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The first First Nations Voice to Parliament becomes law

South Australia is today making history - becoming the first jurisdiction in the country to enshrine a First Nations Voice to Parliament.

The first First Nations Voice to Parliament becomes law

South Australia is today making history - becoming the first jurisdiction in the country to enshrine a First Nations Voice to Parliament.

02:31

26 Mar 23

Man shot dead by police in Far North Queensland

An investigation is underway after officers fired their weapons yesterday in Mareeba, west of Cairns.

Man shot dead by police in Far North Queensland

An investigation is underway after officers fired their weapons yesterday in Mareeba, west of Cairns.

02:07

26 Mar 23

Aussie Tik Tok boss breaks silence as Government ban looms

Also making news - Russia to store nuclear weapons in Belarus, and the political shift as Labor claims victory in NSW State Election.

Aussie Tik Tok boss breaks silence as Government ban looms

Also making news - Russia to store nuclear weapons in Belarus, and the political shift as Labor claims victory in NSW State Election.

02:40

25 Mar 23

New NSW Premier; Falling booster shot rates; Anti-trans activist forced out of NZ

The mainland is now wall to wall Labor after Chris Minns declared victory in NSW

New NSW Premier; Falling booster shot rates; Anti-trans activist forced out of NZ

The mainland is now wall to wall Labor after Chris Minns declared victory in NSW

02:42

25 Mar 23

Polling booths close in NSW election with tight result expected

Polling booths close in NSW election with tight result expected

Polling booths close in NSW election with tight result expected

Polling booths close in NSW election with tight result expected

01:37

25 Mar 23

NSW votes - Will the opposition end a decades-long Liberal government?

New South Wales residents are heading to the polls today. 

NSW votes - Will the opposition end a decades-long Liberal government?

New South Wales residents are heading to the polls today. 

02:07

25 Mar 23

NSW votes - Perrottet V Minns

Millions of people across New South Wales are today voting in the state election, as Premier Dominic Perrottet aims to see his party secure a record fourth term by defeating Labor's Chris Minns. 

NSW votes - Perrottet V Minns

Millions of people across New South Wales are today voting in the state election, as Premier Dominic Perrottet aims to see his party secure a record fourth term by defeating Labor's Chris Minns. 

02:11

24 Mar 23

China shuts down demands to sell TikTok

China says it will firmly oppose any forced sale of TikTok, following America's demands for the app's Chinese owners to offload their share of the company.

China shuts down demands to sell TikTok

China says it will firmly oppose any forced sale of TikTok, following America's demands for the app's Chinese owners to offload their share of the company.

02:12

24 Mar 23

'Most disgraceful thing': Senator cries during Nazi symbol debate

Plus four arrested allegedly setting up bank accounts with stolen identities. 

'Most disgraceful thing': Senator cries during Nazi symbol debate

Plus four arrested allegedly setting up bank accounts with stolen identities. 

01:38

24 Mar 23

Chris Dawson tried over alleged sexual relationship with teen

The former Sydney school teacher is headed for trial over allegations he had a sexual relationship with a teen student in the 1980's 

Chris Dawson tried over alleged sexual relationship with teen

The former Sydney school teacher is headed for trial over allegations he had a sexual relationship with a teen student in the 1980's 

01:17

24 Mar 23

Rental properties will stay expensive and harder to find for years to come

It's the new warning from the RBA 

Rental properties will stay expensive and harder to find for years to come

It's the new warning from the RBA 

01:16

24 Mar 23

21 thousand reusable cups to be trialed at Cowboys game

Plus, Townsville Police are asking for public assistance regarding an armed robbery.

21 thousand reusable cups to be trialed at Cowboys game

Plus, Townsville Police are asking for public assistance regarding an armed robbery.

02:08

24 Mar 23

Growing concerns over kids and vaping

Plus, Townsville Police are asking for public assistance regarding an armed robbery.

Growing concerns over kids and vaping

Plus, Townsville Police are asking for public assistance regarding an armed robbery.

