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Cyclone threat looms for rain-battered region

Cyclone threat looms for rain-battered region

A region recovering from heavy rain is bracing for another deluge after enduring flooding that closed a major road, with two potential cyclones on the horizon.

Questions as accused smuggler's escape ends 4000km away

Questions as accused smuggler's escape ends 4000km away

Questions as accused smuggler's escape ends 4000km away

Questions as accused smuggler's escape ends 4000km away

Federal police have tracked down an accused drug smuggler who was allegedly trying to sail to Indonesia after skipping out from a rehabilitation centre.

Revenge fears as ambush takes down underworld identity

Revenge fears as ambush takes down underworld identity

Revenge fears as ambush takes down underworld identity

Revenge fears as ambush takes down underworld identity

There were no warnings a notorious underworld figure's life was at risk before he was fatally gunned down in front of his girlfriend in a daylight ambush.

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Heatwave temps plummet as winds and hail roll in

Heatwave temps plummet as winds and hail roll in

Australia's east coast has sweltered through one of its hottest days of summer, topped off with an evening hail and thunderstorm.

Chief scientist lights fuse on nuclear energy debate

Chief scientist lights fuse on nuclear energy debate

The nation's new chief scientist is on a collision course with a possible coalition government over its contentious pre-election pledge for nuclear energy.

'Catastrophic' damage to reefs from ocean heatwaves

'Catastrophic' damage to reefs from ocean heatwaves

A marine heatwave has caused "catastrophic" damage to the Great Barrier Reef but another region is also suffering the impacts of rising ocean temperatures.

Man charged over vandalism of police tributes memorial

Man charged over vandalism of police tributes memorial

Police have charged a man after the words "evil" and "dogs" were scratched into a stone memorial to fallen police in another act of vandalism on monuments.

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Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Extreme fire risk as wind, dry lightning spark alerts

Bushfires in two states have triggered warnings as extreme weather conditions place authorities on high alert as temperatures soar and winds increase.

Hatred imported from interstate 'won't be tolerated'

Hatred imported from interstate 'won't be tolerated'

Hatred imported from interstate 'won't be tolerated'

Hatred imported from interstate 'won't be tolerated'

Authorities have vowed to fight the bigotry and cowardice of extremists after a man was charged under new laws in South Australia that ban swastikas in public.

Two-year-old bitten in second dingo attack in two days

Two-year-old bitten in second dingo attack in two days

Two-year-old bitten in second dingo attack in two days

Two-year-old bitten in second dingo attack in two days

Two people have been bitten by dingoes in separate attacks at a popular tourist destination during the busy Australia Day long weekend.

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

'Memories forever': Family proud as Daniher honoured

AFL legend Neale Daniher has been awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year for his advocacy in finding a cure, as his proud family watched on with joy.

One in ten road crash drivers on ice, study shows

One in ten road crash drivers on ice, study shows

One in ten road crash drivers on ice, study shows

One in ten road crash drivers on ice, study shows

New research indicates 17 per cent of drivers involved in road crashes have drugs or alcohol in their system.

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered in Townsville

Police are investigating the alleged murder of a nine-year-old boy in far north Queensland.

Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

Campaigners and Olympians recognised in honours list

More than 450 people have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours List.

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Nation raises glass to honour third-generation vintner

A long-time winemaker with a "gift of the gab" has helped develop his family company into an industry leader while promoting co-operation with other labels.

Political honour for late minister and party stalwart

A late former Liberal minister who served in the cabinets of two prime ministers has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia.

Neale Daniher named 2025 Australian of the Year

The AFL legend has turned his diagnosis of motor neurone disease into a search for a cure, bringing Australians along for the fight.

Charity founder named Senior Australian of the Year

Brother Olly Pickett has provided wheelchairs for countless children around the globe for decades through one of the largest volunteer groups in WA.

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Cafe pair brewing jobs for migrants named Local Hero

Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello have been both named Australian Local Hero for their social enterprise cafes helping migrant women gain jobs.

Memorial, statue vandalised ahead of Australia Day

A statue of a founder of one of the country's biggest cities has been damaged ahead of Australia Day as vandals douse a war memorial in paint.

Homes lost as bushfires spread in west

Homes have been lost as a string of bushfires spread in Western Australia, with residents in many areas warned it is too late to evacuate.

Warning to parents after dingo attacks four-year-old

Rangers are urging parents to be vigilant after a dingo attacked a four-year-old at a popular Queensland tourist destination.

From side-eye to show stopper as Tame stuns PM

Former Australian of the Year Grace Tame has stolen the limelight - again - with a provocative act at an awards event with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Crackdown on protests as political lobbying flourishes

A think tank that wants laws to protect peaceful protest has called out the contrast in the treatment of environmental protesters and political lobbyists.

'How I feel on a Friday': Putricia begins final slump

Superfans of a viral and rare botanical sensation continue to wait over an hour to catch a glimpse of the giant foul-smelling flower.

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