial review. ⌘ Read more
Another Sydney music festival calls it quits, blaming 529% increase in costs
Return to Rio, created by husband and wife duo Ricky and Alex Cooper, was born in 2013 but last year confronted $300,000 in extra costs under the state’s controversial “user pays” system. ⌘ Read more
Grave concerns for Aussie brothers missing in Mexico
There are grave concerns for two Australian brothers who vanished while on a surfing trip in Mexico. ⌘ Read more
Australia news as it happened: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing ... ⌘ Read more
Victorian father convicted of murdering three sons prepares fight for freedom
A father who was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his three sons is preparing a fresh fight for freedom. ⌘ Read more
Surfer killed after alleged stabbing at Coffs Harbour beach
A surfer has been killed after an alleged stabbing at a Coffs Harbour beach. ⌘ Read more
New gold rush: Youngsters flock to viral ‘beans’ amid uncertainty
In a mini new gold rush, young people are jumping on a viral trend that taps into a desire for financial security. ⌘ Read more
Police investigate shooting in south-west Sydney
Three people inside a Sydney home escaped uninjured after shots were fired at the home. ⌘ Read more
WA news LIVE: Troy Mercanti escorted from home by police; Perth brothers missing in Mexico
Follow our live coverage here. ⌘ Read more
Blues bolstered by midfielder’s return; Bomber’s long-term commitment; Beveridge labels Draper’s jibe ‘bizarre’**
Andrew McGrath has made a huge call on his playing future; Carlton’s firing midfield has received another boost ahead of their Pies blockbuster; and Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has responded to Essendon ruckman Sam Draper’s “bizarre” jibe. ⌘ Read more
The wetter the better for Just Folk in Hawkesbury Cup target
Gavin Bedggood is playing with house money as his $199,000 gamble Just Folk heads back to the Hawkesbury Cup. ⌘ Read more
Smart Schwarz needs to confirm talent with Guineas win
The waiting is over with Schwarz, and the Stradbroke beckons if he can win Saturday’s Hawkesbury Guineas. ⌘ Read more
Commonwealth prosecutor feared detainee would reoffend before home invasion
A Commonwealth prosecutor twice raised fears a former immigration detainee would reoffend but did not oppose bail in the months before the man was accused of a brutal home invasion. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Carly was looking for help. Instead, she found the man who killed her
Carly McBride vanished just before a letter landed on her mother’s doorstep. Had it arrived earlier it could have saved her daughter’s life. ⌘ Read more
Gus floats left-field Penrith solution
Phil Gould believes Liam Martin could shift positions as the Panthers look to replace two departing stars. ⌘ Read more
Rare editions of Russian author’s books are vanishing from libraries around Europe
Authorities paint a picture of a network of associates, some blood relatives, travelling across Europe by bus with library cards sometimes under assumed names to scout rare Russian books. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wagga on Friday
Everything you need to know to find a winner on Wagga Cup day. ⌘ Read more
NSW Legend casts doubts over 'Penrith Connection' in Origin: Immortal Behaviour - Ep06
The Eighth Immortal is back, but where is Danika? Andrew Johns casts doubt over the ‘Penrith Connection’ ability to succeed in the Origin arena. Plus, which player is the NSW Legend campaigning for the wear the No.6 jersey come game 1? Joey throws support behind a surprising candidate for a future coach ... ⌘ Read more
Victorian father convicted of murdering three sons prepares fight for freedom
A father who was sentenced to life in prison for murdering his three sons is preparing a fresh fight for freedom. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
ASX extends gains after Wall Street’s Fed rollercoaster
The Australian sharemarket lifted on Thursday despite a negative lead from Wall Street after Jerome Powell revealed the US Federal Reserve would hold its cash rate steady and moving to reassure another rate hike is unlikely despite stubbornly high inflation. ⌘ Read more
‘We have got a lot of work to do’: Woolworths ‘out-traded’ as it trails Coles
Outgoing Woolworths chief executive Brad Banducci says cost-of-living pressures have hit the supermarket giant. ⌘ Read more
This satiric series based on Tom Wolfe’s novel unpacks the fault lines of America today