03:37

23 Mar 23

World Athletics bans trans women; And AFP investigate after Lidia Thorpe was pulled down by police

Also today, the RBA signals the rental crisis will continue for years and the Tik Tok CEO has fronted US Congress

World Athletics bans trans women; And AFP investigate after Lidia Thorpe was pulled down by police

Also today, the RBA signals the rental crisis will continue for years and the Tik Tok CEO has fronted US Congress

03:59

23 Mar 23

Opposition wants more info, before supporting referendum wording

Opposition wants more info, before supporting referendum wording

Opposition wants more info, before supporting referendum wording

Opposition wants more info, before supporting referendum wording

02:07

23 Mar 23

ADF investigate after chopper ditches into water in NSW

Also today - the proposed referendum question for the Indigenous Voice to parliament is out and the Opposition Leader has questions.  Image: ABC

ADF investigate after chopper ditches into water in NSW

Also today - the proposed referendum question for the Indigenous Voice to parliament is out and the Opposition Leader has questions.  Image: ABC

01:36

23 Mar 23

Tense scenes in Canberra as Lydia Thorpe is pushed to ground by police

The Independent senator was moved on after crashing an anti trans rally 

Tense scenes in Canberra as Lydia Thorpe is pushed to ground by police

The Independent senator was moved on after crashing an anti trans rally 

01:12

23 Mar 23

The PM becomes emotional while announcing the Voice details

Anthony Albanese reveals the official question for voice referendum 

The PM becomes emotional while announcing the Voice details

Anthony Albanese reveals the official question for voice referendum 

01:50

23 Mar 23

Townsville Fire win the WNBL Championship

Plus, welfare groups say the housing crisis is getting worse.

Townsville Fire win the WNBL Championship

Plus, welfare groups say the housing crisis is getting worse.

02:07

23 Mar 23

Townsville Hospital's health crisis

Plus, Future construction project plans for Townsville

Townsville Hospital's health crisis

Plus, Future construction project plans for Townsville

03:37

22 Mar 23

Calls for ATAR to be lifted for teaching; And voice referendum question to be signed off today

Also today, ADF launches probe into chopper crash and Donald Trump is still waiting to be arrested

Calls for ATAR to be lifted for teaching; And voice referendum question to be signed off today

Also today, ADF launches probe into chopper crash and Donald Trump is still waiting to be arrested

03:22

22 Mar 23

3 teenage girls charged over alleged sleepover attack on 13 year old

3 teenage girls charged over alleged sleepover attack on 13 year old

3 teenage girls charged over alleged sleepover attack on 13 year old

3 teenage girls charged over alleged sleepover attack on 13 year old

02:08

22 Mar 23

New data sheds light on the homelessness crisis in Australia

Also today - security upped in NYC and Washington amid talk former US President Donald Trump could be arrested. 

New data sheds light on the homelessness crisis in Australia

Also today - security upped in NYC and Washington amid talk former US President Donald Trump could be arrested. 

01:37

22 Mar 23

Deal struck over the Voice's first parliamentary hurdle

Bi-partisan support has been reached over yes and no campaigning for a voice to parliament. 

Deal struck over the Voice's first parliamentary hurdle

Bi-partisan support has been reached over yes and no campaigning for a voice to parliament. 

01:12

22 Mar 23

New concept: Post Office change rooms

Australia post will trial this in NSW later this year 

New concept: Post Office change rooms

Australia post will trial this in NSW later this year 

01:48

21 Mar 23

How will the new youth justice laws progress?

Plus, man is charged with high range drink-driving.

How will the new youth justice laws progress?

Plus, man is charged with high range drink-driving.

02:08

21 Mar 23

Long wait times for emergency patients

Plus, a 17-year-old has been charged with multiple offences.

Long wait times for emergency patients

Plus, a 17-year-old has been charged with multiple offences.

03:37

21 Mar 23

Rate rise pause could be on the way; Russia and China call talks successful; And NAPLAN timing error leaves students rushing

Also today protestors clash at One Nation event and Donald Trump is still waiting for his arrest

Rate rise pause could be on the way; Russia and China call talks successful; And NAPLAN timing error leaves students rushing

Also today protestors clash at One Nation event and Donald Trump is still waiting for his arrest

04:08

21 Mar 23

Aussies reach new credit card spending record as cost of living rises

Aussies reach new credit card spending record as cost of living rises

Aussies reach new credit card spending record as cost of living rises

Aussies reach new credit card spending record as cost of living rises

02:08

21 Mar 23

RBA considers rate pause

New central bank board minutes indicate a rate pause coming in April 

RBA considers rate pause

New central bank board minutes indicate a rate pause coming in April 

01:09

21 Mar 23

Ticking climate bomb: UN new report

The latest UN climate report  has warned there is limited time to combat global warming and failure to act this decade will have profound consequences for years to come 

Ticking climate bomb: UN new report

The latest UN climate report  has warned there is limited time to combat global warming and failure to act this decade will have profound consequences for years to come 

02:19

21 Mar 23

The alarming rise of homelessness

Plus, health authorities warn of an early flu season.

