National News
‘Malcolm Turnbull’s actions are pathetic’
Gemma Wilson and wires BILL Shorten has slammed the PM over his treatment of Kevin Rudd as he pushed for Aboriginal people to be included in the royal commission into child detention in the NT.
‘This decision is embarrassing’
FORMER Labor foreign minister Gareth Evans has slammed the PM’s decision not to support Kevin Rudd’s UN bid as Rudd released private letters from Turnbull.
Social media brag costing your privacy
TECHNOLOGY has made travel easier in many ways, but it’s also created a new set of security risks travellers may not be aware of when on holidays.
Rising shares many miss out on
A REBOUND on the sharemarket has delivered Aussies strong investment gains, but many mum-and-dad investors are missing out.
MH370 wing part’s crucial clues
THE largest piece of MH370 debris recovered to date could provide vital information about the ill-fated flight’s final moments.
‘Evil 8’ pedophile fights jail sentence
THE “Evil 8” pedophile dad who repeatedly raped and pimped out his daughter is challenging his 22-year jail sentence. WARNING: Graphic.
Prince Harry reunites with orphan pen pal Mutsu Potsane
THE 15-year-old first met the royal a decade ago when Harry was visiting Africa on his gap year. The exchange sparked a longstanding friendship, corresponding regularly ever since.
2016 Sony World Photography Awards
Got a great pic? Why not enter it into the Sony World Photography Awards? Check out the competition from these amazing entries.
Lambogan Sydney’s Lambogan did it ‘for a laugh’
THE Sydney grandfather who turned heads around Western Sydney when he hooked up a trailer full of goats to the back of his luxury sports car said he was just doing it for a bit of fun.
Breakthrough Anti-obesity push targets 200,000 kids
CHILDREN in some of the most obesity-riddled regions in the state will be targeted as part of an “unprecedented” new strategy aimed at breaking the cycle.
Developing Highway closed after car, truck collide
THE New England Highway has been closed just outside of Stanthorpe after a serious traffic crash.
Pick axe ‘They’re armed, they’re threatening’
POLICE have established a taskforce to catch two masked men allegedly responsible for a string of brazen armed robberies across Brisbane.
Peaceful protest Hundreds rally against youth detention scandal
ABOUT 300 people attended a rally outside of Parliament House on Saturday to protest against the treatment of indigenous youth being kept in detention.
Live review Review: The Cure’s epic musical masterclass
THREE hours, four encores, 34 songs — and a glorious celebration of one of the world’s most unique rock bands. Our reviewer says The Cure’s concert was one of the best gigs Adelaide will see this year.
Little earners Mini models raking in big bucks
MELBOURNE’S top child models are earning up to $5000 for a single day’s work — and the most popular aren’t just the prettiest.
Facebook ban Custody row judge bans cyber-sledging
A DISGRUNTLED dad is under court orders to stop sniping at his ex-girlfriend on social media after calling her “bat sh-t crazy” on Facebook.
Anti-racism rally ‘Muslims welcome, racists are not’
POCKETS of small but vocal protesters descended on Murray Street Mall in Perth on Saturday afternoon at an anti-racism rally.
Quick response Driver snaps power pole in Balga crash
AN elderly driver has escaped serious injury after ploughing into a power pole at a Balga shopping centre on Saturday.
Health plan Big hikes in cigarette selling fees, fines
TASMANIANS selling cigarettes to children will face the equal highest penalties in the nation, under a plan aimed at cutting smoking rates.
TasWeekend Why rescuing animals takes such a toll
EMMA Haswell of Brightside Farm Sanctuary is a voice for the voiceless and provides a haven for an endless stream of unwanted creatures – but at what personal cost?
Giles knew Chief Minister admits seeing Don Dale footage
CHIEF Minister Adam Giles yesterday admitted seeing footage of youths being tear-gassed at Don Dale before it aired on 4 Corners on Monday night — despite earlier denying that he had done so
Simone’s memory honoured Fallen Cup jockey’s epic tribute
SIMONE Montgomerie would have looked down from above and smiled
Rezoning allows homes on prized site
ABOUT 400 new homes are expected to be built on the fringe of a town on the Bellarine Peninsula after the farming land was rezoned.
Man rammed cop shop over tax refund
UPDATE: A Bonogin man allegedly rammed his car into the Mudgeeraba Police Station in anger at not receiving his tax refund.
Police release CCTV footage
NEW footage involving the terrifying attack on a woman on an Innisfail footpath has been released as police ramp up efforts to catch the culprit.
Waiting for Harry is a cursed time
A TOWNSVILLE bookshop has taken delivery of the latest instalment in the Harry Potter series.
