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New AFR RedBridge poll shows Labor under pressure as Albanese and Chalmers hit record lows

Labor has been dealt another blow, with a fresh poll showing voters turning sharply against the government and its two most senior figures.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 08:08:55 GMT

Former Bachelor star Sam Wood arrested over alleged domestic violence incident

The 46-year-old, who lives in Melbourne, had been holidaying in Noosa when the alleged attack took place.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:28:13 GMT

Ben Harvey: $13 Dagwood dogs and a serious need for Ozempic, Perth Royal Show has lost the plot

$13 Dagwood dogs, $35 parking and a serious need for Ozempic. Welcome to the Perth Royal Show.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:00:17 GMT

Bosnia votes as pro-Russian politician looms large

Bosnia is holding a general election with citizens of all ethnicities focused on everyday problems

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:33:57 GMT

Telethon 2026: Funding helping researchers to develop world-first test to diagnose sepsis in newborns

Testing newborns for sepsis will be faster and more accurate under a world-first blood test being developed in WA that could save the lives of thousands of babies every year.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 06:33:09 GMT

Auctions flop as home buyers digest rising rates

Australia's auction clearance rates have dropped to nearly their lowest levels of the year as another interest rate rise eats into buyer budgets.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:32:47 GMT

UWA student makes history with NASA internship, sets sights on helping humanity with space science

Growing up in the Kimberley and Goldfields, Alaxandrea O’Brien dreamed of one day making scientific discoveries to benefit humanity.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:18:07 GMT

Regional South Australia and Riverina viewers to lose Network 10 free-to-air channels

Regional households across parts of two states are about to lose access to Network 10, with viewers set to see the free-to-air channels switched off within days.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:17:21 GMT

Trump announces $US90 payments for seniors on Medicare

US President Donald Trump is splashing more cash as the November midterm elections draw nearer, this time offering seniors $US90 to offset health costs.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:32:31 GMT

Donations pour in for families injured in Newcastle Knights send-off crash at Wallsend

In the wake of the shocking Wallsend crash, a remarkable show of community support has emerged for the injured and their families.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 02:59:24 GMT

Riders rally over potholes as land tax cut locked in

Land taxes will be slashed regardless of who wins Victoria's election in a pledge that could save 250,000 people sizeable sums.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 01:23:11 GMT

FlyDubai co-pilot Hammam al-Hammami investigated by Australian counter-terrorism team over alleged local links

The alleged hijacking of a FlyDubai flight has sparked a counter-terrorism investigation into the co-pilot’s Australian links.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 01:06:17 GMT

'Tight ship': public told to expect scant budget help

Households are unlikely to receive significant cost-of-living help in the coming months as the government tries to curb high inflation and rising debt costs.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:51:02 GMT

Trump administration sets up task force on AI

While President Donald Trump has expressly downplayed the need to oversee and regulate AI development, a taskforce has been set up to assess risks.

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:16:59 GMT

Australians urged to apply now as early Christmas casual hiring rush begins

Australians chasing extra Christmas cash have been urged to start applying now, with festive hiring already surging ahead of the holidays.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:53:40 GMT

Jim Chalmers defended by Andrew Charlton after RBA rate hike and inflation surge pile pressure on Labor economy

After a bruising week for Australian households, a senior Labor minister has mounted a striking defence of Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:35:43 GMT

Ethiopian forces retake airport in Tigray: sources

Ethiopia's army has retaken the main airport in the Tigray region, as new clashes with Eritrea have sparked concern about wider regional conflict.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 22:22:43 GMT

Newcastle Knights crash: Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe refused bail over Wallsend crash that injured 10 fans

The teenager accused of crashing into a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans has faced court after 10 people were injured in the horror incident.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:52:23 GMT

Fossil fuel phase-out, climate funds top pre-COP agenda

A Pacific event will set the agenda for the United Nations' global climate summit and groups are calling for Australia to push ambitious goals.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:31:24 GMT

'Never be the same': the grim legacy of October 7

Three years on from the deadliest attack in Israeli history, communities across Australia are reflecting on October 7 and the ensuing war on Gaza.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:01:16 GMT

Israeli strike kills four women in Gaza City: medics

Health officials say five people, including four women, have been killed in an Israeli air strike on an apartment building ‌in Gaza City.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 19:45:08 GMT

Two men fined for illegal catch of Roe’s abalone out of season in November

Two men were prosecuted in a local court last month for illegally taking Roe’s abalone out of season in November last year.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Adrian Barich: The Pope’s five-word message an angry world needed to hear

In a world that feels permanently angry, a few days in France showed the simple joy of being together.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

The Wiggles to appear at Telethon 2026 with Lucia Field and Tsehay Hawkins promising to bring sparkle and joy