The alarming rise of homelessness

Plus, health authorities warn of an early flu season.

02:07

20 Mar 23

Amnesty International's outrage over new youth justice laws

Plus, statistics for bomb related offences.

Amnesty International's outrage over new youth justice laws

Plus, statistics for bomb related offences.

03:37

20 Mar 23

Vapes cause seizures and lung injury; Pollies using burner phones for Tik Tok; And Murdoch engaged again

Also today the UN has released a survival guide for humanity, Trump is anticipating his arrest and the Chinese President has sat down with Vladimir Putin

Vapes cause seizures and lung injury; Pollies using burner phones for Tik Tok; And Murdoch engaged again

Also today the UN has released a survival guide for humanity, Trump is anticipating his arrest and the Chinese President has sat down with Vladimir Putin

04:14

20 Mar 23

Latitude Financial suspends it's services as cyber attack continues

Latitude Financial suspends it's services as cyber attack continues

Latitude Financial suspends it's services as cyber attack continues

Latitude Financial suspends it's services as cyber attack continues

02:08

20 Mar 23

The World Happiness Report is out - how did Covid affect the results?

Also today - millions to receive more in Centrelink benefits from today. 

The World Happiness Report is out - how did Covid affect the results?

Also today - millions to receive more in Centrelink benefits from today. 

01:38

20 Mar 23

Former SAS solider arrested

Oliver Schulz is set to be charged over the alleged killing of an Afghan man in 2012  It follows a lengthy investigation into possible war crimes committed by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan 

Former SAS solider arrested

Oliver Schulz is set to be charged over the alleged killing of an Afghan man in 2012  It follows a lengthy investigation into possible war crimes committed by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan 

02:06

20 Mar 23

Debate reignites over pay rises for low income earners

The major unions will make a submission to the fair work commission calling for a 7% increase for low income earners  Canberra agrees they should be paid more but are refusing to put a number on it. 

Debate reignites over pay rises for low income earners

The major unions will make a submission to the fair work commission calling for a 7% increase for low income earners  Canberra agrees they should be paid more but are refusing to put a number on it. 

01:09

19 Mar 23

Obtaining accurate flood history of a property is not easy

Plus, victims of crime on the new youth justice laws.

Obtaining accurate flood history of a property is not easy

Plus, victims of crime on the new youth justice laws.

02:08

19 Mar 23

Victims of Crime on the new youth justice laws

Plus, it's time to prepare for bushfire season.

Victims of Crime on the new youth justice laws

Plus, it's time to prepare for bushfire season.

03:37

19 Mar 23

Welfare payments increase today; And Aussie actor dies snorkelling

Welfare payments increase today; And Aussie actor dies snorkelling 

Welfare payments increase today; And Aussie actor dies snorkelling

Welfare payments increase today; And Aussie actor dies snorkelling 

03:08

19 Mar 23

Popular Tahini product recalled nation-wide over Salmonella fears

Popular Tahini product recalled nation-wide over Salmonella fears

Popular Tahini product recalled nation-wide over Salmonella fears

Popular Tahini product recalled nation-wide over Salmonella fears

02:08

19 Mar 23

Victorian Premier Dan Andrews condemns anti-trans protests

It follows on from yesterday's clashes between LGBTIQ+ groups and far right protesters in Melbourne.

Victorian Premier Dan Andrews condemns anti-trans protests

It follows on from yesterday's clashes between LGBTIQ+ groups and far right protesters in Melbourne.

01:37

19 Mar 23

Defence Minister dismisses claims AUKUS subs will diminish our sovereignty

It's amid concerns Australia could be brought into any US conflict involving Taiwan.

Defence Minister dismisses claims AUKUS subs will diminish our sovereignty

It's amid concerns Australia could be brought into any US conflict involving Taiwan.

02:07

19 Mar 23

Earthquake hits Ecuador, killing at least four people

There's no tsunami threat to Australia following the magnitude 6.9 quake.

