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newsPremiumBitter clash between a publican and landlord

The days are numbered for this pub in this capital city’s beachside suburb, and it has sparked a drawn-out campaign between the venue’s manager and landlord.

Brendan Kearns

A state government has defended its handling of the case of a childcare worker charged with abuse. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)

CrimePremiumAccused abuser worked after childcare misconduct claims

A state government has backed its handling of a childcare abuse scandal in the wake of fresh revelations about the man's worrying behaviour.

Aaron Bunch

The Australian Border Force is pleading with Aussies to behave at airports after a spike in travellers arriving home on international flights drunk and abusive.

BORDER BLUESUrgent plea as ‘hammered’ travellers cause chaos at Australian airports

Intoxicated passengers are increasingly returning from one area in particular.

James Carmody

President Donald Trump called O’Donnell, who has feuded with him since before he became president, a ‘threat to humanity’.

The NightlyTrump threatens to strip Rosie O’Donnell of US citizenship

THE NEW YORK TIMES: Donald Trump is weighing using the power of the government against one of his long-time nemeses, comedian and actress Rosie O’Donnell, threatening to revoke her citizenship.

Ashley Ahn, Shawn McCreesh and Hamed Aleaziz

Anthony Albanese is in Shanghai as part of a six-day China tour focused on boosting economic and trade ties. 

Federal PoliticsCommentsPM backs status quo on Taiwan in face of US pressure

Anthony Albanese has declined to reveal whether Australia would join the US in a war with China over Taiwan or commit to deploying any of the nuclear-powered submarines it obtains under the AUKUS program. 

Nicola Smith

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NewsPremium‘Taiwan’: Albo hit with huge question in China

Anthony Albanese has been hit with an uncomfortable question on one of the most thorny topics in China.

Duncan Evans

Two toddlers were found playing in the water at Geraldton's Back Beach on Sunday morning.

Urgent appealFamily of twin toddlers playing at beach alone found

Geraldton police have confirmed the family of two toddlers who were found playing in the water at a local beach alone have been found and reunited.

Kate Campbell

German backpacker Carolina Wilga remains in hospital recovering after she miraculously survived 11 days alone in the outback.

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Update on backpacker’s condition after traumatic ordeal

Roger Cook has spoken about the remarkable journey endured by Carolina Wilga as she recovers at Fiona Stanley Hospital.

Caleb Runciman

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BreakingPremiumUS bombshell hits PM’s China trip

Donald Trump’s security adviser has said the US ‘will not be deterred’ on its call for allies to boost defence spending, warning of ‘frank conversations’ with allies.

Jessica Wang

A US man has found a severed human toe inside a gift-wrapped box.

The NightlyHorror as beachgoer finds human toe in gift-wrapped box

A beachgoer has made a gruesome discovery during a walk with his family, finding a severed human toe inside a gift-wrapped box. 

Peta Rasdien

Blackheath is about 120km northwest of Sydney. Google Maps

NewsPremiumBumper to bumper as major highway shuts

A horror crash between a car and motorcycles closed a major highway near Sydney, causing major delays and disruptions.

Brendan Kearns

Police carried away numerous protesters who were lying on the ground. (AP PHOTO)

World NewsUK protests in support of banned group Palestine Action

Dozens of protesters have been arrested in London over the British government's decision to classify a pro-Palestinian group as a terrorist organisation.

Pan Pylas

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newsPremiumAxe-wielding man sparks shocking chaos

A 25-year-old man allegedly repeatedly attacked a woman with an axe before stealing her Ford Mustang and leading police on a lengthy car chase.

Jessica Wang

A Perth delivery driver was attacked and had his vehicle stolen and then crashed in Como early on Sunday morning.

CRIMEPremiumDelivery driver attacked and vehicle robbed in Perth’s south

A Perth delivery driver was attacked and had his vehicle stolen and then crashed in Como early on Sunday morning.

Matt Zis

The Queensland government has announced a Commission of Inquiry into alleged illegal practices by the CFMEU NewsWire / Glenn Campbell

CrimePremium‘Thugs’: Fresh CFMEU crackdown coming

The construction union faces a fresh inquiry from the Queensland government into alleged bullying and illegal behaviour.

Brendan Kearns

An 18 year old man has been charged after a stabbing in Midland last week. Justin Benson Cooper

CRIMEPremiumSecond teen charged after brutal Midland stabbing

The new charges come after 18-year-old Tawhai Walker-Loughlin was charged with murder after the bloody incident on July 3. 

Rachel Fenner

Joshua Dale Brown was found to have “aggressively” picked up a child more than two years before his arrest on 70 offences. Picture Supplied.

CrimePremiumBombshell on childcare accused’s history

Alleged pedophile Joshua Dale Brown was reported for non-sexual incidents two years before his arrest, but no review of his clearances was conducted.

Brendan Kearns

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NewsPremiumAlbo’s Shanghai stroll under watchful eyes

Chinese officials have rolled out the red carpet for Anthony Albanese, choreographing a perfect stroll for the Prime Minister.

Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer

Senior aides for Charles and Harry have met in London to try and initiate an end to the royal rift. (AP PHOTO)

Human InterestPremiumCharles, Harry's aides meet for peace talks in London

Initial steps have been taken to try and heal the long and bitter public rift between Prince Harry and the royal family, as their senior aides meet in London.

John Besley

A channel of communication is now open between King Charles and Prince Harry for the first time in years.

The NightlySecret meeting to fix Harry and Charles’ bitter feud exposed

There is renewed hope of a royal reconciliation after a surprise secret meeting was held to resolve the bad blood between father and son. 

Peta Rasdien

A channel of communication is now open between King Charles and Prince Harry for the first time in years.

King Charles IIICommentsSecret meeting to fix Harry and Charles’ bitter feud exposed

There is renewed hope of a royal reconciliation after a surprise secret meeting was held to resolve the bad blood between father and son. 

Peta Rasdien

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newsPremiumAus prepared for Chinese spies at war games

As Australia gets ready to kick off its largest war games with the US, the acting defence minister said the ADF was ready and expecting Chinese spy ships to observe.

Jessica Wang

A teen has died while crossing the road at Padstow in western Sydney on Saturday night. NewsWire/ Gaye Gerard

CrimePremiumTeen dies in alleged red light crash tragedy

An 18-year-old man has died while allegedly crossing the road at a traffic light stop, with a driver arrested and charged with major offences.

Duncan Evans

Police say a man armed with a machete was advancing on a group of women before he was shot. (HANDOUT/Nine News)

CrimePremium'Brave' police hailed after shooting machete-armed man

Officers who shot dead a man armed with a large machete in a suburban shopping centre car park acted bravely, senior police say.

Abe Maddison