Watchdog’s ‘line in sand’ on lawless union

The boss of Australia’s construction industry watchdog has warned he is fighting back against the “state of defiance” plaguing Queensland’s construction industry, with an unprecedent...

Fears over killer new drug sweeping Australia

A disturbing new drug, with hallucinogenic effects so strong some who have taken it believe they are superhuman and jump off buildings and in front of cars, is being passed off as ecstasy on...

There’s only one reason Deb got Today gig

The appointment of Nine’s new breakfast show co-host shows why gender quotas are demeaning. Deborah Knight got the job for the same reason Karl Stefanovic had it for 14 years, writes Peter...

Bolton breaks down in tears after frank admission

Troubled Cowboys prop Scott Bolton said he could not remember the night he touched a woman on the upper thigh after a boozy night.

Is this the worst job ad ever?

A job advertisement for an executive assistant role to a 28-year-old CEO in Melbourne has left people in disbelief over the ridiculous requirements.

Man finds $10,000 cash, hands it back

When Lucas Wells stopped to take a photo, he had no idea an envelope containing $10,000 had fallen out of his pocket. Police said luck was on his side when he got the cash back.

The mafia suspects in AFP top cop’s murder

It was a murder that shocked Australia — AFP assistant commissioner Colin Winchester was shot dead outside his Canberra home 30 years ago. And some remain convinced the assassination was t...

Boy shot in face is now riding high

A year ago, little Cameron was a millimetre from death after being shot in the face by his cousin in a shocking backyard accident. Today’s he’s all smiles.

New steak house gets meat lovers talking

A low-key, fun and funky vibe, coupled with no-frills hearty steak delivered by three brothers with backgrounds in meat are the perfect ingredients for this new steakhouse that has opened it...

Spin worry led to shock Aussie ODI axings

Australia has made significant changes to their batting gameplan just six months out from their World Cup defence in England to help combat the serious threat of spin-heavy attacks.