 Sydney Morning Herald | Australian Michelle Smith 'killed for unpaid dinner bill' Herald Sun Image Video Video < Prev of 2 Next > Security vision for Phuket stabbing New security vision has emerged showing two men attacking an Australian travel agent in Phuket. Thai pair held in connection to murder Two suspects have been arrested in Thailand ... Two Thai men arrested for murder of Australian Michelle Smith to be put 'on ... Thai pair 'confess' to killing Perth travel agent Michelle Smith 'for $10' Men arrested over death of Australian woman in Thailand |
Elderly pilot escapes helicopter crash – Yahoo!7 News
June 26th, 2012
 Yahoo!7 News | Elderly pilot escapes helicopter crash Yahoo!7 News An elderly pilot has had a lucky escape after his helicopter crashed and sank into a muddy beach on Victoria's Phillip Island. Police say the 71-year-old pilot crashed his gyrocopter on the island's Rhyll beach shortly after 11.30am. Vic man escapes crash before chopper sinks Chopper down in Phillip Island crash Man survives Phillip Is chopper crash |
Slater named for Origin decider – ABC Online
June 26th, 2012
 The Age | Slater named for Origin decider ABC Online Queensland selectors have given injured full-back Billy Slater the chance to prove his fitness for next week's State of Origin III at Lang Park. Slater sustained a posterior cruciate ligament injury in Origin II earlier this month and despite still ... Queensland have announced a 20-man squad for State of Origin decider at ... Slater to make call on Origin III fitness Billy Slater named in 20-man Queensland squad |
In Utah, a softer touch on a still-tough immigration law – Reuters
June 26th, 2012
 Globe and Mail | In Utah, a softer touch on a still-tough immigration law Reuters By Mary Slosson | SALT LAKE CITY (Reuters) - Utah insists that on immigration issues, it is no Arizona. Its laws are kinder and gentler, officials say. Despite its conservatism, Utah is one of only three states, for instance, where illegal immigrants ... Supreme Court Decision on Arizona Immigration Law Court's Immigration Ruling Emphasizes Republican Split Court Ruling Fuels Fear Among Hispanics in Arizona |
James Ashby ‘fixing black mark’ of Peter Slipper link, court told – The Australian
June 26th, 2012
 SBS | James Ashby 'fixing black mark' of Peter Slipper link, court told The Australian THE political staffer who claims stood-aside Speaker Peter Slipper sexually harassed him told a colleague we was "fixing the black mark" of his association with the Liberal National Party defector, documents filed in the Federal Court today claim. Journalist told Slipper staffer 'we will get him' Ashby secretly met with McArdle: court 'We will get him!': journalist's alleged texts to Slipper accuser |
NT police hunt for alleged NSW murder suspect – ABC Online
June 26th, 2012
 NTNews.com.au | NT police hunt for alleged NSW murder suspect ABC Online By Phoebe Stewart Northern Territory Police have closed part of Darwin's rural area as they search for a man wanted in connection with a murder in New South Wales. Officers from the Territory Response Group are searching for Jonathon Andrew Stenberg, ... Beheading suspect Jonathon Andrew Stenberg on the run in the Northern Territory Hunt on for wanted man |
Tony Abbott labels Julia Gillard a ‘rotten Prime Minister" – Herald Sun
June 26th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Tony Abbott labels Julia Gillard a 'rotten Prime Minister" Herald Sun Video Image PM reaches out to Coalition on boats Julia Gillard says she is willing to compromise to reach a policy solution to the asylum-seeker crisis. UPDATE: TONY Abbott has called Julia Gillard a "rotten Prime Minister" as he continued to attack ... PM Julia Gillard offers asylum olive branch Coalition not to blame for asylum-seeker deaths: Tony Abbott PM appeals to Abbott to reach boat deal |
Solar expansion on ice – Brisbane Times
June 26th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Solar expansion on ice Brisbane Times A solar panel supplier has axed its plans to expand into Queensland after the government revealed it would slash the benefit for supplying power back into the grid from 44¢ per kilowatt hour, to 8¢. Madison Australia's rethink came as industry lobby ... Solar business fears 'boom and bust' Energy Minister Mark McArdle announces changes to Solar Bonus Scheme despite ... Solar tariff cuts will cost jobs - CEC |
Police to identify boat tragedy victims – Herald Sun
June 26th, 2012
 CTV.ca | Police to identify boat tragedy victims Herald Sun TWO more West Australian forensic police are on their way to Christmas Island to help identify bodies from last week's asylum-seeker boat tragedy. The two officers are expected to arrive on the island some time on Tuesday, and will join 24 detectives ... Asylum seeker flown to Perth on empty 737 Immigration flies sole asylum seeker to Perth Entire 737 used to transport injured asylum seeker |
Broadway Shopping Centre death: three more charges laid – Sydney Morning Herald
June 26th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Broadway Shopping Centre death: three more charges laid Sydney Morning Herald A man and woman accused of fatally bashing a security guard at the Broadway Shopping Centre earlier this month have each had three more charges laid against them. Hans Schulz, 69, was allegedly bashed in the head by Adrian Gallaher and then bashed and ... Couple accused of punching and kicking Broadway security guard Hans Shulz to death New charges over NSW security guard death Extra charges over fatal bashing of security guard |
Fine striking NSW teachers, urges O’Farrell – ABC Online
June 26th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Fine striking NSW teachers, urges O'Farrell ABC Online New South Wales Premier Barry O'Farrell has urged the state's Industrial Relations Commission to fine public school teachers who go on strike tomorrow. Thousands of teachers are expected to defy an order by the IRC to call off the industrial action to ... Teachers to strike Premier calls on teachers to defy union |
Forklift driver dies at Sydney Markets – Ninemsn
June 26th, 2012
 SafetyCulture | Forklift driver dies at Sydney Markets Ninemsn Management at Sydney Markets say they are shocked and saddened by the death of a forklift driver during an early morning shift. The worker is believed to have been crushed to death after becoming trapped under a forklift at Flemington, ... Forklift driver fatally injured Forklift kills driver at Flemington Markets Forklift driver fatally crushed at Sydney markets |
Andrew Holden to take reins at The Age – Armidale Express
