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5th February 2025

Numbers reveal dramatic change at troubled school before altercation

Data has revealed a big change in behaviour at a northern suburbs high school in the wake of another violent incident on its campus.

Parents call for bullying probe after mum’s violent threats to student

Shocked parents are calling for a school-wide investigation after footage of a mother threatening to “slit” a 12-year-old’s throat at a private school.

‘Running for my life’: Alleged killer driver’s bizarre police interview

A woman accused of killing a young artist in a horror crash can be heard laughing as police tell her the charges and giving a strange explanation for her actions.

‘Time to move to beat of my own drum’: Liz Hayes exits Nine

Veteran broadcaster and journalist Liz Hayes has made a shock career announcement, bringing to an end 44 years with Nine. She’s off contract, but will “continue to tell stories”.

‘Dangerous’: Aussie leaders react to Trump’s Gaza ‘takeover’

Australian political leaders including Anthony Albanese and Adam Bandt have responded to US President Donald Trump’s plan to “take over” the Gaza Strip.

Brutal double injury blow rocks Australia’s Champions Trophy bid

Australia’s Champions Trophy hopes have nosedived, with two key stars set to be ruled out of the tournament – compounding the earlier loss of captain Mitchell Marsh.

Parents call for bullying probe after mum’s violent threats to student

Shocked parents are calling for a school-wide investigation after footage of a mother threatening to “slit” a 12-year-old’s throat at a private school.

Who killed baby Alvin? Lawyer slams mother’s ‘baffling’ evidence

There are only two people that could have killed baby Alvin, and his mother’s denial that she hurt him should be rejected, an accused killer’s lawyer says.

Parents pay tribute to ‘beautiful baby girl’ who died in hot car

The baby girl who tragically died after she was left in a hot car on Tuesday, after mistakenly not being dropped at her daycare centre, has been identified.

Retailer Maggie Beer warns of costs blowout, job losses

Maggie Beer, the famous cook’s label known for its quince pastes and Pheasant Farm Pate, has warned costs are running out of control and must be slashed to safeguard profitability.

Fury over surprise ‘swimming pool’ sized hole in CBD street

A stoush has broken out between the Lord Mayor and SA’s main power distributor after she said the council wasn’t warned a city street was about to be dug up.

Old Belalie Hotel up for grabs mid reno

It’s just a shell of its former self. But this iconic country pub has plenty of buyers looking to tap into its potential – along with crazy low mortgage repayments.

Historic Port Adelaide pub closed until further notice

Port Adelaide’s oldest licensed pub has shut its doors – and it’s unclear if and when it will reopen.

Watch: Qantas plane’s wild aborted landing during deluge

A Qantas plane has aborted its landing on Hamilton Island as the tropical Queensland paradise was hit with more than 300mm of rain in 24 hours. SEE THE VIDEO

Eagles in mourning after premiership hero’s death

West Coast and the wider AFL community is mourning the death of Eagles premiership player Adam Hunter at the age of 43.

Voting open: Help us crown SA’s best celebrant

It’s the month of romance and we’re on the search for the state’s top celebrant. Meet your 13 finalists and vote now.

Death toll rises in Sweden’s deadliest gun attack

Multiple people have been killed and several injured in a horrific massacre at a school in Sweden, as police continue to investigate the gunman’s motive. Warning: Disturbing conten...

Kids running wild: Cops target rise in violent street gangs

A new police taskforce will crack down on violent young thugs and street gangs, as cops also target rising retail theft.

‘Friend to all, mentor to many’: Tributes for beloved ex-SA mayor

A long-serving former SA mayor has been remembered as a “true leader” who played a pivotal role in shaping the local community.

‘Coward’ ex-bikie facing 27th jail term for sickening attack

A defenceless mum attacked in the doorway of her home by a former bikie says the violent thug could have killed her if he’d taken one more kick.

Clifftop stunner hits market for first time in a decade

A stunning clifftop home gives you the opportunity to live the ultimate coastal lifestyle – and far closer to the city than those cliffs might suggest.

4000+ Aussie classrooms without a teacher amid surge in school violence

Schools have failed to fill thousands of teaching roles in time for term one amid a mass exodus of educators and growing incidents of violence. See how your state fares.