ANZ OUTAGE: The lender is working to resolve issues with its services

Also - potential record-breaking temps expected during footy finals this weekend.

The PM weighs in what he wants from the AFL Grand Final

Also - Canberra vows to act on the recommendations put forward in the Disability Royal Commission. 

Alan Joyce jail threat downplayed as senate inquiry drags on

Former Qantas CEO could be in contempt of the senate should he fail to appear at an inquiry.

PERMANENTLY GROUNDED: Taipan choppers won't return to flying after death of four soldiers

The Defence Minister has announced they'll be permanently grounded a year before they were scheduled for retirement

At least three lives claimed in Netherlands shooting; Disability Royal Commission findings handed down today; And hot temps for the AFL and NRL grand finals

At least three lives claimed in Netherlands shooting; Disability Royal Commission findings handed down today; And hot temps for the AFL and NRL grand finals

Baby humpback whale freed from shark nets after delicate rescue

Plus, we're in for some more warm weather over the long weekend. 

China lifts yet another trade restriction on Australian imports

China lifts yet another trade restriction on Australian imports

KISS in Australia ahead of rocking the AFL Grand Final

Also - hundreds of ADF personnel to be moved to QLD as part of major restructure. 

Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka cleared in sexual assault trial

A judge cleared him of sexual assault via stealthing. He was charged while down in Australia for the T20 world cup 

Central Coast Mariners appoint Mark Jackson club manager

Plus, two Medicare Urgent Care Clinics confirmed for the Central Coast. 

Defence shakeup to be announced today with hundreds of soldiers to relocate; And Kalyn Ponga claims Dally M

Defence shakeup to be announced today with hundreds of soldiers to relocate; And Kalyn Ponga claims Dally M 

QANTAS Chair says he's staying put despite calls for his resignation

QANTAS Chair says he's staying put despite calls for his resignation

BREAKING: Jacinta Allan named the next Premier of Victoria

Dan Andrews officially steps down from the role today.  Photo: Twitter

Inflation is back up, what is means for interest rates

Inflation is up 5.2% for the year to August, putting renew pressure on the RBA to hike up interest rates next week 

Medicare Urgent Care Clinics confirmed for Central Coast

Plus, NSW Government is making it easier for women to get access to the pill.

Mass celebration planned tonight after Dan Andrews steps down as Vic Premier; Sony hacked again; And NRL grand final tickets sell out in minutes

Mass celebration planned tonight after Dan Andrews steps down as Vic Premier; Sony hacked again; And NRL grand final tickets sell out in minutes

Westpac Rescue Helicopter called to assist struggling swimmer at Magenta

Plus, how a short-term rental cap could shape our local housing market. 

Prime Minister pays tribute to Victorian Premier following resignation

Prime Minister pays tribute to Victorian Premier following resignation

ANZ fined millions by the Federal Court; PM responds to calls for Qantas Chairman to go

Also today - The Wiggles are getting their own documentary. 

Daniel Andrews has quit as Premier of Victoria

He will resign at 5pm tomorrow 

Police probe further allegations against Russell Brand; And Lachie Neale takes home Brownlow Medal for second time

Police probe further allegations against Russell Brand; And Lachie Neale takes home Brownlow Medal for second time

Koori Knockout coming to Tuggerah for October long weekend

Plus, how Labor has fared after six months in state government. 

Australia extends it's tariffs on Russian goods for another two years

Australia extends it's tariffs on Russian goods for another two years

Federal Government unveils major new employment blueprint

Federal Government unveils major new employment blueprint

Mike Pezzullo stands down over leaked texts

The secretary of the home affairs department has been embroiled in controversy after texts emerged he attempted to influence government affairs. 

Crackdown unveil $400m NDIS fraud; Treasurer to release Employment White Paper today; And airports brace for footy fans this grand final week

Crackdown unveil $400m NDIS fraud; Treasurer to release Employment White Paper today; And airports brace for footy fans this grand final week

First F1 podium for Aussie driver Oscar Piastri

The Aussie rookie finished third at the Japanese Grand Prix.

Cream-covered pancake pushed into face of NT Chief Minister

NT Police are investigating the alleged assault near Natasha Fyles' electoral office in Darwin.

$45 million returned to businesses hit by cyber scams

AFP has returned tens of millions to Australian businesses. 

A new skills passport could be on the way

Nothing to do with flying, it's for job seekers to upload their skills and easily share with potential employers 

Thrilling AFL and NRL Grand Finals locked in

A repeat of 02 and 03 for Collingwood and Brisbane while the Broncos eye their first premiership since 2006 when they meet Penrith 

A crackdown on video games which simulate gambling & finals footy fever

A crackdown on video games which simulate gambling & finals footy fever

Footy finals fever injects $10M into Brisbane

Footy finals fever hits Brisbane today as a massive weekend of AFL and NRL preliminary games continues at a sold-out GABBA and Suncorp Stadium.  