June 26th, 2012
 The Guardian | Andrew Holden to take reins at The Age Armidale Express As tectonic plates shift beneath the Australian media landscape, The Age has appointed an editor-in-chief with a reputation forged, literally, on shifting ground. Fairfax Media management today announced Andrew Holden, editor of Christchurch's The ... Holden named editor of The Age Holden new editor-in-chief of The Age Andrew Holden appointed Age editor |
Phone, camera, iPads seized in baby murder investigation – Brisbane Times
June 26th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Phone, camera, iPads seized in baby murder investigation Brisbane Times A baby, with his parents, who drowned in the Logan River on the weekend. Photo: Facebook Police investigating a father over the alleged murder of his seven-month-old son have seized the family's laptop, phone, camera and iPads. Family in shock over death of baby allegedly killed by his father in Logan ... Shock over death of baby boy allegedly killed by his dad in Logan River bridge ... Father on murder charge after baby drowned |
Australia’s Rinehart says may sell Fairfax stake, shares at record low – Reuters
June 26th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Australia's Rinehart says may sell Fairfax stake, shares at record low Reuters * Billionaire Rinehart's threat sends Fairfax to record low * Australia's media industry in midst of major shake-up * Blames kids for holding up $7 bln iron ore project * Financing challenging for iron ore mine By Sonali Paul MELBOURNE, ... Rinehart buys up shares in Ten Network, threatens to sell Fairfax shares Fairfax slumps to new low Fairfax hits new low as 'white knight' Rinehart threatens to exit |
Greens propose asylum-seeker committee – Sydney Morning Herald
June 26th, 2012
 BigPond News | Greens propose asylum-seeker committee Sydney Morning Herald AAP The Australian Greens are calling for a multi-party committee to resolve the asylum-seeker deadlock. Greens Leader Christine Milne says the committee would be similar to the grouping that helped devise the carbon pricing package. Greens want refugee intake to be 25000 The 'Malaysia Solution': Has its time now come? — Clive Kessler Greens still oppose offshore processing |
Israel Reacts With Caution After Islamist Wins in Egypt – Wall Street Journal
June 26th, 2012
 Wall Street Journal | Israel Reacts With Caution After Islamist Wins in Egypt Wall Street Journal By JOSHUA MITNICK Senior Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, with gray beard, celebrates in Gaza beneath a poster of Egypt's Morsi. TEL AVIV—Israel fears that the victory of Islamist Mohammed Morsi in Egypt's presidential election is likely to erode the ... News Analysis: Israel not top priority for new Egyptian president Egypt's president-elect Mursi begins work on government Morsi starts power talks with junta chiefs |
O’Farrell says hunting only in 79 parks – Herald Sun
June 26th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | O'Farrell says hunting only in 79 parks Herald Sun NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell says he has no intention of increasing the number of national parks where hunting is allowed. HE'S also admitted to looking forward to the day when he doesn't have to deal with the Shooters and Fishers Party, which controls ... Shooters aim for more hunting in national parks MP foresees hunting in all but 'about 40' NSW national parks Dharawal National Park in clear from hunting despite government changes |
737 jet used to fly just one asylum seeker – Herald Sun
June 26th, 2012
737 jet used to fly just one asylum seeker Herald Sun A 737 plane was chartered just to fly one injured asylum seeker from Christmas Island to Perth, it has emerged. The aircraft, which usually carries around 130 passengers flew the man, a detention centre guard and an immigration to Perth on Saturday so ... Immigration flies sole asylum seeker to Perth Entire 737 chartered to move just one asylum seeker Asylum seeker flown to Perth on empty 737 |
Defections and Downed Turkish Jet Worsen Syria Crisis – New York Times
June 26th, 2012
 NDTV | Defections and Downed Turkish Jet Worsen Syria Crisis New York Times BEIRUT, Lebanon — Syria's armed forces have been slowly bleeding defectors and deserters since the uprising against President Bashar al-Assad began 16 months ago. But now the military arrivals reaching Syria's neighbors are more likely than ever to ... Turkey warns UN over Syrian 'threat to security' Turkey wants more pressure on Syria, but not confrontation, over plane downing Turkey Slams Syria Before Allies Meet |
David Leckie steps down as Seven CEO – ABC Online
June 26th, 2012
 The Age | David Leckie steps down as Seven CEO ABC Online Mr Leckie will take on a new role of executive director of media for Seven Group holdings. There is more movement in the media industry with Seven West Media appointing a new chief executive. David Leckie will stand down from his position of CEO and ... Seven West appoints new boss Voelte replaces Leckie in top job at Seven |
Google will have to champion Android at I/O, say analysts – Computerworld
June 26th, 2012
 Globe and Mail | Google will have to champion Android at I/O, say analysts Computerworld By Cameron Scott IDG News Service - As Google ramps up for its big I/O conference in San Francisco this week, analysts say the company must continue to prove the value of its Android operating system to developers. Google needs to make Android more ... Google to launch 7-inch Nexus 'Jelly Bean' tablet Google Nexus 7 Android tablet (preview) Google gets ready to launch Nexus 7 "Jelly Bean" tablet |
Man kneecapped in home invasion – Brisbane Times
June 26th, 2012
 Gold Coast Bulletin News | Man kneecapped in home invasion Brisbane Times A gunman is on the run on the Gold Coast after shooting a man in the kneecap during a home invasion last night. Police said about 9.30pm a man broke into a house in Government Road in Labrador and threatened the people inside with a gun. Police hunt home invader after man shot Man shot in terrifying home invasion Man, 46, shot in the leg during a 'disturbance' on Government Rd at Labrador |
Man charged over Gold Coast bus attack – Brisbane Times
June 26th, 2012
 MSN NZ News | Man charged over Gold Coast bus attack Brisbane Times A mob of teenagers is caught on camera attacking a bus at Burleigh Heads late Sunday night, hurling iron bars at windows and spraying "frightened" passengers with glass. One man has been charged but investigations continue after more than 30 youths ... Teen charged over mob bus attack Passengers cower as teens smash bus Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as ... |
