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EnvironmentPremiumAussies on high alert for Black Summer 2.0

Millions are being urged to prepare for another possible brutal few weeks of bushfires as communities mark five years since the Black Summer tragedy.

Aisling Brennan

BREAKINGPremiumMajor update on cop allegedly hit with sword

A female police officer has been airlifted to hospital after she was allegedly attacked with a sword, and a man has been charged with attempted murder.

Nathan Schmidt, Hannah Moore

WEATHERPremiumWarning as crazy bushfire ‘out-of-control’

A major warning has been issued over an out-of-control bushfire burning through thousands of hectares of land - all ahead of a scorcher weekend in Australia.

Emma Kirk

NEWSPremium‘Inappropriate’ act over top cop’s dead son

Eight health staff have quit and another 10 have been reprimanded for an appalling act directed at a teenager with a high-profile father.

Blair Jackson

COURTPremiumPharma giant accused of duping Aussies

A major pharmaceutical giant known for its extensive catalogue of healthcare products has been sued over claims it sold Aussies dud cold and flu medications.

Emma Kirk

newsHuge update after dad’s alleged cancer scam

The father who allegedly shaved his son’s head in a grotesque $60,000 cancer scam has been blocked from seeing his children.

Duncan Evans

COURTAlleged murder plotter to face trial

The woman at the centre of an alleged deranged and convoluted love triangle murder plot has been committed to stand trial.

Duncan Evans

NEWSPremiumHow much petrol will cost you over Xmas

Aussie drivers have been warned that fuel prices are expected to rise ahead of the Christmas period. Here’s how much you’re likely to pay in your state.

Clareese Packer, Jessica Wang

NEWSPremiumMajor flaw in Aussie fashion trends

Millions of Aussies are being exposed to increased risks of skin cancer because of a devastating flaw in their fashion choices.

Emma Kirk

WEATHERPremiumWhat weather will be like on Christmas Day

For the majority of Australia, it will be a sunny and bright day for Christmas, with mild temperatures and a slight chance of rain or storms.

Alexandra Feiam

NEWSHero tradies rescue woman from blaze

The two tradies were driving past on their lunch break when they saw the fire and jumped the fence to rescue an elderly woman.

Clareese Packer

CrimeBig update in alleged doctor murder

The man accused of murdering a beloved children’s doctor in a brutal alleged home invasion has entered his pleas, with his partner also in court.

Duncan Evans

newsAlleged wheelie bin killers make huge call

The man and woman accused of terrorising a man with a bucket of acid before killing him and stuffing him into a wheelie bin have made a major move in court.

Duncan Evans

newsChalmers skirts key budget deficit question

Jim Chalmers declined to directly answer whether a total of forecasted $122.1bn in deficits will increase in the mid-year budget update set to be released on Wednesday.

Jessica Wang

SA NewsPremiumMan fighting for life after horror stabbing

The man was rushed to hospital with life threatening injuries after the late night incident.

NewsWire Staff

TravelPremiumTrick to getting cheap flights revealed

This trick could see travellers save hundreds on their flights this festive season, but there’s one snag.

Aisling Brennan

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Couple charged with faking child’s cancer identified

The identity has been revealed of a couple charged after allegedly shaving their child’s head and eyebrows and placing them in a wheelchair to fake a cancer battle and obtain money through fundraising.

Max Corstorphan

NewsPremiumHuge benefit 14m Aussies have weeks to get

Millions of Aussies are rushing to make appointments so they can claim extras from their health insurance before the December 31 cut off.

Emma Kirk

ANIMALSPremiumDire warning over Aussie tourist hotspot

A major warning has been issued to tourists planning to visit an Australian hotspot known for its famous coastal scenery and marine populations.

Emma Kirk

HEALTHPremiumShock new find on older Aussie smokers

New research has revealed why older Aussie smokers are ditching tobacco for a new drug as the price of cigarettes continues to rise.

Emma Kirk

breakingPremiumKid’s head shaved in alleged cancer scam

A couple has been arrested after they allegedly shaved their six-year-old child’s head and put them in a wheelchair as part of a scam to solicit donations.

Thomas Sargeant

The NightlyCouple charged with faking child’s cancer to get donations

A couple has been charged after allegedly shaving their child’s head and eyebrows, placing them in a wheelchair, and wrapping them in bandages to fake a cancer battle and obtain money through fundraising.

Max Corstorphan

UpdatedPremiumFears as Qantas strike hits major airports

Qantas engineers have walked off the job at airports around the country on one of the busiest travel days of the year, leaving travellers worried about their plans.

Alexandra Feiam

CrimeWild details in alleged lover murder plot

Wild new details have emerged about an alleged Lisa Lines murder plot involving blood spatter, triple-0 phone calls and undercover operatives.

Duncan Evans