NSW drivers to share in $560m cash toll relief while Uber drivers, taxi drivers, heavy vehicles and more to miss out

More than 700,000 drivers are expected to share in $560 million in cost-of-living relief under a toll-relief scheme. But cars registered with businesses, ride-shares, taxis and heavy vehicles will be ineligible for NSW’s $60 toll cap, which starts on January 1. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Thousands of Sydney drivers to benefit from cap on motorway … Read more

Woman injured in crash while picking up granddaughter from McDonald’s in Werrington

A woman has been seriously injured after a driver crashed into her while she was picking up her granddaughter from a McDonald’s shift in Western Sydney. About 9.55pm on Wednesday, emergency services were called to the Great Western Highway at Werrington following reports of a two-car crash. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Sydney crash chaos. Watch … Read more

‘Grossly reckless’: Man learns fate over toddler’s bashing death at hands of mum

Trigger warning: This article contains descriptions of child abuse A Sydney dad has been slammed by a judge while being sentenced for failing to provide medical assistance to his toddler stepson, who was violently assaulted by his mother before his death. The man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was found guilty by a … Read more

Annastacia Palaszczuk resigns as Queensland premier: ‘It’s time for me to leave’

Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced she will resign as Queensland premier. Palaszczuk made the announcement at a press conference just after 11am on Sunday, saying that it was “time to leave”. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Queensland premier resigns. Watch the latest news and stream for free on 7plus >> “Queensland is in good shape, which is … Read more

Young boy, 7, who died after being struck by car in Balranald, NSW identified

A little boy who died after he was struck by a car in regional NSW has been remembered as “extraordinary” and “kind-hearted”, with his local community now rallying around his family after an already tough year. William Ellis, 7, was hit by a car on Market St in Balranald, near the NSW-Victorian border, on Wednesday … Read more

Victorian health department warns of increase in cases of cryptosporidiosis, with some cases linked to public pools

A health alert has been issued in Victoria following an increase in cases of a type of gastro — and some of the cases are linked to public swimming pools. According to Victorian Chief Health Officer Doctor Clare Looker, cases of cryptosporidiosis (crypto) — a bowel infection caused by a parasite — have spiked since … Read more

Jennifer Lopez Thickened Her Eyebrows to the Max, and She Should Do It All the Time — See the Photos

We’ve been flirting with thinner brows this year, but Jennifer Lopez is here to say “Not so fast!” The musician’s take on holiday beauty is all about smoldering smoky eyes, super glossy lips and a thick, bold set of brows. If you were looking for inspo for your upcoming holiday party or family gathering, look … Read more

New rules for Australia’s 400,000 fixed term contract workers a ‘clear win’ for employees

A major overhaul of the nation’s fixed-term contract rules will provide vital protection against exploitation for close to 400,000 Australian employees, experts say. Under new rules, which will apply from Wednesday, December 6, workers will be prohibited from being employed on a fixed-term contract (FTC) for more than two years. Employers will also be forbidden … Read more

Steven Miles could face challenge for leadership as Queensland’s 40th premier following resignation of Annastacia Palaszczuk

A contested leadership ballot may decide who replaces Annastacia Palaszczuk as Queensland premier. Deputy Premier Steven Miles is considered the frontrunner to take over from Palaszczuk, who finishes up this week after announcing her resignation on Sunday. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Annastacia Palaszczuk resigns as QLD premier. Watch the latest news and stream for free … Read more

Bali dethroned by New Zealand as Australia’s number one travel destination this summer

Could Australia’s love affair with Bali be waning? With its picturesque scenery, lively nightlife, food options, cheap flights and value for money, Australians flock to the Island of the Gods in big numbers every year. But new data suggests travellers are planning to skip Bali, and more broadly Indonesia, this summer. Watch the latest news … Read more