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‘Every Parent’s Worst Fear’: PM Albanese Mourns Death of Australian Teen in Laos
Melbourne teen Bianca Jones dies from suspected methanol poisoning.
11 Cars Damaged in Anti-Jewish Vandalism Spree
The Australian Jewish Association has criticised the Labor government’s position on the Middle East.
Half of Australians Think Immigration Numbers Are Too High
Net overseas migration has risen by 509,800 people in a year.
Scam Prevention Bill Sparks Debate Over Delays, Effectiveness
Opposition criticised the government for rushing consultation resulting in a complex, unclear framework that disadvantages consumers.
2 More Charges Levelled Against High-Profile Broadcaster Alan Jones
Veteran Australian broadcaster Alan Jones, 83, has been charged with two additional offences as police allege 26 charges in total.
Man Charged After Police Uncover 3D Printed Firearm Manufacturing Operation
The 32-year-old man is set to face a number of charges after police allege he was involved in the 3D printing of firearms.
First Person Jailed for Performing Nazi Salute in Victoria
Jacob Hersant was sentenced to a month in jail on Nov. 1 after being found guilty of performing the Nazi salute publicly—a gesture outlawed in Victoria.
Australians Taking Record Amounts of Ketamine, but Less Alcohol and Tobacco
High levels of the tranquiliser have been found in wastewater across both city and rural areas, raising concerns it may be adulterated with other substances.
Labor Scrambles After High Court Decision Bans Monitoring of Migrant Detainees With Criminal Past
The home affairs minister could have more powers to place restrictions on illegal migrant detainees.
Government Unveils Bill to Make Australia ‘One of the Toughest Places’ for Scammers
The government has introduced broad new anti-scam laws, targeting a billion-dollar cybercrime crisis.
Jumping Castle Tragedy: Chinese Manufacturer to Testify in Court
A fatal gust lifted an inflatable jumping castle into the air and killed 6 children in Tasmania in December 2021.
Australian Federal Police Raid PwC Office Amid Tax Scandal
Detectives from the Australian Federal Police have raided the offices of consultancy firm PricewaterhouseCoopers as part of an investigation into former staff.
Dogs Still Putting the Bite on Australia’s Posties as Councils Urged to Act
Almost 50 mail deliverers a week fall victim to dog attacks, which has caused Australia Post to ask that councils take action.
Husband Left Stunned as Youth Acquitted of Murder of Emma Lovell
Mother-of-two Emma Lovell, 41, was stabbed to death on the lawn outside her North Lakes home, north of Brisbane.
More than 50,000 NSW Government Health Workers Receive a Pay Rise
The pay rise will apply to allied health roles, admin staff, cleaners, scientists, psychologists, security officers, admin staff, security officers, and more.
NSW Looks to Legalise E-Scooters and E-Bikes
An inquiry has heard about the risk of injury from personal mobility vehicles travelling at speed on public footpaths.
Crisafulli to Be Sworn in as Interim Leader, Renews Promise to Tackle Youth Crime
Queensland’s incoming Premier David Crisafulli says he will continue his plans for a multifaceted approach to youth crime.
Greens Suffer Major Swings, LNP and Labor Back in the Contest for Inner-City Voters
The Green’s position may have been undermined by their ongoing support for radical protest movements.