Earthquake hits Ecuador, killing at least four people

There's no tsunami threat to Australia following the magnitude 6.9 quake.

01:38

18 Mar 23

Donald Trump claims he 'will be arrested' this week

The former US president is urging his supporters to launch mass protests but his lawyers say there has been no word from prosecutors 

Donald Trump claims he 'will be arrested' this week

The former US president is urging his supporters to launch mass protests but his lawyers say there has been no word from prosecutors 

02:43

18 Mar 23

Almost 400 grand seized at Melbourne Airport

The hefty sum uncovered in a Korean national's carry on luggage.

Almost 400 grand seized at Melbourne Airport

The hefty sum uncovered in a Korean national's carry on luggage.

01:38

18 Mar 23

Victorian firies expecting some reprieve from hot, windy conditions

Temperatures are expected to significantly drop in the coming days - offering relief for those battling blazes across Eastern Australia.

Victorian firies expecting some reprieve from hot, windy conditions

Temperatures are expected to significantly drop in the coming days - offering relief for those battling blazes across Eastern Australia.

01:38

18 Mar 23

Fire bans across three states as temps soar

Firefighters across NSW, SA and Victoria are battling multiple blazes as temps crack 40 degrees and winds peak at 90km/hr. 

Fire bans across three states as temps soar

Firefighters across NSW, SA and Victoria are battling multiple blazes as temps crack 40 degrees and winds peak at 90km/hr. 

02:11

18 Mar 23

Victoria on alert for bushfires as a heatwaves sweeps the east coast

Victoria on alert for bushfires as a heatwaves sweeps the east coast

Victoria on alert for bushfires as a heatwaves sweeps the east coast

Victoria on alert for bushfires as a heatwaves sweeps the east coast

02:08

17 Mar 23

Arrest warrant issued for Russian President over alleged war crimes

Arrest warrant issued for Russian President over alleged war crimes

Arrest warrant issued for Russian President over alleged war crimes

Arrest warrant issued for Russian President over alleged war crimes

02:10

17 Mar 23

Man fighting for life after Sydney light plane crash

Also - a couple of Australian locales make Time Magazine's Greatest Places of 2023 list. Photo: NSW Ambulance

Man fighting for life after Sydney light plane crash

Also - a couple of Australian locales make Time Magazine's Greatest Places of 2023 list. Photo: NSW Ambulance

01:37

17 Mar 23

Parts of Victoria brace for extreme fire risk tomorrow

Also - the PM responds to news we are buying cruise missiles from the US. 

Parts of Victoria brace for extreme fire risk tomorrow

Also - the PM responds to news we are buying cruise missiles from the US. 

01:37

17 Mar 23

One capital city makes TIME's top 50 destinations list - tap to find out

Spoiler: It's not Sydney or Melbourne 

One capital city makes TIME's top 50 destinations list - tap to find out

Spoiler: It's not Sydney or Melbourne 

02:22

17 Mar 23

Alleged armed robbery in Garbutt

Plus, St Patrick's day has been celebrated in QLD for more than 200 years.

Alleged armed robbery in Garbutt

Plus, St Patrick's day has been celebrated in QLD for more than 200 years.

02:07

17 Mar 23

The AUKUS deal continues

Australia set to buy 220 Tomahawk cruise missiles at a cost of 1.3 billion from the US 

The AUKUS deal continues

Australia set to buy 220 Tomahawk cruise missiles at a cost of 1.3 billion from the US 

01:02

17 Mar 23

The QLD Human Rights Commission on detention centres

Plus, Regional Mayors are lobbying for investment ahead of the State and Federal Budget.

The QLD Human Rights Commission on detention centres

Plus, Regional Mayors are lobbying for investment ahead of the State and Federal Budget.

02:08

16 Mar 23

New Youth Justice Laws have passed Parliament

Plus, 1 year old girl in induced coma after swallowing a battery.

New Youth Justice Laws have passed Parliament

Plus, 1 year old girl in induced coma after swallowing a battery.