Rinehart ups stake in Ten, threatens to abandon Fairfax – ABC Online
June 25th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Rinehart ups stake in Ten, threatens to abandon Fairfax ABC Online By business editor Peter Ryan, staff Billionaire mining magnate Gina Rinehart has increased her stake in Network Ten and is threatening to abandon Fairfax if she does not get seats on the board. Last night, she told the ABC's Four Corners program she ... Rinehart grabs another slice of Ten Rinehart increases stake in Ten Network, threatens to sell Fairfax shares Australia's Rinehart says may sell Fairfax stake; ups Ten stake |
The verdict after 19 years: Gilham killed one person, not three – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
 Stuff.co.nz | The verdict after 19 years: Gilham killed one person, not three Sydney Morning Herald Reactions outside court following Gilham acquittal (Video Thumbnail) Click to play video Return to video Video settings Please Log in to update your video settings Video will begin in 5 seconds. Don't play Play now More video Recommended Spain seeks ... Jeffrey Gilham's uncle Tony Gilham was angry after his nephew walked away from ... Gilham acquitted as legal saga concludes Key parts of the appeal killer Jeffrey Gilham used to seek his freedom |
SA gets new Chief Justice, Hicks’ lawyer new magistrate – ABC Online
June 25th, 2012
SA gets new Chief Justice, Hicks' lawyer new magistrate ABC Online Chris Kourakis has been appointed Chief Justice of the South Australian Supreme Court, replacing John Doyle who retired last week. And the lawyer who defended David Hicks has been elevated to the ranks of SA's magistrates. Justice Kourakis has been ... Judicial appointments 'purely on merit' Chris Kourakis appointed Chief Justice of the South Australian Supreme Court Kourakis is new SA chief justice |
All smiles, but PM declines anniversary waltz with Abbott – Warrnambool Standard
June 25th, 2012
 NEWS.com.au | All smiles, but PM declines anniversary waltz with Abbott Warrnambool Standard ON A second anniversary, a gift of cotton is traditional. But when it's the Opposition Leader, Tony Abbott, organising the celebrations, a suspension of standing orders will do just as well. It has been two years since Julia Gillard took over the prime ... Julia Gillard tells Tony Abbott she's ready to deal on asylum seekers PM Gillard offers asylum olive branch Gillard plea for offshore solution |
NATO to Hold Urgent Meeting on Syria – Voice of America
June 25th, 2012
 Voice of America | NATO to Hold Urgent Meeting on Syria Voice of America The North Atlantic Treaty Organization will hold urgent high-level consultations Tuesday on Syria shooting down of a Turkish plane on Friday. Turkey invoked NATO's Article Four, which empowers any member to call a meeting if its “territorial integrity, ... Downing of Turkish jet unlikely to spark international intervention in Syrian ... Turkey: NATO Should View Syria as Attacking It Syria 'shot at Turkey rescue plane' |
Google IO giveaways: What’s under the chair in 2012? – CNET
June 25th, 2012
Globe and Mail | Google IO giveaways: What's under the chair in 2012? CNET Every year, Google gives attendees cutting-edge hardware at its Google IO developers' conference. What will be the draw this year? by Rafe Needleman Google launched its Google IO developer conference in 2008, when it was gearing up to tackle the mobile ... Google's Nexus 7 tablet move could be costly FIRST LOOK: Details of the Google Nexus tablet leaked Nexus 7 tablet rumors all point at Amazon's growing Android dominance |
Peres to Putin: Israel knows Russia will prevent Iran from getting nuclear arms – Haaretz
June 25th, 2012
 Haaretz | Peres to Putin: Israel knows Russia will prevent Iran from getting nuclear arms Haaretz Speaking at Jerusalem state dinner, Russian president says no action should be taken in the region without considering the ultimate consequences. By Jonathan Lis and Haaretz | Jun.25, 2012 | 8:30 PM | 9 Vladimir Putin (L) walking with Shimon Peres ... Putin: Don't rush to strike Iran Iran focus of Putin's visit to Israel Iran and Syria Discussed in Putin's Visit to Israel |
Two men arrested over travel agent’s murder – ABC Online
June 25th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Two men arrested over travel agent's murder ABC Online By South East Asia correspondent Zoe Daniel Two men have been arrested in Thailand for the stabbing murder of Perth travel agent Michelle Smith in Phuket last week. Ms Smith was in Phuket with a group of Australian travel agents on a business trip. Men arrested over Aussie mum Michelle Smith's murder in Thailand Thai pair 'confess' to Aussie agent's murder Warrants issued for Aussie's Phuket murder |
Egypt Copts dismayed but determined after Morsi win – AFP
June 25th, 2012
 AFP | Egypt Copts dismayed but determined after Morsi win AFP By Mona Salem (AFP) – 4 hours ago CAIRO — Many Egyptian Coptic Christians were dismayed by the election victory of president-elect Mohamed Morsi, but they are now preparing to co-exist with the Islamist while also safeguarding their rights. New Egypt president has tight window on economy Egypt's President-Elect Starts to Form Government Egypt election: Regional reaction |
Farewell to Lonesome George, who never came out of his shell – The Guardian
June 25th, 2012
 The Guardian | Farewell to Lonesome George, who never came out of his shell The Guardian He was on Ecuador's bank notes and stamps, an evolutionary remnant, a money-spinning tourist attraction and an icon of international conservation. No one knew if he was gay, impotent, terminally bored or just very shy. And he is thought to have been ... Lonesome George meets his end - will GWS go the same way? Giant tortoise Lonesome George's death leaves the world one subspecies poorer Famed Galapagos tortoise Lonesome George dies |
Mentally impaired held in NT jails without conviction – ABC Online
June 25th, 2012
 Radio Australia | Mentally impaired held in NT jails without conviction ABC Online By Suzanne Smith Medical experts are appealing to the Northern Territory Government to address a law that sees mentally impaired people kept in jail indefinitely, without being convicted. Alice Springs has an acute lack of mental health facilities, ... NT cops flag cap on grog sales, trading Mentally impaired held in NT prison without conviction Waves Coming to Alice Springs |
The verdict after 19 years: Gilham killed one person, not three – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
