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NewsYahoo News AustraliaSurprise reaction to Coles shopper’s Halloween complaint: ‘Ridiculous’
A Coles shopper has received a surprising reaction after sharing her concern over 'frightening' Halloween displays on Facebook. Find out how customers reacted.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaFriends rescue dog found swimming 'in the middle of the ocean'
The moment a group of friends rescued a dog swimming alone at sea was caught on camera. Watch the video here.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaMan dies after brain abscess dismissed as ear infection
David Nash, 26, died after four consultations with doctors over 19 days.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressDelivery workers set to strike on Thursday
Delivery workers from three major courier companies will strike on Thursday unless their employers solve their dispute over pay and conditions.An industry-wide strike endorsed by union members last week has been avoided after Linfox, Global Express and Toll reached in-principle agreements with staff.
NewsAustralian Associated PressPolice close in on killer of Vic campers
Police say they are close to solving the disappearance of two elderly campers missing in Victoria's rugged high country.Russell Hill and Carol Clay have been missing for 19 months, with police conceding its unlikely the pair are still alive.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaChampion driver shares horrific road rage experience: 'You feel vulnerable'
Bathurst 1000 winner David Reynolds has spoken out against the road rage he's experienced on Aussie roads as a cyclist. He says there's a piece of technology which could help. Find out what it is here.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaKMART CHAOS: Video shows shocking mess left by shoppers
Customers were shocked at the state of a Kmart store after NSW emerged from almost four months of lockdown. See the video.
NewsAustralian Associated PressVic police stood down over vaccine refusal
More than 40 Victoria Police staff have been stood down and face losing their jobs after refusing to have the COVID-19 vaccine.Victoria Police on Monday confirmed 34 police officers and nine Protective Services Officers had not complied with the vaccination order by the state's chief health officer and by a specific chief commissioner instruction.
NewsAustralian Associated PressBusiness wants more details on Qld roadmap
Queensland's peak business body is calling on the government for clarity and direction after Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced the state's roadmap to reopening.The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland says the announcement is a positive for business confidence, but the plan lacks detail for businesses moving forward.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaGabby Petito's mum makes bold claim: 'THEY KNOW'
Gabby Petito's mother, in an exclusive Australian interview, said she thought her daughter would be safe with Brian Laundrie. Hear her heartbreaking plea.
NewsAustralian Associated PressNSW ex-cop loses domestic violence appeal
A former police officer convicted of domestic violence after breaking a woman's nose has lost his appeal after a judge dismissed his argument of headbutting and biting as "self-defence".James William Swan, 42, was found guilty of three charges of assault occasioning actual bodily harm against the woman, and one of choking between 2018 and 2019.
NewsAustralian Associated PressNT vaccinations surge after fines threat
The Northern Territory's tough new COVID-19 vaccination law requiring most workers to get the jab or face a hefty fine has prompted a surge in first-dose bookings.The new health directive announced on Wednesday makes it mandatory for any worker who interacts with the public to have their first by jab by November 12.
NewsAustralian Associated PressNo climate duty for Ley, court told
The commonwealth environmental protection act isn't primarily concerned with the interests of humans or the environment in general, the full bench of the Federal Court has heard.Environment Minister Sussan Ley is appealing a Federal Court declaration that she has a duty of care to protect children from future personal injury caused by climate change.
HealthYahoo News AustraliaSydney neighbours 'going halves' in $3.3m Lotto win
Sydney neighbours in NSW have hit a multi-million dollar jackpot, with plans to share it with each other. Read more.
NewsAustralian Associated PressFacebook-lurking child groomer jailed
A "socially awkward" Sydney man who persistently encouraged underage teen girls to send him explicit material over Facebook and TikTok will be eligible for parole in 12 months.Zach Daniel Moore, 26, covered his eyes and bowed his head on Monday as a NSW District Court sentencing judge recalled how the Rooty Hill man targeted 10 victims over 20 months.
NewsAustralian Associated PressNew SA speaker vows to donate pay bump
South Australia's new parliamentary speaker will forgo the perks of his job, including a big pay bump, with a pledge to donate the money to his local community.Dan Cregan took over as speaker earlier this month when Labor backed a controversial move by crossbench MPs to ensure the office was held by an independent.
NewsYahoo News Australia'Gravely concerned': Chilling detail after girl, 4, vanishes from campsite
Cleo Smith was last seen in the early hours of Saturday morning, with police now confirming her sleeping bag has also vanished.
NewsAustralian Associated PressSA to free up more beds for COVID-19 surge
South Australia will move some hospital patients to community care to free up beds for an expected increase in COVID-19 cases once the state relaxes border rules.The government says it can make an extra 149 beds available through the program, which will allow some to receive care in their homes or aged care and disability facilities.
NewsAustralian Associated PressTears as family face Qld father's killer
The sister of a Queensland father stabbed to death for no clear reason has come face-to-face with her brother's killer in the Brisbane Supreme Court.Graham Shawn Cleary, 58, was sentenced to nine years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to manslaughter over the stabbing death of 29-year-old Adam Davies in Ipswich in January 2019.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressPetrol prices add fuel to inflation fire
Rising international oil prices continue to flow through to the petrol bowser in Australia, fuelling concerns about cost of living pressures.At the weekend, the Brent crude oil price briefly topped $US85 a barrel for the first time since 2018.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressACCC seeks $90 million Trivago penalty
The consumer watchdog wants travel booking company Trivago fined a minimum of $90 million for misleading consumers about its hotel room rates.A fine of that size would be one of the highest ever imposed in Australia for the contravention of consumer laws.
NewsAustralian Associated PressVeterans claims system set for overhaul
Independent consultants will spend time with the families of veterans who have committed suicide, as part of a plan to overhaul the veterans claims system.Veterans' Affairs Minister Andrew Gee says consultancy company McKinsey will be brought on to find ways to reduce the waiting times for processing claims.
BusinessAustralian Associated PressSydney Airport takeover still on cards
6 billion takeover bid for Sydney Airport remains a good chance of progressing as the two groups work towards a deal.A group of investors and the airport board continue to discuss the proposal after a four-week period for the former to examine the financials of its target concluded.
NewsYahoo News AustraliaQueensland reveals date it plans to reopen to Australia
In a huge boost ahead of the Christmas holidays, Queensland has unveiled its roadmap for arrivals to the sunshine state. Find out when it will open up.
NewsAustralian Associated PressQld to reopen for Christmas, regardless
Queensland will fully reopen in time for Christmas reunions, even if the state fails to hit a key vaccination target.Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has promised Queenslanders a "cautious and measured" path out of the pandemic that will finally end the tyranny of distance for many.