03:37

16 Mar 23

Uni grads to pay $4.5b increase in student debt; And Guinness rolls out thousands of kegs for St Patrick's Day

Uni grads to pay $4.5b increase in student debt; And Guinness rolls out thousands of kegs for St Patrick's Day

Uni grads to pay $4.5b increase in student debt; And Guinness rolls out thousands of kegs for St Patrick's Day

Uni grads to pay $4.5b increase in student debt; And Guinness rolls out thousands of kegs for St Patrick's Day

03:12

16 Mar 23

Scams are on the rise costing Aussies $53 million in January alone

Scams are on the rise costing Aussies $53 million in January alone

Scams are on the rise costing Aussies $53 million in January alone

Scams are on the rise costing Aussies $53 million in January alone

02:07

16 Mar 23

Working longer for 40% less? The Treasurer weighs in on reports today

Also today - the national unemployment rate has bounced back in February. 

Working longer for 40% less? The Treasurer weighs in on reports today

Also today - the national unemployment rate has bounced back in February. 

01:37

16 Mar 23

The Jobs market rebounds; Latitude Financial victim of a cyber hack

The unemployment rate drops back to 3.5%

The Jobs market rebounds; Latitude Financial victim of a cyber hack

The unemployment rate drops back to 3.5%

01:18

16 Mar 23

Energy price hikes to Gas shortages

AEMO has the warned the east coast gas demand could outstrip supply from 2027

Energy price hikes to Gas shortages

AEMO has the warned the east coast gas demand could outstrip supply from 2027

02:04

15 Mar 23

Surgical abortion services return to North Queensland

North Queensland has been without abortion services since 2021. 

Surgical abortion services return to North Queensland

North Queensland has been without abortion services since 2021. 

02:06

15 Mar 23

The road is long to 'closing the gap'

Uncle Terry Stedman says even in suburban areas, there's still limited access to Aboriginal medical services.

The road is long to 'closing the gap'

Uncle Terry Stedman says even in suburban areas, there's still limited access to Aboriginal medical services.

03:38

15 Mar 23

We could work 2 hours more for 40% less pay unless productivity improves; And gas shortage concerns

We could work 2 hours more for 40% less pay unless productivity improves; And gas shortage concerns

We could work 2 hours more for 40% less pay unless productivity improves; And gas shortage concerns

We could work 2 hours more for 40% less pay unless productivity improves; And gas shortage concerns

03:12

15 Mar 23

Peter Dutton hits back at Paul Keating's criticism of AUKUS

Peter Dutton hits back at Paul Keating's criticism of AUKUS

Peter Dutton hits back at Paul Keating's criticism of AUKUS

Peter Dutton hits back at Paul Keating's criticism of AUKUS

02:08

15 Mar 23

Paul Keating lambasts the AUKUS deal

The former PM has been a vocal critic of the deal 

Paul Keating lambasts the AUKUS deal

The former PM has been a vocal critic of the deal 

01:04

15 Mar 23

Slain officer’s family call for tougher laws for serious repeat offenders

The family of slain police officer, Brett Forte, are calling for tougher laws for serious repeat offenders, following the inquest findings into his death, being handed down yesterday.

Slain officer’s family call for tougher laws for serious repeat offenders

The family of slain police officer, Brett Forte, are calling for tougher laws for serious repeat offenders, following the inquest findings into his death, being handed down yesterday.

01:21

15 Mar 23

Power price surge to hit households heading into winter

The eastern states are facing hikes of between 20 and 30% to kick in from July 

Power price surge to hit households heading into winter

The eastern states are facing hikes of between 20 and 30% to kick in from July 

02:24

15 Mar 23

Power prices to rise by 20% for parts of Oz; And could we be banned from riding scooters in Bali?

Power prices to rise by 20% for parts of Oz; And could we be banned from riding scooters in Bali?

Power prices to rise by 20% for parts of Oz; And could we be banned from riding scooters in Bali?

Power prices to rise by 20% for parts of Oz; And could we be banned from riding scooters in Bali?

02:41

14 Mar 23

All eyes on the Coral Sea weather system

The Bureau of Meteorology says there's a moderate chance of it forming into a cyclone.

All eyes on the Coral Sea weather system

The Bureau of Meteorology says there's a moderate chance of it forming into a cyclone.

03:38

14 Mar 23

US drone struck down by Russian jet; And Australia's drug capitals revealed

US drone struck down by Russian jet; And Australia's drug capitals revealed

US drone struck down by Russian jet; And Australia's drug capitals revealed

US drone struck down by Russian jet; And Australia's drug capitals revealed

03:49

14 Mar 23

Weather Bureau declares an end to La Nina, but issues new warning...