Stuff.co.nz | The verdict after 19 years: Gilham killed one person, not three Sydney Morning Herald Reactions outside court following Gilham acquittal (Video Thumbnail) Click to play video Return to video Video settings Please Log in to update your video settings Video will begin in 5 seconds. Don't play Play now More video Recommended Mark Bouris: ... Jeffrey Gilham's uncle Tony Gilham was angry after his nephew walked away from ... Key parts of the appeal killer Jeffrey Gilham used to seek his freedom Gilham walks free after court acquits |
One-of-a-kind giant tortoise dies a bachelor – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | One-of-a-kind giant tortoise dies a bachelor Sydney Morning Herald LONESOME GEORGE, the last giant tortoise of his kind, who confounded scientists with his inability to produce offspring, has died. The tortoise, "Galapagos's most eligible bachelor", was notorious for his disinterest in the opposite sex and was ... 'Lonesome George' a giant loss Video: Last Galapagos tortoise 'Lonesome George' dies Lonesome George, last of the Pinta Island tortoises, dies |
Economic refugees flee Sydney for NYC – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Economic refugees flee Sydney for NYC Sydney Morning Herald I finish my delicious, very large chicken and salad sandwich ($5), before taking the train ($2.25) home to my massive apartment ($400 a week), stopping off on the way at a bar to meet some friends for a cocktail ($8) where the waitress - seemingly ... |
Egypt rejoices as Mursi faces tasks ahead – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
 TIME | Egypt rejoices as Mursi faces tasks ahead Sydney Morning Herald Egypt's neighbours react to Morsy win (Video Thumbnail) Click to play video Return to video Video settings Please Log in to update your video settings Video will begin in 5 seconds. Don't play Play now More video Recommended Species wiped out as George ... Financial markets wary of the Islamic leadership EU concerned Egypt military may hinder civilian rule Egypt's president faces balancing act |
Campbell Newman to slash solar subsidies – The Australian
June 25th, 2012
 BigPond News | Campbell Newman to slash solar subsidies The Australian QUEENSLAND will wind back some of the nation's most generous subsidies for solar power by slashing the feed-in tariff to households by 80 per cent, adding State Energy Minister weight to the state government's efforts to contain the cost of renewable ... Energy Minister Mark McArdle announces changes to Solar Bonus Scheme despite ... Solar tariff cuts will cost jobs - CEC Solar shake-up slashes feed-in tariff |
Tourist death ‘suspicious’ – The Age
June 25th, 2012
 The Age | Tourist death 'suspicious' The Age MYSTERY surrounds the death in Bali of a young Sunshine Coast surfer after an autopsy cast doubt on the original suspicion that he died in a motorcycle accident. Mark Richard Ovenden, 34, was a professional cook and surf instructor who travelled ... Aussie death in Bali now a murder case Coast surfer 'bashed to death' Bali police suspect Queensland man murdered |
Rinehart sends ultimatum to Fairfax board – The Age
June 25th, 2012
 NEWS.com.au | Rinehart sends ultimatum to Fairfax board The Age Author Adele Ferguson reveals the obstacles she battled and overcame to write her unofficial biography of the world's richest woman. MINING magnate Gina Rinehart, disappointed that she has not been welcomed by Fairfax as a ''white knight'', ... Gina Rinehart threatens to sell stake Rinehart sees role of white knight, but is ready to ride off Rinehart's son cut from fortune long ago |
Aust man thought murdered in Bali – The Canberra Times
June 25th, 2012
 NEWS.com.au | Aust man thought murdered in Bali The Canberra Times By Karlis Salna Police suspect an Australian man found dead on the side of a road near a popular resort area in Bali was murdered. It was initially thought Mark Ovenden, from the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, may have died after falling from his rented ... Tourist death 'suspicious' Bali police suspect Queensland man murdered |
Passengers cower as teens smash bus – Ninemsn
June 25th, 2012
MSN NZ News | Passengers cower as teens smash bus Ninemsn Footage has emerged of the moment more than 30 teenagers attacked a Gold Coast bus, breaking every window and taunting passengers inside. Passengers can be seen cowering as the teens clamber onto the bus at Burleigh Heads around 11.30pm on Sunday. Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as ... Gold Coast bus smashed in teen ambush |
Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as … – Courier Mail
June 25th, 2012
Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as ... Courier Mail A TEEN mob has attacked a bus on the Gold Coast, smashing windows and doors with metal bars as terrified passengers and the driver cowered inside. The group of 25 to 30 youths emerged from the darkness when the bus pulled up at Burleigh Heads about ... |
19-hour siege on Caulfield street over, police say – Herald Sun
June 25th, 2012
19-hour siege on Caulfield street over, police say Herald Sun Image Others Siege at Caulfield home UPDATE: A MAN wielding a nail gun has surrendered to police after a Melbourne workplace dispute escalated into a 19-hour stand-off. The 45-year-old had spent a night firing nails from his apartment window at nearby ... Caulfield siege ends in man's arrest Nail gun shots spark police siege Nail gun fired as Melbourne siege continues |
New WA detention camp ‘no holiday’ – Ninemsn
June 25th, 2012
 Yahoo!7 News | New WA detention camp 'no holiday' Ninemsn Capacity at the new Yongah Hill Immigration Detention Centre has been more than halved from 1500 to 600, partly because of local concerns. But when the facility for asylum seekers opens in rural Northam, about 90km northeast of Perth, in a week or so, ... New detention centre for asylum seekers unveiled Take a tour of Northam's new detention centre |
Man denies shooting girlfriend with nail gun – The Age
June 25th, 2012
Man denies shooting girlfriend with nail gun The Age A man has been accused of attempting to murder his girlfriend by shooting her multiple times with a nail gun during a drinking binge on Christmas Day 2010. Justin Michael Hare, of Morwell, is also accused of dropping a large television set on Catherine ... Court hears man tried to kill his partner by dropping a TV on her head |
Liberal MP Russell Broadbent breaks ranks on boats policy – The Australian
