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A six-year-old prodigy in waste management: Thomas Aldworth, from Perth, Australia, has become an official bin-pushing helper for the city’s sanitation crew—complete with hi-vis gear, safety glasses, and a serious attitude. His passion began at age four, sparked by garbage trucks, and now he pushes nearly 90 bins weekly on a three-street route, supervised by his parent. Dressed like a pro, even we...

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A woman allegedly tried to snatch a little girl in a Brisbane carpark, but the child’s family intervened swiftly, stopping the incident and calling police—leading to the suspect’s arrest and hospitalization. The event, unfolding in a public space, underscores the importance of situational awareness and quick thinking. Authorities are investigating, and the story serves as a sobering reminder to st...

Queensland is Australia’s top destination for internal migration, pulling in more people than any other state—with NSW sending 60% of the newcomers. The Sunshine Coast is the hottest relocation spot, fueling optimism about Queensland’s lifestyle and economy. But this boom is straining housing affordability, especially in regional areas where prices now outpace NSW. With Brisbane’s market expected...

Sydney’s inner west mayor Darcy Byrne is leading a fierce push for poker machine reform, arguing that the gambling harm is undeniable and politicians can’t ignore the growing public demand. With years of advocacy and mounting pressure, Byrne is rallying the Labor party to take bold action — framing this as a critical moment to prove they’re serious about protecting communities from the devastating...

Organized crime’s turned into a full-blown global enterprise, running on ruthless capitalism: seize markets, crush rivals with arson and disappearances, and recruit teens via encrypted apps to film crimes for cash. Drugs flood the scene—cocaine cheap and abundant, amphetamines spreading through needle-sharing epidemics, all smuggled via commercial ships through Pacific loopholes. Tobacco’s taxed s...

Seventeen-year-old Cruz Hewitt is rewriting tennis history at Wimbledon, storming into the boys’ singles semi-finals with a jaw-dropping run that includes beating his dad Lleyton’s own junior record. Downing his latest opponent in straight sets — 6-1, 6-2 — and dropping not a single set in his last four matches, Cruz is playing with poise and passion that belies his age. Facing a Dutch rival next,...

A family in Farrer is reeling after a brazen, three-wave break-in targeting their cars and garage—stealing tools worth over $6K and a compound bow—while their two-year-old and newborn slept soundly through it all. The thieves, hooded and armed with a remote from an unlocked car, struck twice before dawn, then returned just before 3 AM for more. This isn’t their first rodeo: a car was stolen and bu...

Iran launches missiles at U.S. allies in the Gulf as tensions spiral after U.S. airstrikes targeting Iranian infrastructure — a direct response to Tehran’s attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions rock Iranian cities, including near its sole nuclear plant, while regional nations scramble to intercept incoming fire. The U.S. strikes, aimed at crippling Iran’s ability to disrupt global o...

Queensland’s government is rewriting the rules for the Sunshine Coast’s “Wave” project, merging bus design, construction, and operation into one giant contract—and ditching the seven-year cap on public-private deals. Aimed at speeding up delivery, the move sparks alarm from critics who fear it could lock taxpayers into long-term private agreements like the controversial Airtrain. Originally envisi...

Daniel Tupou’s milestone 300th game for the Roosters is a moment of pure celebration — he’s now one of just five players to reach that mark, with a career defined by relentless effort, selfless play, and over half his games ending in tries. Coach Trent Robinson called him one of the most special players he’s ever coached, praising his dedication despite living far from training and his quiet heroi...

Queensland’s youth justice leadership just got a major shake-up as Michael Drane, who’s been acting director-general for five months, is now officially appointed — and it’s a big deal because the government skipped the usual external hiring process. Drane, a lawyer turned youth worker since 2003, brings deep experience from leading key reviews and taskforces. His permanent five-year term starts Ju...

Journalists—especially women—are facing escalating, coordinated harassment campaigns designed to intimidate and silence them, with operatives digging up personal info to discredit those covering politics. These aren’t random attacks but organized efforts creating a chilling effect that undermines press freedom. One reporter, Amy Remeikis, is speaking out after receiving a direct warning, calling f...

