The P-M has confirmed he'll join a phone call with world leaders over the weekend, to discuss potentially sending peacekeepers into Ukraine. An American woman who sparked a massive backlash for her handling of a wombat has now left the country. And Chappel Roan goes country

A ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine edges closer with Vladimir Putin saying he supports the proposal  Firefighters on the scene of a blaze at the Hilton Hotel at Surfers Paradise  The country's south east braces for heatwave conditions. Donald Trump threatens the European Union with 200% tariff on alcohol  And a premiere date set for Meghan Markle's new podcast

There are calls today for the Energy Minister to be sacked -- over a power bill hike for millions of Australians. Blades longer than 20-centimetres are being banned in Victoria from September 1st And Leonardo Dicaprio has unleashed on the Albanese Government

Coach Ivan Cleary is appealing to Panthers fans to embrace their new home of Western Sydney Stadium. Dylan Brown has revealed how Mitchell Moses tried to convince him to stick with the Eels. And Oscar Piastri says he's not feeling any added pressure, ahead of Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.   

Donald Trump's 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum come into effect Just under 35 THOUSAND homes remain without power this morning across South East Queensland The family of a surfer killed in a shark attack on a WA beach pay tribute to the 37-year-old  US and Russian officials prepare to meet to discuss a ceasefire deal 

It's the political blame game as U-S tariffs hit our Steel and Aluminium industry. A Border Force employee is accused of taking bribes to help criminals get illicit drugs into Australia. And This Hollywood star could be heading to the F1 this weekend

The PM has labelled the Trump Administration's latest tariffs on Aussie metals as 'entirely unjustified'  Australia's largest superannuation fund is being taken to court, for failing to process thousands of death benefits on-time.  AND Billy Joel has been forced to postpone his US tour! 

The captain of a cargo ship has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter after colliding with an oil tanker  A major clean up is underway in south east Queensland while tens of thousands of residents remain without power  Victoria's bail laws are set to become the toughest in the country amid a youth crime wave The US says Ukraine has accepted the terms of a peace deal with Russia.  

Australian Authorities Accused of "Over reaching" By Human Rights Commission.  Opposition Says Clock Ticking For P-M To Pick Up Phone To Donald Trump On Tariffs.  High Ranking Bikie Boss Accused Of Masterminding Anti-Semitic Arson Attacks in Syd.  And Nicole Kidman Eyes Off New Role In Cult Hit TV Show

The search continues today, for a surfer who's missing after what witnesses have described as a shark attack on the south coast of WA.  Things are starting to look up for residents impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred AND The director of Meghan Markle's new Netflix series has revealed what is was really like working with her! 

New South Wales and Queensland continue to be hit with heavy rain. Strike Force Pearl says caravan laden with explosives was a 'hoax'. And Ukraine's President Volodomyr Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of peace talks with the United States.  

Police have made a number of fresh arrests -- as part of their investigations into recent antisemitic incidents in Sydney. Major flood warnings are in place for several rivers and creeks in Queensland's south east as rain continues to fall on saturated catchments. And Lady Gaga announces tour dates

Donald Trump has continued to spruik described his incoming Tariffs on Mexico and Canada.  Queensland's Premier admits the response and recovery operation in the wake of ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred will be huge. AND Jessica Simpson has hinted at the cause of her marriage breakdown! 

More than 230,000 homes and businesses are without power in Queensland and NSW, in the wake of ex-cyclone Alfred.  Israel says it will cut off power to Gaza to increase pressure on Hamas to free hostages. And the death toll from intense fighting in Syria rises to at least 1,000.

13 Defence personnel who were responding in flood zones have been injured in a serious crash Relentless rain continues to fall in the wake of ex tropical cyclone WA Labor claims hat trick election win

Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to a tropical low Thousands without power in the wake of the storm Donald Trump issues stern warning to Russia

TC Alfred expected to weaken to a Category One before making landfall on Saturday. A second SpaceX rocket has exploded shortly after take-off, raining debris over the Bahamas. AND Harry Styles looks to sign onto a 35 show residency in Las Vegas.

A 17 year old boy is facing eight charges - after allegedly walking onto a commercial flight at Melbourne's Avalon airport - armed with a gun. Tropical Cyclone Alfred is making it way to the east coast -- and is now expected to make landfall tomorrow morning, as a category two storm.  And The legal battle heats up for Justin Baldoni 

Tropical Cyclone Alfred isn't likely to make landfall until early Saturday morning. The United States begins negotiations with Hamas. AND Ice Cube is stuck at his Gold Coast hotel amid Cyclone Alfred chaos.

The Prime Minister has confirmed early recovery grants of a million dollars for affected councils across QLD and NSW as Cyclone Alfred inches closer.  The United States announces a pause to intelligence sharing with Ukraine.  AND Ice Cube is reportedly stuck in his hotel room in Queensland!