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Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:40:06 +0000'I hated it': Former MAFS bride says she felt pressure to be intimate on the show
Married At First Sight UK has become the centre of rape allegations. Now former MAFS Australia contestants and producers are speaking out about being coerced into intimacy.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:49:46 +0000RBA not concerned about stagflation or wage-price spiral
RBA governor Michele Bullock says she is not concerned about stagflation or a wage-price spiral
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:49:07 +0000Breaking: Bondi terror attack hero Ahmed Al Ahmed charged with assault
Mr Ahmed has been charged with domestic violence common assault after an incident in Bankstown in March.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:45:40 +0000Senate estimates gets sweary, Albanese government under pressure
This week the Albanese government was under pressure on multiple fronts, Senate Estimates got a little sweary and Tony Abbott said he hadn't taken a "vow of silence".
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:46:38 +0000PM says Australia has 'ideological disagreement' with US after it reveals anti-slavery tariff
The planned new tariff is to be slapped on dozens of countries that have allegedly failed to take action to prevent slavery and forced labour.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:53:34 +1000Elderly couple fighting for life after NSW home invasion
An elderly couple are fighting for their lives after a home invasion in Torrington, NSW, during which the alleged attacker was shot.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:51:21 +1000Video of nurses allegedly making antisemitic threats could be thrown out of court
Defence lawyers for two nurses accused of making antisemitic threats say it would be a devastating blow for the prosecution's case if a video isn't able to be used in court.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:49:34 +1000Chilling footage of murderer’s arrest made public
Chilling footage of the moment a murderer was arrested in his Adelaide home accused of killing his own mother has been made public.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:47:53 +1000Paedophile walks free from prison
One of the worst paedophiles in South Australia’s history has walked free from prison a quarter of a century after he was locked away.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:43:38 +1000ISIS bride acted like ‘deputy’ to abusive father after family bought teen slave, police claim
A slave captured by Islamic State was sold to a Melbourne family living in Syria for sex and housework, a court has been told.
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:30:00 +1000 AFR-king what!? Mad money mag grovels to Gina, bootlicks billionaires and promotes plutocracy
‘Billionaire barons have every right to use their money to influence us’, pontificated the Australian Financial Review editorial team on 28 May 2026. read now...
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000 Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000 Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000 #2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000 Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...
Otago Daily Times
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 09:48:07 +0000Vanuatu earthquake: Magnitude 7.3 quake strikes near Luganville
The quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:10:43 +0000Mt Albert violence: Vehicle driven at group of partygoers, six injured in mass disorder
A car was also driven at partygoers and a number of vicious assaults reported.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:36:00 +0000Emergency incident in Auckland’s Mt Albert: Four injured; police, ambulance at scene
70-100 people could be seen gathered in groups near the scene in Mt Albert.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:09:14 +0000Southern motorway crash near Ōtara injures three, lanes blocked
Police said the accident near Ōtara has blocked multiple lanes.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +00001 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.
Sydney Morning Herald National News
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000Fresh feud people: Woolworths sues Suburban Rail Loop for $70 million
The retail giant is taking action over the compulsory acquisition of land after a series of financial offers it says are too low.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:53:34 +1000Elderly couple fighting for life after NSW home invasion
An elderly couple are fighting for their lives after a home invasion in Torrington, NSW, during which the alleged attacker was shot.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:51:21 +1000Video of nurses allegedly making antisemitic threats could be thrown out of court
Defence lawyers for two nurses accused of making antisemitic threats say it would be a devastating blow for the prosecution's case if a video isn't able to be used in court.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:49:34 +1000Chilling footage of murderer’s arrest made public
Chilling footage of the moment a murderer was arrested in his Adelaide home accused of killing his own mother has been made public.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:47:53 +1000Paedophile walks free from prison
One of the worst paedophiles in South Australia’s history has walked free from prison a quarter of a century after he was locked away.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:45:57 +1000Outrage as bodycam footage reveals UK police handcuffed dying student
Bodycam footage of police arresting Henry Nowak before his death has sparked outrage in the UK, leading to violent protests. Senior reporter Maddison Skipper breaks down the circumstances surrounding the death of the 18-year-old student after he was ...
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +1000AUKUS spats show the US that Australia still has some explaining to do
The media frenzy over Australia getting “second-hand submarines” from the US shows successive governments haven’t done enough to sell the deal.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:48:05 +1000Chinese spies infiltrate LinkedIn with fake profiles and job offers, Five Eyes allies warn
An unprecedented joint notice was issued about the threat of attempts by Beijing to use networking sites and online job platforms to recruit assets.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +1000Henry Nowak riots the beginning of wider UK unrest, warns Farage
The “division will get worse” if young white men felt police were prejudiced against them, the Reform leader said, adding: “This has to end”.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:24:50 +1000Kuwait says Iranian drones hit airport, killing one, as ceasefire is tested again
Gulf hostilities flared again with diplomacy to halt the war showing little sign of progress.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.
The Australian
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.