Australia

A woman has been caught in a compromising position that shocked cafe goers.

‘Vile’: Morning coffee interrupted by shocking street act

Diners were left stunned after a confronting act unfolded in full view outside a busy Brisbane cafe on Sunday morning.

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Wright Prospecting’s Angela Bennett, left, and Hancock Prospecting’s Gina Rinehart had gone head-to-head in a multibillion-dollar legal battle over mining royalties.

Wright family and Rinehart both claim wins in mining battle

Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting and Angela Bennett’s Wright Prospecting have both had partial wins in a multimillion-dollar legal battle over some of the world’s most valuable iron ore areas.

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The Duke of Sussex in the audience before taking part in a Q&A session during a visit to Movember at the Western Bulldogs HQ at Mission Whitten Oval, in Footscray.

Harry and Meghan’s tour: Royals split up

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are in Australia for their unofficial royal tour that has divided the nation, with the royals splitting up on day two.

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Wanted fugitive’s run ends in violent baseball bat altercation.

Wanted Aussie dead after alleged baseball bat detention

A wanted criminal, who police had warned the public not to approach, has died after an alleged citizen’s arrest involving two men and a baseball bat in a park.

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More than 2000 Lego sets from an Aussie collection are up for grabs.

Mammoth $1 sale after Lego collector parts with 50-year haul

More than 2000 building block sets are up for grabs in the major sale.

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Shortly after the PM announced General Coyle’s historic appointment, a wave of derogatory messages began appearing on military forums and online news articles, with some labelling her selection ‘tokenistic’. 

Sexist comments toward new Army Chief labelled ‘despicable’

Shortly after the PM announced General Coyle’s historic appointment, a wave of derogatory messages began appearing on military forums and online news articles, with some labelling her selection ‘tokenistic’.

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Kyle Sandilands may be open to settling his multimillion-dollar legal case with former employers ARN.

Settlement shock that could rock Kyle’s case against ARN

Sandilands was sacked by the company for ‘serious misconduct’ after an on-air clash with his co-host Jackie ‘O’ Henderson on February 20.

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Family and friends are mourning the loss of Jamie Cusack as police continue investigating the circumstances of his death in Bali.

Australian man identified after Bali hotel tragedy

His partner has shared an emotional tribute as police continue inquiries into his death.

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Why police won’t answer this one big Dezi Freeman question.

Dezi question police won’t answer weeks after death

Cop killer Dezi Freeman was shot dead in a standoff with police, but cops are not answering this one question.

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Jackson Warner claims his cricketing great father Shane (inset) died as a result of the COVID-19 vaccination.

Shane Warne’s son drops bombshell claim about dad’s death

Cricketing great Shane Warne’s son claims his father was killed as a result of a government mandate.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA- NewsWire Photos, APRIL 14, 2026. Harry and Meghan visit the Royal ChildrenÃs Hospital in Melbourne. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have begun a four-day visit to Australia in Melbourne. 
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Harry and Meghan mobbed by fans in first appearance

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made their first appearance, kicking off their quasi royal Australia tour.

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Roblox is making two major changes after grooming claims.

Roblox reveals underage change after grooming claims

A controversial gaming platform has made a major change for children and teens after shock grooming claims.

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The Federal Opposition is considering expanding paid parental leave to 12 months as families cry out for more support.

Opposition’s bombshell suggestion to forever change childcare in Australia

The Coalition is weighing up a range of reforms as families cry out for more support.

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(L-R) Newly appointed Chief of Army Lieutenant General Susan Coyle, Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, newly appointed Chief of the Defence Force (CDF) Vice Admiral Mark Hammond and newly appointed Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Matthew Buckley.

How Australia’s new Defence bosses climbed to top ADF roles

Australia’s top military leadership will be reshaped in July, with three long-serving officers stepping into the most powerful roles in the Defence Force after decades spent rising through its ranks.

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