June 25th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Liberal MP Russell Broadbent breaks ranks on boats policy The Australian Video Video Video A fresh approach on boats Carbon tax and boats to dominate debate Abbott sticks to Nauru asylum solution A THIRD Liberal moderate has rejected Tony Abbott's position on asylum-seeker policy, condemning temporary protection visas and ... Asylum policy deadlock must be broken: Oakeshott boat deal unlikely as MPs trade blame Labor backbencher says Aussies 'shocked' by asylum seeker arrivals |
NSW Police’s ‘clandestine drug laboratory’ in Catherine Street Punchbowl is … – The Daily Telegraph
June 25th, 2012
 BigPond News | NSW Police's 'clandestine drug laboratory' in Catherine Street Punchbowl is ... The Daily Telegraph POLICE have made a blunder in the investigation of a drive-by shooting, declaring the home a clandestine drug laboratory, when in fact it was the residence of a chemical engineer. A residence on Catherine Street, Punchbowl, was shot at up to four times ... NSW police concerned no one reported shots No one reported shots at home: Sydney cops NSW cops concerned no one reported shots |
Supersonic jet to fly London to Sydney journey in four hours – NEWS.com.au
June 25th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Supersonic jet to fly London to Sydney journey in four hours NEWS.com.au LONDON to Sydney in just four hours - that's the aim of US aeronautical engineers as they race to develop a 'Son of Concorde' prototype. Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Gulfstream - with the help of NASA - are working towards the first supersonic ... Sons of Concorde ready for take-off Nasa joins race to build successor to Corncorde capable of flying from London ... 'Son of Concorde': London to Sydney in four hours gets closer |
Farewell for Baby Bridget two years after being found in a shoebox – Sydney Morning Herald
June 25th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Farewell for Baby Bridget two years after being found in a shoebox Sydney Morning Herald With a black and white polka dot cardboard box the only clue to her identity, a baby girl will be given a final resting place two years after she was found buried in a Sydney yard. The girl - named by NSW Police as Bridget, after the patron saint of ... "Baby Bridget" found dead in shoebox in 2010 Funeral held for baby in shoebox |
Man dies in custody at Carins hospital – Sky News Australia
June 25th, 2012
Man dies in custody at Carins hospital Sky News Australia Man dies in custody at Carins hospital Updated: 12:47, Monday June 25, 2012 A 36-year-old man has died in custody after collapsing at a Cairns watch house. Police say the man went to the Cairns Police Station on Sunday afternoon. A man's death in custody at Cairns police station sparks investigation Man dies in Cairns watch-house Cairns man dies in custody this morning |
Coroner wants shopping trolley survey after death – NEWS.com.au
June 25th, 2012
 Radio Australia | Coroner wants shopping trolley survey after death NEWS.com.au AUDITS of CCTV footage across all shopping centres should be conducted after the South Australian state Coroner found an elderly woman died because her Woolworths trolley had no brakes. State Coroner Mark Johns today handed down his findings into the ... Coroner wants shopping trolley survey after death of Irmgard Polklaser Missing brake blamed for elderly shopper's trolley death |
Australia ramps up sanctions on Syria – ABC Online
June 25th, 2012
 AsiaOne | Australia ramps up sanctions on Syria ABC Online Foreign Minister Bob Carr says Australia is stepping up sanctions on Syria in an effort to push the regime to agree to a ceasefire. Australia already has an arms embargo in place, as well as travel and financial restrictions for individuals in Bashar ... Australia increases pressure on Syria's Assad regime Australian government imposes new sanctions on Syria Australia announces new Syria sanctions |
THE INCREDIBLE SULK: What’s Grant Hackett not telling us? – NEWS.com.au
June 25th, 2012
 The Age | THE INCREDIBLE SULK: What's Grant Hackett not telling us? NEWS.com.au HE says he wanted out of the marriage. He says he never laid a hand on his wife. And he cried through his embarrassment. But was Grant Hackett's 60 Minutes interview truly remorseful, or was he hiding away from some harsh truths behind crocodile tears? Hackett hopes to salvage his reputation Tearful Grant Hackett reveals he wanted to end his marriage the night he ... Teary Hackett opens up |
Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as … – Herald Sun
June 25th, 2012
Teen mob armed with metal bars smashes windows of Gold Coast Surfside bus as ... Herald Sun Teen mob smash up bus on Gold Coast Up to 30 young people involved in the terrifying incident Passengers and driver on the bus at the time of attack A TEEN mob has attacked a bus on the Gold Coast, smashing windows and doors with metal bars as ... |
Teen breaks into police station with knife – Ninemsn
June 25th, 2012
Teen breaks into police station with knife Ninemsn A teenager has been tasered after he allegedly broke into a police station in northern NSW and confronted an officer with a knife. Police were called to a home in Tomline Street, Bundarra, following a report of a domestic incident about 9pm (AEST) on ... Teen tasered after police station break-in Police arrest teenager after police station broken into - Bundarra |
England pays the penalty – The Australian
June 25th, 2012
 BBC Sport | England pays the penalty The Australian Video Image Italy shoots England out of Euro 2012 < Prev of 2 Next > ENGLAND'S penalty curse struck again as Italy advanced to the semi-finals of Euro 2012. The Italians progressed to the last four with 4-2 penalty shoot-out win after a tense ... England despair at penalty curse England bundled out of Euros as penalty curse continues Euro 2012: Roy Hodgson upbeat about England's future despite exit |
Abbott rejects push for asylum-seeker deal – Sydney Morning Herald
June 24th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Abbott rejects push for asylum-seeker deal Sydney Morning Herald OPPOSITION Leader Tony Abbott has dug in against pressure from Liberal moderates to seek a deal with the government on fighting the people-smuggling trade, as customs announced 17 bodies have been retrieved after Thursday's boat tragedy. Labor to use Nauru centre to win asylum negotiations Abbott puts onus on Greens to break asylum deadlock Carbon tax and boats to dominate debate |
Black Caviar found to have torn muscles after Royal Ascot win – The Guardian
June 24th, 2012
