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Residents in Pinjarra can return to normal activities after WA Police located the man at the center of today’s armed search. Read the full timeline here.
While the Longwood bushfire destroyed 30 homes and community landmarks in Ruffy, a group of residents stayed behind to save eight properties using vintage equipment.
The internet is buzzing with theories after 25 tonnes of sandstone vanished in Speers Point. From “backyard Great Walls” to aliens, see the wildest theories.
Dementia is confirmed as Australia\’s leading cause of death for 2024, with 62.4% of victims being female. The shift highlights the disproportionate impact on women due to longer life expectancies, creating immense pressure on the healthcare system and demanding urgent national focus on preventative brain health.
Measles alert spans NSW and QLD, linked to a concert and Sydney travel hubs. Health officials stress two vaccine doses for anyone born after 1965, especially before international travel
Melonba grandmother Irene Selmes, 84, was found dead with injuries in October. Police arrested a 50yo woman as the community reels from the suspicious death. No charges have been laid
Baby Elijah died at 115 days old after being assaulted by Benjamin Joseph Swann, who was frustrated by his crying. Swann was jailed for 13 years for the child homicide in a tragic case
The arrest of John Setka, charged with seven counts of menace and harassment, follows his 2024 resignation amid allegations of organised crime infiltration and places further scrutiny on the union\’s administration crisis.
Prime Minister Albanese is set to wed fiancée Jodie Haydon this year in a private, non-political ceremony, confirming they will be surrounded only by \”family and loved ones.\” The nuptials follow their romantic Valentine’s Day engagement at The Lodge.
QantasLink flight QF1972 made a priority landing in Adelaide after smoke was reported. Senator Leah Blyth, one of three politicians onboard, praised the \”very calm\” airline staff
Exotic Athletica, the beloved body-positive Australian activewear brand, announced its closing on Nov 16. It thanked its \”ride-or-die\” community and launched a 70% off stock clearance sale
ASIC is targeting car finance lenders for poor oversight of brokers/dealerships. The watchdog found consumers are defaulting quickly and remaining heavily in debt after vehicle repossession
Rex employees will keep their jobs as US firm Air T takes over. The deal, supported by a $60M federal loan, ensures all regional Australian routes will continue operating seamlessly