Surgeon who used dry ice to amputate own legs struck off
A surgeon who deliberately amputated his own legs with dry ice for sexual fantasy has been erased from the UK medical register after fraud and pornography convictions.
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Student Debts Surge $1bn; Tax-Time Change Proposed
Student debtors face $1bn extra debt as HECS indexation adds $770 on average. Independent MP Monique Ryan proposes shifting index date to November 1 to reduce burden.
ISIS-linked woman rejects violent jihad, court told
A woman charged with being an ISIS member after returning to Australia renounces violent jihad and removes her veil in court as a sign of good faith, her lawyer says.
Two Children Die in Hot Cars in Sydney Tragedy
A coroner has revealed heartbreaking details after two young children were accidentally left in hot cars by their parents in Sydney's southwest, leading to calls for childcare centres to notify parents of unexpected absences.
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Brutal Winds to Sweep SA and Victoria as System Moves East
A powerful low-pressure system brings destructive winds up to 100km/h to South Australia and Victoria, after battering Western Australia with 135km/h gusts.
Zumba Instructor on Trial for Murder of US Beauty Queen
Mark Waden, former Zumba instructor, faces trial for allegedly murdering American beauty queen Priscilla Brooten, whose body has never been found. Defence suggests she may still be alive.
3-Year-Old Dies in Werribee House Fire, Man Burned
A three-year-old boy, Jordan Dashwood, died in a house fire in Werribee, Melbourne. His father suffered severe burns. The family's two dogs also perished. Tributes and a GoFundMe have been set up.
First Home Buyers Face Negative Equity in Housing Correction
Tens of thousands of Australians who used the 5% deposit scheme may face negative equity as Sydney and Melbourne house prices fall, experts warn of limited options and potential forced sales.
Fireworks Misfire at Tasmanian Footy Club Fundraiser
A fireworks display at a Claremont Junior Football Club fundraiser in Tasmania turned dangerous when rockets fired horizontally into the crowd, causing panic. WorkSafe and police are investigating.
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Car rego subsidy rush crashes Service Victoria app
Victoria's Service Victoria app and website crashed on Monday as citizens rushed to apply for a 20% car registration rebate, causing major technical issues.
Radio Boss Stood Down Over Groping Incident at Sydney Awards
Guy Ashford, boss of Newcastle's 2HD, suspended after allegedly groping presenter Cheralyn Darcey at the Australian Audio Awards in Sydney. The incident was caught on video.
Qld Police Defend Shooting Injured Pet Dog in Mount Isa
Queensland Police defend shooting a pet dog after it was struck by a patrol vehicle in Mount Isa. Distressing footage sparks community outrage, with police citing humane reasons.
Protesters Removed from Sacred Fire at Brisbane Olympic Site
Fresh scuffles broke out overnight as police removed protesters from a sacred fire at Brisbane's Victoria Park, hours before construction began on the 2032 Olympic stadium. The Goori Camp Embassy was forcibly disbanded.
Fake Cancer Scam: Woman Took Luxury Australia Trips, FBI Hunt
Vanessa O'Rourke allegedly faked terminal brain cancer to scam loved ones into funding luxury holidays in Australia, evading FBI since 2018.
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Pauline Hanson vows to stay as One Nation surges past Labor
Pauline Hanson, turning 72, says she'll retire only if health declines, likening it to Joe Biden. One Nation now leads Labor in polls at 31%.
Star Sydney fined $10m for 36-hour gambling sessions
The Star Sydney has been fined $10 million by the NSW Independent Casino Commission for allowing gamblers to play for over 36 hours straight and other breaches including money laundering failures.
Ex-Rugby League Star in Court Over 1994 Armaguard Heist
Garry Leslie Sullivan, 78, a former rugby league World Cup player, appeared in Melbourne court on charges related to the 1994 Armaguard truck robbery. He faces health issues including cancer and celiac disease.
King's Birthday Double Demerits: Key Facts for Drivers
Double demerits are in effect for NSW and ACT drivers over the King's Birthday long weekend. Learn about penalties for speeding, phone use, and more.
Search for Missing Mother Trisha Graf Takes Bleak Turn
Police searching for missing mother Trisha Graf will search about 1000 mineshafts and drain a dam again, as the investigation into her disappearance before Christmas takes a bleak new turn.
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Fitbit Named 'Bomb' Forces United Flight to Turn Back
A United Airlines flight to Spain was forced to return to Newark after a teenager's Fitbit, named 'bomb,' appeared on Bluetooth devices, sparking a security scare and FBI investigation.
13-Year-Old Charged Over Alleged School Attack Plot in Qld
A 13-year-old boy faces charges after allegedly planning a violent attack at a Queensland school, with police seizing extremist material and an electronic device.
Australian universities slip in global rankings after scandals
Several prestigious Australian universities have fallen in the latest global rankings following a year marred by workplace bullying, racial discrimination scandals, and leadership turmoil.
Regulator Grilled Over 30-Year Delay on Paraquat Ban
Australia's agricultural watchdog faces renewed criticism over a 30-year review of the herbicide paraquat, banned in 70 countries, amid links to Parkinson's disease.
Marine Rescue Volunteers Save Stranded Dog on Snapper Island
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers rescued a stranded dog from Snapper Island near Batemans Bay after concerned locals reported the distressed animal. The dog was safely returned to shore.
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Man dies in scissor lift electrocution in Laverton North
A 55-year-old man was electrocuted when his scissor lift struck power lines in Laverton North, Melbourne. WorkSafe is investigating the workplace tragedy.
Melbourne Train Explosions: Power Fault Traps Passengers
A power fault on Melbourne's Metro Train line caused explosions in a carriage, trapping passengers and leading to delays of up to an hour on the Craigieburn line.
Teen with 109 dropped charges back in court
A 14-year-old Melbourne girl who had 109 charges dropped due to age is back in children's court facing new charges, alongside a relative with 58 charges.
Mystery Deepens as Body of Missing Nuclear Lab Worker Found
The body of Melissa Casias, a Los Alamos National Laboratory worker missing for nearly a year, has been found in New Mexico's Carson National Forest with a handgun nearby, adding to a string of mysterious deaths and disappearances of scientists and govern
Gunman Films Himself During Craigieburn Shooting
Victoria Police released CCTV footage of a brazen daytime shooting in Craigieburn, where a gunman appears to film himself firing shots at a home. The incident occurred in October 2025, and police are still searching for the suspect.
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British Tourist Sparks Fury Scattering Ashes in Santorini
A British woman sparked outrage after scattering her father's ashes in a packed street in Santorini, Greece, violating local regulations and causing a health concern.
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