Adapted by the prolific David E Kelley, A Man in Full stars Jeff Daniels as a property tycoon who won’t change with the times. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds gather to mourn Molly Ticehurst
Hundreds of people have gathered for the funeral Molly Ticehurst, more than a week after her alleged murder. ⌘ Read more
Four charged after alleged arson burns home, injures two people
Four men have been charged after a home was allegedly set alight in Fairfield West, critically injuring two people inside. ⌘ Read more
The COVID variant that now accounts for almost every case in NSW
The JN.1 strain now accounts for almost all COVID cases in NSW. Scientists, however, say getting a booster now is a better bet than waiting for a new vaccine. ⌘ Read more
Grave concerns for Aussie brothers missing in Mexico
There are grave concerns for two Australian brothers who vanished while on a surfing trip in Mexico. ⌘ Read more
NAB boss says most of its home loans are written at a discount
Chief executive Andrew Irvine reported a 13 per cent tumble in half-year profits, but said households were mostly proving resilient in the cost-of-living crisis. ⌘ Read more
Surfer killed after alleged stabbing at Coffs Harbour beach
A surfer has been killed after an alleged stabbing at a Coffs Harbour beach. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Protest, pain and family the themes as Archibald Prize entries arrive
As the entries arrived at the Art Gallery of NSW ahead of Friday’s deadline, you could tell a lot about recent events in Australia by the faces painted. ⌘ Read more
Police investigate shooting in south-west Sydney
Three people inside a Sydney home escaped uninjured after shots were fired at the home. ⌘ Read more
Botswana Butchery owes staff more than $500,000 as administrators recommend closure
The New Zealand-owned restaurant group likely traded while insolvent, according to a new report. ⌘ Read more
Toni Tiki's family plea for answers as $1m reward announced to solve cold case
The family of Toni Tiki is pleading for answers 30 years after she was found dead in Sydney's east, as a $1 million reward is announced to help solve the cold case. ⌘ Read more
Robinson discusses Keary replacement plan
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson discusses replacement options for outgoing halfback Luke Keary. ⌘ Read more
Phil Gould fined $20,000 over television rant
The NRL has made the call to sanction the high-profile television commentator after he labelled the game “stupid” in a rant about rules interpretations. ⌘ Read more
Horner cleared of inappropriate behaviour
Christian Horner walked hand-in-hand through the Bahrain Grand Prix paddock with wife Geri after he was cleared of inappropriate behaviour by an independent barrister, although a dossier of screenshots have been leaked to media. ⌘ Read more
South Sydney to offer Bennett three-year deal as Eels pass on supercoach
Parramatta held a board meeting on Wednesday night but they won’t be making at an immediate play for Bennett, who is about to be be offered a three-year deal to return to the Rabbitohs. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Competition kicks the stuffing out of NAB and Woolworths
This week’s results provide a reality check for those who argue that the highly concentrated banking and supermarkets sectors lack competition. ⌘ Read more
All Bonza flights cancelled until Wednesday with no refunds imminent
Bonza’s administrators, Hall Chadwick, say early discussions with the owners of Bonza’s grounded fleet will continue into next week, with all flights cancelled before then. ⌘ Read more
Three down, two to go: Florent signs long-term extension with Swans
Ollie Florent has followed in the footsteps of Errol Gulden and James Rowbottom by pledging his long-term future to Sydney - and he hopes Logan McDonald and Will Hayward do the same. ⌘ Read more
Who’d pay $3440 to insure my tiny Picanto? The NRMA thought I would
My Kia Picanto is worth about as much as a Taylor Swift ticket. Check out the swifty my ex-insurer tried to pull. ⌘ Read more
Bob Carr to sue NZ foreign minister for calling him a ‘Chinese puppet’**
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters is facing calls to step down after he attacked Bob Carr for calling AUKUS “fragrant, methane-wrapped bullshit”. ⌘ Read more
November 2023: Victoria failing to meet public housing targets
The state's public housing stock has increased by just 394 since 2018, despite a promise from the government to build 12,000 new homes by 2024. ⌘ Read more
