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A tradie's ute rolled out of control at Seaford, south of Adelaide, after the driver hit the median strip, causing the vehicle to flip multiple times. Four people were travelling home from a party at the time of the incident. All occupants escaped without serious injury, and the driver was tested for drugs and alcohol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A ram raid at the Hermes luxury store in Brisbane's CBD occurred at 3:30am when a large white vehicle smashed through the shop front display window. Thousands of dollars worth of high-end goods were stolen, including designer bags valued between $30,000 and $100,000, with even accessories like hair scrunchies retailing at $640. Police have established an extensive crime scene along Elizabeth and E...

Melbourne police have arrested Alan Keyes at Melbourne Airport and charged him with the murder of his ex-partner, Eva Lazzrini. Ms Lazzrini's body was discovered at Little River after her family reported her missing when she stopped responding to messages. Investigators allege Keyes posted photos tagging Barley as his location the day after she was declared missing in an attempt to create a cover...

Qantas flight QF7 was forced to return to Sydney after a mid-air medical emergency occurred four hours into the journey near Fiji. The aircraft could not land in Fiji due to excess fuel and lack of medical facilities, requiring a four-hour return flight to Sydney where the passenger received treatment. After a two-hour delay, the flight departed again for America with Olympic diver Sam Fricker amo...

Australian fuel prices have surged to around $2.50 per litre (excluding fuel tax excise discount) from pre-war averages of $1.60-$1.80, with industry experts warning the elevated costs could persist for months even after the Iran conflict ends. Viva Energy CEO Scott Wyatt indicates the recovery will have a long tail, while state governments are increasing enforcement against price gouging, with NS...

U.S. special forces, including Navy SEAL Team 6, successfully rescued an American airman shot down over Iran in what officials are calling one of the most daring rescue operations in U.S. history. The airman evaded Iranian forces by hiking 7,000 feet up a mountain and hiding in a crevice while armed only with a pistol, a beacon and a communication device. The CIA launched a deception campaign to c...

Australian farmers are facing a severe diesel shortage crisis, with 400-500 fuel stations across regional and remote Australia running out of fuel. Cattle farmer Jeremy Walsh warns that grocery prices could rise by 20% by Anzac Day as the fuel crisis impacts crop planting, livestock transport, and the entire agricultural supply chain. The shortage threatens winter cereal crop production and essent...

Jonas Singer, a Sydney-based content creator with 5 million subscribers on YouTube and another 5 million on TikTok, has become the world's most successful ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) artist. ASMR creates a tingling sensation on the scalp and back through specific sounds like whispers and crisp noises, often used for relaxation and sleep. Singer began his ASMR journey 10 years ago a...

Childcare enrolment rates are declining across Australia as families respond to rising living costs and concerns about safety following high-profile cases of alleged sexual misconduct. Government data shows the average hourly childcare fee has increased 4.6% to $13.75, while access has dropped in every state. Experts emphasise that early childhood education remains statistically safe and crucial f...

Three-year-old Augie rang the bell at the Blues versus North Melbourne game to celebrate being cancer-free for a year. The emotional moment occurred during the Good Friday appeal in front of 45,000 people at Marvel Stadium. Augie was joined by his family and siblings for the tribute to his bravery and the work of oncologists and support staff at the children's hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Sydney Royal Easter Show enters its third day, with gates opening to expected crowds of tens of thousands following Good Friday's attendance of 80,000 visitors. The show bag pavilion features 430 different show bags, with 88 options priced under $10, including popular items like the Capybara bag with bunny ears. Activities planned for the day include animal encounters with sheep, lambs, and Da...

Brisbane Airport anticipates over one million passengers during the holiday period, with international travel demand up nearly 5% compared to last year while domestic travel holds steady. Queensland's hotel industry reports its worst downturn in years, with some destinations experiencing a 30% decline in bookings as high fuel costs deter road trips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

Victoria's Good Friday Appeal has raised a record-breaking $25,268,485 for the Royal Children's Hospital in its 95th year, bringing the total amount raised since inception to over half a billion dollars. The fundraising effort included street collections by volunteers, a house auction in Melbourne's West that generated over $1.2 million, and phone room donations coordinated by CFA volunteers. Desp...

