http://bigpondnews.com/rssfeed/National/ Latest National articles. en Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:23:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Four_injured_as_police_chase_car_442766.html Four people were hurt when a car being chased by police collided with another vehicle on the Gold Coast. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:57:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Four_injured_as_police_chase_car_442766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/WA_adventurer_on_top_of_the_world_442763.html A WA adventurer says he's on top of the world after surviving three weeks skiing towards the North Pole. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:28:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/WA_adventurer_on_top_of_the_world_442763.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Alleged_bikie_charged_over_firearm_442757.html Police have charged an alleged member of the Notorious bikie gang with firearm offences in Sydney's west. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:20:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Alleged_bikie_charged_over_firearm_442757.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Calls_for_tougher_vandal_penalties_442744.html Graffiti vandals will face court and be banned from driving if the NSW opposition wins the next election. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:10:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Calls_for_tougher_vandal_penalties_442744.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/State_polls_dont_reflect_fed_vote_442719.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says he's prepared to work with any state premier, be they Labor or Liberal. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 08:29:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/State_polls_dont_reflect_fed_vote_442719.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Villages_face_six_week_water_wait_442718.html Slow moving flood waters from Queensland continue to isolate townships in northern NSW. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:56:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Villages_face_six_week_water_wait_442718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Mum_revives_toddler_442705.html A mother has brought back to life her 2-year-old son after he fell into a water tank. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:55:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Mum_revives_toddler_442705.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Vintage_Bentley_driver_dies_in_crash_442702.html An elderly driver died when his vintage Bentley collided head-on with a four-wheel drive south of Melbourne. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:52:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Vintage_Bentley_driver_dies_in_crash_442702.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Margaret_River_named_top_surf_break_442698.html Margaret River has officially joined the ranks of the world's top 10 surf breaks. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:44:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Margaret_River_named_top_surf_break_442698.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Ului_threat_passes_but_eye_now_on_flood_442697.html Tropical Cyclone Ului has crossed the Queensland coast at Airlie Beach with winds of around 200km/h. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:53:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Ului_threat_passes_but_eye_now_on_flood_442697.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Coroners_report_into_Mainwarings_death_442671.html A coroner's report says Ben Cousins saw a plate of cocaine in the home of Chris Mainwaring before he died. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:25:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Coroners_report_into_Mainwarings_death_442671.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Disabled_boy_dies_in_house_fire_442652.html A 16-year-old disabled boy has died in a Perth house fire after being unable to escape. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 05:01:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Disabled_boy_dies_in_house_fire_442652.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Tasmania_will_do_whats_good_for_Tas_442644.html Tas Liberal leader Will Hodgman says when it comes to health reform he won't be influenced by Kevin Rudd. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:50:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Tasmania_will_do_whats_good_for_Tas_442644.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/SA_Libs_still_wont_concede_442636.html Liberal Leader Isobel Redmond says she has an uphill battle to triumph in the South Australian election. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:35:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/SA_Libs_still_wont_concede_442636.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Thousands_remember_Saxon_on_the_Coast_442633.html Balloons in the red and blue colours of Saxon Bird's Queenscliff SLSC have wafted over the Gold Coast today. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:13:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Thousands_remember_Saxon_on_the_Coast_442633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Cyclone_may_affect_Qld_tourism_442599.html Industry leaders say tourism should recover quickly after its battering from Cyclone Ului. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:10:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Cyclone_may_affect_Qld_tourism_442599.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Perth_median_house_price_to_reach_1M_442630.html A property monitoring group says Perth's median house price will hit $1 million in the next 10 years. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:06:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Perth_median_house_price_to_reach_1M_442630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Syd_turns_green_for_Paddys_Day_parade_442629.html Sydneysiders have lined the streets with green for the annual St Patrick's Day parade. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 04:00:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Syd_turns_green_for_Paddys_Day_parade_442629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Get_vaccinated_now_against_swine_flu_442605.html Australians are being warned to get vaccinated now, to reduce the risk of another swine flu pandemic. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:26:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Get_vaccinated_now_against_swine_flu_442605.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/CMC_to_have_phone_tapping_ability_442601.html Queensland's Crime and Misconduct Commission will run an independent phone-tapping unit from July 1. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:22:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/CMC_to_have_phone_tapping_ability_442601.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Abbott_wont_release_hospital_policy_yet_442598.html Opposition leader Tony Abbott says the last thing Australia needs is experimentation with public hospitals. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:15:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Abbott_wont_release_hospital_policy_yet_442598.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Car_burned_as_police_interview_victim_442597.html A man's car has been torched in Brisbane's west while he was being interviewed by police. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 03:11:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Car_burned_as_police_interview_victim_442597.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/State_elections_mean_little_says_Tanner_442576.html Finance Minister Lindsay Tanner says the state election results will have little impact at a federal level. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:12:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/State_elections_mean_little_says_Tanner_442576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Police_seek_arrests_using_YouTube_clips_442575.html Victoria police hope to arrest several rioters from an attack on a Bob Jane T-Mart store using YouTube. Sun, 21 Mar 2010 01:11:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Police_seek_arrests_using_YouTube_clips_442575.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Sydney_gas_refilling_factory_fire_442501.html Firefighters have battled a raging inferno at a gas refilling factory in Sydney's west for over 24 hours. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:11:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Sydney_gas_refilling_factory_fire_442501.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Asylum_seeker_speculation_442499.html Asylum seekers could be moved to Darwin as the arrival of another boat tests capacity on Christmas Island. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:07:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Asylum_seeker_speculation_442499.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Wait_begins_for_state_election_results_442498.html State election results in SA and Tas remain inconclusive, but Mike Rann looks likely to remain SA premier. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:06:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Wait_begins_for_state_election_results_442498.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Four_dead_following_police_chase_442497.html Four people have been killed during a police pursuit in Canberra. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:06:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Four_dead_following_police_chase_442497.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Queensland_looks_over_cyclone_damage_442496.html North Queensland residents have woken to damage wrought by Cyclone Ului and winds of 200km/h. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:06:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Queensland_looks_over_cyclone_damage_442496.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Cyclone_hits_Qld_at_Airlie_Beach_442467.html Tropical Cyclone Ului has crossed the Queensland coast at Airlie Beach with winds of around 200km/h. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 18:14:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/Cyclone_hits_Qld_at_Airlie_Beach_442467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/SA_Tas_elections_undecided_442450.html It could be days before SA and Tas finalise election results as the outcomes were too close to call. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:57:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/21/SA_Tas_elections_undecided_442450.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Church_wont_impact_community_442445.html The Brethren religious sect says its proposed church on the NSW coast won't impact the community. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:28:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Church_wont_impact_community_442445.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Ului_re-intensifies_442400.html Tropical Cyclone Ului has re-intensified and is now set to hit the Qld coast as a category three storm. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:42:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Ului_re-intensifies_442400.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Swing_against_SA_Labor_but_Rann_safe_442430.html Mike Rann is still positioned to remain premier after early counting in Saturday's state election. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:38:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Swing_against_SA_Labor_but_Rann_safe_442430.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Swing_to_Greens_tight_Tasmanian_race_442429.html The Tasmanian Greens are set to capitalise on a large swing to them in the state's election. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:38:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Swing_to_Greens_tight_Tasmanian_race_442429.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Teens_charged_with_setting_school_ablaze_442426.html Three teenage boys have been charged with arson over a blaze in the gymnasium of a Brisbane school. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:32:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Teens_charged_with_setting_school_ablaze_442426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Rioters_smash_Melbourne_tyre_store_442424.html A Bob Jane T-marts store in Melbourne's southeast has been trashed after a protest turned violent. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:26:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Rioters_smash_Melbourne_tyre_store_442424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fire_at_gas_refill_factory_under_control_442408.html More than 100 firefighters have brought a blaze at a gas refilling factory under control in Sydney's west. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:01:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fire_at_gas_refill_factory_under_control_442408.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fake_music_producer_nets_millions_442395.html A Sydney man has netted a fortune of $6.5 million after posing as a music producer. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:28:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fake_music_producer_nets_millions_442395.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Sth_Aust_polls_close_as_leaders_wait_442389.html Polling booths have closed across SA for an election both major political leaders say is too close to call. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:07:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Sth_Aust_polls_close_as_leaders_wait_442389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Polls_close_in_Tas_442390.html The polls have closed in Tasmania and counting has begun to determine the state's next parliament. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:07:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Polls_close_in_Tas_442390.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Sixth_Injured_digger_in_Afghan_blast_442387.html An injured Australian soldier has continued fighting in Afghanistan for two days before seeking help. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 08:05:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Sixth_Injured_digger_in_Afghan_blast_442387.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Clubmate_defends_comp_decision_442372.html A club mate of a young lifesaver who drowned has defended the decision to run the surf competition. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 07:28:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Clubmate_defends_comp_decision_442372.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/OFarrell_slams_Labours_incompetence_442367.html Barry O'Farrell has slammed the NSW government's 'incompetence' over the dumped metro project. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 06:45:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/OFarrell_slams_Labours_incompetence_442367.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Man_dies_after_truck_motorbike_collide_442321.html A man has died after his motorbike collided with a truck on the NSW Central Coast. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 04:31:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Man_dies_after_truck_motorbike_collide_442321.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Championship_organisers_cancel_events_442265.html The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships have cancelled water based events after the death of a surfer. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 01:55:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Championship_organisers_cancel_events_442265.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Rioters_trash_Melbourne_store_442251.html A Bob Jane T-marts store in Melbourne's southeast has been trashed after a protest turned violent. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 23:59:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Rioters_trash_Melbourne_store_442251.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/19-year-old_dies_in_surf_accident_442210.html The Australian Surf Life Saving Championships have cancelled water based events after the death of a surfer. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:45:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/19-year-old_dies_in_surf_accident_442210.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Another_asylum_boat_intercepted_442221.html A boat carrying 92 suspected asylum seekers has been in intercepted north-west of Christmas Island. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:42:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Another_asylum_boat_intercepted_442221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Pension_payments_to_rise_from_today_442214.html About four million people are set to receive a bigger pension payment from today. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:38:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Pension_payments_to_rise_from_today_442214.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Big_names_lend_a_helping_hand_442216.html Big Australian names have given their support to the government's new indigenous GenerationOne project. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:38:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Big_names_lend_a_helping_hand_442216.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fire_at_gas_refilling_factory_442219.html More than 100 firefighters have brought a blaze at a gas refilling factory under control in Sydney's west. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:37:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Fire_at_gas_refilling_factory_442219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/China_wont_budge_on_Stern_Hu_442215.html China's confirmed part of the trial against Rio Tinto executive Stern Hu will be in a closed court. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:37:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/China_wont_budge_on_Stern_Hu_442215.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Liberals_on_the_cusp_of_election_victory_442218.html According to the latest newspoll, the SA Liberals are heading for victory in today's state election. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:36:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Liberals_on_the_cusp_of_election_victory_442218.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Hung_parliament_forecasted_for_Tasmania_442217.html Polls are open for the Tasmanian election with voters widely tipped to return a hung parliament. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:36:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Hung_parliament_forecasted_for_Tasmania_442217.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Final_preparations_for_Ului_in_Nth_Qld_442134.html Communities along Qld's north have begun their final preparations for the arrival of tropical cyclone Ului. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:56:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/Final_preparations_for_Ului_in_Nth_Qld_442134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/E_coli_found_in_Gold_Coast_water_442101.html Nerang residents on the Gold Coast are boiling their tap water following an E coli outbreak. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:00:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/E_coli_found_in_Gold_Coast_water_442101.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/NSW_launches_plan_to_curb_violence_442100.html NSW has launched a program to crack down on alcohol-fuelled violence at trouble spots. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:00:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/20/NSW_launches_plan_to_curb_violence_442100.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Car_simulator_launched_in_Qld_442098.html Qld's University of Technology has launched a car simulator, to test drivers reactions. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:07:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Car_simulator_launched_in_Qld_442098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Suspected_carjacker_appears_in_court_442087.html A suspected armed robber who sparked a major police manhunt in Perth has appeared in court. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:50:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Suspected_carjacker_appears_in_court_442087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Man_finally_admits_to_killing_442082.html A Victorian man has finally admitted to brutally bashing and drowning an Adelaide teenager. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:26:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Man_finally_admits_to_killing_442082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Cyclone_downgraded_to_category_two_442054.html Tropical cyclone Ului has been downgraded to a category two system. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:46:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Cyclone_downgraded_to_category_two_442054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Expert_criticises_Windsor_Hotel_442053.html Planning Minister Justin Madden is under pressure after approving the controversial Windsor development. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:34:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Expert_criticises_Windsor_Hotel_442053.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Tree_and_power_lines_fall_on_bus_in_Syd_442024.html In Sydney, a falling tree has brought down live power lines which wrapped around a moving bus. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:29:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Tree_and_power_lines_fall_on_bus_in_Syd_442024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Rudd_says_Labor_are_underdogs_442023.html PM Kevin Rudd has claimed underdog status for Labor in elections in SA and Tasmania this weekend. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:14:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Rudd_says_Labor_are_underdogs_442023.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Surf_Lifesaver_dies_in_competition_442011.html A 19-year-old man has died after being hit by his own ski during a lifesaving competition on the Gold Coast. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:23:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Surf_Lifesaver_dies_in_competition_442011.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Man_charged_over_bashing_elderly_couple_441994.html A Perth man accused of robbing and bashing an elderly couple in their home has appeared in court. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 06:00:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Man_charged_over_bashing_elderly_couple_441994.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Big_names_lend_a_hand_to_campaign_441992.html Some of Australia's biggest names will help kick start a campaign tonight to end indigenous inequality. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 05:54:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Big_names_lend_a_hand_to_campaign_441992.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Top_cop_carries_bullets_on_plane_441971.html Victoria's police chief Simon Overland has been caught carrying bullets on board a domestic flight. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:53:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Top_cop_carries_bullets_on_plane_441971.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Teen_gets_more_than_12_yrs_for_murder_441961.html A teenager will spend more than 12 years in jail over three brutal Sydney street attacks. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 04:11:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Teen_gets_more_than_12_yrs_for_murder_441961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Womans_throat_cut_as_she_was_sleeping_441927.html A 17-year-old boy has been charged after slashing the throat of a woman asleep in her home in Kelso. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:54:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Womans_throat_cut_as_she_was_sleeping_441927.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Qld_makes_sustainable_recovery_441923.html The Qld govt says the state's economy is making a sustainable recovery, with mining development crucial. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:37:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Qld_makes_sustainable_recovery_441923.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Australia_Fiji_join_forces_after_Tomas_441920.html Australia and Fiji are managing to co-operate in the wake of Cyclone Tomas. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:16:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Australia_Fiji_join_forces_after_Tomas_441920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Cyclone_Ului_downgraded_441919.html Tropical cyclone Ului has been downgraded to a category two system. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:16:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Cyclone_Ului_downgraded_441919.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Nurses_target_seats_on_aged_funding_441915.html Victorian nurses will target marginal Labor seats in their campaign to improve funding for aged care. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:14:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Nurses_target_seats_on_aged_funding_441915.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Crime_advisory_group_could_be_hijacked_441914.html Legal experts say Qld's justice system is in danger of being hijacked by lobby groups and fanatics. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:14:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Crime_advisory_group_could_be_hijacked_441914.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Movie_piracy_operations_revealed_441913.html Police have shut down two movie piracy operations in Sydney's west. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:14:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Movie_piracy_operations_revealed_441913.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Police_appeal_for_assault_witnesses_441891.html Police are asking witnesses to the bashing of a tourist in wheelchair in Sydney's west to come forward. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:30:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Police_appeal_for_assault_witnesses_441891.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Perth_police_escapee_charged_441612.html An alleged carjacker recaptured in WA after a seven hour man hunt has been charged with escaping custody. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 23:04:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Perth_police_escapee_charged_441612.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Qld_councils_preparing_for_Ului_441769.html Queensland communities are continuing to prepare for the arrival of category three tropical cyclone Ului. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Qld_councils_preparing_for_Ului_441769.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Tas_could_have_hung_parliament_441768.html The latest Newspoll on the Tasmanian state election shows there could be a hung parliament. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Tas_could_have_hung_parliament_441768.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/NSW_electricity_bills_to_rise_441767.html Electricity bills in NSW will soar by up to 64 per cent over the next three years. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/NSW_electricity_bills_to_rise_441767.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Donkey_vote_could_save_Labor_in_SA_441766.html The Electoral Reform Society says the donkey vote may save SA's Labor govt at Saturday's state election. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Donkey_vote_could_save_Labor_in_SA_441766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/China_warns_over_politicising_Hu_trial_441765.html China has warned Australia not to politicise the looming trial of businessman Stern Hu. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/China_warns_over_politicising_Hu_trial_441765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Obama_postpones_Australia_visit_441764.html US President Barack Obama has postponed his trip to Australia and Indonesia until June. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:50:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/19/Obama_postpones_Australia_visit_441764.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sex_offender_nabbed_in_Sydney_441688.html A convicted child sex offender has been arrested at an ex-girlfriend's home in Sydney. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:38:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sex_offender_nabbed_in_Sydney_441688.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Arrests_after_elderly_couple_bashed_441686.html Police have arrested a man and a woman over the vicious bashing of an elderly couple in their Perth home. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:29:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Arrests_after_elderly_couple_bashed_441686.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Cyclone_expected_to_hit_on_weekend_441683.html Qld communities are preparing for category three cyclone Ului, which is expected to hit over the weekend. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:22:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Cyclone_expected_to_hit_on_weekend_441683.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Missing_boat_being_treated_as_a_hoax_441689.html The report of a boat containing five people that had allegedly gone missing is now being treated as a hoax. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:28:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Missing_boat_being_treated_as_a_hoax_441689.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Child_sex_offender_arrested_in_Syd_441668.html A convicted child sex offender has been arrested at an ex-girlfriend's home in Sydney. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:27:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Child_sex_offender_arrested_in_Syd_441668.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Henry_Review_to_overhaul_family_tax_441651.html The Henry tax review reportedly recommends payments to families be reduced once children reach school age. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:10:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Henry_Review_to_overhaul_family_tax_441651.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Tas_Labor_on_slippery_slide_out_of_power_441637.html Tasmanian Premier David Bartlett has taken full responsibility for the 'robo-call' campaign blunder. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:58:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Tas_Labor_on_slippery_slide_out_of_power_441637.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/South_Australian_Labor_slams_coalition_441627.html Labor is branding the SA opposition's funding for its election promises as a 'magic pudding'. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 08:24:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/South_Australian_Labor_slams_coalition_441627.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sex_offender_remains_at_large_in_Melb_441579.html A sex offender remains on the run after absconding from a corrections officer on a visit to Melbourne. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 06:01:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sex_offender_remains_at_large_in_Melb_441579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Senate_rejects_inquiry_into_Scientology_441577.html The Senate has rejected a call for a parliamentary inquiry into the Church of Scientology. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:56:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Senate_rejects_inquiry_into_Scientology_441577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Rental_vacancies_fall_in_NSW_metro_441576.html Vacancy rates for rental properties in major NSW cities have fallen for the second month in a row. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:46:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Rental_vacancies_fall_in_NSW_metro_441576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Government_not_ignoring_mental_health_441575.html The federal government denies it has ignored mental health care in its health reform plans. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:46:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Government_not_ignoring_mental_health_441575.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Govt_puts_Abbott_on_the_spot_441574.html The fed govt suspended question time to put Tony Abbott on the spot on the issue of health reform. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:46:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Govt_puts_Abbott_on_the_spot_441574.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Windsor_Hotel_to_be_redeveloped_441573.html A controversial $260 million redevelopment of Melbourne's historic Windsor Hotel has been approved. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 05:45:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Windsor_Hotel_to_be_redeveloped_441573.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Rann_fighting_more_claims_441485.html SA Premier Mike Rann is still fighting off accusations relating to an alleged affair with a former waitress. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Rann_fighting_more_claims_441485.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Cyclone_Ului_likely_to_reintensify_441484.html Tropical cyclone Ului threatening Qld has been downgraded to category three but is expected to re-intensify. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Cyclone_Ului_likely_to_reintensify_441484.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Hunt_for_Perth_carjacker_441483.html A police search is underway in Perth's northern suburbs for a man involved in carjackings. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Hunt_for_Perth_carjacker_441483.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Report_calls_for_grog_trading_cutback_441482.html A Qld parliamentary committee has recommended hours for pubs and clubs be wound back to reduce violence. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Report_calls_for_grog_trading_cutback_441482.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/NSW_faces_record_power_bill_hike_441481.html NSW consumers are set to be slugged with the biggest increases in household electricity bills ever seen. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/NSW_faces_record_power_bill_hike_441481.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Buttrose_nephew_jailed_441480.html Ita Buttrose's nephew has been sentenced to at least 12.5 years jail for drug offences. Thu, 18 Mar 2010 02:01:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Buttrose_nephew_jailed_441480.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Search_for_lost_boat_resumes_441389.html The search continues for a boat reported missing off Victoria's southeast coast with five people aboard. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:54:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Search_for_lost_boat_resumes_441389.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Family_welfare_payments_could_be_cut_441388.html The Henry tax review reportedly recommends payments to families be reduced once children reach school age. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 21:54:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Family_welfare_payments_could_be_cut_441388.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Bligh_promises_balance_in_booze_report_441348.html A Qld parliamentary committee is due to release its recommendations on how to curb booze-fueled violence. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:57:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Bligh_promises_balance_in_booze_report_441348.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Archibald_finalists_will_be_announced_441347.html Finalists for the prestigious Archibald Prize are due to be announced today. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:57:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Archibald_finalists_will_be_announced_441347.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Xenophon_bill_to_stop_state_fights_441346.html Nick Xenophon will introduce a bill that could see Murray-Darling floodwaters managed by the federal govt. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:57:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Xenophon_bill_to_stop_state_fights_441346.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/School_costs_double_quote_441345.html The NSW opposition has forced an inquiry into the federal govt's stimulus spending in schools program. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:57:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/School_costs_double_quote_441345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Stern_Hu_will_be_tried_in_closed_court_441344.html The Greens have called on the Foreign Minister to lobby China to ensure Stern Hu's trial is open and fair. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:57:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Stern_Hu_will_be_tried_in_closed_court_441344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sexual_images_inescapable_441311.html Psychiatrists say self-regulation of the media has failed to protect children from sexualised content. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:01:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/18/Sexual_images_inescapable_441311.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Chantelois_saga_haunting_Mike_Rann_441239.html The Chantelois saga continues to plague SA Premier Mike Rann as he campaigns ahead of the state election. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:41:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Chantelois_saga_haunting_Mike_Rann_441239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Five_diggers_wounded_in_Afghanistan_441237.html Five Australian soldiers have been wounded after their vehicle struck a roadside bomb in Afghanistan. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:35:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Five_diggers_wounded_in_Afghanistan_441237.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Trial_date_set_for_Stern_Hu_441236.html Australian businessman Stern Hu is set to face trial in China on March 22. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 10:34:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Trial_date_set_for_Stern_Hu_441236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Search_for_missing_boat_ends_for_night_441215.html A search has been postponed for the night for a boat reported missing off Victoria's southeast coast. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 09:11:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Search_for_missing_boat_ends_for_night_441215.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Vic_business_attacked_for_fifth_time_441205.html A Melbourne business has been targeted by thieves for the fifth time since Boxing Day. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:20:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Vic_business_attacked_for_fifth_time_441205.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Islands_evacuated_ahead_of_cyclone_441201.html Hundreds are evacuating Great Barrier Reef islands following warnings Cyclone Ului will hit the Qld coast. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 08:17:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Islands_evacuated_ahead_of_cyclone_441201.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Second_insulation_fire_within_24_hours_441196.html Melbourne has had two house fires linked to shonky insulation work in less than 24 hours. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 07:59:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Second_insulation_fire_within_24_hours_441196.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Voters_left_in_the_dark_says_Rann_441176.html SA Premier Mike Ramn says a 'smear' campaign ahead of the election has pushed aside important issues. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:23:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Voters_left_in_the_dark_says_Rann_441176.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/North-western_NSW_ready_for_floods_441163.html Residents in north-western NSW are bracing for flooding which could leave them isolated for several weeks. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:45:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/North-western_NSW_ready_for_floods_441163.