Driver accused of hit-run crash that killed 84-year-old released on bail
The driver allegedly behind a crash that killed an elderly man in Perth is out on bail tonight, insisting he wasn’t aware he’d collided with the victim. The 84-year-old was just metres from his home in Wembley when he was struck and left lying in the middle of the road. Michael Hadwiger’s blue Holden Cruze was found by police More...
Rainy end to long weekend as east coast of Australia is lashed by deluge
Most of Sydney and large parts of NSW will cop a drenching to end the long weekend as rainfall and strong winds batter the east coast. Drivers heading back towards Sydney and surrounding regions have been More...
Labor to announce $204 million investment for 24/7 health advice and free online GP appointments
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to announce a $204 million pledge to introduce around-the-clock healthcare. Labor’s latest Medicare promise will include a 24/7 health advice line and access More...
Two arrested after violent clash between opposing protesters in Melbourne’s CBD
Two people were arrested during a fiery clash between opposing protest marches yesterday in Melbourne’s CBD. A man and a woman were arrested after violence erupted outside Parliament House in Spring More...
Unexpected humpback whale sighting sets off shark alarm at Sydney beach
Residents in Sydney‘s Northern Beaches woke to a surprise visitor this morning, with a juvenile humpback whale swimming off Little Manly Cove. The unique sighting of the younger marine mammal comes More...
Mighty and meek attend mass, where he is remembered as people’s pope
World leaders and Catholic faithful have bidden farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral highlighting his concern for the “most peripheral of the peripheries” and reflecting his wishes as pastor. Though More...
US President and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in ‘productive’ meeting before Pope Francis’ funeral
Both the White House and Zelenskyy’s office confirmed the meeting, which took place today in the hours before both men joined other world leaders and an estimated 200,000 Catholic faithful to farewell More...
WFH has been a big election talking point. But for many it’s becoming a bigger way of life
Policies threatening the right to work from home in the public sector may have wider consequences at the ballot box this election. Jordan Carroll, 25, isn’t a federal worker but he’s among the More...
Pope Francis funeral LIVE updates: How to watch
The pope will get one more ride past the faithful on one of his beloved popemobiles. The Vatican says for Saturday’s burial procession, his coffin will be placed on the back of a popemobile used during More...
Man stabbed while jogging in Melbourne’s north
GRAPHIC WARNING: This video contains details some viewers may find distressing. A young man has been left with serious injuries after he was stabbed while jogging in Melbourne‘s north this morning. The More...
