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Merseyside gangsters jailed for 100+ years

Twelve members of a violent organised crime group from Merseyside have been sentenced to more than 100 years combined after police uncovered their brutal reign of terror involving chainsaws and firearms.

Chilling 'Kill Squad' note found in Revesby home

Shocking discovery in Sydney's Revesby as police uncover handwritten 'kill list' naming multiple targets during routine search operation. Exclusive details emerge about the investigation.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Who Will Win?

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, pitting iconic species against each other in a battle for avian supremacy that captures the nation's heart.

Helen Garner writes book on mushroom murder case

Acclaimed Australian author Helen Garner returns with a compelling investigation into the Erin Patterson mushroom poisoning case that shocked the nation, exploring the dark truths behind the Leongatha tragedy.

Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open

The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative

Vote for Australian Bird of the Year 2025

The prestigious Australian Bird of the Year competition returns for 2025, featuring 50 remarkable native species vying for the coveted title. Discover the contenders and make your voice heard in this celebration of Australia's extraordinary avian diversit

Australian Bird of the Year: Beyond the Popular Vote

Discover how Australia's beloved Bird of the Year competition has evolved into a powerful conservation movement, raising awareness about threatened species and driving environmental action beyond the popular vote.

Police raid uncovers alleged drug lab in Melbourne suburb

Exclusive: Victorian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated alleged drug manufacturing operation in a quiet Melbourne suburb, with police making multiple arrests and seizing substantial quantities of chemicals and equipment.

Missing 4-year-old girl in Australian outback search

Emergency services launch massive land and air operation to find Cleo Smith, who vanished from remote campsite in Western Australia. Police fear she may have wandered into bushland as community joins search effort.

October's Best Australian Books: Dalton, Lee & Leong

Discover this month's hottest Australian releases featuring Trent Dalton's epic love story, Bri Lee's powerful fiction debut, and Melissa Leong's culinary memoir that will tantalise your taste buds.

Australian Gaza Flotilla Activists Detained by Israel

Australian citizens participating in a humanitarian flotilla to Gaza have been detained by Israeli authorities, prompting urgent diplomatic efforts from Canberra to secure their release and obtain crucial information about their welfare.

ATO chases decades-old tax debts from Australians

The Australian Taxation Office is aggressively pursuing taxpayers for debts dating back 20+ years, using new powers to recover money many believed was written off. Thousands face unexpected financial shocks.

RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Political Pressure

The Reserve Bank of Australia has maintained its current interest rate stance, opting for caution amid economic uncertainty despite political tensions. Analysis reveals the central bank's delicate balancing act between inflation concerns and economic grow

Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry

Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.

Teenager Phoebe Bishop murdered in Queensland town

The community of Gin Gin is in shock after the tragic murder of 18-year-old Phoebe Bishop. A 19-year-old man has been charged as police continue their investigation into this devastating incident.

Miranda Tapsell on Love, Heritage & Reshaping Australian Cinema

Award-winning Australian actor Miranda Tapsell discusses her groundbreaking career, the profound influence of her Larrakia heritage, and her mission to reshape how Indigenous stories are told on screen in this powerful and intimate interview.

Australia's £50BN Debt Interest Time Bomb

Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.

Police Impersonator Jailed For Preying On Elderly

A Victorian con artist who posed as a police officer to steal thousands from the elderly in a sophisticated phone scam has been sentenced to jail. Read the full story of deception and the police warning.

TV Legend Roger Climpson Dies Aged 93

The broadcasting world mourns the loss of Roger Climpson, the revered Australian newsreader and 'This Is Your Life' host, who has died peacefully at 93. Remembered for his iconic voice and six-decade career.

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