7News Just In

A stolen white Audi led police on a high-speed chase through Sydney's inner west, travelling through the M8 tunnel from Summerhill to Alexandria where it came to a stop on Lawrence Lane. Three occupants fled on foot after the vehicle stopped, with one woman arrested while two men remain at large. The incident began with an attempted break-in at a Spencer Street residence in Summerhill, and police...

Two men remain at large following a high-speed police chase through Sydney's inner west that ended in Alexandria. The pursuit began after an attempted break-in at a Summer Hill home, with the suspects allegedly fleeing in a stolen white Audi through the M8 tunnel before abandoning the vehicle. One woman was arrested at the scene while police continue searching for the two alleged male fugitives wh...

A 49-year-old woman died at the scene of a two-car collision at the intersection of Dalton Road and Burton Street in Lalor just after 6am. The alleged driver of the Mitsubishi, whose passenger was killed, has been arrested and is in custody. The driver of the other vehicle was transported to the Northern Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Victorian teachers have rejected the state government's offer of a 28-32% pay rise, with 57.7% voting against the proposed deal. The Australian Education Union is now planning further strike action, demanding better pay, hard caps on class sizes, and increased school funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government's budget backdown on small business tax changes has drawn criticism for not going far enough, despite attempts to address concerns from the business community. A new $25 million corporate-sponsored AI-powered career coach program is being rolled out in 1,000 Australian schools, sparking debate among teachers and career counsellors about replacing individualised human advice...

More than a million people descended on Lower Manhattan for the New York Knicks NBA Championship Parade, celebrating the team's first win in 53 years. Actor Timothée Chalamet joined the celebrations while Alicia Keys performed on stage, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani paid tribute to the team following the parade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Obama Presidential Center has officially opened in Chicago, with former U.S. President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama unveiling the long-awaited campus dedicated to their White House legacy. The centre combines a museum with community spaces including a library, basketball court and recording studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New research by TikTok reveals one in five Australians believe online content before checking if it's true, while nearly 40 per cent share information without verifying it first. Cyber safety expert Susan McLean discusses the consequences of spreading misinformation, from physical and mental harm to the challenges posed by AI-generated content that appears increasingly realistic. The importance of...

A world-first motor neurone disease database has been established in Queensland through collaboration with the University of Queensland and researchers nationwide. The medical data bank aims to assist global researchers in finding a cure for MND, which affects more than 1,300 Australians. The database launch follows recent high-profile diagnoses including NRL player Jai Arrow and the passing of MN...

The United Arab Emirates has passed a cabinet resolution banning social media access for children under 15, giving companies 12 months to remove all underage accounts. The UAE joins Australia and several other nations including European countries, Britain, Canada, Indonesia, Malaysia and Turkey in implementing age restrictions on social media platforms. UAE residents have expressed support for the...

Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow since the war began, with nearly 200 drones targeting the Russian capital. A major oil refinery was struck for the second time this week, causing significant fires and explosions and injuring at least 17 people. The attack resulted in black rain falling across parts of Moscow and follows Russian strikes on Kyiv the previous week. See omnystudio.c...

A three-year-old boy was allegedly thrown into a crocodile enclosure containing up to 10 crocodiles at Johnsons Zoo in Cambridgeshire by a stranger. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The boy was airlifted from the scene and remains in hospital in critical but stable condition with serious injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyle Sandilands has revealed he spent time with Pauline Hanson's One Nation camp advising on media strategy, though the party has denied he is working with them in any capacity. The former radio star made the disclosure during an hour-long interview on the Game Changers Radio podcast, where he also discussed his fallout with Jackie O'Henderson and plans to launch a new subscription-based show. See...

Victorian school teachers have voted down a proposed pay deal offering salary increases of up to 32.4 per cent. The rejection, which occurred despite the Education Union's endorsement of the offer just last month, opens the door for potential future strike action as both parties return to negotiations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A father and daughter died in a suspected murder-suicide on Sydney's Parramatta River after the 47-year-old allegedly threw his young daughter from a rented boat before entering the water himself. Police found a suicide note on board the vessel confirming the tragedy was premeditated. The pair were laid to rest at a joint funeral where loved ones remembered them as two kind and gentle souls. See o...

An 87-year-old resident of a Hammondville aged care facility was allegedly assaulted by a 69-year-old fellow resident, suffering head and facial injuries. The victim was hospitalised in serious condition while the suspected offender was refused bail and is scheduled to appear in court via videolink. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strait of Hormuz has reopened following the United States lifting its naval blockade on Iranian ports, allowing three Saudi-flagged supertankers carrying six million barrels of crude oil to pass through. US Vice President JD Vance may attend high-stakes talks with Iran in Lucerne, Switzerland, though his attendance remains uncertain. Iran's Supreme Leader has criticised Donald Trump, claiming...

Sydney police arrested one person after a high-speed chase through the city ended in Alexandria early morning, with two suspects still at large. The incident began when three people attempted to break into a home in Summer Hill before allegedly fleeing in a stolen white Audi. The chase concluded on Lawrence Lane in Alexandria around 6am, where three occupants fled on foot through residential backy...

Western Australia introduces new police powers and security measures ahead of the Land Forces defence expo in Perth, following violent protests at the Melbourne event two years ago. The government establishes a protected zone around the venue with expanded search powers, checkpoint authority and face covering removal capabilities. Security costs are budgeted at $10.5 million, with 10,000 to 20,000...

Cassie the chimpanzee was born at Rockhampton Zoo in Queensland and suffered a fractured thigh bone after falling when just hours old. The baby chimp is recovering in a cast under the care of zookeepers following the injury sustained shortly after an otherwise smooth birth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A parliamentary report has found that opponents of the Perth Park racetrack project in Burswood had genuine grievances about the multi-million dollar development. The report criticised the state government for starting construction before securing a deal with the supercars governing body, lacking transparency around costs and land swaps with Crown Resort, and failing to consider noise impacts on l...

Western Australia is introducing new police powers ahead of the Land Forces defence expo in Perth this October, following violent clashes at the Melbourne event two years ago that left 27 officers injured and cost $13 million in security. The temporary laws will create a protected zone around the convention centre, allowing police to conduct searches, remove face coverings, and establish checkpoin...

You can now channel your inner warrior and get ready to leap, climb and conquer. True Ninja is an indoor play centre in Rouse Hill featuring obstacle courses, ninja runs with warp walls, slides ranging from beginner to advanced levels, and a large inflatable section. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are less than two weeks until the end of the financial year, and for taxpayers the race is on to maximise returns. But workers have been warned that the ATO has introduced new rules and there are tax traps to watch out for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day after Kyle Sandilands settled his stoush with ARN, lawyers for Jackie O have indicated she'll do nothing of the sort and is prepared to fight all the way in court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.