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!
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!
Emergency services respond to serious crash in Willetton where a person remains trapped in their vehicle after colliding with a tree. Rescue operation underway.
Thousands in Newcastle, Maitland, and the Central Coast face ongoing blackouts after severe storms. Ausgrid crews work to restore power amid widespread damage. Report hazards to 13 13 88.
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 consumers are chasing Black Friday discounts earlier than ever, with spending expected to reach $7.8 billion. Discover how shopping habits are changing.
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.
A 76-year-old man has died after a tree fell during a severe storm on the NSW Central Coast. The storm left 35,000 homes without power and prompted over 1000 SES calls.
25 NSW public schools are closed as catastrophic fire danger ratings hit the Lower Central West Plains. The NSW RFS urges residents to relocate early for safety.
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.
Western Australian shoppers are expected to spend hundreds each during Black Friday sales. Get the latest spending predictions and retail trends for 2024.
New Bureau of Meteorology boss reveals staggering $965 million website redesign cost was known internally. Read the shocking details about government spending.
ACT Senator David Pocock and public sector unions condemn government's 5% APS budget cuts, warning devastating impact on smaller agencies and essential services.
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 spending is set to reach $12.7 billion despite fewer Australians participating. Discover how savvy shoppers are hunting for deals year-round.
Emergency services rushed to a vehicle crash in Bushland Beach, Townsville. Multiple crews responded to the incident on Sunday afternoon. Read the latest updates.
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
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 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.
A devastating series of car crashes across NSW and Victoria has claimed six lives. Investigations continue as communities mourn the tragic loss of life.
A 57-year-old woman has died after her car left Premer Rd in Tambar Springs, NSW. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Former TV presenter Kellie Sloane has been elected as the new NSW Liberal Party leader, marking a significant political shift. Discover her journey from journalism to politics.
Geelong ratepayers fund $600,000 yearly for floating tree decorations. Council debates future of costly city beautification project amid budget pressures.
St John WA reveals ambulance service failures despite revenue growth. Funding disputes, mould infestations and measles outbreaks cripple response times across Western Australia.
Opposition Leader Susan Ley commits to bolstering Australia's air and missile defence, autonomous weapons, and satellite capability to counter regional threats.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
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.
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.
New survey shows Australian shopping habits for Black Friday sales. Discover how different generations approach deals and what influences their buying decisions.
NSW faces a severe weather split: extreme fire danger in the Hunter and Northwest, while snow and rescues hit the Alps. Residents urged to stay informed and leave early if threatened.
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.