Iranian President and eight others killed in helicopter crash

Iranian President and eight others killed in helicopter crash

38-year Qld murder mystery remains unsolved as coroner fails to determine who killed Sharron Phillips

The 20-year-old disappeared from Wacol n 1986 after her car ran out of fuel. 

Fears Iranian President has died in a helicopter crash

State TV is reporting there are no signs of life. 

More than 500 arrests in NSW domestic violence crackdown

Operation Amorak ran from Wednesday to Saturday.

Southern Queensland shivers through the coldest morning of the year

It dipped into the negatives at Wellcamp Airport, at Applethorpe, and at Roma.

BANKS ON NOTICE: 1 in 3 mortgage holders find financial support too difficult to access

ASIC wants banks to lift their game

Wild police chase ends in Toowoomba

Two men will face court this morning after a wild stolen car chase from Brisbane to Toowoomba. The 32-year-old and 19-year-old are both facing multiple charges.

Search for Iran's President after helicopter crash; And six arrested after protestors clash in Melbourne

Search for Iran's President after helicopter crash; And six arrested after protestors clash in Melbourne

Stabbed cop chases down alleged attacker

Also, Defense Force rocked by fresh drug allegations.  

Three hundred Aussies trapped in New Caledonia amid deadly riots

Also, the PM speaks on the ADF drug scandal. 

Defence force rocked by drug allegations

Plus - another way to help households with rising power bills

Domestic violence scandal rocks NRL club

Penrith player stood down following arrest 

Finding the cheapest power deal should become easier soon

Canberra's set to unveil a new "one click switch plan" to make moving to the cheapest plan as easy as pressing a button

Debate rages over how big a pay rise millions of Australians deserve

Business groups are calling for a 2% increase while unions are pushing for a 5% hike

Chaos as protesters storm Labor conference in Melbourne

"I did spend some time stretching in a jail cell" - Scheffler

The world's best golfer has broken his silence after being arrested and charged at the US PGA Championship. 

World's best golfer arrested at PGA

World number one golfer Scottie Scheffler will face court next week after being arrested before the second round of the US PGA Championship.

Football Australia responds to alleged betting corruption

Football Australia's described the game's alleged betting corruption as "troubling", suspending the three A-League players charged. 

More fire ants detected near Toowoomba

Two nests have been discovered in Meringandan West.

A match fixing scandal in the A League .. and a popular tool recalled at Bunnings.

Three A League players have been charged .. and Bunnings recalls a tool amid safety concerns.

Three A-League players have been arrested by NSW Police over alleged match fixing

Police say at least one senior player was taking instructions from a man in South America.

Murder rates down despite waves of youth crime and DV

Griffith University Criminology Associate Professor Justin Ready says the reduction in murder cases joins a downward trend of crime over the past 25 years. 

Foreign investor ban among housing crisis solutions in last night's Budget Reply; Uni protests continue across the country; And NSW wins Women's Origin opener

Foreign investor ban among housing crisis solutions in last night's Budget Reply; Uni protests continue across the country; And NSW wins Women's Origin opener

Suncorp prepares for record crowd for historic Women's State of Origin

Suncorp prepares for record crowd for historic Women's State of Origin

The company at the centre of a major data breach revealed.

It's an online script service and thousands of Aussies are impacted.

Another major data breach .. and the latest on the NRL player accused of sexual assault.

The victim of the data breach has been revealed .. and no charges to be laid against an NRL player at the centre of sexual assault allegations.

Wellbeing concerns for LGBTQIA+ people in the Downs

The Health Promotion Journal of Australia shows 80% of gender- and sexuality-diverse participants in Southwest Queensland experienced depression, while 41% experienced self-harm or suicide ideation. 

The NRL responds to serious sexual assault allegations .. and the latest on Slovakia's PM.

A Queensland based player is accused of serious sexual assault .. and Slovakia's PM stable after an assassination attempt.

Fundraiser for severely injured TRL player passes $8,000

Mikaela Lankowski's neck broke in three places in a tackle gone wrong during Sunday's match against the Gatton Hawks.

Leaders condemn assassination attempt on Slovakia's PM; NRL player accused of rape; And Scomo meets Trump in NY

Leaders condemn assassination attempt on Slovakia's PM; NRL player accused of rape; And Scomo meets Trump in NY

Slovakia's PM fighting for life after assassination attempt; And Pro-Palestine protestors reject orders to leave uni campus

Slovakia's PM fighting for life after assassination attempt; And Pro-Palestine protestors reject orders to leave uni campus

Hope for Bonza as parties show interest in the airline's takeover

Hope for Bonza as parties show interest in the airline's takeover

What's in the Federal Budget for the Darling Downs?

There is money in there for highways and housing but the Member for Maranoa and Leader of the Nationals David Littleproud says it's not enough. 

The budget hard sell underway ..

A mixed reaction to last night's federal budget ... what's in it for you?

Queensland Farmers join walkout on the Agriculture Minster

Farmers have walked out on the Agriculture Minister Murray Watt's Budget Breakfast speech this morning in an unprecedented protest of the live sheep export ban.