Popular Blue and Yellow Wiggles Lucia Field and Tsehay Hawkins will be appearing at this year’s Telethon, and have promised to bring colour, energy and sparkle to the special WA weekend.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Paris police chief says student protests out of control

The police chief of Paris says organisers of a student protest movement have lost control of demonstrations across the country.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:51:48 GMT

Long recovery for victims as Knights crash driver held

A young girl remains in hospital with serious injuries after a car careened into a crowd farewelling the Newcastle Knights ahead of the NRL grand final.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:37:43 GMT

New Greens leader 'angry' on behalf of everyday workers

Reforming the tax system is on new Greens leader David Shoebridge's agenda as he looks to convert Australian voter angst into support for the progressive party.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:32:32 GMT

Ukraine to hit refineries in answer to Russian strikes

Ukraine will target Russia's oil refineries in retaliation as Vladimir Putin plans a new strategy of driving civilians out of major cities.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:35:22 GMT

Hawaii sea arch collapses amid unstable cliffs warning

A popular tourist site and scenic cliff in Hawaii that formed about 550 years ago has collapsed.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:06:18 GMT

Tennessee execution survivor Christa Pike on ventilator, unconscious

Christa Pike 's lawyers have provided the first detailed account of ‌the extent of injuries she suffered during the failed attempt to execute her in Tennessee.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:53:56 GMT

Sixth man bailed over alleged US base terror plot in UK

A UK-Iranian national has been bailed after being arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts at a US-run military air base in England.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 11:14:41 GMT

Telethon ultra-marathon hero Phil Gore rushed to hospital after pushing body to the limit for WA’s sick kids

Doctors misdiagnosed Perth ultra-marathon champion Phil Gore’s painful injury as a simple haematoma and sent him home but he sought a second opinion and discovered something much more dangerous.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:25:39 GMT

Severe thunderstorms hit Sydney after suspected tornado tears through coastal town of Ulladulla

Insane footage showed tornadoes tearing through a small coastal town as severe thunderstorm warnings blanket Sydney and surrounds.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:36:42 GMT

Newcastle Knights crash: NRL grand final horror as 18-year-old P-plater ploughs car into crowd

A Newcastle Knights fan who was injured after an 18-year-old allegedly lost control of a car and ploughed into a crowd has revealed the extent of his injuries from hospital as two others fight for their lives.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 08:11:53 GMT

Indonesia detects new land from Anak Krakatau eruptions

Eruptions from Indonesia's Anak Krakatau volcano have created two new land formations with scientists working to determine whether they are new eruption areas.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:45:03 GMT

Tim Wilson brands Victorian Labor ‘an organised crime cartel’ as One Nation vows jail time for ex-premiers

One of the most senior federal opposition MPs has launched an astonishing attack on Victorian Labor, as One Nation vows to send two former premiers to jail.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 06:33:15 GMT

Australian drivers set for bowser relief as G7 releases 100 million barrels

Australian motorists could soon pay less at the bowser after the G7 struck a deal that was widely supported by US President Donald Trump.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 05:14:50 GMT

Rescue helicopter takes rider to hospital after Melaleuca crash, man in 20s ‘critical’

A ‘critically injured’ quad bike rider has been flown to hospital after a serious crash in Melaleuca on Saturday morning.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 04:33:51 GMT

Girl fights for life after car hits group of NRL fans

Several children were among a group of footy fans injured when a car struck crowds lining a major road to cheer on the NRL grand final-bound Newcastle Knights.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:17:44 GMT

Russian airstrikes choke key bridges in Kyiv

Russia has been launching dozens of fast and relatively cheap jet-powered drones a day at Ukraine, whose defences have struggled against them.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 01:07:41 GMT

Multiple injured, driver appears in court after car ploughs into Newcastle Knights fans to wave at team bus

The P-plater who allegedly hit several Newcastle Knights fans waiting to wave off their team ahead of Sunday’s grand final has appeared in court.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:56:46 GMT

North Korea fires ballistic missile toward sea

North Korea ‌has launched a ballistic missile from the Wonsan area toward the sea off its east coast, with warnings to ships in the area to take precautions.

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 00:04:31 GMT

State shudders to early morning earthquake

The earth moved overnight in a southern capital after the biggest earthquake in three years struck a state, with aftershocks ongoing.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:55:17 GMT

Melbourne and Victoria rocked overnight by state’s biggest earthquake in three years

More than 17,000 Australians were shaken from their sleep by a 4.8 magnitude earthquake, the biggest to hit the state in years.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 22:05:48 GMT

'Rotten apples': how ICAC undid the Liberal Party

Expletive-ridden wire taps, dirt dossiers, secret plots to oust and install politicians and promises of money have all featured in a 10-week corruption probe.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:34:04 GMT

King won't ignore slavery topic on Caribbean tour

King Charles will not avoid discussions on slavery when he visits the Caribbean, but will focus on the "vibrant present and promising future of each country".

