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A rare mid-century gem from the 1970s just hit the market in Weston — one of only seven Pettit & Sevitt display homes ever built. Designed for timeless appeal, these homes blend modern aesthetics with smart, low-maintenance features like flat roofs, natural materials, and sun-optimized layouts. Owners cherish their original craftsmanship, and this one boasts five bedrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows...

The ski season started icy cold—not from the weather, but from a snow shortage that’s left resorts like Perisher and Thredbo scrambling. June was basically a wash for powder lovers, but a recent blizzard and promising forecasts could turn things around, especially for last-minute skiers. Resorts are also boosting artificial snow production with snow guns running all night as temps plummet. Meanwhi...

In Melbourne, Baggarrook Yurrongi is transforming childbirth for First Nations women by pairing them with culturally knowledgeable midwives—creating trusted, consistent care from pregnancy through postpartum. The program’s results are staggering: a 45% jump in healthy births, 33% fewer low-birth-weight babies, and 36% fewer premature deliveries. Beyond physical health, it’s healing intergeneration...

Sydney cops just smashed a major encrypted phone network used by gangs to plan drug deals, kidnappings, and murders—custom-built, camera-free devices imported from China. After notifying 3,000 users, police raided properties for a month, seizing dozens of these secretive phones tied to violent feuds like the Alameddines vs. the Coconut Cartel. Three brothers were arrested with cash and luxury watc...

A shocking case unfolds as 69-year-old Steven Goldberg, once celebrated on radio, now faces prison time after being convicted of a brutal sexual assault — the victim blindfolded, helpless, and violated. His appeal challenges the jury’s verdict and the judge’s interpretation of consent, but with a three-year sentence and parole eligibility in 2027, the legal battle continues at the NSW Court of Cri...

A century-old covenant on a $4.5 million Camberwell home threatens to derail a childcare centre proposal, sparking a legal showdown between neighbours, the council, and the property owner. Originally sold in 1919 with strict rules—no commercial use, no corrugated roofs—owners now want to convert the historic residence into a childcare centre for 78 kids. Neighbours argue it undermines the resident...

Andy Burnham is poised to become the next UK prime minister after securing an overwhelming 80% of Labour MPs’ support—322 votes—with no serious challengers in sight. With nominations closed and Starmer endorsing him as the right choice, Burnham’s coronation feels inevitable. He’s expected to be formally named Labour leader on July 17th and take office as PM by July 20th, cementing his path to powe...

Miguel Di Pizio, the 20-year-old local talent who once played for Western Sydney Wanderers as a youth, is back home and ready to shine — his first major test? A friendly against Chelsea at Accor Stadium on July 28th. The Wanderers, under new coach Ufuk Talay, are buzzing, with Di Pizio calling it a dream to represent his community and family on such a global stage. They’ll also face Tigers FC in a...

Ebola is raging in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with 1,759 confirmed cases and 600 deaths — spreading into new provinces like Tshopo and Haut-Uele. Caused by the deadly Bundibugyo strain, which has no vaccine or treatment yet, the outbreak is compounded by unpaid wages for frontline responders, who are vital to containment. But there’s hope: clinical trials for potential treatments have just...

Prime Minister Modi electrified a crowd of 20,000 in Melbourne, declaring India’s unstoppable rise as a global economic powerhouse and vowing to become one of the world’s top three economies. Celebrating his third visit to Australia — a “hat trick” of diplomacy — he also showcased India’s tech boom and military precision strikes, proudly calling them “heard around the world.” Australian PM Albanes...

Jordan’s military confirms it shot down eight Iranian missiles inbound over Zarqa, northeast of Amman, as Iran simultaneously strikes U.S. targets in the Gulf—sparking fresh regional chaos, explosions, and heightened alert across the Middle East. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-...

Aluminum windows and doors flooding Australia from China are failing safety tests at an alarming 87%, risking water damage and even collapse during storms. Linked to China’s property slump, these cheap imports are undercutting local manufacturers and flooding the market with untested products. A Melbourne steel roof collapse in 2022 is just one warning sign as inexperienced foreign firms disrupt t...