 The Guardian | Black Caviar found to have torn muscles after Royal Ascot win The Guardian Black Caviar, who won the Diamond Jubilee Stakes by a head at Royal Ascot on Saturday, tore muscles in her back during the race, Neil Werrett, one of the unbeaten mare's co-owners, said on Sunday. No decision on her future is expected for several weeks ... Caviar's injury may end her run Black Caviar tears two muscles in Diamond Jubilee Stakes win at Royal Ascot Nolen thanks his lucky stars |
Greeks to ask for a ‘bailout holiday’ – Sydney Morning Herald
June 24th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Greeks to ask for a 'bailout holiday' Sydney Morning Herald THE newly elected Greek coalition government will seek a two-year ''bailout holiday'' from some of the harshest elements of the European Union and International Monetary Fund package. The three members of the new government, Democratic Left, ... Sick Greeks to miss rescue summit Greek PM to miss European Union summit Greek EU/ECB/IMF 'troika' postpones Athens visit |
Water contamination scare in Fiskville – Herald Sun
June 24th, 2012
 BigPond News | Water contamination scare in Fiskville Herald Sun FIREFIGHTING recruits have been pulled from training at the CFA's notorious Fiskville hub amid fears water is contaminated with dangerous bacteria. The Metropolitan Fire Brigade recruits' training has been suspended after they complained the recycled ... CFA recruits pulled after water scare CFA recruits evacuate after water scare |
City rallies for Baden-Clay children with charity fundraiser – Courier Mail
June 24th, 2012
 NEWS.com.au | City rallies for Baden-Clay children with charity fundraiser Courier Mail GOING IN TO BAT: Nathan Chadwick, Melissa Bulow and Tom Deverell at the fundraising cricket match at Brookfield Showground. Picture: Lisa Clarke Source: The Courier-Mail A CHILL in the air and moody skies failed to deter Brisbane residents who came ... Cricket match raises $20k for Baden-Clay children $20000 for Baden-Clay children $20000 raised for Baden-Clay daughters |
Hell on Earth – Sydney Morning Herald
June 24th, 2012
Hell on Earth Sydney Morning Herald Judy Courtin Click to play video Return to video Video settings Please Log in to update your video settings Video will begin in 5 seconds. Don't play Play now More video Recommended Politics impasse as asylum seeker boat survivors arrive onshore (Video ... Full transcript: Judy Courtin |
Salvation Army apologise for death-to-gays insult – Herald Sun
June 24th, 2012
 PinkNews.co.uk | Salvation Army apologise for death-to-gays insult Herald Sun THE SALVATION Army has apologised after one of its leading officials said homosexuals deserved to die. Speaking to gay radio station, Joy FM, the Salvo's Victorian spokesman Major Andrew Craibe repeatedly endorsed a Bible passage that said being gay ... Salvos apologise over on-air comments Australian Salvation Army apologises for spokesman arguing gays should be executed Salvos apologise for 'put gaysto death' quote |
Newman uses TV ad spot to tout Costello audit – Brisbane Times
June 24th, 2012
 The West Australian | Newman uses TV ad spot to tout Costello audit Brisbane Times Premier Campbell Newman has used a $45000 television ad spot paid for by the previous Labor state government to tout a report on the state's financial affairs by former federal treasurer Peter Costello. In the one-minute advertisement, scheduled for ... Campbell Newman calls on Queenslanders to support his Government's Budget belt ... Newman uses airtime to talk about debt Newman uses Qld airtime to talk about debt |
Boats and carbon tax to dominate debate – Ninemsn
June 24th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Boats and carbon tax to dominate debate Ninemsn Border protection and the imminent introduction of Labor's carbon tax are expected to dominate debate when parliament resumes for the final sitting week before the long winter recess. Labor is using the latest asylum-seeker drownings to try to coerce ... Liberal MP Mal Washer calls on Tony Abbott to consider Malaysia for offshore ... It's not a day for politics, says Tony Abbott Abbott sticks to Nauru asylum solution |
Person missing after Caulfield South house fire – Herald Sun
June 24th, 2012
Person missing after Caulfield South house fire Herald Sun ONE person is missing after a house fire in Melbourne's southeast. Fire crews were called to a single-storey weatherboard home in Booran Road, Caulfield South, just before 3pm (AEST) on Sunday. A Metropolitan Fire Brigade (MFB) spokeswoman said there ... One missing after Caulfield house fire Person missing after Vic house fire One missing after fire destroys Caulfield South house |
T-Rex back, Uate dropped for Origin III – The Australian
June 24th, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | T-Rex back, Uate dropped for Origin III The Australian MANLY backrower Tony Williams has been rushed back into NSW's 19-man squad for next month's State of Origin rugby league decider against Queensland in Brisbane. Williams starred on his return from a back injury grabbing man of the match honours for the ... NSW recall Williams for Origin III Blues to give Stewart time to prove fitness NSW Blues coach Ricky Stuart names team for State of Origin decider |
No US hint of extraditing Assange: Carr – Sydney Morning Herald
June 24th, 2012
 CTV.ca | No US hint of extraditing Assange: Carr Sydney Morning Herald AAP The US government has given no hint it wants to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange over the release of secret diplomatic cables, Foreign Minister Bob Carr says. Senator Carr says two discussions with American officials have not indicated ... 'No hint' of US plan for Assange extradition: Australia 'No US hint of extraditing' Assange US has no plans to extradite Assange: Carr |
Truss backs NSW Pacific Highway funds – Ninemsn
June 24th, 2012
 BigPond News | Truss backs NSW Pacific Highway funds Ninemsn A NSW government push to have $2.1 billion earmarked for a Sydney rail link transferred to the Pacific Highway has the backing of federal Nationals Leader Warren Truss. Mr Truss said the proposal would be considered if the coalition won the next ... Nationals make highway declaration Nats reject gay marriage conscience vote |
conscience vote narrowly defeated – The Age
June 24th, 2012
conscience vote narrowly defeated The Age A motion calling on federal Nationals MPs to be given a conscience vote on same sex marriage has been narrowly defeated at the party's NSW conference. Federal leader Warren Truss argued such a move would breach a coalition promise to oppose gay ... |
Sydney constable charged with assault – Ninemsn
June 24th, 2012
