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Geraldton RSL ANZAC Dawn service.

Anzac Day 2025Thousands in Geraldton honour the Anzacs at dawn

An estimated 4000 people came out in full force on a chilly morning for an emotional and poignant Anzac Day dawn service, making it one of the biggest turnouts in WA.

Josephine Hingst

Shadow veterans affairs minister Barnaby Joyce says no cuts will be made to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs under Coalition plans to slash 41,000 public servants from Canberra.

Federal election 2025CommentsCoalition promises no cuts to Veterans’ department

The Coalition says it will make ‘no cuts’ to the Department of Veterans’ Affairs under its plan to slash 41,000 public servants from Canberra, as questions swirl about the policy a week out from the election.

Ellen Ransley

If convicted, Luigi Mangione could face the death penalty for killing the CEO of UnitedHealth. (AP PHOTO)

CrimePremiumDeath penalty sought for US health CEO's accused killer

Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting dead the CEO of an American health care company, could face the death penalty if he is convicted of the crime.

Luc Cohen

Premier Roger Cook and Paul Papalia at the Kings Park dawn service.

ANZAC DAY 2025Premium‘Disgusting’: Cook slams heckler at Kings Park dawn service

Premier Roger Cook has slammed a heckler who disrupted a Welcome to Country at Perth’s Anzac Day dawn service at Kings Park.

Claire Sadler

Harvey Weinstein has appeared for his retrial in Manhattan Criminal Court. (AP PHOTO)

CrimePremiumWeinstein accuser had 'zero interest' in sex with him

A witness at the retrial of Harvey Weinstein says she once suggested that one of his accusers date the movie mogul, but the witness wasn't interested.

Jennifer Peltz

Hundreds gathered for a vigil for Audrey at Terrigal Beach on Thursday. NewsWire / Damian Shaw

NEWSPremiumVigil for teen as alleged killer found dead

Hundreds of mourners gathered at a vigil for Audrey Griffin as reports emerged her alleged killer was found dead in his jail cell.

Clareese Packer

A man has died after he was hit by a car in a suspected hit-and-run in Wembley.

crimePremiumPedestrian dies in ‘hit-and-run’ in Wembley

A man has died after he was hit by a car in a suspected hit-and-run in Wembley.

Caleb Runciman

The ashes of veterans were taken out to sea off Queensland's coast, in a sombre tribute.

ANZACCommentsBurial at sea marks sombre reminder of Anzac sacrifice

Thousands have stood side-by-side to remember those that have served and fallen for their country at one of Australia's most poignant Anzac ceremonies.

Fraser Barton

Children are in harm's way by what's happening online, Harry and Meghan say. (AP PHOTO)

Social AffairsPremiumHarry and Meghan want social media protection for kids

Harry and Meghan are calling for stronger protections for children online, and they say life is better off social media.

Laura Elston and Martyn Landi

Resmed makes sleep apnoea masks in Singapore and Australia, but the bulk of their trade is in North and South America.

NEWSAussie company scores Trump tariff exemption

One of Australia’s leading healthcare companies has locked in an exemption from Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.

Blair Jackson

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NEWSPremiumMurder charge after supermarket stabbing

An 18-year-old has been charged with murdering beloved business owner Linford Feick, who was fatally stabbed at his Darwin supermarket.

Blair Jackson, Alexandra Feiam

The man accused of killing teenager Audrey Griffin has been found dead in his prison cell. (HANDOUT/GOFUNDME)

CrimePremiumTeenager's alleged killer found dead days after arrest

The man accused of killing a teenage sportswoman has been found dead in custody days after he was arrested and charged with her murder.

Andrew Brown

The ashes of veterans were taken out to sea off Queensland's coast, in a sombre tribute. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

NewsBurial at sea marks sombre reminder of Anzac sacrifice

Thousands have stood side by side to remember those that have served and fallen for their country at one of Australia's most poignant Anzac ceremonies.

Fraser Barton

Peter Dutton and his wife Kirilly at Pine Rivers RSL Anzac Day Dawn Service. Richard Dobson / NewsWire

LIVEPremium‘Stain’: Anger at Dawn Service slur

Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have attended Anzac Day Dawn Services, as they pause election campaigning for the day to mark the solemn anniversary.

Jessica Wang and Nathan Schmidt

No injuries have been reported after an experimental plane crashed at a US military base. (file) (AP PHOTO)

Disaster and EmergencyAustralian-made experimental plane crashes at US base

An investigation is under way after an experimental aircraft crashed at a military base near the coast of Virginia.

Staff Writers

Heckles and boos interrupted Bunurong elder Mark Brown's Welcome to Country at the dawn service.

ANZACCommentsWelcome to Country jeers mar sombre Anzac ceremony

Outrage after tens of thousands show up to an Anzac Day dawn service and protesters heckle, boo during Indigenous welcome.

William Ton

A grieving son has uncovered his mother’s winning lotto ticket with a handwritten note, a bittersweet final gift she never knew she’d left behind.

THE NIGHTLYSon discovers mum’s winning lotto ticket after tragic death

A grieving son has uncovered his mother’s winning lotto ticket with a handwritten note, a bittersweet final gift she never knew she’d left behind.

Kimberley Braddish

A grieving son has uncovered his mother’s winning lotto ticket with a handwritten note, a bittersweet final gift she never knew she’d left behind.

World NewsCommentsSon discovers mum’s winning lotto ticket after tragic death

A grieving son has uncovered his mother’s winning lotto ticket with a handwritten note, a bittersweet final gift she never knew she’d left behind.

Kimberley Braddish

Cardinal Angelo Becciu was sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison in 2023 for fraud. (AP PHOTO)

Religion and BeliefPremiumConvicted fraudster cardinal wants to vote for pope

A cardinal who Pope Francis accused of nepotism and embezzlement by saying "I no longer have trust in you" could still be able to vote for the new pope.

Philip Pullella

Footage of the late stages of an argument between election volunteers in Duncraig on Wednesday were shared on Moore MP Ian Goodenough’s Facebook page. 

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
FEDERAL ELECTION 2025CommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Argument erupts between volunteers on WA campaign trail

Sparks have flown in the lead up to the Federal election as the number of West Aussies voting early soars with an argument breaking out at a Duncraig pre-polling centre. 

Sarah Steger

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks at the ANZAC Dawn Service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

Federal PoliticsCommentsAlbanese marks diggers’ sacrifice at dawn service

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has marked Anzac Day at the national dawn service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, which was marred by a lone pro-Palestine protester.

Katina Curtis

NCA. MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA. April 24th, 2025 . AFL Round 7. Anzac Day Eve. Melbourne vs Richmond at the MCG . Max Gawn leads the Demons off the MCG . Michael Klein

AFLPremium‘Extraordinary’: Gawn earns ultimate praise

After Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin had to defend an off-field battle for his captain Max Gawn after a down day but now the superstar is back starring.

Ronny Lerner

Bunurong elder Uncle Mark Brown delivers the Welcome to Country on April 25, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia.

AustraliaPremiumWelcome to Country jeers mar sombre Anzac ceremony

Tens of thousands have showed up to an Anzac Day dawn service, but a small cohort have been condemned for heckling an Indigenous welcome.

William Ton

Poor weather didn't deter a large crowd from gathering at The Cenotaph in Sydney for a dawn service.

ANZACCommentsRain no deterrent as big crowds turn out for Anzac Day services

A large crowd gathered for a traditional Anzac Day dawn service in Sydney, marking the legacy of Australia's service men and women through bouts of rain.

Alex Mitchell