Collingwood scrapes into AFL grand final

A single point has sealed Collingwood a spot in this year's AFL grand final, the Magpies defeating GWS in front of more than 97,000 fans at the MCG. 

Footy fever hits ahead of AFL and NRL preliminary finals tonight

Also today - the new CEO of Qantas issues an apology. 

NAB fined by the Federal Court for incorrectly charging customers fees

Also - Australian airports swamped ahead of the AFL and NRL preliminary finals. 

New Qantas CEO offers apology to disgruntled customers

Vanessa Hudson says the airline is vowing to do better 

Will industrial action threaten Australia's chicken supply?

More than 1000 workers walk off the job at Ingham's factories in Adelaide and Perth

Firefighting legend Fred Parkhouse hangs up helmet after 50 years

Plus, the Ettalong Channel reopens for the first time since June. 

Rupert Murdoch steps down from media empire; And nation's airports to be busy amid footy fever

Rupert Murdoch steps down from media empire; And nation's airports to be busy amid footy fever

A lucky escape for two on board a crashed helicopter in Sydney

A lucky escape for two on board a crashed helicopter in Sydney

The Opposition Leader isn't happy about the terms of the pandemic inquiry

Also today - the ARIA nominations are out. 

Reid Partlett pleads guilty to firing nail gun at moving cars on M1

The 20-year-old tradie was arrested over the incident in January. 

Three experts to probe Australia's response to the pandemic

An independent panel including experts in public health, government and economics will lead the probe, with a final report slated for September 2024.

Kids rescued from locked car at Hamlyn Terrace during hottest day on record

Plus, this weekend marks the official launch of our region's beach patrol season. 

PM to announce Covid inquiry today; And price gouge probe begins

PM to announce Covid inquiry today; And price gouge probe begins

Miraculous escape for QLD firefighting pilot following chopper crash

Miraculous escape for QLD firefighting pilot following chopper crash

Bushfires across the eastern states keep emergency crews busy; Australia Post chasing thousands of Christmas casuals

Also today - Victorian Police speak after shooting dead alleged wanted fugitive. 

Plea for help to find 13-year-old Kobi

He's known to frequent Gosford

Fugitive Stanley Turvey gunned down in northern Victoria

The two-state manhunt ended during a confrontation with Special Operations Group officers.

'Rosie' female Eastern Osprey nesting at stadium dies unexpectedly

Plus, bushfires are burning across every state and territory apart from South Australia. 

Wyong Hospital, Gosford waterfront big winners in NSW State Budget

Plus, the chase for this year's Central Coast Rugby Union title is heating up. 

Welfare payments increase for 5.5m Aussies today; And Cathy Freeman backs the Voice in new video

Welfare payments increase for 5.5m Aussies today; And Cathy Freeman backs the Voice in new video

Bushfires are burning in almost every state, one at Emergency level

Bushfires are burning in almost every state, one at Emergency level

BREAKING: El Niño event officially declared for Australia

We are being warned to expect warmer, drier temps until the end of summer as a result. 

It's been revealed the RBA came close to raising rates earlier this month; Catastrophic fire danger rating issued for parts of NSW

Also today - footy fans chasing finals tickets are being warned about scammers.

A plan for housing, a pay rise for teachers and toll caps: NSW Budget explained

Man charged with attempted murder over ANU attack

The 24-year-old is accused of striking a male student with a frying pan, before stabbing two women and punching another man.

20 schools close amid heatwave; Rallies outside No campaign meeting overnight; And Scott Morrison religious memoir on the way

20 schools close amid heatwave; Rallies outside No campaign meeting overnight; And Scott Morrison religious memoir on the way

Total fire ban declared for Central Coast due to hot and windy weather

Plus, what's in store for the region ahead of today's state budget. 

Three hospitalised in alleged stabbing at a Canberra university

Three hospitalised in alleged stabbing at a Canberra university

Former Married At First Sight host Dr Trisha Stratford has reportedly died

Also - tonight is the cutoff for eligible voters to register for the Indigenous Voice referendum. Image: Nine

Lift your game or face regulation - that's the federal government's message to popular dating apps

Canberra is calling on the online dating industry to create a new voluntary "code of practice" to ensure the safety of users.

BREAKING: Police on site after confirmed shooting at Forresters Beach

It's alleged two shots were fired into a home on Lowana Avenue. 

DV to be considered in property disputes as part of legal overhaul released today; Dating apps given ultimatum; And bushfire concerns continue for East Coast

DV to be considered in property disputes as part of legal overhaul released today; Dating apps given ultimatum; And bushfire concerns continue for East Coast

Dredging of Ettalong Channel to be completed six weeks ahead of schedule

Plus, the Terrigal MP is pushing for the regional seniors travel card to be reinstated. 