Weather Bureau declares an end to La Nina, but issues new warning...

Weather Bureau declares an end to La Nina, but issues new warning...

Weather Bureau declares an end to La Nina, but issues new warning...

02:08

14 Mar 23

Tap to hear all the details on Australia's new nuclear submarine deal

What's the cost? How many jobs will it create? What's China's reaction? 

Tap to hear all the details on Australia's new nuclear submarine deal

What's the cost? How many jobs will it create? What's China's reaction? 

02:01

14 Mar 23

Second Queensland siege in a week ends, man's body found

An emergency declaration has been lifted in Warwick this morning after an armed man was found dead.

Second Queensland siege in a week ends, man's body found

An emergency declaration has been lifted in Warwick this morning after an armed man was found dead.

01:41

14 Mar 23

Inquest reveals Qld prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses

A joint inquest has revealed Queensland prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses, than other states or territories.

Inquest reveals Qld prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses

A joint inquest has revealed Queensland prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses, than other states or territories.

01:07

13 Mar 23

BREAKING: AUKUS leaders unveil submarine plans - tap to listen

Australia will purchase 3 US subs to fill gap

BREAKING: AUKUS leaders unveil submarine plans - tap to listen

Australia will purchase 3 US subs to fill gap

02:25

13 Mar 23

Joint inquest reveals surprising information regarding Queensland prisoners

A joint inquest, has revealed Queensland prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses, than any other state or territory.

Joint inquest reveals surprising information regarding Queensland prisoners

A joint inquest, has revealed Queensland prisoners are spending longer periods in watch houses, than any other state or territory.

03:38

13 Mar 23

AUKUS announcement just hours away; and we're spending almost $2,000 more a year on groceries

AUKUS announcement just hours away; and we're spending almost $2,000 more a year on groceries

AUKUS announcement just hours away; and we're spending almost $2,000 more a year on groceries

AUKUS announcement just hours away; and we're spending almost $2,000 more a year on groceries

02:55

13 Mar 23

PM meets with UK counterpart ahead of tomorrow's AUKUS talks

PM meets with UK counterpart ahead of tomorrow's AUKUS talks

PM meets with UK counterpart ahead of tomorrow's AUKUS talks

PM meets with UK counterpart ahead of tomorrow's AUKUS talks

02:08

13 Mar 23

The big winners at this years' Oscars announced

Also today - talk thousands of jobs will be created off the back of this AUKUS submarine deal. 

The big winners at this years' Oscars announced

Also today - talk thousands of jobs will be created off the back of this AUKUS submarine deal. 

01:37

13 Mar 23

Soft start for local markets amid US bank collapse; Hollywood's night of nights underway

The ASX 200 was down 0.3 per-cent as investors assess the downfall of Silicon Valley Bank.

Soft start for local markets amid US bank collapse; Hollywood's night of nights underway

The ASX 200 was down 0.3 per-cent as investors assess the downfall of Silicon Valley Bank.

01:35

13 Mar 23

BREAKING: Siege ends after 10-hour standoff

It was a sleepless night for some families in North Qld

BREAKING: Siege ends after 10-hour standoff

It was a sleepless night for some families in North Qld

02:04

12 Mar 23

Crime scene declared at Kirwan residence

A crime scene has been declared in Kirwan after a 50-year-old man has been found deceased. 

Crime scene declared at Kirwan residence

A crime scene has been declared in Kirwan after a 50-year-old man has been found deceased. 

02:06

12 Mar 23

Qld uni developing Strep A vaccine, as aggressive strain circulates country

The state has seen a rise in Step A infections this year, with experts warning an aggressive strain is circulating the country. One Queensland uni is working to develop a vaccine to fight the illness, known to cause minor to serious infections, and in rarer cases, death.

Qld uni developing Strep A vaccine, as aggressive strain circulates country

The state has seen a rise in Step A infections this year, with experts warning an aggressive strain is circulating the country. One Queensland uni is working to develop a vaccine to fight the illness, known to cause minor to serious infections, and in rarer cases, death.

02:03

12 Mar 23

Specialist police respond to active shooter in Kirwan

Multiple residents are still under lock down after police responded to reports of a man with a firearm, alone in a house, late last night. 

