Monday, November 18, 2024

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Flood and evacuation warnings issued as downpour continues

Sydney is waking to another day of heavy rain, with residents across New South Wales warned to prepare for flooding and possible evacuations.Overnight, parts...

Ski season set for grassy, slushy opening this long weekend

Eager snow-goers are likely to face grassy, slushy slopes when the ski season opens this weekend - but there's no reason to panic.Many alpine...

Alleged Holden V8 rebirthing operation busted in Melbourne

A man has been charged and cars seized during an investigation into the alleged rebirthing of stolen Holden V8s in Melbourne.A search warrant was...

This ‘extremely poor’ terror-prediction tool jailed Benbrika. It’s still being used

“When the Act was conceived, the Commonwealth thought that the mechanisms for dangerous sex offenders could simply be transposed for terrorism offenders. They could...

He was one of Victoria’s top homicide detectives. Working too hard cost him the job he loved

Jeans ran an experienced eye over the young Rovis, who was fresh from a couple of night shifts, and didn’t like what he saw....

The ABC walked into a Murdoch ‘culture wars trap’, says former 7.30 host

“The statement’s intent was to be transparent in explaining to the public the ABC’s position. The ABC strongly backs Laura Tingle. Her work for...

Flash flooding warnings issued as 250mm rain bomb set to hit Australia’s east coast

Just a week into winter, and wet weather over the east coast of Australia is expected to “deepen” in NSW, with further deluges forecast...

Prestigious Perth school hit with historical sex abuse claim

One of Perth’s most prestigious schools is bracing for an allegation of historical sexual abuse carried out by a staff member — with a...

Outback Wrangler Matt Wright faces off with best mate’s widow in court

Two years ago, Outback Wrangler Matt Wright was a shoulder to cry on for Danielle Wilson as she attended her husband Chris "Willow" Wilson's...

Grattan on Friday: how bold will Anthony Albanese be in his ‘offer’ for a potential second term?

Anthony Albanese recently told the Labor caucus his cabinet is preparing “an offer” to put to the Australian people at...

TAKE ACTION: Thousands without power as wild weather hits WA

Meteorologist Helen Reid said the weather hopefully would not be as wild as last weekend.“During the course of the afternoon, we are expecting a...

Woman believed to be Australia’s oldest person celebrates 110th birthday

South Australian resident Lorna Henstridge, who is believed to be Australia's oldest person, has celebrated her 110th birthday today.Lorna was surrounded by her three...

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