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 20:18:47 GMT

Alleged killer of UK ex-minister charged on Farage plot

The man accused of killing former Brexit Party MEP Ann Widdecombe has also been charged over a terror plot against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 19:20:41 GMT

Telethon 2026: Emma Memma brings magic to WA kids at Teach, Speak, Hear two weeks out from the big weekend

With WA’s favourite weekend of the year just two weeks away, beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma has touched down early to spread a little Telethon magic where it matters most.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

G7 bow to US pressure, release diesel, oil stocks

The Trump administration ⁠had reportedly told Germany and France to draw down emergency diesel inventories or face ‌a potential US diesel export ban.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:57:30 GMT

Experts warn about gaps in online video game regulation

The push to compel online gaming providers to comply with the government's online safety regulations is struggling to keep pace with technological growth.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:34:18 GMT

Scientists reveal Saturn’s ‘alien moon’ could support life

Laboratory experiments have strengthened the case for exploring Enceladus after an Earth microorganism remained active in conditions designed to replicate its hidden ocean.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:07:13 GMT

Australia closes Brazil embassy over security alert

Australia's embassy in Brazil has shut its doors ahead of the country's national elections, citing security fears after an alert from the US State Department.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 16:04:00 GMT

Dutch chain bans Meta glasses, over privacy concerns

A Dutch eyewear brand has halted the sale of Meta's Ray-Ban glasses, saying it is concerned about the security implications.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:27:53 GMT

Chinese AI models ‘jailbroken’ into discussing bioweapons and assassinations

Moonshot has launched an internal review after security researchers said safeguards protecting two of its Kimi models could be bypassed with carefully constructed prompts.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 15:06:15 GMT

Axe-wielding FlyDubai co-pilot flagged over 'extremism'

The United Arab Emirates says the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed attacked the captain with the cockpit's crash axe in a "terrorist attack".

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:59:49 GMT

Russian targets Kyiv bridges in new disruption tactic

Russian has targeted three bridges over the Dnipro River in Kyiv, causing traffic chaos in what appears to be a new way to torment the Ukrainian capital.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:45:25 GMT

Jake Douglas Smith, 30, fronts court over video of toddler driving car on Perth street

A man accused of letting a toddler drive a ute down a city road has named ‘Jesus Christ’ as his defender.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:54:04 GMT

Lakeside Joondalup shopping centre: Vincent Azo on radar of gang crime squad probing stabbing

The gang crime squad are on the hunt for a young man as part of their investigation into a violent stabbing at Lakeside Joondalup Shopping Centre.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:34:47 GMT

'Hopeless' gambler with AFL connection guilty of fraud

An addicted gambler posing as a businessman offering high-yield investments has been found guilty of scamming a couple out of $500,000 for wagering.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:53:06 GMT

Flu season in West Australia: School holiday warning as prolonged season linked to travel and AFL Grand Final

Australia is facing a prolonged flu season which could be exacerbated by a spike in interstate travel due to the school holidays and the AFL Grand Final.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:31:15 GMT

Former Liberal politician Bruce Baird dies aged 84

Political heavyweights and family members of former Liberal politician Bruce Baird have reflected on his legacy, after the respected figure died aged 84.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:23:53 GMT

NSW government launches cyber probe after rogue OpenAI model breaches National Parks system

A rogue AI agent has infiltrated another Australian government website, with an investigation now launched to determine the impact.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:08:23 GMT

'Fighting for my life': pilot recalls FlyDubai attack

An Indian pilot hailed as a hero says he fought for his life after his co-pilot stabbed him and the FlyDubai flight began a steep descent.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 08:06:36 GMT

Clashes as France struggles to quell school protests

More unrest has broken out across France, with police using tear gas on students as protests against school conditions become increasingly violent.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:36:32 GMT

‘Nightmare’: Maverick Campers and Caravans collapses owing $500k

A second Australian caravan company is set to go under in the space of just a few weeks.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:56:52 GMT

Torrential rain and thunderstorms to hit millions of Aussies across weekend

You might want to pack the wellies this weekend as dreadful conditions across a large swathe of Australia are set to continue.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:32:20 GMT

Accused WA drug kingpin Arash Ebrahimi Far captured trying to flee Colombian hospital

Notorious alleged drug kingpin ‘The Kid’ has been captured after reportedly spending half a decade in hiding.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:27:00 GMT

How viral video caught Adelaide’s green-fingered botany bandit red-handed

A green-fingered plant pincher has been caught red-handed thanks to the curiosity of a business owner and the power of social media.

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 05:39:30 GMT