Think Before You Buy This Black Friday Frenzy
Consumer expert Mel Strutt warns Australians against Black Friday impulse spending. Learn smart shopping strategies to avoid debt and buyer's remorse. Breathe before you buy!
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Person trapped after car crashes into tree in Willetton
Emergency services respond to serious crash in Willetton where a person remains trapped in their vehicle after colliding with a tree. Rescue operation underway.
Newcastle Council Faces Urgent Beaumont Street Concerns
Newcastle residents demand council action on Beaumont Street anti-social behaviour. Read about the community's frustration and the debate over spending priorities in our latest report.
Australian Shoppers Embrace Black Friday Deals Early
Australian consumers are chasing Black Friday discounts earlier than ever, with spending expected to reach $7.8 billion. Discover how shopping habits are changing.
Rider critical after red-light crash halts Newcastle traffic
A motorcycle rider is in a critical condition after a collision on City Road, Newcastle. Police confirm a crime scene is established as traffic faces major delays. Avoid the area.
ACT Private Sector Stagnates as Government Spending Dominates
New analysis reveals Canberra's economy is in a per capita recession with private sector growth of just 0.5% while government spending masks underlying weakness. Read the full breakdown.
WA shoppers tipped for Black Friday spending spree
Western Australian shoppers are expected to spend hundreds each during Black Friday sales. Get the latest spending predictions and retail trends for 2024.
$965m BOM Website Redesign Was Agency Open Secret
New Bureau of Meteorology boss reveals staggering $965 million website redesign cost was known internally. Read the shocking details about government spending.
Pocock warns APS budget cuts will be 'absolute disaster'
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
Man dies after Gold Coast surf rescue
A man has died after being pulled from unpatrolled waters at Surfers Paradise. Lifesavers performed extensive CPR for over 20 minutes but couldn't revive him.
Black Friday 2024: Aussie Shoppers Get Smarter
Black Friday spending is set to reach $12.7 billion despite fewer Australians participating. Discover how savvy shoppers are hunting for deals year-round.
Emergency Services Respond to Bushland Beach Crash
Emergency services rushed to a vehicle crash in Bushland Beach, Townsville. Multiple crews responded to the incident on Sunday afternoon. Read the latest updates.
Dual Emergencies at Redhead Beach Prompt Paramedic Response
Paramedics called to Redhead beach for a man on a shark tower were on scene to treat a second man suffering a cardiac arrest. Read the full story of the dramatic double rescue.
Geelong Paramedics Strained by Flawed Emergency System
Geelong paramedics face burnout as flawed dispatch system sends them to minor cases like paper cuts while genuine emergencies wait. Read about the crisis affecting our emergency services.
Geelong's $600k Tree Fee Sparks Council Debate
Geelong ratepayers fund $600,000 yearly for floating tree decorations. Council debates future of costly city beautification project amid budget pressures.
St John WA Blames Multiple Issues for Ambulance Crisis
St John WA reveals ambulance service failures despite revenue growth. Funding disputes, mould infestations and measles outbreaks cripple response times across Western Australia.
Liberals pledge more spending on missiles, drones
Opposition Leader Susan Ley commits to bolstering Australia's air and missile defence, autonomous weapons, and satellite capability to counter regional threats.
Pilot hospitalised after emergency landing near Brisbane
A pilot in his 70s was airlifted to hospital after his light aircraft crashed during an emergency landing at North Pine Dam. Emergency services responded to the scene north of Brisbane.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
Black Friday Shopping Trends in Australia Revealed
New survey shows Australian shopping habits for Black Friday sales. Discover how different generations approach deals and what influences their buying decisions.
Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
Australia's defence spending crisis: Billions for little gain
Australia spends record $52.7 billion on defence but gets poor returns due to bureaucracy and inefficiency. Expert analysis reveals shocking capability gaps despite massive budget increases.
Defence spending debate erupts after Remembrance Day
Retired Major General Greg Melick's call for increased defence spending sparks political controversy as Labor faces criticism over military funding cuts and capability gaps.
WA Travel Spending Soars as Rates Fall
New Bankwest data reveals a massive 12% jump in West Australians using travel agents. Gen Z leads the charge with a 20% surge, booking European summers and cruises.
Speedway Crash Injures Nine in Regional NSW
Nine people injured after speedway car crashes through fence at Walcha showground. One man critically injured in Saturday evening incident. Investigations ongoing.
Dodgy Fine Removal Websites Target NSW Motorists
Motorists warned against using illegal websites claiming to clear fines and demerit points. False nominations could lead to $11,000 penalties as authorities crack down.
Man injured in Townsville escalator fall
Emergency services rushed to Townsville CBD after a man fell from an escalator. The victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries. Read the latest updates.
Law Change Unlocks Hunter Park Development
The Minns government has amended legislation to allow accommodation on Venues NSW land, unlocking Hunter Park's potential and boosting tourism and housing.
Car rolls in Hamilton North crash, one hospitalised
Emergency services responded to a serious two-vehicle collision on Chatham Road in Hamilton North. One person was transported to John Hunter Hospital. Police are investigating.
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