'We've got the settings right': PM rejects calls to make energy bill relief means tested; And NRL Magic Round sells out

The $300 cost of living relief will even go to the wealthy from July 1

$300 energy bill refund the big takeout from last night's budget; And two officers killed in France, sparking manhunt

$300 energy bill refund the big takeout from last night's budget; And two officers killed in France, sparking manhunt

More cost of living relief announced ahead of tonight's Budget

More cost of living relief announced ahead of tonight's Budget

Chalmers promises tax cuts in Federal Budget

NSW announces DV reforms; Jail time for defence whistleblower. 

Trail of former Toowoomba Mountaineers coach continues in North Queensland

Danny Morseu has denied the allegations of assault and deprivation of liberty, pleading not guilty to multiple charges in relation to an alleged incident at his home in 2022.

Treasurer arrives at Parliament House ahead of tonight's budget; And it's cheaper to fly overseas!

Treasurer arrives at Parliament House ahead of tonight's budget; And it's cheaper to fly overseas!

Bondi Junction stabbings triggers jump in knife crime

A month on from the Bondi Junction stabbing's where a Toowoomba man killed 6 people and injured 12 others before being shot dead by police and a criminologist says social media is driving copycat incidents.

BUDGET NIGHT: $9b surplus and cost of living relief expected; Divide between young renters and homeowners grows; And NRL salary cap drama

BUDGET NIGHT: $9b surplus and cost of living relief expected; Divide between young renters and homeowners grows; And NRL salary cap drama

PM flags cost of living relief as his top priority for the Federal Budget

PM flags cost of living relief as his top priority for the Federal Budget

Premier's push to ban social media for kids under 14

SA leader Peter Malinauskis blames social media for anxiety and depression in children 

Mid-air emergency over busy airport

Passenger plane touches down safely after landing gear fails at Newcastle. Pic: Facebook: via Williamtown Plane Spotting

Clifford Gardens evacuated after smoke spooted in the vents

**SHOPPERS HAVE NOW BEEN ABLE TO RE-ENTER THE CENTRE** Multiple fire crews have attended the scene but have so far only found smoke...  Firefighters have traced the source of the smoke to the heating element in the vent system within the center. 

Investigation launched after serious motorcross crash

Workplace Health and Safety are looking into a crash at a Toowoomba Motorcross track that's left a man in critical condition.

Fresh rate cut hope as Treasurer forecasts promising inflation figures; Chris Dawson returns to court today; And one Aussie state considers social media ban for kids

Fresh rate cut hope as Treasurer forecasts promising inflation figures; Chris Dawson returns to court today; And one Aussie state considers social media ban for kids

Cap on overseas uni students to reduce migration; Kids hand themselves in over stab list; and new measure to stop taxi drivers overcharging

Cap on overseas uni students to reduce migration; Kids hand themselves in over stab list; and new measure to stop taxi drivers overcharging

10 metre wide sinkhole opens up in Sydney suburb drenched by rain

10 metre wide sinkhole opens up in Sydney suburb drenched by rain

Treasurer hints at energy bill relief in Tuesday's Federal Budget

Treasurer hints at energy bill relief in Tuesday's Federal Budget

Man hunt underway following fatal stabbing

A 22-year-old man could not be revived. 

Flood warnings in place across parts of New South Wales

It comes after days of rain in Sydney. 

Millions of dollars to benefit health in this week's budget

The government is set to announce extra funding for Urgent Care Clinics nationwide. 

Billions to go into budget housing promise

Building new homes will be a big focus of Tuesday's federal budget with an $11 billion cash splash to go towards fixing the housing crisis. 

Australia votes 'yes' on UN resolution

Australia's joined more than 140 countries in supporting a Palestinian bid to become a full United Nations member.

Cash splash to fix housing crisis

Tuesday's federal budget will contain billions of dollars for emergency accommodation and social housing, as well as roads and energy supplies. 

Tributes flow for former AFL player Cam McCarthy following tragic death

Tributes flow for former AFL player Cam McCarthy following tragic death

Domestic Violence unit reveals drop in DV reports

Two years after being introduced the Darling Down's domestic violence unit is now recording less domestic and family violence reports.

Borneo Barracks on fire ant search hitlist

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is yet to search the Boreneo Barracks after the pests were discovered nearby. 

Police hunt for alleged murderer after death of Gatton businessman

Police are confident they will find the person responsible for killing a beloved businessman in Gatton.

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST: Air Vanuatu flights cancelled today, reportedly placed into liquidation

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST: Air Vanuatu flights cancelled today, reportedly placed into liquidation 

BABY, BABY, BABY, OH: Justin Bieber is expecting his first child

BABY, BABY, BABY, OH: Justin Bieber is expecting his first child

Fed Govt to announce social media probe into harm on Aussies; And Boeing 737 catches fire, injuring 10

Fed Govt to announce social media probe into harm on Aussies; And Boeing 737 catches fire, injuring 10

The Suns Will Powell says he 'sincerely regrets' hurling homophobic slur

The Suns Will Powell says he 'sincerely regrets' hurling homophobic slur

Woman seriously injured in double dog mauling

The 54-year-old was attacked by two dogs in Winchelsea

Police launch murder investigation over Anzac Day attack

A murder investigation is underway after an elderly man died following an Anzac Day assault. 

