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It is believed the man had been trying to take a photo when the accident occurred.

A Jetstar plane heading to Bali fanged a uey back to Melbourne after more than four hours in the air ‘cos of a “miscommunication” with Indonesian authorities. Sorry Suze, no bootleg Meet The Fockers DVDs or Bali braids for you!Passenger Rafe Berding told the ABC the flight was meant to leave…

The New South Wales opposition is promising to overturn an unpopular decision to charge admission to watch the Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks at some harbourside locations, arguing it's a "fundamental" experience that should be free.

A 22-year-old man has been hailed as a local "hero" after he quickly swam to the rescue of two children who got caught in a whirlpool while swimming at the beach in Melbourne

Barefoot under the dappled shade of Yuelarbah track's spotted gum, ironbark and white mahogany trees is where Maree Edwards feels at peace.

NSW Opposition Leader Chris Minns has big plans for future New Year's Eve celebrations if his Labor party wins the state election in March.

Alice Springs locals flock to the Todd River banks after former tropical cyclone Ellie brought "a lovely change" to the desert.

Four people have drowned and died in Australia making for a deadly Christmas. With more hot weather, authorities have issued more warnings.

The head of the UK's high-speed rail rollout says "fixing the corridor between Sydney and the Hunter" would make the most difference to the most people.