A tropical low is developing off the coast of Papua New Guinea in the Solomon Sea, with wind gusts reaching up to 85 kilometres per hour. The Weather Bureau expects it to intensify into a cyclone by tomorrow morning and continue moving southwest towards the Queensland coast. The system is not forecast to impact Queensland towns during the Easter period. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

The Australian Reptile Park is celebrating Easter with a collection of recently born baby animals, including koala joeys emerging from pouches, a young potoroo named Jinx, and Tiny Tim, an Indian star tortoise. The park offers hands-on encounters with wildlife during the Easter school holidays, featuring an obstacle course and opportunities for visitors to meet baby farm animals. Indian star torto...

Victorian police conducted a two-night operation in Ballarat targeting car thieves and high-risk driving, utilising local officers, the dog squad, and air wing units. The operation resulted in 12 arrests, including two 18-year-olds charged after being spotted in an allegedly stolen Subaru. Police seized four stolen vehicles and issued five infringement notices for traffic offences during the crack...

A high-speed police pursuit involving a stolen vehicle crossed from New South Wales into Queensland at approximately 1.45am. The driver fled into a second stolen vehicle and remains at large after police terminated the chase for safety reasons. One police officer was injured during the incident and was transported to hospital in stable condition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

The wife-carrying Outback Championship returns to Roma's Easter in the Country Festival in Queensland, featuring an obstacle course where competitors navigate hay bales and water buckets while carrying their partner. Competitors Georgia Nicholls and Thomas DeSanto demonstrate the unique upside-down carrying technique, with the winning couple receiving the wife or partner's weight in 4X beer as the...

NASA's Artemis II mission has successfully launched four astronauts on a 10-day journey to the Moon, marking the first human spaceflight to lunar orbit in more than 50 years. The crew completed two Earth orbits before preparing for the translunar injection manoeuvre, which accelerates the spacecraft from 25,000 to 40,000 kilometres per hour to break Earth's orbit. Minor technical issues including...

Australian supermarkets including Coles, Woolworths and Ritchies are facing supplier requests for price increases due to rising fuel costs and operational expenses. Under the grocery code of conduct, price reviews could take between four to thirteen weeks to implement, with fuel levies particularly affecting fresh produce. Retailers are attempting to maintain competitive pricing despite cost press...

Donald Trump has imposed a 100% tariff on pharmaceuticals, affecting Australia's $1.6 billion pharmaceutical exports to the US. Health Minister Mark Butler and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor discuss the impact on Australian exporters like CSL, while confirming the tariffs won't affect domestic PBS medicine prices. The government is also exploring options to lower fuel standards to increase fuel im...

Donald Trump has imposed a 100% tariff on pharmaceuticals, affecting Australia's $1.6 billion pharmaceutical exports to the US. Health Minister Mark Butler and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor discuss the impact on Australian exporters like CSL, while confirming the tariffs won't affect domestic PBS medicine prices. The government is also exploring options to lower fuel standards to increase fuel im...

Carol Davis, a 75-year-old Gold Coast grandmother, is breaking world records in athletics after starting her competitive running career at age 64. She competes in multiple disciplines including sprinting, hurdles, javelin and long jump, and is currently training for the 200-metre hurdles. Davis credits running with keeping her fit, preventing cognitive decline, and bringing her joy, while encourag...

The Prime Minister delivered a rare primetime television address to the nation, pledging to shield Australia from economic pressures caused by an international war and warning of tough times ahead. The address has drawn criticism over crisis management, with debate emerging about potential fuel supply issues and whether the government's messaging will cause public panic or encourage conservation....

Michael Weldon presents a three-course Easter menu featuring Queensland banana prawns with garlic butter, slow-cooked lamb shoulder with tahini yoghurt and herb salad, and hot cross bun ice cream sandwiches with spiced caramel. The lamb shoulder requires four to five hours of cooking at 140 degrees, making it ideal for preparing ahead. The dessert transforms leftover hot cross buns into a creative...