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Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:05:19 +0000The rise of the money mule has banks and federal police on high alert
Graham Guy was the victim of a romance scam and had his bank accounts drained over several years. Then came an unusual request that unwittingly drew him into crime.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:34:44 +0000Uber defends imposing 'disability tax' on riders
Uber has defended slugging riders who require extra assistance with a "disability tax", amid ongoing criticism over how it treats people with disability.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:23:58 +0000Australian 'lived normal life' before allegedly dumping Thai teen's body
Australian Simon Peter Carman "lived his normal life", going out, washing his clothes and talking to neighbours after allegedly murdering a teenage girl and stuffing her body inside a suitcase in Thailand, police say.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 05:09:30 +0000As Trump plays dealmaker-in-chief, the reality on the ground is very different
Two recent Middle East deals, one in Iran and the other in Lebanon, seem at odds with each other, and show how the Trump administration is running different approaches depending on who it is talking to at any given moment.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 03:30:11 +0000Moira Deeming set to be dumped as Liberal candidate after assault allegation
Controversial MP Moira Deeming is set to be deselected as a Liberal Party candidate for the November state election for refusing to apologise to partyroom colleague Matthew Guy.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:57:16 +1000World Cup giants sent packing
In a shock day at the FIFA World Cup, penalty shootouts sent giants Germany and the Netherlands home.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:53:39 +1000Childcare that left poison within children’s reach could close after funding cut
The Victorian provider is the first to have its funding cut under reforms that followed serious child abuse allegations in the sector.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:49 +1000Consumer watchdog launches court action against Amazon
The ACCC has launched court action against Amazon, accusing the tech giant of ripping off more than a million Australians through unfair streaming contract terms.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:24 +1000Family reclaims body of Thai girl found dead in suitcase
The family of the 17-year-old Thanchanok Donhomla have taken her body home to the nation’s north-east, and have called again for her alleged killer, Australian Simon Peter Carman, to face a death sentence.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:38:45 +1000Accused killer went about daily routine before allegedly disposing of teen’s body
Thai police have revealed Simon Peter Carman went about his daily routine in the hours before he allegedly disposed of a Thai teenager's body
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
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...
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +1000 Factors to consider when choosing global eSIMs
A traveller lands in a new country and needs immediate internet access without hunting for a local SIM card. Global eSIMs offer a way to activate a cellular plan from almost any location. These digital SIM cards remove the need for physical p...
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +1000 Beyond monoculture: What really holds a diverse nation together
Australia's strength lies not in monoculture, but in shared values, trust and a genuine sense of belonging. 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
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +1000Volunteers like 100-year-old Tom provide a vital service. Their numbers are rapidly dwindling
The peak body for justices of the peace in Victoria is pleading for a recruitment boost over concerns ageing volunteers are “dying off”, and it will be increasingly difficult for people to find independent legal witnesses.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:53:39 +1000Childcare that left poison within children’s reach could close after funding cut
The Victorian provider is the first to have its funding cut under reforms that followed serious child abuse allegations in the sector.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:49 +1000Consumer watchdog launches court action against Amazon
The ACCC has launched court action against Amazon, accusing the tech giant of ripping off more than a million Australians through unfair streaming contract terms.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:38:45 +1000Accused killer went about daily routine before allegedly disposing of teen’s body
Thai police have revealed Simon Peter Carman went about his daily routine in the hours before he allegedly disposed of a Thai teenager's body
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:38:43 +1000West Coast Eagles premiership star Jamie Cripps retires from AFL after 277 games
The retirement of the West Coast forward leaves just three players left at the Eagles from their 2018 premiership team.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 18:47:24 +1000Family reclaims body of Thai girl found dead in suitcase
The family of the 17-year-old Thanchanok Donhomla have taken her body home to the nation’s north-east, and have called again for her alleged killer, Australian Simon Peter Carman, to face a death sentence.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:02:01 +1000He’s gay, Jewish, pro-Palestine and pro-trans. Left-wing activists keep abusing him
Antisemitism on the hard left is under the spotlight in the US after chilling videos showed California Democrat Scott Wiener being repeatedly harassed – despite his agreeing that Israel had committed genocide.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:20:43 +1000Australian murder suspect shopped, did laundry while girl’s body lay in suitcase, say police
A network of CCTV cameras captured the 45-year-old’s seemingly casual comings and goings that led to his arrest at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:06:32 +1000Scott Wiener abused by activists
Social media footage shows pro-Palestine activists abusing the California Democrat at a sports bar and in a public park.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 07:46:32 +1000Andy Burnham says he's going to give Britain the 'circuit-breaker it needs'
Andy Burnham, who is likely to be the next U.K. Prime Minister after Keir Starmer resigned a week ago, pledged Monday to hand greater autonomy to local leaders in a “circuit-breaker” for the sclerotic British state.
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.