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Caution_urged_over_drought_numbers_441155.html Farmers say figures that show the drought has ended in parts of NSW may bring false hope to communities. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:26:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Caution_urged_over_drought_numbers_441155.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Teachers_to_be_given_numeracy_help_441151.html Kindergarten to year two teachers in NSW will be trained to better help students with numeracy difficulties. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:17:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Teachers_to_be_given_numeracy_help_441151.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Qld_seeks_regional_hospitals_guarantee_441146.html Qld won't sign up to the government's new health care reform if regional hospitals will be worse-off. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 05:03:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Qld_seeks_regional_hospitals_guarantee_441146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Police_response_times_on_the_rise_441135.html NSW police response times to urgent calls have risen from 10 minutes to 12 minutes in the past five years. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:43:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Police_response_times_on_the_rise_441135.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Greens_waver_over_Telco_bill_441073.html The Greens have flagged a withdrawal of support for the government's Telstra breakup legislation. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:32:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Greens_waver_over_Telco_bill_441073.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Coroner_to_refer_SIEV_36_to_police_441072.html The Northern Territory coroner has handed down his findings into the explosion of an asylum seeker boat. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:32:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Coroner_to_refer_SIEV_36_to_police_441072.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Michael_Clarke_understands_interest_441025.html Australian cricketer Michael Clarke says he can understand the intense media interest in his private life. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Michael_Clarke_understands_interest_441025.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/City_dwellers_have_heart_check-ups_441024.html City dwellers are more likely to have a heart check-up than Australians living in country areas. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/City_dwellers_have_heart_check-ups_441024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/80_support_PMs_plan_for_hospitals_441022.html A poll reveals 86 per cent of people want national standards for the delivery of care for patients. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/80_support_PMs_plan_for_hospitals_441022.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Man_arrested_after_Sydney_robbery_441023.html An alleged member of the Comanchero Outlaw Motorcycle Gang has been charged with armed robbery. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Man_arrested_after_Sydney_robbery_441023.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Ex-Scientology_members_to_meet_leaders_441021.html Nick Xenophon says two former Scientology members want to tell Kevin Rudd their concerns about the church. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Ex-Scientology_members_to_meet_leaders_441021.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/NSW_gas_leak_sparks_evacuation_441020.html More than 100 properties have been evacuated in Sydney's Surry Hills because of a gas leak. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/NSW_gas_leak_sparks_evacuation_441020.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Costello_is_not_correct_-_Joyce_441019.html Barnaby Joyce says Peter Costello's critique of the coalition's paid parental leave scheme is wrong. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Costello_is_not_correct_-_Joyce_441019.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Youth_allowance_deal_falls_short_441018.html The Nationals say a deal on changes to the youth allowance threatens to split apart regional communities. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Youth_allowance_deal_falls_short_441018.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Southwest_schools_to_reopen_in_Qld_441017.html Students in flood-affected southwest Queensland will return to school for the first time in two weeks. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Southwest_schools_to_reopen_in_Qld_441017.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Curfew_for_Qld_pubs_and_clubs_441016.html A parliamentary inquiry is expected to recommend a 3am curfew for Queensland pubs and clubs. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Curfew_for_Qld_pubs_and_clubs_441016.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/People_evacuated_from_Melbourne_train_441015.html Around 50 passengers have been evacuated from a train in Melbourne, after a fire broke out. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/People_evacuated_from_Melbourne_train_441015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Best_drought_figures_for_NSW_in_years_441014.html NSW has recorded its best drought figures in four years, with 40 per cent of the state in drought. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Best_drought_figures_for_NSW_in_years_441014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Pay_rise_for_low-paid_workers_441013.html The ACTU will push for low-wage workers to be given a catch-up pay rise this year. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Pay_rise_for_low-paid_workers_441013.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Mr_Keohane_angered_over_decision_441009.html The family of an Irish tourist who was bashed in Sydney is outraged over a jury's verdict. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Mr_Keohane_angered_over_decision_441009.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Chinese_ceiling_batts_concerning_441010.html Tens of thousands of households may have installed under-performing Chinese-made ceiling batts. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Chinese_ceiling_batts_concerning_441010.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Two_die_in_windmill_accident_441011.html Two Victorian men, killed in a freak accident on a Victorian farm, have been identified. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Two_die_in_windmill_accident_441011.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Man_attacked_by_crocodile_in_NT_441012.html A fisherman is recovering from head and shoulder injuries after being attacked by a crocodile in NT. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Man_attacked_by_crocodile_in_NT_441012.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Costello_against_Abbotts_scheme_441007.html Former Treasurer Peter Costello says Tony Abbott's parental leave scheme is a bad idea. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Costello_against_Abbotts_scheme_441007.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/SIEV_36_findings_handed_down_441008.html The findings of a coronial inquiry into the drowning deaths of five asylum seekers will be released today. Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:54:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/SIEV_36_findings_handed_down_441008.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Melbourne_storm_damage_bill_rises_440870.html Allianz says the cost of Melbourne's freak storms is quickly heading towards half a billion dollars. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 13:03:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/17/Melbourne_storm_damage_bill_rises_440870.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Rural_students_get_Youth_Allowance_aid_440868.html The government has struck a deal to make it easier for rural students to receive Youth Allowance. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:59:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Rural_students_get_Youth_Allowance_aid_440868.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Election_pamphlet_stirs_trouble_440866.html An election flyer released by Labor portrays the Tas Greens as extremists who intend to legalise heroin. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:47:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Election_pamphlet_stirs_trouble_440866.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Elderly_couple_bashed_in_home_440845.html An elderly man and his wife have been bashed during a home invasion in Perth. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 11:16:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Elderly_couple_bashed_in_home_440845.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Private_schools_popularity_on_the_up_440843.html Enrolments in private schools have grown eightfold compared to public schools during the past decade. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:55:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Private_schools_popularity_on_the_up_440843.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Choice_wants_supermarket_ombudsman_440841.html Australia needs an ombudsman to protect consumers and food producers says a consumer group. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:53:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Choice_wants_supermarket_ombudsman_440841.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Soldiers_IDd_after_94_years_440839.html The identities of 250 Australian and British soldiers in a mass grave at Fromelles have been confirmed. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 10:43:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Soldiers_IDd_after_94_years_440839.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Asylum_seeker_claims_rejected_440815.html The opposition has accused Kevin Rudd of manipulating the facts over asylum seeker arrivals. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:34:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Asylum_seeker_claims_rejected_440815.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Insulation_caused_house_fire_440813.html The Metropolitan Fire Brigade says badly installed insulation caused a ceiling fire in a Melbourne house. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:15:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Insulation_caused_house_fire_440813.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Greens_want_water_use_answers_440810.html The Greens say SA Premier Mike Rann must reveal how much water will be sent to the Lower Lakes. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:10:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Greens_want_water_use_answers_440810.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Cyclone_could_whip_up_huge_swells_440805.html Swells of up to four metres could pound Queensland's coastline as cyclone Ului edges closer. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:41:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Cyclone_could_whip_up_huge_swells_440805.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Remains_of_missing_soldiers_found_440780.html The bodies of two Australian soldiers lost more than 40 years ago in Borneo have been found. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:54:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Remains_of_missing_soldiers_found_440780.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Man_not_guilty_over_Keohane_attack_440776.html A Sydney man who admitted to the brutal bashing of Irishman David Keohane has been found not guilty. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:39:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Man_not_guilty_over_Keohane_attack_440776.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Boys_charged_after_police_chase_440771.html Two boys aged 13 and 14 have been charged after a car chase in southwest Sydney. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:31:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Boys_charged_after_police_chase_440771.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Windmill_accident_kills_two_men_440759.html Two men moving a windmill in western Victoria have been electrocuted when it hit powerlines. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 04:40:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Windmill_accident_kills_two_men_440759.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Keating_verbally_lashes_out_at_Abbott_440705.html Former PM Paul Keating has launched a scathing attack on Tony Abbott; calling him an 'intellectual nobody'. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:08:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Keating_verbally_lashes_out_at_Abbott_440705.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Investigation_into_custody_death_440678.html West Australian police have now launched an investigation into the death of a 33 year-old man in custody. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:26:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Investigation_into_custody_death_440678.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Polls_show_Howard_nostalgia-Abbott_440679.html Tony Abbott says there may be Howard government nostalgia as Kevin Rudd takes another hit in the polls. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:26:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Polls_show_Howard_nostalgia-Abbott_440679.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Top_cop_acknowledges_police_racism_440677.html Victoria's police chief has admitted there is racism in the force, following on from a damaging report. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:26:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Top_cop_acknowledges_police_racism_440677.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Obama_set_to_arrive_next_Thursday_440676.html US President Barack Obama will address parliament next Friday, after arriving in Australia on Thursday. Tue, 16 Mar 2010 02:26:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Obama_set_to_arrive_next_Thursday_440676.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Brisbanes_Clem7_makes_debut_440569.html Motorists packed Brisbane's Clem7 tunnel ahead of the opening of the $3 billion gridlock-busting project. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:46:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Brisbanes_Clem7_makes_debut_440569.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Climate_study_refuels_ETS_debate_440568.html Both major political parties insist a new climate change study supports their approach to sustainability. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Climate_study_refuels_ETS_debate_440568.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Nitschke_hosts_euthanasia_workshop_440567.html Australian Dr Philip Nitschke has arrived in London to host a voluntary euthanasia workshop. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Nitschke_hosts_euthanasia_workshop_440567.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Video_shop_assistant_beaten_and_robbed_440565.html A 17-year-old video shop assistant has been bashed during an armed robbery in Sydney's south west. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Video_shop_assistant_beaten_and_robbed_440565.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Qld_floodwaters_poor_into_Nth_NSW_440566.html Floodwaters from Qld have entered Nth NSW, cutting off roads and isolating farms and small communities. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Qld_floodwaters_poor_into_Nth_NSW_440566.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/New_disabled_standards_nationwide_440563.html All new buildings will be required to have adequate disabled access under new national standards. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/New_disabled_standards_nationwide_440563.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Donation_to_aid_remote_Indigenous_health_440564.html Medicines Australia is donating one million dollars accrued from fines to boost regional indigenous health. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Donation_to_aid_remote_Indigenous_health_440564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Top_CHOICE_award_goes_to_The_Good_Guys_440562.html Electrical retailer The Good Guys has taken a top gong in this year's CHOICE Awards. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Top_CHOICE_award_goes_to_The_Good_Guys_440562.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/US_President_to_address_Aust_parliament_440561.html Parliament will be recalled for a one-day sitting next week to hear an address from Barack Obama. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:45:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/US_President_to_address_Aust_parliament_440561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Reports_claim_asylum_seeker_relocation_440547.html Several hundred asylum seekers will reportedly be transferred from Christmas Island to Darwin. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:11:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Reports_claim_asylum_seeker_relocation_440547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Hundreds_attend_Indian_toddler_cremation_440477.html Hundreds of mourners in India have attended the final rites of a toddler who was killed in Melbourne. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 19:10:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/Hundreds_attend_Indian_toddler_cremation_440477.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/ADF_signs_349m_Israeli_defence_deal_440462.html Australia has signed a multi-million dollar defence deal with Israel to develop next gen comms for the ADF. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:18:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/16/ADF_signs_349m_Israeli_defence_deal_440462.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Tuckey_should_apologise_say_Greens_440422.html Veteran Liberal MP Wilson Tuckey has been urged to apologise for his 'obnoxious' comments about Aborigines. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:43:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Tuckey_should_apologise_say_Greens_440422.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Rudd_approval_at_its_lowest_440412.html Kevin Rudd's personal approval rating has dipped to its lowest level since becoming prime minister. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:16:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Rudd_approval_at_its_lowest_440412.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Riders_sought_in_anti-hooning_crackdown_440405.html Victorian police have impounded 11 cars and are hunting two motorcyclists caught speeding. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:03:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Riders_sought_in_anti-hooning_crackdown_440405.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Aust_signs_deal_with_Israeli_company_440403.html Australia has signed a multi-million-dollar deal with an Israeli defence company. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:59:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Aust_signs_deal_with_Israeli_company_440403.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Toddler_killed_in_Australia_cremated_440391.html The Indian toddler, Gurshan Singh, killed in Melbourne earlier this month, has been cremated in India. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:08:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Toddler_killed_in_Australia_cremated_440391.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Large_shark_spotted_at_Melbourne_beach_440331.html A 2.5 metre shark has been spotted at Brighton Beach in Melbourne. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:15:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Large_shark_spotted_at_Melbourne_beach_440331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Perth_man_dies_in_police_custody_440328.html A diabetic Aborignal man has died in police custody after twice being taken to hospital for check-ups. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 06:00:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Perth_man_dies_in_police_custody_440328.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Failure_to_check_casing_led_to_spill_440319.html A failure to test a cement casing at an oil well in the Timor Sea caused Aust's worst offshore oil spill. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:42:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Failure_to_check_casing_led_to_spill_440319.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Man_arrested_over_Leichhardt_explosion_440313.html A suspect linked to a possible Sydney drug lab explosion has been taken to hospital with multiple burns. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:31:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Man_arrested_over_Leichhardt_explosion_440313.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Five_suffer_spider_bites_in_NSW_440312.html Five people have received treatment from NSW paramedics after a spate of spider attacks. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:27:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Five_suffer_spider_bites_in_NSW_440312.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Keneally_backs_acknowledging_Indigenous_440301.html NSW premier Kristina Keneally has backed the practice of acknowledging traditional owners of the land. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 05:00:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Keneally_backs_acknowledging_Indigenous_440301.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Fight_between_friends_leads_to_tragedy_440295.html A fight between two Melbourne best friends leaves one dead and the other charged with his murder. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 04:43:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Fight_between_friends_leads_to_tragedy_440295.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Lin_family_murder_arrest_in_due_course_440294.html Police Minister Michael Daley is confident an arrest into the Lin family murder will be made. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 04:38:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Lin_family_murder_arrest_in_due_course_440294.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Gonorrhoea_cases_rise_in_NSW_440262.html Health authorities have warned of an alarming spike in gonorrhoea cases in the NSW port city of Newcastle. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:42:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Gonorrhoea_cases_rise_in_NSW_440262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Coaltion_wants_insulation_inspected_440263.html The coalition is demanding the govt inspect all homes which had insulation installed under Labor's program. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:30:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Coaltion_wants_insulation_inspected_440263.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Abbott_slams_Indigenous_acknowledgment_440230.html Tony Abbott has attacked the govt's practice of acknowledging traditional land owners at official functions. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:53:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Abbott_slams_Indigenous_acknowledgment_440230.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/PM_flags_GP_training_boost_440229.html The govt will inject $632 million into the health system by boosting training for GPs and specialists. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 01:52:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/PM_flags_GP_training_boost_440229.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/New_childrens_hospital_planned_440163.html Victoria will have a new, 200-bed, $220-million children's hospital at the Monash Medical Centre. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 23:24:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/New_childrens_hospital_planned_440163.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Clarke_leaves_to_join_teamates_440153.html Michael Clarke has left for NZ to join the Australian cricket team after his split with model Lara Bingle. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 23:02:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Clarke_leaves_to_join_teamates_440153.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/CT_scans_can_cause_cancers_440137.html Radiologists have called for doctors to stop the arbitrary ordering of CT scans, which can cause cancer. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 21:46:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/CT_scans_can_cause_cancers_440137.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Conservationists_buy_into_water_industry_440090.html The Australian Conservation Foundation plans to buy 200 million litres of water for use in north-west Vic. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:08:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Conservationists_buy_into_water_industry_440090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Bravery_awards_to_honour_Aussies_440089.html Lifesavers are among the 60 men and five women who are set to receive an Australian Bravery Award. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:08:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Bravery_awards_to_honour_Aussies_440089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Cyclone_heading_towards_North_Qld_440088.html A category five cyclone is heading towards Queensland and could hit the state's north coast this week. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:08:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Cyclone_heading_towards_North_Qld_440088.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/International_trade_meeting_in_Melb_440086.html Officials from eight nations meet in Melbourne today in the first step towards an Asia-Pacific trade pact. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:07:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/International_trade_meeting_in_Melb_440086.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Rudd_needs_to_do_more_to_sell_health_440085.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has been told he has to do more to sell his health plan. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:07:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Rudd_needs_to_do_more_to_sell_health_440085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Clem7_tunnel_ready_to_open_in_Brisbane_440084.html Australia's longest road tunnel, which runs under Brisbane, will open to vehicles tonight. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:07:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Clem7_tunnel_ready_to_open_in_Brisbane_440084.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Keneally_and_OFarrell_to_debate_on_TV_440087.html Premier Kristina Keneally and Opposition Leader Barry O'Farrell will engage in a live televised debate. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 20:07:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/Keneally_and_OFarrell_to_debate_on_TV_440087.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/John_Howard_blasts_Rudd_440060.html Former PM John Howard has launched an attack on Kevin Rudd saying he has 'done nothing' in government. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 18:52:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/15/John_Howard_blasts_Rudd_440060.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Clem7_tunnel_set_to_open_on_Monday_night_440015.html Australia's longest road tunnel, the Clem7, will open to vehicles in Brisbane on Monday night. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:09:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Clem7_tunnel_set_to_open_on_Monday_night_440015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Two_dead_on_Victorian_roads_440006.html Two people have died in separate crashes on Victorian roads on Sunday. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:08:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Two_dead_on_Victorian_roads_440006.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Oliver_arrives_for_obesity_attack_440004.html Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has arrived in Sydney to launch his 'Ministry of Food' cooking-school concept. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:01:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Oliver_arrives_for_obesity_attack_440004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Queen_Mary_2_farewells_Fremantle_440000.html Tens of thousands of people have lined the sides of Fremantle Harbour to farewell the Queen Mary 2. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:46:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Queen_Mary_2_farewells_Fremantle_440000.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Leaders_worn_of_hung_parliament_439997.html Premier David Bartlett and Will Hodgman have warned Tasmanian's of the dangers of a hung parliament. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:39:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Leaders_worn_of_hung_parliament_439997.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Population_growth_threatening_Australia_439993.html The Greens say global growth is threatening Australia's status as the lucky country. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:13:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Population_growth_threatening_Australia_439993.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Firefighter_wakes_from_coma_439988.html A firefighter has woken from an induced coma after collapsing at a blaze in southeast Queensland. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 09:25:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Firefighter_wakes_from_coma_439988.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Health_reform_meetings_positive_439968.html Kevin Rudd says he's encouraged by his three-day tour selling proposed health reforms to the states. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 08:08:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Health_reform_meetings_positive_439968.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Govt_blamed_for_parental_leave_tax_439965.html The opposition says the government has forced them into funding its parental leave scheme with a tax levy. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 07:27:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Govt_blamed_for_parental_leave_tax_439965.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Hodgman_promises_scandal-free_Tas_govt_439961.html Tasmanian Opposition Leader Will Hodgeman has vowed to deliver a government free of scandal if elected. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 07:08:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Hodgman_promises_scandal-free_Tas_govt_439961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Mr_Shuffles_makes_nervous_debut_439936.html Taronga Zoo's baby elephant Mr Shuffles has left the barn where he was born for the first time. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:34:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Mr_Shuffles_makes_nervous_debut_439936.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Qld_open_to_new_drink-driving_limit_439923.html The Queensland government is considering lowering the state's drink-driving limit to .02. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 04:58:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Qld_open_to_new_drink-driving_limit_439923.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Henry_Tax_Review_set_for_Budget_release_439920.html Treasurer Wayne Swan says the much-anticipated Henry Tax Review will be released by the May budget. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 04:54:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Henry_Tax_Review_set_for_Budget_release_439920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Meeting_over_analysed_says_Keneally_439914.html Kristina Keneally has played down suggestions Kevin Rudd was somewhat 'Frosty' in a meeting with her. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 04:44:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Meeting_over_analysed_says_Keneally_439914.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Cyclone_heading_towards_Nth_Queensland_439900.html A category five cyclone in the Coral Sea is moving towards north Queensland. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:10:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Cyclone_heading_towards_Nth_Queensland_439900.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Pedestrian_dies_in_St_Kilda_439877.html A man has died in hospital after he was hit by a car in Melbourne. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 02:30:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Pedestrian_dies_in_St_Kilda_439877.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Boat_intercepted_off_Christmas_Island_439865.html A boat carrying 35 suspected asylum seekers has been intercepted by border protection officers. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 02:07:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Boat_intercepted_off_Christmas_Island_439865.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Poll_shows_momentum_building_for_Liberal_439859.html According to a new poll SA's election could be extremely tight, with momentum building for the Liberals. Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:54:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Poll_shows_momentum_building_for_Liberal_439859.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Elderly_woman_dies_in_car_crash_439785.html An elderly woman has been killed in a head-on crash in Newcastle. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 22:29:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Elderly_woman_dies_in_car_crash_439785.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Bingle_engagement_in_the_dumps_439778.html Plumbers have reportedly been asked to retrieve Lara Bingle's $200,000 engagement ring from a toilet. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 22:23:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Bingle_engagement_in_the_dumps_439778.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Tas_Liberals_hold_campaign_launch_439777.html The Tasmanian Liberal Party officially launches its election campaign today. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 22:22:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Tas_Liberals_hold_campaign_launch_439777.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Man_apprehends_alleged_intruder_439765.html A man has chased down and restrained a teenager who allegedly broke into his western Sydney home. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:34:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Man_apprehends_alleged_intruder_439765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Family_takes_toddlers_body_back_home_439762.html The body of Gurshan Singh Channa is due to arrive in his home town in northern India today. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:26:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Family_takes_toddlers_body_back_home_439762.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Rower_Quincey_close_to_New_Zealand_439761.html Rower Shaun Quincey is nearing the end of his epic 2200km journey across the Tasman. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 21:23:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Rower_Quincey_close_to_New_Zealand_439761.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Xenophon_wants_Scientology_inquiry_439743.html Independent senator Nick Xenophon plans to make a fresh bid for a Senate inquiry into Scientology. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:54:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Xenophon_wants_Scientology_inquiry_439743.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Rudd_and_Brumby_to_discuss_reforms_439742.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd will attempt to sell his health reforms to Victorian Premier John Brumby today. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:53:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Rudd_and_Brumby_to_discuss_reforms_439742.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Vic_call_for_action_on_domestic_violence_439723.html Police Deputy Commissioner Sir Ken Jones says Victoria needs to take domestic violence more seriously. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:04:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Vic_call_for_action_on_domestic_violence_439723.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/92yo_charged_with_husbands_murder_439721.html An elderly woman has been charged with murder after her husband was found dead in their Sydney home. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:03:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/92yo_charged_with_husbands_murder_439721.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Firemen_to_face_court_over_assault_439700.html Seven firefighters accused of assaulting a colleague at a fire station 20 years ago are due to face court. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:46:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/14/Firemen_to_face_court_over_assault_439700.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Melb_storm_damage_bill_rising_439626.html The damage bill from last weekend's wild storms in Melbourne looks set to reach $500,000,000. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:42:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Melb_storm_damage_bill_rising_439626.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Taxi_driver_refused_bail_439596.html A taxi driver has been refused bail after facing court accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:57:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Taxi_driver_refused_bail_439596.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Calls_for_bowel_cancer_awareness_439589.html The Bowel Cancer Foundation is reminding people over the age of 50 to take regular tests for the disease. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Calls_for_bowel_cancer_awareness_439589.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Blaze_forces_nursing_home_evacuation_439588.html A fire has forced the evacuation of a nursing home in Melbourne overnight. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Blaze_forces_nursing_home_evacuation_439588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Vic_police_hunt_armed_robbers_439587.html Victoria Police are hunting two thieves armed with a knife and gun who robbed a Melb convenience store. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Vic_police_hunt_armed_robbers_439587.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Glamour_couple_dumped_by_sponsors_439586.html Lara Bingle and Michael Clarke have been dumped as the 'faces' of an energy drink following their split. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Glamour_couple_dumped_by_sponsors_439586.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pension_cut_caused_by_stimulus_439585.html Tony Abbott has blamed a possible pension cut on high interest rates caused by stimulus spending. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pension_cut_caused_by_stimulus_439585.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Greens_vow_to_get_Bethune_released_439584.html The Greens have vowed to back an international campaign to free an anti-whaling activist arrested in Japan. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Greens_vow_to_get_Bethune_released_439584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Rudd_a_bully_over_hospital_plan_439583.html Oppn Leader Tony Abbott has accused PM Rudd of bullying the state premiers into accepting his health plan. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:43:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Rudd_a_bully_over_hospital_plan_439583.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/M4_toll_plazas_removed_439533.html Sydney's M4 toll plazas have been removed, marking the end of the toll on Sydney's M4 motorway. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:00:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/M4_toll_plazas_removed_439533.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Defence_prepaying_contractors_439511.html There are reports Defence is paying contractors in advance to maximize its funding from the government. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:56:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Defence_prepaying_contractors_439511.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Health_reform_meeting_productive_439510.html Premier Anna Bligh says a meeting with the PM over a major health overhaul has been productive. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:56:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Health_reform_meeting_productive_439510.