Broadcasters launch investigation into Russell Brand; And RBA welcomes new governor today

Broadcasters launch investigation into Russell Brand; And RBA welcomes new governor today

Fast moving bushfire prompts evacuation in parts of Central QLD

Fast moving bushfire prompts evacuation in parts of Central QLD

Qatar Airways CEO disappointed by choice to block more flights into Aus

Qatar Airways CEO disappointed by choice to block more flights into Aus

Large turnouts at Indigenous Voice 'yes' rallies across the country

Large crowds have gathered in Brisbane and Melbourne, encouraging Aussies to vote for constitutional change.

Investigators racing to find what sparked Listeria outbreaks

Outbreaks have been detected in three states, with nine cases reported, including five in Queensland hospitals. 

State funeral offered to AFL legend; Woman mauled by rottweilers

Plus Russell Brand responds to rape allegations. 

Russell Brand accused of sexual assault; tens of thousands expected at Voice rallies

Plus a warning for runners ahead of country's biggest marathon. 

TikTok slapped with huge fine for how it handled kid's data

TikTok slapped with huge fine for how it handled kid's data

Warmer weather triggers fire and beach warnings

Parts of New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria could see temps as high as fifteen degrees above average. 

Ex Spanish football boss given restraining order following World Cup kiss

Ex Spanish football boss given restraining order following World Cup kiss

Stand at Sydney Olympic Park named after Olympic legend Cathy Freeman

Also today - three states brace for an early taste of summer this weekend.  Photo - Community Spirit Foundation 

Former Sydney school teacher Chris Dawson sentenced over relationship with student

Also today - airports bracing for school holiday chaos as two states go on break.

Airports busy as multiple school holidays and footy semis kick off; And heatwave to sweep country's south-east

Listen to hear the latest from Brisbane Airport and the Bureau of Meteorology

Raging house fire destroys home in Jilliby overnight

Plus, the Central Coast is on track to record a worse road toll than last year. 

Joe Biden's son indicted; Aussies on stranded cruise ship freed; And do aliens exist? NASA releases UFO report

Joe Biden's son indicted; Aussies on stranded cruise ship freed; And do aliens exist? NASA releases UFO report

90 Aussies remain stranded after Greenland cruise ship ran aground

90 Aussies remain stranded after Greenland cruise ship ran aground

Why is the price of petrol so high at the moment? Experts weigh in

Also today - the southeast of the country warned it's going to be hot this weekend. 

Housing future fund passes parliament; Unemployment remains steady

The 10 billion dollar housing future fund has officially passed parliament after a two month stalemate. 

90 Aussies stuck on stranded cruise; Federal Court to decide Qantas penalties; And footy fans warned of scalpers

90 Aussies stuck on stranded cruise; Federal Court to decide Qantas penalties; And footy fans warned of scalpers

Driver taken to hospital after vehicle rollover at Tumbi Umbi

Plus, what the region's only Liberal MP would like to see in the state budget.

Major changes on the way to drastically reduce smoking in Australia

Major changes on the way to drastically reduce smoking in Australia

The government's affordable housing bill clears senate hurdle

Also - music superstar Taylor Swift cleans up at the MTV VMAs. 

Qantas high court appeal dismissed

The airline was trying to overturn the finding, sacking workers during the pandemic was illegal 

Coach-less Mariners launching AFC Cup campaign in seven days

Plus, a chance to remember those lost in the horrific Greta bus tragedy. 

Apple unveils iPhone15 with new charging port; Qantas to learn fate in High Court today; And at least 2,000 dead in Libya flooding

Apple unveils iPhone15 with new charging port; Qantas to learn fate in High Court today; And at least 2,000 dead in Libya flooding Image: Apple

Yes Campaigner under fire for labeling no voters 'racist' or 'stupid'

Yes Campaigner under fire for labeling no voters 'racist' or 'stupid'

Public memorial announced for Hunter Valley bus tragedy victims

Also today - a worrying new study shows a quarter of Australian teens have vaped. 

New revelations of sexism at parliament house

Former coalition minister Karen Andrews has revealed she was subjected to sexist and offensive behaviour from male colleagues 

Morocco death toll nears 2,700; Housing bill to pass Senate this week; And the least ethical workers revealed

Morocco death toll nears 2,700; Housing bill to pass Senate this week; And the least ethical workers revealed

Nick Montgomery leaving Mariners; Young boy dies in Norah Head crash

Plus traffic back to normal after explosion on M1. 

Tragedy on NSW's Central Coast after a 14 y/o get behind the wheel

Tragedy on NSW's Central Coast after a 14 y/o get behind the wheel

The Housing Australia Future Fund to pass parliament - meaning more social and affordable homes

Also today - the National Drowning Report shows more adults getting into trouble in the water. 

Novak now tied with Australia's Margaret Court on 24 grand slams

He picked up his fourth US open title this morning 

BREAKING: Spanish football boss finally quits over World Cup kiss

The controversy in Sydney last month sparked global criticism