Current Affairs

A woman has been charged over the alleged murder and dismemberment of her husband in Sydney's southwest last year.

A couple who bought a new home are warning others of the potential pitfalls of mortgagee sales, after struggling to get the former owner to leave.

Women are 34 times more likely to have to queue to use the bathroom, researchers say - and an Australia authority thinks it might have a potential help.

What you need to know about roads, essential services, where to get help, and today's weather.

Geoffrey Coker remained emotionless as the verdicts were read out, was convicted by Judge Clark and remanded on bail for sentencing on 9 December.

Twice a season's worth of rain within days caused mayhem in Otago this week.

Emergency services were called to the property in Auroa, South Taranaki at 8.50am.

Exercise Poseidon is a 36-hour event based on the scenario of a major earthquake hitting Wellington.

Meningitis can kill in 24 hours, and "it's essential we have a vaccination programme, free to everyone, because treatment often comes too late", bereaved dad says.

A patient at a major hospital asked not to receive care from anyone of Asian ethnicity - a request that was initially granted, which distressed staff.

More people own their homes - a stat that has surprised even the statisticians.

Benjamin Nevell made his submission against the Crown Minerals Amendment Bill while wading through flooding Dunedin

Mase Mahonri Schwalger has been stood down, but will remain on full pay while he appears in court.

The new plan is out for consultation but there are questions whether agencies will be able to support it.

Warmer weather and longer days can mean more people are exposed to the deadly disease. Audio

A de facto chief executive to oversee school property will be appointed following a critical ministerial inquiry. Audio

A homemade bomb blew up near a police officer during a search at a property in Feilding.