Tragic death of apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson, 24
The Australian racing community is in mourning after the tragic death of 24-year-old apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson in a single-vehicle crash near Dubbo. Read the full tribute.
The Australian racing community is in mourning after the tragic death of 24-year-old apprentice jockey Bronte Simpson in a single-vehicle crash near Dubbo. Read the full tribute.
ACT Police are investigating the suspicious death of a man found in a Lowanna Street, Braddon apartment overnight. A 37-year-old woman is assisting with inquiries.
SA Police Commissioner apologises to the family of Bonita Herewane for failures in the 2009 death investigation. Read the full statement and the family's response.
A woman has been found dead at a home in Montagu Bay, Hobart. A 33-year-old man has been charged with murder. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.
A local farmer in his 60s has tragically died while battling an out-of-control bushfire near Ravensthorpe on WA's south coast. The community mourns as investigations begin.
A coroner has detailed the tragic combination of intoxication, an unserviced bike, and no licence that led to a motorcyclist's death in Gowrie. Read the full findings.
A man in his 60s has died while battling an out-of-control bushfire near Ravensthorpe. The fire has burnt 300ha. Read the latest updates and safety warnings.
A homicide investigation is underway after a man died from stab wounds in Cairns. Police are urging witnesses to come forward as they piece together the tragic incident.
A NSW coroner has praised the response of police and Lake Macquarie City Council's suicide prevention measures following an inquest into a woman's death at Redhead Bluff. Read the full findings.
A 50-year-old diver has tragically drowned in South Australia's Tank Cave. The experienced speleologist was part of a group exploring the underwater sinkhole. Read more on the investigation.
A man has died in custody at Acacia Prison in Western Australia. Authorities are investigating the circumstances. Read the latest on this developing story.
A wildlife enthusiast faces massive fines after handling a deadly death adder for photos in Queensland. Learn why this dangerous act violates wildlife protection laws.
Construction super fund giant Cbus hit with a massive $23.5m penalty for systemic failures in death benefit processing, raising concerns for Australia's $4.3tr not-for-profit super sector.
An 82-year-old man has died after being struck by a ute in a Cannon Hill shopping centre carpark. Police are investigating and seeking witnesses.
WA Coroners Court confirms December 8 for Cleveland Dodd inquest findings. Get the latest updates on this long-awaited investigation into youth detention death.
Ljubica Brkic, 84, appears in Geelong Court charged with dangerous driving causing death of 12-year-old Caleb Wesley. Case continues as community mourns.
Wellington Point State High School community grieves after Year 12 student's sudden death. Principal urges social media respect as graduation proceeds sensitively.
The Cairns community mourns arborist Jacob 'Jake' Swain, 32, killed in a workplace fall. Family remembers his big heart as workplace safety investigation continues.
Racing Victoria stewards have concluded their investigation into the fall that left jockey Tom Prebble with devastating spinal injuries. No fault found. Read the full findings.
Russian fitness trainer Dmitry Nuyanzin, 30, died in his sleep after a dangerous fast-food binge to promote his weight-loss program. A tragic warning about extreme dieting.
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac reveals she received death threats after controversial rules breach in $1 million YouTube tournament. Read her emotional response.
Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson announces the passing of his wife Joan after 50 years together. The businessman shared an emotional tribute to his 'guiding light'. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
An 84-year-old woman faces charges months after allegedly hitting six-year-old Caleb Wesley and fleeing the scene in Teesdale. The community remains devastated by the tragedy.
A tree lopper has died after falling approximately 8 metres from a tree at Clifton Beach. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the man. Read the full details.
The death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship has been officially declared a homicide by mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old step-brother is a suspect as the FBI investigation continues.
An 84-year-old woman will face Geelong Magistrates' Court over a collision that claimed the life of six-year-old Rohan. The tragic incident has left the local community in mourning.
A 17-year-old boy has died after an alleged stabbing behind Ironbark Ridge Public School in Rouse Hill. Police are investigating. Download the 7NEWS app for updates.
Tragedy strikes as firefighter Peter Curtis dies battling a bushfire in South Australia's Pinkawillinie Conservation Park. Know the latest fire danger ratings.
Shocking footage reveals a terrifying near-miss as an ambulance drives into the path of Quarter Horses at Evangeline Downs. Jockeys' quick actions avert disaster. Watch the video.
An elderly woman has died and another is fighting for life after a two-car collision on River Rd in Northwood. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.