'Traumatic, tragic': child dead, two critical in attack

'Traumatic, tragic': child dead, two critical in attack

A young child has died and two others are fighting for their lives after a stabbing attack, with police having to deliver the tragic news to the trio's father.

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Sunday, September 20, 2026

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says companies like Apple recognise the leadership Australia has shown in making online platforms safer

A state opposition pledge to freeze a firearms buyback scheme and undo restrictions has attracted mixed reaction

The Lions have booked a spot in their fourth straight AFL grand final

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