Sydney constable charged with assault Ninemsn The constable was arrested at Mt Druitt Police Station on Sunday, where he was charged with domestic assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The charge followed an alleged domestic assault incident on Wednesday. The age of the alleged victim has not ... Police officer charged following alleged domestic assault - North West ... |
Carr welcomes talks on detained lawyer’s release – ABC Online
June 24th, 2012
 The Age | Carr welcomes talks on detained lawyer's release ABC Online The Government says "constructive" talks have been held between the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Libya over the detention of Australian lawyer Melinda Taylor. Ms Taylor and three ICC colleagues are accused of threatening Libyan national ... Libya talks over detained ICC lawyers productive: Carr Libyan govt and ICC talks productive Libya dashes hopes of early release for Australian ICC official |
Nats reject gay marriage conscience vote – SBS
June 24th, 2012
Nats reject gay marriage conscience vote SBS A NSW motion calling for Nationals MPs to have a conscience vote on gay marriage has been defeated by just 11 votes. A motion calling on federal Nationals MPs to be given a conscience vote on same sex marriage has been narrowly defeated at the party's ... |
Nats reject gay marriage conscience vote – NEWS.com.au
June 24th, 2012
Nats reject gay marriage conscience vote NEWS.com.au A MOTION calling on federal Nationals MPs to be given a conscience vote on same sex marriage has been narrowly defeated at the party's NSW conference. Federal leader Warren Truss argued such a move would breach a Coalition promise to oppose gay ... |
Family illness forces Harry Kewell to stay in London, quit Melbourne Victory – The Australian
June 24th, 2012
 Brisbane Times | Family illness forces Harry Kewell to stay in London, quit Melbourne Victory The Australian MELBOURNE Victory has confirmed that Harry Kewell has quit the club. The Socceroo, who was close to signing a new two year deal at the club, has opted to stay in London to be with his family following news that his wife's mother is gravely ill. Kewell confirms he's quitting Victory Kewell quits Melbourne Victory Kewell Quits Victory |
Police breakthrough in fatal hit and run – ABC Online
June 24th, 2012
 BigPond News | Police breakthrough in fatal hit and run ABC Online Police investigating a fatal hit and run south of Sydney will return to the crash site today, after questioning a man about the case. 58 year old Paul Snepvangers was found dead on the road next to his motorbike in The Royal National Park at Waterfall ... Police return to hit-and-run site Police return to Sydney hit-and-run site Police seize truck after fatal bike crash |
The Chamberlains before and after – Herald Sun
June 24th, 2012
The Chamberlains before and after Herald Sun < Prev of 2 Next > NEVER-before-seen photos have emerged of Lindy and Michael Chamberlain and their daughter, Azaria, before the baby girl was taken by a dingo. The photos - released by Michael Chamberlain - include one of Lindy pregnant in a jail ... The real Lindy, so full of fun Michael Chamberlain releases never-before-seen pictures of former wife Lindy ... |
‘Drink-driver’ hits two parked cars – NEWS.com.au
June 23rd, 2012
'Drink-driver' hits two parked cars NEWS.com.au A DRIVER has lost his licence after he allegedly smashed into two parked cars and recorded more than six times the legal alcohol limit. Police were called to Flowerdale Road in Liverpool, in Sydney's southwest, about 8.40pm (AEST) yesterday. Man charged after 0.315 PCA - Liverpool |
‘Drink-driver’ hits two parked cars – NEWS.com.au
June 23rd, 2012
'Drink-driver' hits two parked cars NEWS.com.au A DRIVER has lost his licence after he allegedly smashed into two parked cars and recorded more than six times the legal alcohol limit. Police were called to Flowerdale Road in Liverpool, in Sydney's southwest, about 8.40pm (AEST) yesterday. Man charged after 0.315 PCA - Liverpool |
What on earth? Rio+20 = 0 – Sydney Morning Herald
June 23rd, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | What on earth? Rio+20 = 0 Sydney Morning Herald Watch the PM's post-Rio address in full (Video Thumbnail) Click to play video Return to video Video settings Please Log in to update your video settings Video will begin in 5 seconds. Don't play Play now More video Recommended Asylum boat tragedy 'no ... Disappointing end to Rio summit Gillard claims Rio progress despite delay on sustainable development decisions Hillary Clinton loves Julia Gillard's hair |
2 Die in Gaza as Violence Escalates – New York Times
June 23rd, 2012
 USA TODAY | 2 Die in Gaza as Violence Escalates New York Times TEL AVIV — A Hamas cease-fire pledge seemed to be a mirage on Saturday, as strikes resumed on both sides of the Gaza border. Gaza officials blamed Israel for two deaths, including that of a 6-year-old boy, while Israel said one man was moderately ... Hamas threatens to escalate attacks on Israel Hamas: Gaza truce as of Saturday night As rocket fire continues, Gaza militant killed in IAF strike |
Victorian prisoners spared TAFE cuts while the rest of us suffer – Herald Sun
June 23rd, 2012
Victorian prisoners spared TAFE cuts while the rest of us suffer Herald Sun EXCLUSIVE: TAFE courses axed for law-abiding citizens will continue to be offered to criminals in jail. The Baillieu Government has confirmed its $100 million cuts to TAFE and vocational training budgets will not affect TAFE programs offered to inmates ... 'Comfort' letters leave TAFE discomfited Regional fallout from TAFE cuts In our city of perpetual festival, have we reached critical mass? |
Alleged sex attack near Broadmeadows train station – Herald Sun
June 23rd, 2012
Alleged sex attack near Broadmeadows train station Herald Sun Police release CCTV picture of suspect on BMX-type bike 25yo woman attacked as she left Broadmeadows station Attack happened about 4.30pm on Thursday, June 14 POLICE are hunting a man who indecently assaulted a woman three times as she left ... Man hunted over alleged sex attack Police hunt for man who assaulted woman from pink BMX |
Nationals recruit was keen on my party, Katter claims – Sydney Morning Herald
June 23rd, 2012
 Sydney Morning Herald | Nationals recruit was keen on my party, Katter claims Sydney Morning Herald THE federal independent MP, Bob Katter, has questioned the credibility of the Nationals' star recruit, Richard Torbay, saying Mr Torbay first approached him wanting to join his political party. Mr Torbay, the state independent for the seat of Northern ... Torbay bound for landslide win: polls Nats gamble in New England Torbay's national tilt |
