The company that broadcast the Kyle and Jackie O Show has launched a counter claim against the duo seeking damages for breach of contract, losses in profit and advertising revenue, and legal costs.
A Perth man, Lachie Perrem, is in critical condition with burns to 75% of his body after a robot vacuum cleaner caught fire at his home in Brabham. Investigators are examining the faulty appliance, while the family faces a long recovery and rebuilding their lives.
Australia has joined international condemnation of a Chinese missile test in the Pacific, citing non-compliance with international law and insufficient notice. China claims the test was routine military training.
Yeppoon teenager Tyler Calleja, 18, is in critical condition after falling from a Surfer's Paradise apartment complex. The community, including his football club, is raising funds for his medical costs, which have already reached $50,000. Police are investigating the incident.
Labor's draft national platform will soften its opposition to mandatory jail sentences, recognizing they don't reduce crime. It also commits to cracking down on online gambling inducements, pressuring the government to toughen reforms.
Nathan Fitzgerald, a 27-year-old teacher and suburban footballer, died after a head collision with a cricket pitch during a match. A commemorative service and fundraising efforts are underway to support his family.
A woman in Redlands, Australia, experienced a terrifying harassment during her morning run, fearing for her life. The incident highlights a common issue faced by female runners in Brisbane, with experts emphasizing the need to address the behavior of perpetrators rather than expecting women to change their routines.