Bangarra Dance Theatre just shattered history—becoming the first entire company ever to win the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement in Dance at the Venice Biennale, a prestigious honor usually reserved for individuals. Founded in 1989, this powerhouse of Australian First Nations storytelling has spent nearly four decades captivating global audiences with bold, culturally rich performances, earnin...

NSW Police have dismantled a high-stakes criminal operation selling encrypted “VIP Network” phones to gangsters in Sydney — turning encrypted chats into tools for murder, kidnapping, and car theft. The alleged ring imported phones from China, encrypted them, and sold them for up to $2 million, letting overseas criminals coordinate violent crimes locally. Over six months, police seized nearly 100 d...

Paul Okon-Engstler, the 21-year-old Socceroos midfielder, is set to join Bundesliga side FC Koln in a major move that could net Sydney FC a cool one million Euros upfront—with more potential earnings if his transfer sparks further deals. Already a World Cup veteran after starting key matches for Australia, Okon-Engstler’s rise from Benfica’s youth ranks to becoming Sydney FC’s 2025-26 Player of th...

Cops in New South Wales just smashed a high-stakes encrypted phone smuggling ring, dubbed the ‘VIP’ Organised Crime Network, which was allegedly raking in over $2 million annually by selling tech to criminals across the state. The bust, which began in April last year, has netted nearly 1,000 devices, tens of thousands in cash, and three suspects aged 25 to 29 facing serious charges. Authorities sa...

Australia’s economy is cooling, with real wages falling and GDP per person shrinking—fueling public unease. Meanwhile, AI is emerging as a major economic hope, driving investment in data centers and attracting global interest. But the government is navigating a tricky balancing act: fostering innovation while managing risks, with a decentralized, adaptive approach to AI policy. The National AI Pla...

Brisbane’s tackling its long-standing flight path noise crisis with major new changes—aimed at easing the burden for 140,000 residents. Four key adjustments rolled out this week, including new northbound approaches for smaller planes to reduce pressure on areas like Redcliffe, plus ongoing tweaks like routing flights higher and over water. These moves are part of a broader effort to legally redist...

Angus Taylor shuts down any talk of allying with Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, calling their policies vague, economically reckless, and dangerously unserious — even as their poll numbers rise. Taylor’s focus? Toppling Labor alone, not hitching a ride with a party he says could cost Australia a trillion dollars. Hanson pushes back, saying they both want to oust the government and accuses Taylor of i...

Prince Harry and allies like Elton John and Baroness Lawrence lost a major legal battle against Associated Newspapers, with the High Court dismissing all 97 claims of unlawful press practices — including phone hacking and deception — citing insufficient proof. The ruling, seen as a blow to press accountability efforts, could saddle Harry with millions in legal costs. Though Harry delivered emotion...

Dinner parties can be disasters—and this new comedy, “The Invite,” turns that chaos into pure gold. Joe and Angela, a couple already at each other’s throats, host their loud, annoying upstairs neighbors for a “vibe check” dinner… only to spiral into culinary fails, awkward revelations, and a surprise therapist (Penelope Cruz) who’s clearly running the show. With Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde (who di...

Side hustle cash? It’s taxable — and the IRS is watching. Whether you’re driving for Uber, selling online, or freelancing, it’s likely a business in their eyes, not a hobby. Don’t skip declaring it or miss out on deductions like app fees, software, or even part of your internet bill. Keep records year-round — not just at tax time — to avoid stress and ensure you’re not leaving money on the table....

Telstra’s massive nationwide outage has thrown Australia into chaos, disrupting emergency calls, train services, and daily life for millions — sparking fury from politicians, demands for accountability, and urgent questions about infrastructure reliability. CEO Vicki Brady is rushing back from overseas to face the storm, as critics call for executive penalties and bonuses to be forfeited. The comp...

Pauline Hanson is hitting back at Opposition Leader Angus Taylor, who warned a One Nation government would bring “eternity of pain” — but Hanson says his Coalition is secretly copying her party’s policies, like cutting immigration and pushing net zero. She’s urging Taylor to stop attacking her and focus on beating Labor and the Greens, arguing Australians want real change. While touring the UK, sh...