AFL rocked by fresh homophobia scandal

Gold Coast player Will Powell suspended for five matches for homophobic slur during Sunday's "Q Clash" 

Flu sweeps the Darling Downs

There's been over 400 cases of the flu recorded across the darling downs so far this season ... 12,000 across the state. 

Tragic deaths of two Aussie brothers heard in Mexican court; And Prince Harry snubbed

Tragic deaths of two Aussie brothers heard in Mexican court; And Prince Harry snubbed

Man allegedly involved in Wieambilla shootings offered deal

US federal prosecutors have reportedly offered a plea deal to the man who allegedly incited the Wieambilla shootings in 2022. 

Manhunt after woman stabbed outside gym in alleged DV attack; And Olympic flame arrives in France

Manhunt after woman stabbed outside gym in alleged DV attack; And Olympic flame arrives in France

China accuses Australia of spying over Yellow Sea chopper incident

China accuses Australia of spying over Yellow Sea chopper incident

Hunter Valley wedding bus driver accepts plea deal

59-year-old Brett Button pleads guilty to driving-related offences after manslaughter charges are dropped 

Government considering criminal penalties for supermarkets

Supermarkets could face criminal penalties for overcharging Wide Bay customers -- including fines at 10% of their annual sales.

Missing person cases reviewed after bone discovery

Police will review missing persons cases in the region after what is believed to be human bones were found in Toowoomba Bushland. 

MP reacts to PM's drought resilience funding

The Member for Maranoa has reacted to the prime minister's $519 million announcement that will help farmers prepare for drought. 

'A happy, gentle and compassionate soul': Parents of Aussie brothers killed in Mexico pay tribute; And Apple unveils its thinnest product

'A happy, gentle and compassionate soul': Parents of Aussie brothers killed in Mexico pay tribute; And Apple unveils its thinnest product

Adult film star testifies in Trump hush money trial; Inflation predicted to rise; And Bonza not back up in the air today

Adult film star testifies in Trump hush money trial; Inflation predicted to rise; And Bonza not back up in the air today

Supermarket Price Inquiry calls for price gouging to be made illegal

Supermarket Price Inquiry calls for price gouging to be made illegal

Reserve Bank leaves cash rate steady

Rates unchanged at 4.35%

Man dies after collision with garbage truck

A 65-year-old man has died after a two-car crash on the Cunningham Highway at Allan this morning. 

Human remains found at Toowoomba Park

A crime scene has been set up and police are investigating after a member of the public discovered what is believed to be human bones at a Toowoomba park. 

Alleged mushroom murderer pleads not guilty

Erin Patterson's trial will head to Victoria's Supreme Court

Darling Downs rape kit training rollout revealed

The rollout of training for the State Government's new rape kits has been above average in the Darling Downs. 

Girlfriend leads tributes for Aussie brothers killed in Mexico; Big four banks expect RBA to keep rates on hold today; And celebs frock up for the Met Gala

Girlfriend leads tributes for Aussie brothers killed in Mexico; Big four banks expect RBA to keep rates on hold today; And celebs frock up for the Met Gala

Budget boost for TAFE students during nursing or teaching placement

Budget boost for TAFE students during nursing or teaching placement

Parents identify the bodies of Perth brothers in Mexico

The bodies of Callum and Jake Robinson and their American friend were found in a well in Baja California 

Reproductive health leave announced for QLD

The Queensland government has announced new workplace entitlements for public sector workers in the state...

Crowd-funding campaign key to multi-million dollar project

Toowoomba could be the epicenter of the world's vehicle testing if a crowd funding campaign allows a leading automotive facility to be built. 

Major search for cruise passenger believed to have fallen overboard; And student teachers and nurses to receive paid placement

Major search for cruise passenger believed to have fallen overboard; And student teachers and nurses to receive paid placement

Rental hikes as QLD prepares for another potential rate rise

Big rent hikes for the Darling Downs in the past 12 months, according to CoreLogic's rental market update..

Students suspended over sexist spreadsheet ranking at elite school; Al Jazeera closed in Israel; And Titanic actor dies

Students suspended over sexist spreadsheet ranking at elite school; Al Jazeera closed in Israel; And Titanic actor dies

Young man dies after "prolonged" torture in QLD

A man and a woman are now facing murder charges as well as torture after their alleged victim passed away in a Brisbane Hospital.

Teen shot dead by WA Police had "complex issues"

Commissioner Col Blanch has provided more details following stabbing and subsequent police shooting at a Bunnings Carpark in Perth.  

BREAKING: 'Radicalised' teen shot dead by police after knife frenzy

The 16 year old boy had earlier rung WA Police, threatening to commit acts of violence. (Photo: WAMN News)

$3b in student debt to be wiped out

Canberra has flagged changes to the HECS scheme 

Three charged over suspected murders of Perth brothers in Mexico

Early investigations suggest it was an attempted robbery gone wrong. 

NSW braces for heavy rain and possible flash flooding

NSW braces for heavy rain and possible flash flooding