Specialist police respond to active shooter in Kirwan

Multiple residents are still under lock down after police responded to reports of a man with a firearm, alone in a house, late last night. 

03:37

12 Mar 23

Emergency unfolding in North Qld; Nuclear sub announcement on the way; And the Oscars kick off this morning

Emergency unfolding in North Qld; Nuclear sub announcement on the way; And the Oscars kick off this morning

Emergency unfolding in North Qld; Nuclear sub announcement on the way; And the Oscars kick off this morning

Emergency unfolding in North Qld; Nuclear sub announcement on the way; And the Oscars kick off this morning

02:56

12 Mar 23

Aussie boxer Tim Tszyu claims first world title after Tony Harris TKO

Aussie boxer Tim Tszyu claims first world title after Tony Harris TKO

Aussie boxer Tim Tszyu claims first world title after Tony Harris TKO

Aussie boxer Tim Tszyu claims first world title after Tony Harris TKO

02:08

12 Mar 23

PM arrives in San Diego ahead of talks with British PM and US President

Australia is expected to announce this week it will purchase up to five Virginia-class submarines from the United States as part of the AUKUS defence pact.

PM arrives in San Diego ahead of talks with British PM and US President

Australia is expected to announce this week it will purchase up to five Virginia-class submarines from the United States as part of the AUKUS defence pact.

02:07

12 Mar 23

Australia and India want to see trade increase $100 billion

That's as the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese finishes up his trip to India. 

Australia and India want to see trade increase $100 billion

That's as the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese finishes up his trip to India. 

02:10

11 Mar 23

Prime Minister hints at nuclear manufacturing jobs for Australia, announcement this Monday

Prime Minister hints at nuclear manufacturing jobs for Australia, announcement this Monday

Prime Minister hints at nuclear manufacturing jobs for Australia, announcement this Monday

Prime Minister hints at nuclear manufacturing jobs for Australia, announcement this Monday

01:38

11 Mar 23

"It's not safe to stay"

An emergency alert has been issued for a North Queensland outback town, which is being swamped by record flood levels. 

"It's not safe to stay"

An emergency alert has been issued for a North Queensland outback town, which is being swamped by record flood levels. 

02:12

11 Mar 23

New research reveals just how tough it is to find a rental

New research reveals just how tough it is to find a rental

New research reveals just how tough it is to find a rental

New research reveals just how tough it is to find a rental

02:04

10 Mar 23

Fresh hope in fighting breast cancer & an Aussie dad's new fortune

Fresh hope in fighting breast cancer & an Aussie dad's new fortune

Fresh hope in fighting breast cancer & an Aussie dad's new fortune

Fresh hope in fighting breast cancer & an Aussie dad's new fortune

02:05

10 Mar 23

NSW Premier calls for life bans for racial abuse at sport games

It follows allegations South Sydney NRL star Latrell Mitchell was targeted by racial abuse during a match Thursday night. 

NSW Premier calls for life bans for racial abuse at sport games

It follows allegations South Sydney NRL star Latrell Mitchell was targeted by racial abuse during a match Thursday night. 

01:38

10 Mar 23

The mother of Australian test captain Pat Cummins has passed away

The Aussie test side will wear black armbands during today's match against India as a mark of respect for Maria Cummins. Our thoughts go out to Pat and his family. 

The mother of Australian test captain Pat Cummins has passed away

The Aussie test side will wear black armbands during today's match against India as a mark of respect for Maria Cummins. Our thoughts go out to Pat and his family. 

01:37

10 Mar 23

Two teenage girls arrested over alleged car theft

Plus, ew research has found, workplace policies to combat ageism, could help Townsville senior staff stay on the job.

Two teenage girls arrested over alleged car theft

Plus, ew research has found, workplace policies to combat ageism, could help Townsville senior staff stay on the job.

02:08

9 Mar 23

Bus driver investigated after school kids hospitalised

Plus, Townsville locals will make a stride and raise awareness about sun safety in this year's Melanoma March on Sunday.

Bus driver investigated after school kids hospitalised

Plus, Townsville locals will make a stride and raise awareness about sun safety in this year's Melanoma March on Sunday.

03:37

9 Mar 23

BREAKING: Several killed in mass shooting in Germany

Many others injured

BREAKING: Several killed in mass shooting in Germany

Many others injured

01:36

9 Mar 23

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