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Gurshans_body_going_home_to_India_439509.html The mother of an Indian toddler found dead says his body will be taken home to India. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:56:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Gurshans_body_going_home_to_India_439509.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Govt_not_pushing_for_gender_selection_439508.html Nicola Roxon says the government isn't pushing for a ban on baby gender selection technology to be lifted. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 02:56:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Govt_not_pushing_for_gender_selection_439508.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Thousands_to_attend_parade_439445.html Tens of thousands of people are expected to turn out for Brisbane's annual St Patrick's Day parade. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Thousands_to_attend_parade_439445.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pharmacy_agreement_close_-_Roxon_439444.html Nicola Roxon says the government is a step closer to a $15 billion agreement to deliver cheaper medicines. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pharmacy_agreement_close_-_Roxon_439444.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Officer_apologises_to_Doomadgee_family_439443.html The police officer who arrested an Aboriginal man who subsequently died in custody has apologised. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Officer_apologises_to_Doomadgee_family_439443.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pensioners_face_rate_hike_439442.html Pensioners may face a pension cut because the government believes in the strength of the economic recovery. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Pensioners_face_rate_hike_439442.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Brown_to_fight_for_release_of_activist_439440.html Greens leader Bob Brown has vowed to back a campaign to free an anti-whaling activist arrested in Japan. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Brown_to_fight_for_release_of_activist_439440.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Keneally_marks_100_days_as_NSW_premier_439441.html Kristina Keneally has released a 12-page brochure commemorating her first 100 days as NSW premier. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Keneally_marks_100_days_as_NSW_premier_439441.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Memorial_service_to_mourn_toddler_439439.html A memorial service will be held for Indian toddler Gurshan Singh Channa in Melbourne's north today. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Memorial_service_to_mourn_toddler_439439.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/PM_rejects_claims_of_job_losses_439438.html Kevin Rudd has rejected claims that up to 20,000 people will lose their jobs under his health reforms. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 23:42:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/PM_rejects_claims_of_job_losses_439438.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Bingle_and_Clarke_end_their_engagement_439331.html Glamour couple Michael Clarke and Lara Bingle have officially terminated their engagement. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:01:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/13/Bingle_and_Clarke_end_their_engagement_439331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Students_hurt_in_science_lab_fire_439275.html Two fifteen-year-olds are in a serious condition in hospital after a science experiment went wrong. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Students_hurt_in_science_lab_fire_439275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/HMAS_Success_had_predatory_culture_439274.html An inquiry has heard there was a 'predatory culture' on board HMAS Success. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/HMAS_Success_had_predatory_culture_439274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Greater_Hume_natural_disaster_439273.html Greater Hume Shire in NSW has been declared a natural disaster following recent floods. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Greater_Hume_natural_disaster_439273.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Madden_busts_into_email_inquiry_439272.html An inquiry into the Windsor Hotel email scandal is in limbo after its author failed to appear. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Madden_busts_into_email_inquiry_439272.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Police_reconsider_Stokes_drug_charges_439271.html The hearing of a drug trafficking charge against Geelong AFL player Mathew Stokes has been adjourned. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Police_reconsider_Stokes_drug_charges_439271.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Golf_ball_fractures_mums_skull_439270.html A woman is waiting to see if she's suffered permanent brain damage after a golf ball fractured her skull. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 10:32:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Golf_ball_fractures_mums_skull_439270.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Asbestos_fears_at_another_Qld_school_439139.html A fourth Qld school is being investigated for asbestos contamination. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:20:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Asbestos_fears_at_another_Qld_school_439139.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Miners_unions_to_thrash_out_rail_plan_439134.html Qld's mining companies and unions will meet to discuss the sale of the state's Rail's coal freight assets. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:14:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Miners_unions_to_thrash_out_rail_plan_439134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Qld_cop_apologises_to_Doomadgee_family_439131.html The police officer who arrested an Aboriginal man who subsequently died in police custody has apologised. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:11:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Qld_cop_apologises_to_Doomadgee_family_439131.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Rudd_quiet_on_Denticare_scheme_439130.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd won't say whether his government will introduce a Medicare-style dental scheme. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:10:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Rudd_quiet_on_Denticare_scheme_439130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/ASIO_launches_recruitment_campaign_439127.html Australia's spy agency ASIO has launched a campaign for recruits as the organisation continues to grow. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:10:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/ASIO_launches_recruitment_campaign_439127.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Predatory_culture_on_board_HMAS_Success_439125.html An inquiry has found that female sailors on board HMAS Success were routinely bullied. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:10:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Predatory_culture_on_board_HMAS_Success_439125.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Bullied_student_wins_Vic_claim_439129.html More claims are expected from parents at a Vic high school after a bullied student won a state govt claim. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:10:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Bullied_student_wins_Vic_claim_439129.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Woman_to_face_trial_over_husbands_death_439128.html A woman accused of setting her husband's penis on fire will stand trial for the man's murder. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:10:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Woman_to_face_trial_over_husbands_death_439128.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Bingle_and_Clarkes_relationship_trouble_439099.html The future of Lara Bingle and Michael Clarke may soon be revealed amid speculation their engagement is over. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Bingle_and_Clarkes_relationship_trouble_439099.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Mulder_officer_complaint_rejected_439098.html The Tasmanian Labor party's complaint about Liberal candidate Tony Mulder has been thrown out. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Mulder_officer_complaint_rejected_439098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Soon-to-be_dads_needed_for_baby_study_439097.html Impending fathers are being sought for an Australian study into how dads can also get the baby blues. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Soon-to-be_dads_needed_for_baby_study_439097.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Aust_important_to_US_economy-_Obama_439096.html Barack Obama says he is keen to push stronger business and economic ties between the US and Australia. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Aust_important_to_US_economy-_Obama_439096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Small_quake_hits_NSW_coast_439095.html A small 3.4 magnitude earthquake has jolted the NSW mid north coast town of Seal Rocks. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Small_quake_hits_NSW_coast_439095.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Man_in_court_over_stand-off_in_Qld_439094.html A man accused of holding his pregnant girlfriend hostage at knifepoint look set to face court in Qld. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Man_in_court_over_stand-off_in_Qld_439094.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Family_of_missing_sailor_plea_for_help_439093.html The family of an Australian sailor, who went missing in the sea off Chile, has made a public plea for help. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Family_of_missing_sailor_plea_for_help_439093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Asylum_seekers_rescued_en_route_to_Aust_439092.html Authorities have rescued a group of 24 asylum seekers en route to Australia north west of the Tiwi Islands. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Asylum_seekers_rescued_en_route_to_Aust_439092.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Keneally_discusses_health_with_Rudd_439091.html PM Kevin Rudd has met with NSW premier Kristina Keneally to discuss his much debated health reforms. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Keneally_discusses_health_with_Rudd_439091.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Taxi_hit_toddler_dies_in_hospital_439090.html A 22-month-old girl has died in hospital after being hit by a taxi van in Mandurah, south of Perth. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Taxi_hit_toddler_dies_in_hospital_439090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Mothers_grief_over_toddlers_death_439089.html The grief-stricken mother of toddler Gurshan Singh says she can't understand how anyone could hurt her boy. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:31:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Mothers_grief_over_toddlers_death_439089.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Hockey_calls_for_anti-terror_laws_review_438921.html Joe Hockey says anti-terror laws he voted for as a member of the previous government should be reviewed. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 18:34:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/12/Hockey_calls_for_anti-terror_laws_review_438921.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Rage_over_school_cage_for_autistic_kids_438887.html A Sydney primary school that pens autistic children in a fenced area at lunchtimes has caused outrage. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:19:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Rage_over_school_cage_for_autistic_kids_438887.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Toddler_hit_by_taxi_438886.html A toddler rushed to hospital after being run over by a reversing taxi remains in a critical condition. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:18:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Toddler_hit_by_taxi_438886.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Another_death_in_custody_438885.html Investigations will take place into claims an Aboriginal man died after being denied medical care in jail. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:18:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Another_death_in_custody_438885.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Asylum_seekers_rescued_438827.html Authorities have rescued a group of asylum seekers en route to Australia. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:14:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Asylum_seekers_rescued_438827.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Travellers_fall_ill_on_Jetstar_flight_438826.html Jetstar crew and passengers have become sick on a flight after a chemical smell wafted through the plane. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:13:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Travellers_fall_ill_on_Jetstar_flight_438826.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Equal_pay_test_case_438773.html An equal pay test case could deliver higher pay rates for more than 250,000 workers in the community sector. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:57:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Equal_pay_test_case_438773.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Yudhoyono_urges_businesses_to_invest_438775.html Indonesia's president is urging Australia's entrepreneurs to invest in their Asian neighbour. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 05:48:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Yudhoyono_urges_businesses_to_invest_438775.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_dead_due_to_suspected_gas_leak_438738.html A 54-year-old man has died in a Victoria country hotel after a suspected gas leak. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:28:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_dead_due_to_suspected_gas_leak_438738.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/DFAT_trying_to_locate_Australian_sailor_438726.html Authorities are searching for an Australian sailor missing in Sth American waters after the recent tsunami. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:02:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/DFAT_trying_to_locate_Australian_sailor_438726.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Property_prices_tipped_to_rise_in_Sydney_438718.html Property prices in Sydney's inner and middle rings could rise by up to 10% this year. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:36:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Property_prices_tipped_to_rise_in_Sydney_438718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Unemployment_rate_was_53_for_Feb_438681.html Australia's unemployment rate was a seasonally adjusted 5.3 per cent in February. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:46:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Unemployment_rate_was_53_for_Feb_438681.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_electrocuted_on_roof_438665.html A man has been electrocuted while carrying out repairs on the roof of his Port Macquarie home. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:09:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_electrocuted_on_roof_438665.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Bikers_dominate_spinal_cord_injuries_438656.html Young male motorcyclists dominate the ranks of those Australians who suffer a spinal cord injury. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:58:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Bikers_dominate_spinal_cord_injuries_438656.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Insulation_removal_may_force_budget_cuts_438634.html The fed govt has warned of budget cuts to offset the cost of stripping foil insulation. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:23:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Insulation_removal_may_force_budget_cuts_438634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Govt_says_Abbott_is_leaning_on_Nationals_438626.html The fed govt has accused Tony Abbott of leaning on Nationals senators to have them vote against legislation. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:09:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Govt_says_Abbott_is_leaning_on_Nationals_438626.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Cloudstreet_comes_to_life_438623.html Tim Winton's Cloudstreet is being recreated on a stretch of Perth's Swan River as a television series. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:00:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Cloudstreet_comes_to_life_438623.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Nine_charged_in_drug_bust_438588.html Nine men have been charged over a multi-million dollar, mafia-style drug empire in Syd and Melb. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:38:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Nine_charged_in_drug_bust_438588.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_charged_with_murder_of_stabbed_woman_438564.html A man has been charged with the stabbing murder of a woman in southern NSW. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:46:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_charged_with_murder_of_stabbed_woman_438564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_charged_with_stabbing_murder_438563.html A man has been charged with the stabbing murder of a woman in southern NSW. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:43:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_charged_with_stabbing_murder_438563.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_stabbed_in_bungled_robbery_438560.html A third man has been charged over an alleged bungled hotel robbery south of Sydney. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:36:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Man_stabbed_in_bungled_robbery_438560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Rann_denies_breach_of_caretaker_role_438555.html Mike Rann denies he is snubbing caretaker mode protocols by giving a new federal health plan the thumbs up. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:26:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Rann_denies_breach_of_caretaker_role_438555.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Indonesian_Pres_to_meet_business_leaders_438551.html The Indonesian President will spend the final day of his Aust visit in Syd today meeting business leaders. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:10:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Indonesian_Pres_to_meet_business_leaders_438551.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Taronga_Zoo_hails_miracle_baby_438548.html Sydney's miracle baby elephant has taken his first steps at Taronga Zoo. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:10:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Taronga_Zoo_hails_miracle_baby_438548.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Second_teen_charged_over_bashing_438547.html A second Sydney teenager has been charged over the bashing of a disabled Canadian tourist. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:09:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Second_teen_charged_over_bashing_438547.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Government_to_rip_out_foil_insulation_438552.html Aust households will have foil insulation ripped out of their roofs in a bid to fix the insulation scheme. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:09:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Government_to_rip_out_foil_insulation_438552.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Schools_affected_from_floods_closed_438550.html Two southwest Queensland schools will be closed today because of flooding. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:06:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/Schools_affected_from_floods_closed_438550.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/First_bushfire_bunkers_accredited_438549.html The first bushfire bunker to meet new state government regulations has been accredited in Victoria. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:05:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/11/First_bushfire_bunkers_accredited_438549.