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Single ticket claims entire $150 million Powerball jackpot

A single winning ticket has claimed the entire $150 million Powerball jackpot, a tie for the third largest ever drawn in Australia.Lottery officials from The Lott said the winner of tonight's mega draw was from South Australia.The winning numbers were 18, 29, 34, 8, 4, 28 and 6 with a Powerball of 11.READ MORE: Tradies labelled heroes after saving...

Thu May 23, 2024 15:39
'Cross your legs' remark in Queensland parliament sparks controversy

A shouted heckle of "cross your legs" amid a loud and fiery debate over pregnant mothers being diverted to hospitals further away has sparked controversy in Queensland.The aftermath has seen an opposition MP referred to the Ethics Committee as she reportedly considers legal action over the sharing of a video of the incident.Health Minister Shannon...

Thu May 23, 2024 14:39
Innovative pink lights used to grow footy turf

There's been a strange pink glow over the eastern suburbs in recent times, that's been the subject of much chat amongst locals.While the stratosphere of our planet has been painted in unusual hues over the last few weeks, for months over one particular part of Moore Park, directly above Allianz Stadium, it has been marked by a sky-high swatch of humming...

Thu May 23, 2024 13:39
May's 'flower moon' to light up the sky tonight

Stargazers are in for a treat this week with the full moon returning for its May engagement, peaking tonight for Australians.May's full moon is known as the flower moon, a reference to its appearance in late spring, when many flowering plants in the Northern Hemisphere begin to bloom again after their winter slumber.The glowing orb will reach maximum...

Thu May 23, 2024 13:39
PM says tribunal member made call to release detainee charged with murder

Anthony Albanese has sought to shield his government from further backlash over a former immigration detainee now charged with murder, with the Prime Minister saying the decision to release him was made by a coalition-appointed member of the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.Amid demands from the federal opposition to sack Immigration Minister Andrew...

Thu May 23, 2024 12:40
Younger Australians cutting back on essentials due to cost of living

Many Australians over 60 have spent more on travel and dining out in the last year, while people in their mid-to-late 20s have pulled back on their spending, new research suggests.Australians aged 25 to 29 have cut back on their spending by 3.5 per cent in the last 12 months, with sacrifices made on both essential and discretionary expenses, according...

Thu May 23, 2024 12:40

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