Sandusky found guilty on child sex abuse charges; appeal expected – CNN
June 23rd, 2012
 CTV.ca | Sandusky found guilty on child sex abuse charges; appeal expected CNN Bellefonte, Pennsylvania (CNN) -- Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky will likely spend the rest of his life in jail after a jury convicted him on 45 of 48 counts related to sexual abuse of boys, ending a painful chapter for ... Ex-Penn St. assistant Sandusky convicted of abuse US coach convicted in child sex abuse case Jerry Sandusky convicted |
Pakistan’s new prime minister faces formidable challenges – Xinhua
June 23rd, 2012
 CTV.ca | Pakistan's new prime minister faces formidable challenges Xinhua by Muhammad Tahir ISLAMABAD, June 23 (Xinhua) -- Pakistan's new prime minister, Raja Pervez Ashraf, formally assumed office on Saturday and is facing countless and tough challenges ahead, with the most formidable ones being the energy crisis, ... Pakistani PM vows supremacy of parliament New Pak PM given guard of honour India PM congratulates new Pakistan premier |
Former NSW premier Keneally bows out – Brisbane Times
June 23rd, 2012
 NEWS.com.au | Former NSW premier Keneally bows out Brisbane Times The NSW opposition will meet to discuss a possible candidate for the seat of Heffron with former NSW Premier Kristina Keneally announcing her resignation from parliament. More than a year after leading NSW Labor to its most crushing defeat in history, ... Keneally quits politics Keneally exits but may make a return From hard ball to basketball |
Rio summit shows UN impotence – analysts – Herald Sun
June 23rd, 2012
 CBC.ca | Rio summit shows UN impotence - analysts Herald Sun THE outcome of the Rio summit provides further proof that the nation-state system is failing badly in tackling global environmental threats, say analysts. The UN's Conference on Sustainable Development had been billed as a once-in-a-generation chance ... Nobody's happy at the Rio+20 environmental summit Rio+20, the unhappy environmental summit Gillard defends environment summit |
Sorry for 30-year adoption policy – Herald Sun
June 23rd, 2012
 The Age | Sorry for 30-year adoption policy Herald Sun Attorney-General Nicola Roxon announces apology Similar to that made over Stolen Generations About 150000 forced adoptions from '50s to '70s THE Federal Government will formally apologise to families torn apart by forced adoptions. Govt to apologise for forced adoption Government to apologise for forced adoptions Forced adoption apology a 'significant step' for healing |
No victims found in Gold Coast fire – Ninemsn
June 23rd, 2012
No victims found in Gold Coast fire Ninemsn The Mermaid Beach building was popular with squatters and officers had feared a 20-year-old homeless man was inside when it went up in flames just after 1.20pm (AEST) on Friday. However, they say there was no sign of victims during a search of the ... No remains found in gutted building Fears squatter may have perished in blaze Homeless man missing after Gold Coast fire |
Floodwaters peak overnight in Gippsland – Herald Sun
June 23rd, 2012
 SBS | Floodwaters peak overnight in Gippsland Herald Sun Others Video Floods force evacuation of 20 Vic homes Three homes have been flooded and 20 have been evacuated in towns southeast of Melbourne. SES current emergency warnings Road closures and traffic alerts Pictures of Victorians braving the winter ... Residents flee Koo Wee Rup flooding Dozens evacuated from Victorian floodwaters Vic floods force evacuation of 20 homes |
SHAKEN: Earthquake rocks southern NSW – NEWS.com.au
June 23rd, 2012
 Cowra Community News | SHAKEN: Earthquake rocks southern NSW NEWS.com.au A 3.8-magnitude earthquake has struck in southern New South Wales. The quake, with an epicentre about 20 kilometres north of Boorowa, occurred at 7.16pm (AEST), Geoscience Australia said. The earthquake had a depth of 10km. It follows a 5.3-magnitude ... Earthquake rocks southern NSW Mag 3.8 earthquake hits Central West region Earthquake rattles Young |
Mag 3.8 earthquake hits Central West region – ABC Online
June 23rd, 2012
 RT | Mag 3.8 earthquake hits Central West region ABC Online By Jodie van de Wetering A magnitude 3.8 earthquake shook the Central West on Friday night. The quake hit at about 7:15pm, and the epicentre was 20km north of Boorowa and 40km northeast of Young. There are no reports of damage, and Geoscience Australia ... Earthquake rattles Young SHAKEN: Earthquake rocks southern NSW Earthquake rocks southern NSW |
Students say sorry to bullied US gran – Ninemsn
June 22nd, 2012
 The Guardian | Students say sorry to bullied US gran Ninemsn Two of the bullies who taunted a New York school bus monitor until she broke down in tears have apologised. A 10-minute mobile phone video of bus monitor Karen Klein, age 68, being insulted by 12 and 13-year-old students was posted to YouTube Tuesday. The school bus conductor, the bullies and a $500000 online gift Fund for bullied grandmother Karen Klein surpasses half a million dollars Bullied Bus Monitor Campaign Tops $500K |
Taliban Take Women and Children Hostage in Hotel Attack – ABC News
June 22nd, 2012
 ABC News | Taliban Take Women and Children Hostage in Hotel Attack ABC News Heavily armed Taliban insurgents stormed a popular lakeside hotel just outside of Kabul, killing at least 18 people and wounding several more in a brazen overnight attack. The assault, which lasted nearly 12 hours, began shortly before midnight on ... Taliban gunmen lay siege to Afghan hotel, 18 dead 18 killed as Kabul hotel standoff ends Journalist live-Tweets Taliban attack from inside firefight |
Public sector union demands job cut details – ABC Online
June 22nd, 2012
 BigPond News | Public sector union demands job cut details ABC Online The public sector union says the Victorian Government is not being open and transparent in its plan to slash 3600 jobs in the public service. The Government had already flagged its plans to slash jobs in the public service and yesterday it released the ... Jobs axed in Friday night fright Union attacks Vic govt's job cuts Fury over state job cuts |
Quake unearths missing moggy lost for three years – The Australian
June 22nd, 2012
Quake unearths missing moggy lost for three years The Australian FAMILY reunited with missing kitty following earthquake Kitty had been missing for three years before quake Was a little shaken and worse for wear, ready for TLC THE earthquake that shook Victoria this week also unearthed Fritz the cat -- a beloved ... Earthquake unearths Fritz the cat - three years after he went missing Missing cat returns to family after three years |