‘We can’t be killing our young footy stars’: Why Perrett intends to sue Sea Eagles
Lloyd Perrett claims he has never been the same person since a training incident in 2017. But that’s not the reason he intends to sue the Manly Sea Eagles. ⌘ Read more
New Woolloongabba plan to allow for 75-storey towers
Towers of up to 75 storeys would be allowed in Woolloongabba under a new Queensland government planning scheme put out for public comment on Thursday. ⌘ Read more
Another former detainee arrested, charged with failing to keep monitoring device in working order
The man will appear in court on Thursday in the wake of criticism over the monitoring of people released from immigration detention after the alleged assault and robbery of an elderly couple. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Toni Tiki's family plea for answers as $1m reward announced to solve cold case
The family of Toni Tiki is pleading for answers 30 years after she was found dead in Sydney's east, as a $1 million reward is announced to help solve the cold case. ⌘ Read more
Pro-Israel supporters attack pro-Palestinian encampment at University of California
Eyewitness videos showed people wielding sticks or poles to hammer on wooden boards being used as makeshift barricades to protect the pro-Palestinian protesters before police were called to the campus. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
How an angry letter to the editor exposed a fake identity and earned an ICAC referral
On Wednesday, the editor of the Southern Highlands Express referred the local MP to the corruption watchdog. By Thursday, the bizarre saga took on another life. ⌘ Read more
Nobu, $270k cash and a number plate to taunt police: The high life of tobacco war accused
The flashy life and alleged crimes of one of exiled gangland boss Kaz Hamad’s associates have been laid bare during an application to revoke his bail. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast home raided after millions hit by phishing scam
Queensland police have raided a Gold Coast home and seized two SIM boxes after 1.7 million people were hit by a phishing scam. ⌘ Read more
Nine's Davina Smith talks to Ellidy Pullin on new maternal health podcast
Nine's Davina Smith talks to Elindy Pullin on Gidget Foundation's new maternal health podcast after the influencer conceived a child postumously with her late partner. ⌘ Read more
‘It is breaking me’: Brayshaw brother launches attack on AFL judiciary
Hamish Brayshaw has mounted an impassioned attack on what he sees as the incomprehensible way so-called head protection in the AFL is being administered. ⌘ Read more
TikTok local profits surge as potential ban looms
New figures show TikTok is a money-making machine locally, despite mounting political and regulatory pressure. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: PM pledges financial support for DV victims, online safety measures; Violence flares among protesters at US college campuses
The federal government will invest $925.2 million to permanently establish the leaving violence program, alongside a range of online safety measures including banning doxxing and deepfa ... ⌘ Read more
Hawaii’s ‘famous macadamia nuts’ threatened by cheaper, undisclosed Australian imports
Macadamia nut trees are native to Australia and were introduced to Hawaii in 1881 by a Scotsman. The nut has since become synonymous with Hawaii. ⌘ Read more
‘Where the magic happens’**
Biniaz promoted the headquarters of a new venture from a Dubai office. The real estate agent later said the property was empty. ⌘ Read more
Queenslanders to get $1000 off energy bills under new rebate
Every household in Queensland will get a $1000 discount on their electricity bills under an expanded energy rebate scheme. ⌘ Read more
McInnes claims heart attack over missed repayments
Discord channels lit up with memes accusing McInnes of faking the health episode to avoid making repayments. ⌘ Read more
Snoop Dogg is Shiller co-founder
The US rap legend had promoted a start-up on Twitter that gave investors confidence. ⌘ Read more
Banksy artworks used to promote Stakx
Biniaz and McInnes said any investment would be “asset backed” by their extensive art collection held in a Dubai gallery. ⌘ Read more
Chinese youth flock to viral gold beans amid economic uncertainty
In a mini new gold rush, young people are jumping on a viral trend that taps into a desire for financial security. ⌘ Read more