‘Cool off’: mum turned away before murder, inquest told
An inquest for a woman murdered by her husband has been adjourned after a last minute claim that the mother was turned away by police and told to "cool off".
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Snorkeller airlifted to hospital after shark attack
A man is in a stable condition in hospital after being attacked by a shark on the Great Barrier Reef.
Anti-Semitism laws banning chants draws mixed reaction
Critics have slammed new laws designed to combat anti-Semitism as overreach, but a last-minute change reduces a minister's extraordinary powers.
‘Players are hostages’: Iran’s women backflip on anthem
Iranian Australians have thrown their support behind the Iran women's football team with one claiming the players would "get rid" of their hijabs if they could.
Flooding forces closure of town’s hospital and schools
The mayor of an outback community forced to close its hospital, schools and courts due to a flood threat says it's been so wet "even the ducks have left town".
Library loses literary awards after ‘martyr’ blowback
A library has lost its role managing a state's literary awards, after an Indigenous writer was criticised for her comments about a slain Hamas leader.
Dingo attack led to backpacker’s drowning: coroner
A young backpacker drowned after she was forced into waters by dingoes at a popular holiday destination while on a working holiday, a coroner has found.
Alleged newborn murder victim had ‘myriad’ injuries
The police case against a father accused of murdering his newborn son involves extensive medical evidence and multiple agencies, a magistrate has been told.
Record flooding to wash over outback natural wonder
Weeks of monsoon rain and flooding across central Australia could lead to record flooding at one of the country's natural wonders.
Alleged axe attack victims ‘terrified’ over bail bid
A man allegedly attacked and injured his neighbours with a tomahawk after a series of "mundane" disputes over noise and street parking, a judge has heard.
Man accused of ‘cowardly’ New Year attack seeks bail
A young man on bail for alleged violence in NSW is accused of punching a man as he walked away from a confrontation hours into the new year, a judge has heard.
Shots fired, police car rammed in dangerous attack
Police have been forced to open fire on a driver seconds before a blue ute allegedly tried to run down officers and rammed a patrol car in central Australia.
‘Need to talk to mum’: parents charged with son’s death
Two young parents have been charged with their little son's manslaughter after the boy died at a police station following a horror crash.
Syndicate ‘busted’ after drugs seized, dozens charged
Dozens have been charged with hundreds of offences after a nine-month police operation seized more than $3 million worth of drugs in central Queensland.
‘She’s in the sky’: K’gari tragedy teen farewelled
Canadian teen Piper James has been farewelled at a funeral after her death on K'gari, where her body was found surrounded by dingoes.
Jewish leader condemns ramming of city synagogue
A Jewish leader has called for the passing of contentious laws targeting antisemitism after a man was charged for an alleged attack on a synagogue.
Call for more action after synagogue gates rammed
Urgent and stronger action is required after a utility was reversed into the gates of Brisbane's main synagogue, Jewish community leaders say.
Childcare workers on ‘ick’ alert after abuse scandals
Childcare centre staff have been urged to report uncomfortable incidents as the industry reels from sexual abuse scandals and child-safety concerns.
‘Do better’: family’s powerful message after DV murder
The loved ones of a woman murdered by her ex-partner in a jealous rage have challenged men to do more to combat domestic violence.
‘Hell of a fight’: family update after club stabbing
A 20-year-old waitress allegedly stabbed by a work colleague will require reconstructive surgery after putting up a "hell of a fight", her sister says.
Coffee catch-up decides top cop after shock retirement
Former Australian Federal Police deputy commissioner Brett Pointing has been hand-picked as Queensland's top cop after Steve Gollschewski's shock retirement.
Child safety system no place for kids: abuse survivor
A female survivor removed from an abusive home has told a child safety inquiry that she only experienced further abuse while in state care.
Alleged murder victim given ‘promise’ to end suffering
Two sons of an alleged murder victim have testified how their father had wanted to die if his incurable brain disease reached a certain debilitating point.
‘Big hole’: burst water main impacts properties, school
A massive hole has been created in a major road by a burst water main, disrupting traffic, dozens of households and a local primary school.
Truck ‘chased’ on wrong side of highway before crash
A driver has been killed instantly in a horror crash with a truck that may have been chased by at least one vehicle on the wrong side of a major highway.
Father lashes out at suggestion he started fatal fire
A father whose son died of extensive burns in a house fire has frequently lashed out at an inquest, saying his memory had been erased.
Premier polishes pitch to lure Trump to Australia
A premier is bidding to bring the United States president to Australia, claiming his state has something Donald Trump wants and needs.
‘Wildly Orwellian’: legislators bypass affected groups
Groups who claim they will be most impacted by a state's new laws targeting anti-Semitism say they have been frozen out of discussions.
Six cars chased scrap thief suspect before fatal crash
Multiple people involved in scrap metal appear to have joined the chase of a suspected thief before his truck fatally collided with a car, police say.
Club stabbing accused asks for time to prepare defence
A kitchen hand who allegedly stalked and repeatedly stabbed a co-worker and two others has finally fronted court after undergoing medical treatment.
Golly: what an incredible lifetime of devoted service
Police have gathered in their hundreds to farewell one of the nation's leading police officers on his final day before retirement after a battle with cancer.