Victoria

New security measures are in place at Avalon Airport, which has reopened after passengers tackled a teen who allegedly tried to force his way into the cockpit of a Jetstar flight with a gun.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the serious runway excursion.

The man had left his motel to go for a walk but never returned.

Police have uncovered a horrific scene after a welfare check turned into a murder investigation following the discovery of a woman’s body with multiple stab wounds. 

An accused baby murderer allegedly told the boy’s mother she should take hold of the crying infant before he killed him.

A bid to boost police numbers will see one force drop requirements including an entrance exam and psychological testing to help fill 1000 vacancies.

A woman and her neighbour’s dog have been killed during an afternoon walk, after being hit by a car driven on the wrong side of the road.

There are delays of up 40 minutes.

7NEWS can exclusively reveal that there is now a $1 million reward being offered to help solve the fatal car bombing.

A security guard was also stabbed during the incident.

Daniel O'Shea's mother has faced off with his killer during a pre-sentence hearing where she expressed her heartbreak at losing her son in a violent shooting.

A list of 19 exposure sites has been released as health authorities warn two measles cases were likely acquired within the local community.

One Australian couple are now $30 million richer after holding the only division one Powerball ticket, with the winner revealing the unbelievable way he selected the numbers.

A man has been arrested after a teenage boy was struck down and killed by a car that police allege was deliberately aimed at a group walking along the road.

Eleven men were pictured, wearing all black and with their faces concealed, prior to a soccer game.