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 

Pokies in northern pubs expose locals to possible gambling harm.

An Aussie first pharmacy trial in our region

Plus: Calls for QLD to follow NSW to tackle vaping

Calls for QLD to follow NSW, with vape addiction support

Plus: An 18-year-old charged in relation to the alleged attempted robbery and stabbing of a taxi driver, has had his case heard in a Townsville court. 

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

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. 

18 year old charged over alleged cabbie robbery

Plus: a potentially quieter cyclone season 

The Catholic school negotiations continue

Plus: Community support may be the solution to helping our cabbies under attack

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

Calls for community support after cabbie attack

Plus: Catholic School negations and bad sleep could lead to obesity? 

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 blow for Collingwood ahead of the AFL Grand Final

The Pies will be missing a star forward for the big game.

Brisbane's the sporting capital of Australia today.

The city's hosting AFL and NRL prelims as Collingwood and Penrith win through to the grand final.

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 

Chinese Uni students targeted in Scam

Plus: a taxi driver has been stabbed in Garbutt

Will industrial action threaten Australia's chicken supply?

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

Taxi driver stabbed in Hermit Park

Plus: a scam targeting Chinese students 

New metal plant in Garbutt

Plus: Queensland scientists tackling cane grubs

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. 

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.

QCOSS says we urgently need a better plan for social housing

Plus, Minister Craig Crawford on the challenges of recruiting for the Child Safety Sector.

The KAP's call out for insurance costs to be brought down

Plus, QPS seized $13-million-dollars worth of illicit drugs and laid 981 charges last week.

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. 

Fugitive Stanley Turvey gunned down in northern Victoria

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

It's Emergency Ready Week and time to prepare for summer

Plus, an expert says it could be hard to track everyone who was affected by the recent Listeria outbreak.

Bushfire High Alert in place for residents in Nome and Julago

Plus, 30 packages containing illicit drugs have been seized across Townsville and Cairns.

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.

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.

JCU scientist finds endangered parrot is threatened with pathogen

Plus, the Premier warns of a higher fire risk across the State.

MP Robbie Katter says science is skewed when it comes to gillnets

Plus, a specialist police operation has led to 25 people charged with over 90 offences.

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

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.

Jamal Shibasaki awarded Mal Meninga Cup Player of the Year

Plus, new study shows narcissists are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories.

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

Firefighters continue to fight blazes across Townsville

Plus, Townsville's Ergon Energy headquarters and depot recently went into lockdown following an increase in threats and abuse.

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. 

Two prominent Australians die .. and a big day for the Yes campaign.

We'll tell you who the two veteran Australians are who've sadly passed away.

Australia loses a rock legend .. and AFL footy fever moves to Adelaide tonight.

Tributes for an Aussie rock great .. and all eyes on Adelaide tonight for the second AFL semi final. 

The YES vote for a voice to parliament steps up its campaign.

Rallies, concerts and a new ad blitz all part of a new push for the YES campaign.

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.

Consumer goods needlessly going to landfill

Plus: North Queensland's Dams could spill over the summer and A Crime scene has been set up at a Railway Estate Property following a large house fire early this morning. 

A Crime scene has been set up at a Railway Estate Property

Plus: North Queensland's Dams are so full they could SPILL over the summer and Mountains of unsold consumer goods are "needlessly" going to landfill.. amid a cost-of-living crisis. 

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

Water management authorities say future dam spills are a possibility in nth QLD

Plus: Regional Queenslanders are SLOWLY getting on board with electric cars...  and The charity sector is "on it's knees" 

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. 

The Great Barrier Reef isn't in Danger...for now

Plus: Hazard Reduction Burns getting underway in Townsville and Sexual assault support groups have welcomed law changes, which will allow accused rapists and sexual offenders, to be named from October.

The great spring clean gets underway this Saturday

Plus: Townsville's facing a heightened bushfire season as growth booms from TWO generous wet seasons and North Queensland Cowboys Captain, Talisha Harden, is one of three local women selected for the Australian Prime Minister's XIII squad. 

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

Controlled burns to begin next week

Plus: Townsville's most dangerous roads have been revealed and VAL HOLMES has missed out on being selected for the Prime Minister's XIII 

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. 

Community consultation on youth detention sentencing model

Plus: Townsville hospital at capacity and full steam ahead for the construction of a new ambulance station 

Qantas high court appeal dismissed

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

Townsville Hospital hit capacity for over 70 hours in 3 months

Plus: Community consultation on the Katter's youth detention sentencing model and A new purpose-built ambulance station

Construction full steam ahead on new ambulance facility

Plus: Community consultation on the Katter's youth detention sentencing model is underway across North Queensland and Star prop, LILLIAN YARROW, will have to wait until next year to make her NRLW debut.

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 

Educators and support staff at catholic schools across Townsville will today vote on a new enterprise bargaining agreement

Plus: A teenager has been charged following a two-vehicle crash involving a marked police car and a call for public support to urge the Federal Government to BUY-OUT aviation giant, QANTAS.

Northerners on low incomes - are essentially being punished for being poor.

Plus: a 13 year old charged with dangerous driving and property crime and Should the Federal Government be forced to buy-out QANTAS?

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

Teenager charged following crash involving Police Car

Plus: Should the Federal Government buy out Qantas? and tackling Yellow Crazy Ants

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