A viral video shows a man hurling a black cat at a wall, sending it crashing into a laundry basket—sparking an urgent animal cruelty investigation. Groups like Animals First Australia and Australians Against Animal Abuse are pushing for accountability, having already reported it to Crime Stoppers and RSPCA Victoria. The RSPCA confirms they’re actively investigating, though they’re withholding deta...

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A major security breach in the Northern Territory has sent shockwaves through the correctional system: three officers are on paid leave after a prisoner, Isaac Thompson, allegedly escaped custody during transport to hospital. Now under arrest after a 48-hour manhunt, Thompson — linked to the Mongols motorcycle gang — faces escape charges, with a 45-year-old man also charged for allegedly aiding hi...

The Socceroos didn’t just play football—they sparked a national moment of unity, turning strangers into fans, cafes into stadiums, and rivalries into shared hope. Across Australia, people from every background came together, not just to watch a game but to feel like part of something bigger. For newcomers, it was a powerful symbol of belonging—a reminder that identity isn’t assigned, but built thr...

A major city health hub shut down since July 1 after asbestos was discovered in its plant room—potentially staying closed until August 7 as cleanup and safety tests continue. The building houses critical services including abortion and contraception care, BreastScreen ACT, pill testing, CanTEST, and the Canberra Innovation Network, making the closure deeply disruptive. Built in the 70s, asbestos w...

A Perth man, Simon Carman, 45, is facing murder charges in Thailand after allegedly killing a 17-year-old girl and dumping her body near train tracks — but the real twist? Just a week before, he was spotted at a bar, buying drinks, flirting with the owner’s niece, and leaving bruises with his high fives. The bar owner says he was friendly but physically imposing — and that’s just the start of the...

A Sydney-to-Canberra train erupted in chaos on Sunday, July 5th, after passengers allegedly clashed with staff over alcohol requests, escalating to foul language and physical assault. The suspects disembarked at Queanbeyan as police launched an investigation. Transport for NSW expressed regret for the disruption and confirmed cooperation with authorities, while emphasizing passenger safety remains...

Telstra’s CEO Vicki Brady is rushing home from holiday as a crippling network outage and failed emergency calls plunge the company into chaos — forcing her to abandon her trip and face mounting pressure over her cost-cutting, price-hiking strategy. The outage disrupted calls, internet, and payments, while 639 Triple Zero calls failed to connect. Her CFO, Michael Ackland, defended her swift return,...

Tasmania Police are drowning in demand—calls up 40,000+ in a decade, family violence cases doubled, and arguments now top the call list. Officers are overburdened with non-core tasks like hospital security and civil bailiff work, straining their focus. The review calls for smarter tech, fewer fragmented systems, and more community support to prevent crises before they escalate. With youth crime an...

A former University of Wollongong official, Alyssa White, admitted to systematically favoring friends and colleagues in hiring decisions, openly violating university policies and conflict of interest rules during a turbulent period marked by major job cuts. She confessed to helping candidates with resumes, interview prep, and even providing pre-hiring questions, securing roles for people like Dr....

Canberra’s young football stars are getting a taste of the elite as the GWS Giants host development matches at Manuka Oval, showcasing under-14 and under-15 talent from across the region. Inspired by local hero Riley Hamilton’s AFL debut, these rising stars—some future AFL mainstays like Tom Green and Jack Steele—are stepping onto a big stage, fueled by dreams and community support. The Giants are...

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor is firing back with his sharpest yet warnings against Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, accusing them of risking economic collapse and threatening mortgage holders with $20,000 losses. As his party’s polls slump, Taylor frames himself as the only viable capitalist alternative to Albanese’s “socialism” and Hanson’s “big-government” chaos, which he says will bankrupt Austra...

Opposition leader Angus Taylor blasts One Nation’s economic plan as a chaotic, trillion-dollar disaster that could cost homeowners thousands in extra mortgage interest, warning it would trigger inflation and force rate hikes — calling Hanson’s vision an “eternity of pain” and her leadership a “one person show.” Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn....