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Alleged drunk driver caught by police twice within 24-hours in Canberra
A man faces a long stint off the road after he was allegedly caught drink driving by police twice within 24-hours in Canberra's inner-north.
Australia
Sky plunged into darkness in total solar eclipse: 'Most incredible thing I've ever seen'
More than 20,000 people cheered as moon covered the sun for the 62-second event at 11.29am, while others shed a few tears.
Eclipse
Judge's sentencing remarks over jailed intelligence officer revealed
A former intelligence officer was jailed for threatening to extort highly classified national security information after he believed he had been wronged.
courts
Parliament House evacuated after smoke alarms sound
Thick smoke hung over the closely-guarded site.
federal politics
Inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial set to begin
An independent inquiry into how police, prosecutors and a victim's support service handled former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins' rape allegations is set to hold its first public hearing.
national
Waste workers strike for 24 hours across Sydney and Canberra
Sydney and Canberra residents may notice their rubbish bins remain full this morning, as waste management workers go on strike for better worker conditions.
Sydney
Inquiry into Black Summer bushfire set to resume
A coronial inquiry into a devastating bushfire near Canberra during Black Summer is set to resume following months of delays.
bushfires
AFP to be investigated over claims it perverted the course of justice
The Australian Commission for Law Enforcement Integrity (ACLEI) is investigating how Brittany Higgins' private information was leaked to the media during Bruce Lehrmann's trial.
Brittany Higgins
Girls charged after teen allegedly 'confined and beaten in prolonged attack'
Two girls have been charged following the alleged 'violent assault' of a teenager at a Canberra fast-food restaurant.
crime
Man jailed for shooting at Canberra airport that left witnesses fleeing for their lives
The man charged over a shooting at Canberra Airport has been sentenced to more than three years in prison.
courts
Bruce Lehrmann 'received anonymous threatening emails'
Lehrmann also told police he received another email that was subsequently deleted but contained the subject line "Truth will come out".
courts
Bruce Lehrmann fights to keep defamation actions alive
Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann faces the prospect that two late-filed defamation cases over media reports regarding the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins could be dismissed.
courtsLehrmann 'putting on a brave face' by claiming he could get defamation millions, court told
Lehrmann sent text messages on February 15, 2021, to his girlfriend regarding the potential payout after speaking with solicitor Warwick Korn.
Brittany Higgins
This town was just crowned Aussie town of the year
A surprising winner was chosen as the best Aussie town of the year. It beat out some beloved food havens, and iconic natural hotspots for the yearly honour.
national
Australia one of only six countries with 'healthy' air quality
The report wasn't all good news for Australia, with several monitoring stations in most capital cities exceeding the healthy limits.
pollution
Another heatwave to sizzle across two states
After days of relatively settled conditions along the nation's east coast, residents in two states have been warned over an incoming heatwave set to make life uncomfortable.
Weather
Cycle gym closes across Sydney and ACT as company goes into liquidation
Infinite Cycle was placed into liquidation two weeks ago after opening in 2021, promising "an experience like no other".
Sydney
Former political editor reveals new passion - writing children's books
Former 9news Political Editor Chris Uhlmann has swapped dealing with the nation's leaders for something a little more gentle - writing children's books.
Politics
What is behind this NSW lake's great disappearing act?
A disappearing lake in New South Wales is a source of mystery for first-time visitors, but experts say there is a simple reason why the water levels fluctuate so much.
Explainer
Russian spy ring in Australia busted
Some of the Russian agents posed as diplomatic staff while others used deep cover identities, operating for 18 months before being dismantled by ASIO.
Spy
NRL stars plead not guilty over alleged fight
Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from an alleged fight outside a Canberra nightclub.
courts
'Kind-hearted' young man fell to death on trip with friends
ACT Police were called to Gibraltar Falls, which is located about 46 km from Canberra, at about 5.25pm on Saturday.
accidents
Parliament House locked down due to 'threat' in foyer
9News understands the house was forced into a lockdown due to a "credible threat" in the Marble Foyer.
Politics
Campese withdraws Labor candidacy from NSW state election
Campese was a Labor candidate for Monaro near Canberra, which is currently held by Nationals MP Nicole Overall.
NSW Politics
Canberra Raiders hooker considers legal action against NSW Police
Canberra Raiders hooker Tom Starling has been cleared over a violent street fight because a court found police were not acting in their duty when they punched him in the face multiple times.
NRL
Property prices to fall by double digits in 2023, report warns
Hundreds of thousands of Aussies will be hit by the double whammy of a double-digit property value plunge and rising monthly mortgage repayments.
PROPERTY
Canberra man charged with murder after partner's body found
A Canberra man has been charged with murder after his partner was found dead inside a unit complex September 2022.
murder
Kyrgios assault charge dismissed after guilty plea
The Australian tennis player has pleaded guilty to common assault after an incident involving his former partner Chiara Passari in 2021.
assault
Grim reading for owners of units in Melbourne and Canberra
Owners of units in Melbourne and Canberra will wince at Domain's latest property report, which details record falls in unit prices following eight successive rate hikes.
PROPERTY
How Australia will mark January 26 across the country
While for many Australia Day is still a celebration of what makes the nation great, tens of thousands march to mourn and protest.
Australia Day
Woman freed after arm stuck in drain while trying to reach object
9News understands a child dropped an item down the drain and the woman was trying to retrieve it.
Australian Capital Territory
'Like nothing we'd seen before': Deadly Canberra fire's impact
About a week after the deadly fires that changed Canberra forever, firefighter Vivien Thomson saw the whole picture of devastation for the first time.
bushfires
Man 'pours petrol on cop, tries to ignite lighter while being arrested' at ACT home
A man allegedly tried to set fire to a police officer as he was being arrested at a Canberra home over a domestic violence incident.
crime
State-by-state guide: Where and when to watch the fireworks
Here's the big New Year's Eve events on in each major city in Australia.
New Years Eve
Lehrmann welcomes ACT government move to launch inquiry into trial
The inquiry will look into the behaviour of police and prosecutors but is not about "revisiting" the aborted trial.
Brittany Higgins
Summer of extremes as one state floods and another battles fire
The mercury is set to soar in one state after it's coldest summer start on record, but a disaster is unfolding in the north.
Weather
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 16, 2022
PM defends energy price relief plan; Big change to Australian citizenship ceremonies; Airports busy ahead of Christmas; ASX expected to fall
Live News Daily
Baby rattle recalled over possible choking hazard
The rattle, made from beechwood and silicone, does not meet the ACCC's size requirements for the mandatory toy safety standard for children 36 months and younger.
parenting
Administrative Appeals Tribunal abolished, replaced: Dreyfus
The Albanese government is abolishing a controversial government body and replacing it.
national
Officer sent goodbye text to loved ones during Queensland shooting
Prime minister Anthony Albanese described the incident as "an act of violence and bloodshed" as he reveled more details of the Wieambilla shooting, during an address in Parliament House this morning.
queensland
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 15, 2022
Four-vehicle crash sends multiple people to hospital; Power price relief bill set to pass Parliament; France reach World Cup final; Father of Wieambilla siege killers speaks
Live News Daily
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 14, 2022
Victoria shivers through coldest day on record; Woman dies after falling off cruise ship near South Australia; Queensland mourns ambush victims; Explosions heard in Kyiv for the first time in weeks
Live News Daily
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 13, 2022
Police officers killed in Queensland shooting identified; Extreme weather to hit Australia this summer; ASIC sues Star executives over money laundering failures
Live News Daily
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 12, 2022
COVID-19 to continue for at least two years, expert says; Student rescued from zoo panda enclosure
Live News Daily
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 9, 2022
Harry and Meghan documentary airs; The Star enters trading halt; Energy prices to dominate national cabinet; Russia frees US basketballer Brittney Griner in prisoner swap
Live News Daily
Police conduct in relation to Bruce Lehrmann trial referred to integrity watchdog
The ACT Attorney-General has confirmed allegations around police conduct in relation to the rape trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been referred to the law enforcement integrity body.
Brittany Higgins
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 8, 2022
Perth teen has charge upgraded to murder over pregnant woman's death; Baggage handlers seen in Qantas video sacked; Winter Omicron variants now just a quarter of COVID-19 cases; Putin says risk of nuclear conflict rising, but 'we're not mad'
Live News Daily
Teen who died from meningococcal saves lives through organ donation
Ally Behan had recently turned 18, just finished her HSC and attended her school formal and applied for university.
meningococcal
Breaking news and updates Australia: December 7, 2022
Human remains found under Brisbane units; Aussie family killed in Florida plane crash; Food poisoning alert for conference delegates; Queensland heatwave warning; Spain crash out of World Cup
Live News Daily
