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McDonald's stop after violent car theft from hospital

A man who stole a grandmother's car from outside a hospital, seriously injuring her, later used her bank card to buy cigarettes and fast food.

AAP · Sep 29

Modular homes fill niche in gridlocked regional council

Years of construction backlogs have forced councils to seek modular alternatives to house the next generation of regional workers.

AAP · Sep 29

More house price falls on cards as rates squeeze buyers

While not yet in uncharted territory, Australia's housing market is in for a hiding from higher interest rates, lower borrowing capacity and tax changes.

AAP · Sep 29

Pledge to 'wreck' mayor aired at corruption hearing

A former councillor and rogue developer's lawyer admitted he planned to bring down a mayor, as a corruption inquiry probing Liberal Party figures concludes.

AAP · Sep 29

Geelong defender medically retired through concussion

Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashni, who signed a secret waiver in his contract with the Cats in 2024, has been medically retired due to concussion.

AAP · Sep 29

Pearce 'thankfully' avoids surgery on Achilles injury

Fremantle have had one bit of good news as the post-mortem continues on their devastating, last-gasp grand final loss to Brisbane.

AAP · Sep 29

Push to allow party members a vote for Greens leader

Allowing party members, not just those in parliament, a say in who becomes Greens leader will lead to success at the ballot box, a former MP says.

AAP · Sep 29

Suburban data centre dumped after inquiry spotlight

Plans for a data centre slated for one semi-suburban area have been dumped in a win for community groups opposing construction near residential zones.

AAP · Sep 29

Whale of a task to remove 31-tonne carcass from beach

Authorities will use an excavator to remove a stinking 31-tonne whale carcass that washed ashore at a popular capital city beach.

AAP · Sep 29

Why grand final run might not net Knights coach Dally M

Justin Holbrook has achieved a stunning feat in his first year as Newcastle coach but the Knights' grand final berth won't count towards Dally M points.

AAP · Sep 29