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Windsurfer_found_safe_and_well_438485.html A 59-year-old Victorian man who went missing while windsurfing has been found safe and well. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:45:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Windsurfer_found_safe_and_well_438485.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Car_crashes_into_Melbourne_house_438484.html Three people have been taken to hospital after a car crashed into a house in Melbourne's northwest. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:45:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Car_crashes_into_Melbourne_house_438484.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Laws_to_stamp_out_24_hour_alcohol_438483.html The Victorian government may stop a central Melbourne pub operating its bottle shop 24 hours a day. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:44:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Laws_to_stamp_out_24_hour_alcohol_438483.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_charged_over_wheelchair_bashing_438482.html A second Sydney youth is being questioned over the bashing of a wheelchair bound Canadian tourist. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:43:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_charged_over_wheelchair_bashing_438482.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_in_wheelchair_attacked_by_teens_438461.html A man in a wheelchair has been brutally bashed with metal bars at a train station in Sydney's west. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:19:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_in_wheelchair_attacked_by_teens_438461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Govt_plans_150000_insulation_checks_438460.html Safety inspections will occur in at least 150,000 homes fitted with insulation. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:19:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Govt_plans_150000_insulation_checks_438460.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Taronga_hails_miracle_elephant_438459.html Sydney's miracle baby elephant, thought to have been a stillborn, has taken his first steps at Taronga Zoo. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:19:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Taronga_hails_miracle_elephant_438459.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Abbott_labelled_as_obstructionist_438458.html The Rudd government has attacked Tony Abbott's economic credibility calling him an obstructionist 'vandal'. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:19:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Abbott_labelled_as_obstructionist_438458.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Police_drug_raid_438399.html Players in a multi-million dollar crime ring have been arrested after raids across NSW and Victoria. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:55:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Police_drug_raid_438399.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Yudhoyono_people_smuggling_deal_438329.html Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono will sign an agreement with Kevin Rudd to tackle the problem of people smuggling. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:49:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Yudhoyono_people_smuggling_deal_438329.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Cycling_gold_medallist_Lionel_Cox_dies_438325.html Lionel Cox, an Olympic gold medallist in tandem cycling, has died from pneumonia, aged 80. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:39:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Cycling_gold_medallist_Lionel_Cox_dies_438325.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Parental_leave_scheme_to_cause_a_stir_438320.html Tony Abbott will not rule out trying to block the federal government's paid parental leave scheme. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:34:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Parental_leave_scheme_to_cause_a_stir_438320.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Director_of_Chartwell_to_stand_trial_438317.html The director of investment company Chartwell has been ordered to stand trial on fraud related charges. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:29:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Director_of_Chartwell_to_stand_trial_438317.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Yudhoyono_praises_relationship_438324.html President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has said Indonesia's partnership with Australia is now strong. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:26:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Yudhoyono_praises_relationship_438324.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Butterflies_and_balloons_for_Trinity_438287.html Pink balloons and butterflies have been released over the city of Bundaberg as a tribute to Trinity Bates. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:14:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Butterflies_and_balloons_for_Trinity_438287.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Elephant_calf_back_from_the_dead_438267.html Porntip the elephant has given birth to a live calf, after it was thought to have died in the womb. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:00:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Elephant_calf_back_from_the_dead_438267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Qld_flood_affected_schools_closed_438266.html Several southern Queensland schools will be closed today because of continuing flooding. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Qld_flood_affected_schools_closed_438266.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Opposition_rejects_health_reforms_438265.html The federal government has attacked the opposition for rejecting its private health insurance changes. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Opposition_rejects_health_reforms_438265.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_in_a_wheelchair_brutally_attacked_438264.html A man in a wheelchair has been brutally bashed with metal bars at a train station in Sydney's west. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Man_in_a_wheelchair_brutally_attacked_438264.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/L-plater_caught_speeding_and_drinking_438263.html A learner driver has allegedly been nabbed drink driving at more than 160 km/hr near Yass, southwest Sydney. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/L-plater_caught_speeding_and_drinking_438263.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Funeral_held_for_slain_Trinity_Bates_438262.html The funeral for slain eight-year-old Queensland girl Trinity Bates will be held today. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Funeral_held_for_slain_Trinity_Bates_438262.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Clarke_and_Bingle_innings_may_be_over_438261.html There is mounting speculation that cricketer Michael Clarke and model Lara Bingle may split. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Clarke_and_Bingle_innings_may_be_over_438261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Woman_stabbed_with_screwdriver_438260.html A woman has been accused of repeatedly stabbing another woman with a screwdriver in Sydney's west. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Woman_stabbed_with_screwdriver_438260.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Police_search_for_woman_in_Gurshan_case_438259.html The search continues for a woman police believe helped the man charged over the death of an Indian toddler. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:58:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Police_search_for_woman_in_Gurshan_case_438259.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Rudd_Yudhoyono_sign_joint_agreement_438096.html Indonesian President Yudhoyono will sign a joint agreement with PM Kevin Rudd on people smuggling. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:17:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/10/Rudd_Yudhoyono_sign_joint_agreement_438096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/17-year-old_stabbed_outside_school_438048.html A 17 year old boy is recovering in hospital after being stabbed outside a Canberra school. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:39:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/17-year-old_stabbed_outside_school_438048.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Keating_still_wants_Badgerys_Creek_438042.html Former PM Paul Keating says the govt must go ahead with its initial decision for a second Sydney airport. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:20:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Keating_still_wants_Badgerys_Creek_438042.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Qld_unions_rally_over_asset_sales-off_438029.html Almost 5000 union members have marched in Brisbane to vent their anger over the govt's privatisation plans. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:47:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Qld_unions_rally_over_asset_sales-off_438029.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Job_ads_surge_20_in_Feb_438025.html The number of job advertisements placed in newspapers and on the internet surged by almost 20% in February. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:20:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Job_ads_surge_20_in_Feb_438025.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Brumby_plays_down_knife_violence_438024.html A former top cop says successive Victorian governments have been in denial about knife-related violence. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:59:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Brumby_plays_down_knife_violence_438024.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Childhood_food_allergies_an_epidemic_438018.html Experts say 15,000 Australian children born this year would develop a potentially fatal food allergy. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:47:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Childhood_food_allergies_an_epidemic_438018.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Baird_review_into_visiting_students_438002.html A review has recommended a major regulatory crackdown to prevent overseas students from being exploited. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:47:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Baird_review_into_visiting_students_438002.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Couple_win_the_right_to_sterilise_girl_438001.html The Family Court of Australia has approved the sterilisation of a disabled 11-year-old girl. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:47:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Couple_win_the_right_to_sterilise_girl_438001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Abbott_says_sorry_to_colleagues_438000.html Tony Abbott has sought forgiveness from his party after failing to consult them. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:46:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Abbott_says_sorry_to_colleagues_438000.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Police_want_witness_in_Indian_boys_case_437999.html Police say the man charged over the death of a three-year-old Indian boy may have run out of petrol. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:45:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Police_want_witness_in_Indian_boys_case_437999.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Child_porn_laws_impose_costs_for_artists_437985.html Artists will have to pay to have their work classified, under reforms to NSW child pornography laws. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:24:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Child_porn_laws_impose_costs_for_artists_437985.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Prostitute_found_under_mans_bed_437974.html A Sydney jury has been told how Police found the dead body of a naked prostitute hidden under a man's bed. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:45:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Prostitute_found_under_mans_bed_437974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Mike_Rann_says_wife_isnt_a_spin_tool_437967.html South Australian Premier Mike Rann has defended his wife for speaking out on his alleged affair. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:26:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Mike_Rann_says_wife_isnt_a_spin_tool_437967.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Swan_rules_out_GST_increase_437958.html Treasurer Wayne Swan has ruled out any increase in the rate of GST to partly fund public hospitals. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:59:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Swan_rules_out_GST_increase_437958.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Queensland_to_pass_new_land_tax_laws_437953.html The Queensland government says it will pass new land tax laws in state parliament by Thursday. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:50:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Queensland_to_pass_new_land_tax_laws_437953.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Qld_imposes_new_insulation_checks_437948.html The Queensland government will move to strengthen rules surrounding foil insulation. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:45:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Qld_imposes_new_insulation_checks_437948.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/NT_to_get_nuke_waste_dump_437945.html The Northern Territory is set to house a national radioactive waste dump. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 04:38:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/NT_to_get_nuke_waste_dump_437945.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Liberals_Labor_level_in_SA_-_poll_437871.html A Newspoll shows support for both major parties in South Australia level at 50%. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:54:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Liberals_Labor_level_in_SA_-_poll_437871.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Four_Australian_now_on_passport_list_437861.html A fourth Australian has reportedly been named as a suspect in the assassination of a Palestinian militant. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:47:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Four_Australian_now_on_passport_list_437861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Indian_national_remanded_in_custody_437848.html A man has been remanded in custody until the end of June over the death of toddler Gurshan Singh. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:10:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Indian_national_remanded_in_custody_437848.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Michael_Clarke_back_in_Sydney_437847.html Michael Clarke is back in Sydney after leaving Australia's cricket squad in NZ because of personal reasons. Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:10:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Michael_Clarke_back_in_Sydney_437847.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Scott_Rush_on_meeting_agenda_437807.html The government plans to talk about the fate of Bali death row inmate Scott Rush with Indonesia's President. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:30:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Scott_Rush_on_meeting_agenda_437807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Susilo_Bambang_Yudhoyono_arrives_437806.html Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has arrived in Australia for a three-day visit. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:29:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Susilo_Bambang_Yudhoyono_arrives_437806.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Man_charged_for_grooming_girl_437728.html A man who allegedly tried to groom an 11-year-old girl for sex on Facebook, has been charged. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:30:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Man_charged_for_grooming_girl_437728.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Prison_inmate_escapes_in_NSW_437727.html A prison inmate has escaped custody while in handcuffs following a court appearance in NSW. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:30:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Prison_inmate_escapes_in_NSW_437727.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Melbourne_rails_dangerous_437720.html Reports say that decaying suburban rail infrastructure in Melbourne could lead to a train disaster. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:30:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Melbourne_rails_dangerous_437720.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Brian_Burke_must_wait_to_learn_fate_437726.html Former WA premier Brian Burke's court hearing has been adjourned to April 1. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:29:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Brian_Burke_must_wait_to_learn_fate_437726.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Cannabis_uncovered_in_NSW_forest_437725.html Cannabis worth almost $1.25 million has been uncovered growing in a state forest in southern NSW. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:28:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Cannabis_uncovered_in_NSW_forest_437725.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Department_of_Defence_spending_spree_437719.html A study has found the Department of Defence has been spending millions of dollars on luxury items. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:28:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Department_of_Defence_spending_spree_437719.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Floodwaters_menace_Queensland_437724.html Authorities in Queensland fear at least two more towns could face significant flooding. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:27:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Floodwaters_menace_Queensland_437724.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Yudhoyono_to_touch_down_in_Oz_437723.html Indonesia's President is due to arrive in Australia today ahead of a symbolic three-day visit. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:27:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Yudhoyono_to_touch_down_in_Oz_437723.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Abbotts_mind_changes_on_parental_leave_437722.html Tony Abbott says a greater understanding of women made him change his mind on paid parental leave. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:27:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Abbotts_mind_changes_on_parental_leave_437722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Man_to_face_court_over_Singh_death_437721.html A man's due in a court today charged with manslaughter over the death of Indian toddler Gurshan Singh. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:26:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Man_to_face_court_over_Singh_death_437721.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Wild_weather_clean-up_begins_in_Vic_437718.html Interstate reinforcements have arrived in Victoria to help SES volunteers mop up after wild weather. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 20:25:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/09/Wild_weather_clean-up_begins_in_Vic_437718.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Baby_elephant_dies_during_Zoo_birth_437633.html A baby elephant has died at Sydney's Taronga Zoo during a complicated birth process. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Baby_elephant_dies_during_Zoo_birth_437633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Gender_inequality_too_common_437632.html The Government says gender inequality is still too common in the workforce. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Gender_inequality_too_common_437632.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Insulation_firms_pursued_-_NSW_govt_437631.html The NSW government says a fine imposed on an insulation firm shows illegal traders will be pursued. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Insulation_firms_pursued_-_NSW_govt_437631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Health_is_central_issue_in_poll_437630.html Tasmanian Labor is jumping on the federal government's health policy bandwagon. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Health_is_central_issue_in_poll_437630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Death_in_custody_inquest_resumes_437629.html Palm Island residents have appeared at an inquest into the death in police custody of an Aboriginal man. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Death_in_custody_inquest_resumes_437629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Northeast_Melbourne_hit_by_gale_437628.html Gale force winds are battering Victoria's alpine district but the worst of the weather has passed. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Northeast_Melbourne_hit_by_gale_437628.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Dragun_appeared_to_have_ideal_life_437626.html An inquest has heard Charmaine Dragun appeared to have an 'ideal life' when she jumped from The Gap. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Dragun_appeared_to_have_ideal_life_437626.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Hospital_system_failing_pensioner_437625.html A woman in constant pain is one sufferer as politicians fight over the future of the hospital system. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Hospital_system_failing_pensioner_437625.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Libs_to_boost_paid_parental_leave_437624.html A coalition government would charge big business a levy to fund a six-month paid parental leave scheme. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Libs_to_boost_paid_parental_leave_437624.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_praised_over_Indian_boy_probe_437623.html The Indian community has praised police for their efforts in investigating the death of an Indian toddler. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:58:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_praised_over_Indian_boy_probe_437623.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/No_Oscar_luck_for_Aussies_437514.html Australian filmmakers Luke Doolan and Drew Bailey have missed out on an Oscar. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:28:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/No_Oscar_luck_for_Aussies_437514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Abbotts_parental_leave_scheme_unveiled_437505.html Tony Abbott suggested big business will pay for coalition plans to introduce six months paid parental leave. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:09:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Abbotts_parental_leave_scheme_unveiled_437505.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Rann_makes_criminal_trials_promise_437426.html Mike Rann is reportedly proposing major changes to SA criminal trials, if he's re-elected this month. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:31:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Rann_makes_criminal_trials_promise_437426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Major_flooding_expected_for_parts_of_Qld_437425.html SES volunteers are flying to the southwest Qld town of Dirranbandi as it braces for major flooding. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:08:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Major_flooding_expected_for_parts_of_Qld_437425.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_praised_over_investigation_437358.html The Indian community has praised Vic Police for their efforts in investigating the death of Gurshan Singh. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:57:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_praised_over_investigation_437358.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Lim_speaks_about_Chang_murder_437347.html Philip Lim says he killed heart surgeon Victor Chang in an attempt to feed his gambling addiction. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:18:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Lim_speaks_about_Chang_murder_437347.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Aussie_duo_up_for_an_Oscar_437348.html Australian's Luke Doolan and Drew Bailey have been nominated for an Oscar in the short film category. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:18:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Aussie_duo_up_for_an_Oscar_437348.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Kevin_Rudds_rating_down_-_poll_437346.html The latest news poll shows that Kevin Rudd's personal approval rating is down three points to 57 per cent. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:18:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Kevin_Rudds_rating_down_-_poll_437346.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Melbourne_braces_for_more_storms_437344.html Victorians are being warned to expect more severe storms and heavy rainfall today. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:17:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Melbourne_braces_for_more_storms_437344.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Some_Qld_schools_close_due_to_floods_437349.html Several southern Queensland schools will be closed today because of severe flooding. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:17:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Some_Qld_schools_close_due_to_floods_437349.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Indonesian_president_to_visit_Canberra_437350.html Kevin Rudd will meet with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono this week. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:17:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Indonesian_president_to_visit_Canberra_437350.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Rudd_continues_to_make_health_promise_437351.html The federal government vows its big health reform won't lead to a bigger GST. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:16:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Rudd_continues_to_make_health_promise_437351.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_van_rammed_in_Melbourne_437352.html Two police officers have been injured after their van was rammed by an alleged drink driver in Melbourne. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:15:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Police_van_rammed_in_Melbourne_437352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/New_round_of_water_purchasing_437353.html The federal govt will this week open a new round of water purchasing in the southern Murray Darling Basin. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:14:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/New_round_of_water_purchasing_437353.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/NSW_Riverina_region_evacuated_437354.html Residents in the NSW Riverina region can return to their properties after heavy rain prompted evacuation. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:14:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/NSW_Riverina_region_evacuated_437354.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/SA_the_next_stop_for_the_Queen_Mary_2_437343.html The Queen Mary 2 will set sail for Adelaide tonight after spending a day in Sydney. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:13:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/SA_the_next_stop_for_the_Queen_Mary_2_437343.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Four_canyoners_missing_in_NSW_437355.html A search has resumed for four canyoners who have gone missing in bushland in the NSW Hunter region. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:13:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Four_canyoners_missing_in_NSW_437355.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Aboriginal_women_to_meet_in_Canberra_437345.html There will be a meeting in Canberra this week to discuss ways to improve the lives of indigenous women. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:12:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Aboriginal_women_to_meet_in_Canberra_437345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Jobless_numbers_test_stimulus_strategy_437243.html Economists expect a fall in the jobless rate when employment and consumer confidence data is released. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 13:04:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/08/Jobless_numbers_test_stimulus_strategy_437243.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Man_charged_with_Kilmore_murder_437236.html Police have charged a 40-year-old man with murder after the death of a woman at Kilmore. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:39:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Man_charged_with_Kilmore_murder_437236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Yudhoyono_to_address_lower_house_437227.html Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono will address the lower house of parliament. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:15:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Yudhoyono_to_address_lower_house_437227.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Residents_evacuated_in_Riverina_437224.html About 50 people have been evacuated from their homes following heavy flooding in the NSW Riverina region. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 10:55:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Residents_evacuated_in_Riverina_437224.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Queen_Mary_2_arrives_in_Sydney_437221.html Hundreds of spectators have gathered to see the Queen Mary 2 dock in Sydney Harbour. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 10:47:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Queen_Mary_2_arrives_in_Sydney_437221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Rudd_praises_Neal_for_efforts_437213.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has thanked Belinda Neal for her 'hard work' as an MP. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 10:17:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Rudd_praises_Neal_for_efforts_437213.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Man_charged_over_death_of_Indian_toddler_437211.html A man has been charged over the death of three-year-old Indian boy Gurshan Singh in Melbourne. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:41:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Man_charged_over_death_of_Indian_toddler_437211.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Govt_talks_tough_on_health_reform_437188.html The federal government has vowed its health overhaul will not lead to an increased GST. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 07:24:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Govt_talks_tough_on_health_reform_437188.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/St_George_narrowly_avoids_14m_river_peak_437168.html The Queensland town of St George looks to have narrowly averted a river level peak of 14 metres. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 06:19:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/St_George_narrowly_avoids_14m_river_peak_437168.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/SES_volunteers_sent_to_help_Melbourne_437163.html SES volunteers have been called in from interstate to help mop up after Melbourne's damaging storms. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:42:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/SES_volunteers_sent_to_help_Melbourne_437163.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Opposition_calls_for_security_answers_437157.html The opposition wants to know how a boat of asylum seekers got within 150km of the mainland. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:39:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Opposition_calls_for_security_answers_437157.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Snake_attacks_send_five_to_hospital_437154.html Five people have been taken to hospital after being bitten by snakes in separate incidents. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:29:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Snake_attacks_send_five_to_hospital_437154.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Woman_dead_after_held_hostage_437137.html A 29-year-old woman is dead after a suspected hostage situation north of Melbourne. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Woman_dead_after_held_hostage_437137.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Gillard_calls_Neal_a_good_member_437136.html Dumped federal Labor MP Belinda Neal has been described as a 'good member' by Deputy PM Julia Gillard. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Gillard_calls_Neal_a_good_member_437136.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Federal_border_protection_under_scrutiny_437135.html Border protection policies are again under fire after two more boats of asylum seekers were intercepted. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Federal_border_protection_under_scrutiny_437135.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Rudd_keeps_losing_MPs-Hockey_437134.html Joe Hockey says the federal government is having trouble holding on to its MPs. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Rudd_keeps_losing_MPs-Hockey_437134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Senate_rejection_wont_affect_referendum_437133.html Nicola Roxon says a referendum on hospital reform could be held even if the Senate rejects the idea. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Senate_rejection_wont_affect_referendum_437133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Car_may_be_clue_in_Gurshan_death_437132.html Police believe a green VR or VT Commodore could hold the key to the death of a three-year-old Gurshan Singh. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 03:07:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Car_may_be_clue_in_Gurshan_death_437132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Children_banned_from_Anzac_Day_march_436954.html Children will reportedly be banned from walking alongside their relatives in Brisbane's Anzac Day march. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:38:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Children_banned_from_Anzac_Day_march_436954.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Another_hit_of_storms_expected_for_Vic_436951.html Victorians have been warned to brace again for violent storms, with more torrential rain expected. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 18:29:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Another_hit_of_storms_expected_for_Vic_436951.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Woman_dead_in_hostage_situation_436920.html A 29-year-old woman is dead after a suspected hostage situation in Melbourne was witnessed by children. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 13:51:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Woman_dead_in_hostage_situation_436920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Queen_Mary_2_to_visit_Sydney_436914.html The largest ship to ever visit Australia, The Queen Mary 2, will arrive in Sydney on Sunday. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 13:03:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/07/Queen_Mary_2_to_visit_Sydney_436914.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Chile_survivors_back_in_Sydney_436907.html The first flight into Sydney from Chile since a devastating earthquake and tsunami hit has landed. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:51:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Chile_survivors_back_in_Sydney_436907.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Man_throws_petrol_at_womans_face_436911.html NSW Police say a man threw petrol on an elderly woman's face then ransacked several rooms of her home. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:48:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Man_throws_petrol_at_womans_face_436911.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Toddler_fighting_for_life_after_accident_436904.html A toddler is fighting for his life after being hit by a car in Melbourne's southeast. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:28:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Toddler_fighting_for_life_after_accident_436904.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Toddlers_parents_view_boys_body_436886.html The parents of a three-year-old boy found dumped in Melbourne have viewed their son's body. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 10:54:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Toddlers_parents_view_boys_body_436886.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Pensioners_to_get_pay_rise_436884.html The federal govt says about about four million people are set to receive a bigger pension payment. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 10:11:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Pensioners_to_get_pay_rise_436884.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Storm_damages_areas_of_Melbourne_436874.html Hail has blanketed Melbourne as a severe thunderstorm caused damage to dozens of buildings. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:47:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Storm_damages_areas_of_Melbourne_436874.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_flood_waters_peak_lower_436864.html The Qld town of St George has been spared from a massive flood with the river peaking lower than expected. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:14:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_flood_waters_peak_lower_436864.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Neal_loses_pre-selection_vote_436863.html Belinda Neal has lost a pre-selection vote to contest her NSW seat of Robertson. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 08:14:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Neal_loses_pre-selection_vote_436863.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_floods_ready_to_peak_436839.html Emergency services say they've done all they can to prepare the southwest Qld town of St George for floods. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:49:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_floods_ready_to_peak_436839.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/AFP_boards_second_anti-whaling_boat_436833.html The AFP has boarded a second boat owned by the anti-whaling group the Sea Shepherd. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:15:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/AFP_boards_second_anti-whaling_boat_436833.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Rudd_challenges_premiers_over_health_436828.html The government has continued its campaign to sell its hospitals revamp to reluctant state governments. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:47:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Rudd_challenges_premiers_over_health_436828.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Hail_storms_hit_parts_of_Melbourne_436822.html Parts of Melbourne have been lashed by hailstones the size of golf balls as a huge storm hit the city. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 05:17:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Hail_storms_hit_parts_of_Melbourne_436822.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Desperate_police_appeal_over_toddler_436784.html Police desperately appeal to anyone who knows anything about the death of an Indian toddler in Melbourne. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 03:04:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Desperate_police_appeal_over_toddler_436784.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Police_find_over_400_child_porn_images_436699.html Police say hundreds of child pornography images have been found on computers in northern NSW. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:37:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Police_find_over_400_child_porn_images_436699.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Rudd_to_expand_Asylum_seeker_facilities_436663.html The Rudd government is reportedly planning an expansion of asylum seeker facilities at Christmas Island. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:58:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Rudd_to_expand_Asylum_seeker_facilities_436663.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/RAAF_unveils_Australias_new_top_guns_436654.html The RAAF's first batch of 24 new Super Hornet jet fighter-bombers will arrive late this month. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:13:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/RAAF_unveils_Australias_new_top_guns_436654.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Soldiers_share_their_mistake_with_mum_436640.html Australian soldiers who killed five children in an Afghan raid told a grieving mother they made 'a mistake'. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:55:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Soldiers_share_their_mistake_with_mum_436640.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_residents_brace_for_evacuation_436639.html Several towns in southwest Qld have been left isolated and thousands left homeless as river levels rise. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:55:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/St_George_residents_brace_for_evacuation_436639.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Desperate_police_appeal_over_missing_3yo_436632.html Police desperately appeal to anyone who knows anything about the death of an Indian toddler in Melbourne. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 18:30:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/Desperate_police_appeal_over_missing_3yo_436632.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/South-west_Queensland_floods_rising_436590.html Residents of the south-west Queensland town of St George are being evacuated as floodwaters surge. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:40:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/06/South-west_Queensland_floods_rising_436590.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Tasmanian_state_election_heats_up_436591.html Tasmanian opposition Leader Will Hodgman has headed to Melbourne with a policy to entice more people south. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:46:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Tasmanian_state_election_heats_up_436591.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Aust_exchange_rates_best_for_decades_436578.html Australian travellers are currently facing the best money exchange rates in decades. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:32:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Aust_exchange_rates_best_for_decades_436578.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Jetstar_pilot_blamed_for_near_miss_436560.html A Jetstar plane came within 11.5 metres of hitting the ground in a near miss at Melbourne Airport. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:51:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Jetstar_pilot_blamed_for_near_miss_436560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Improvement_needed_on_pain_management_436514.html According to a new study almost half of children battling terminal cancer suffer unduly in the final months. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:04:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Improvement_needed_on_pain_management_436514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_to_probe_Vic_school_knife_threat_436515.html A Victorian woman wants a schoolgirl who allegedly held a knife to her daughter's throat charged by police. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:50:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_to_probe_Vic_school_knife_threat_436515.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Gillard_urges_young_Australians_to_work_436513.html Young Australians should start filling jobs currently taken by imported labour, the federal government says. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:49:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Gillard_urges_young_Australians_to_work_436513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/GM_food_labelling_laws_under_scrutiny_436512.html Greenpeace is calling for tighter product labeling laws to ensure genetically modified foods are revealed. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:49:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/GM_food_labelling_laws_under_scrutiny_436512.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Missing_disabled_boy_found_drowned_436511.html A six-year-old Sydney boy with an intellectual disability has drowned after wandering from his family home. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:49:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Missing_disabled_boy_found_drowned_436511.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Queensland_south_evacuating_from_flood_436467.html Residents of the south-west Queensland town of St George are being evacuated as floodwaters surge. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:01:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Queensland_south_evacuating_from_flood_436467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Tebbutt_denies_plan_to_scuttle_reforms_436468.html NSW Health Minister Carmel Tebbutt denies she mounted a scare campaign against proposed hospital reforms. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:47:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Tebbutt_denies_plan_to_scuttle_reforms_436468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Launch_of_Gallipoli_guide_book_436405.html Australians planning on trekking the Gallipoli battlefields can now be guided by a new pocket book. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:04:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Launch_of_Gallipoli_guide_book_436405.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Health_policy_slammed_by_Abbott_436393.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has been accused of never fully understanding the complexities of health reform. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:48:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Health_policy_slammed_by_Abbott_436393.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Vioxx_doubles_risk_of_heart_attacks_436386.html The arthritis drug Vioxx has been found not fit for sale, allegedly doubling the risk of heart attack. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:37:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Vioxx_doubles_risk_of_heart_attacks_436386.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Qld_schools_brace_for_floodwaters_436383.html A number of state schools have closed as emergency conditions continue in flood ravaged Queensland. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:35:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Qld_schools_brace_for_floodwaters_436383.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Gillard_denies_hospital_closures_436381.html The government has denied hospitals would close under the proposed health reforms. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:35:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Gillard_denies_hospital_closures_436381.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_crack_down_on_knife_crime_436382.html Victorians caught carrying a knife face hefty fines under new laws cracking down on knife-related violence. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:35:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_crack_down_on_knife_crime_436382.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Health_debarcle_slammed_by_Abbott_436380.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has been accused of never fully understanding the complexities of health reform. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:35:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Health_debarcle_slammed_by_Abbott_436380.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Japanese_whaling_diplomacy_fails_again_436352.html Australia and Japan have struggled yet again to strike a deal in a bitter dispute on whaling. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:55:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Japanese_whaling_diplomacy_fails_again_436352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Rudd_criticised_over_health_excuses_436338.html The PM has been criticised for using state policy as an excuse to delay a move on hospital waiting lists. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:17:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Rudd_criticised_over_health_excuses_436338.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/More_women_wanted_on_company_boards_436336.html The Australian Greens say it's time to see more women on company boards. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 23:59:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/More_women_wanted_on_company_boards_436336.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Smith_assures_India_of_safety_efforts_436290.html Foreign MP Stephen Smith has assured India that Australia takes Indian students' safety very seriously. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:32:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Smith_assures_India_of_safety_efforts_436290.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Govt_orders_insulation_inquiry_436254.html The federal government has ordered an urgent, high-level investigation into the botched insulation scheme. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:26:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Govt_orders_insulation_inquiry_436254.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Drought_may_be_on_the_way_out_436236.html Australia's 13-year drought may be easing following heavy summer rains across the east of the country Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:36:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Drought_may_be_on_the_way_out_436236.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Federal_insulation_rebate_scam_436221.html The Opposition says dodgy operators fraudulently claimed $1600 of the government insulation rebate. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:47:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Federal_insulation_rebate_scam_436221.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Hockey_accuses_Rudd_of_secret_tax_agenda_436220.html Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey says the government is hiding the Henry Tax Review due to a secret tax agenda. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:47:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Hockey_accuses_Rudd_of_secret_tax_agenda_436220.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_determined_to_solve_3yos_murder_436212.html Police are searching for the killer of a three-year-old boy found dead by the side of a Melbourne road. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:33:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Police_determined_to_solve_3yos_murder_436212.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Boeing_plays_down_branch_closure_436210.html Boeing has played down its Sydney facility closure, attributing the 'merger' to operational losses. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 18:19:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/05/Boeing_plays_down_branch_closure_436210.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Keneally_slams_portrait_of_Ferguson_436160.html Kritina Keneally slams a portrait of paedophile Dennis Ferguson entered in the Archibald Prize. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:50:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Keneally_slams_portrait_of_Ferguson_436160.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Police_find_toddlers_body_436152.html Police are treating the death of a young boy who went missing in Melbourne as murder. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:20:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Police_find_toddlers_body_436152.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Rudd_too_busy_to_release_review_436148.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says he's been too 'busy' to release the Henry Tax Review. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:00:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Rudd_too_busy_to_release_review_436148.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Plan_doesnt_fix_rural_GP_shortage_436147.html Lobbyists say the Govt's new hospital plan fails to address a shortage of GP's in regional areas. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:57:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Plan_doesnt_fix_rural_GP_shortage_436147.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Extinct_frog_reappears_in_NSW_436146.html A rare species of frog has defied scientific belief by hopping back from apparent extinction. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:44:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Extinct_frog_reappears_in_NSW_436146.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fraser_launches_political_memoirs_436121.html Malcolm Fraser has launched his memoirs in Melbourne 27years after retiring from parliament. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:45:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fraser_launches_political_memoirs_436121.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fines_in_Vic_for_people_carrying_knives_436096.html People in Vic caught carrying illegal knives on the street will be slapped with $1000 on-the-spot fines. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:50:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fines_in_Vic_for_people_carrying_knives_436096.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Vic_police_to_probe_school_knife_threat_436093.html A Vic woman wants a schoolgirl who allegedly held a knife to her daughter's throat charged by police. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:34:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Vic_police_to_probe_school_knife_threat_436093.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Flood_levels_rise_in_Charleville_436090.html Floodwaters have risen in the town of Charleville, with some residents forced to evacuate all over again. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:27:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Flood_levels_rise_in_Charleville_436090.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Mum_who_got_son_drunk_risks_jail_436085.html A Vic mother who avoided jail for getting her young son drunk could still serve time behind bars. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 07:05:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Mum_who_got_son_drunk_risks_jail_436085.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fears_grow_for_missing_toddler_436082.html Fears are growing for the safety of a three year-old boy who's gone missing while on holiday from India. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:54:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Fears_grow_for_missing_toddler_436082.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Child_airlifted_after_bitten_by_snake_436061.html A two-year-old girl has been airlifted to hospital after being bitten by a snake in outer Sydney. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:01:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Child_airlifted_after_bitten_by_snake_436061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Hinch_case_set_for_High_Court_fight_436055.html Court proceedings against Derryn Hinch have been halted so he can take his fight to the High Court. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:53:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Hinch_case_set_for_High_Court_fight_436055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Abbott_Speedo_billboard_erected_436045.html A billboard of Tony Abbott in his Speedos has been erected at Sydney airport by a political activism group. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:22:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Abbott_Speedo_billboard_erected_436045.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Boeing_to_close_Bankstown_plant_436005.html Boeing says closing down its Bankstown, NSW manufacturing facility will help improve its competitiveness. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:54:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Boeing_to_close_Bankstown_plant_436005.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/MPs_demand_generous_allowances_436004.html Federal politicians are demanding more generous travel and salary allowances. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:53:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/MPs_demand_generous_allowances_436004.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Police_wont_question_Chang_killer_436003.html Malaysian police won't monitor or question a Malaysian man convicted in the murder of surgeon Victor Chang. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:52:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Police_wont_question_Chang_killer_436003.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/More_Qld_towns_brace_for_floods_436001.html More towns in Qld are gearing up to fight floodwater as locals face the worst natural disaster since 1990. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:51:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/More_Qld_towns_brace_for_floods_436001.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Guilty_plea_for_Mike_Rann_assailant_435920.html The husband of the woman who alleges she had an affair with Mike Rann has pleaded guilty to assault. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:19:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Guilty_plea_for_Mike_Rann_assailant_435920.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Rudd_too_busy_to_release_Henry_Review_435914.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd says he's been too 'busy' to release the Henry Tax Review. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:57:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Rudd_too_busy_to_release_Henry_Review_435914.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Chantelois_claims_Rann_is_in_denial_435889.html The woman who claims she had an affair with Mike Rann says he is driven by political survival. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:57:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Chantelois_claims_Rann_is_in_denial_435889.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Chantelois_says_Rann_is_in_denial_435887.html The woman who claims she had an affair with Mike Rann says he is driven by political survival. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:53:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Chantelois_says_Rann_is_in_denial_435887.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Notorious_bikie_to_front_NSW_court_435882.html A 31-year-old man alleged to be a high-ranking bikie gang member is set to appear in a NSW court. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:44:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Notorious_bikie_to_front_NSW_court_435882.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Unions_claim_stake_in_health_overhaul_435873.html Unions are concerned about the impact the federal health proposal will have on public health bureaucrats. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:21:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Unions_claim_stake_in_health_overhaul_435873.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Teen_shot_by_cop_over_stolen_ute_435868.html A man will face court today over a break and enter which ended in a police shooting near Newcastle, NSW. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:16:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Teen_shot_by_cop_over_stolen_ute_435868.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Intercepted_asylum-seeker_boat_435796.html A boat of suspected asylum seekers has been spotted by an air force plane north of Australia. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:39:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Intercepted_asylum-seeker_boat_435796.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/High_Court_overturns_shared_parenting_435785.html The High Court has overturned a shared parenting order of a seven-year-old child. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:39:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/High_Court_overturns_shared_parenting_435785.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Israeli_film_pulled_amid_tensions_435795.html The screening of an Israeli film in Parliament House has been postponed amid heightened tensions. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:39:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Israeli_film_pulled_amid_tensions_435795.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Roxon_on_heightened_taxes_for_hospitals_435794.html Increased taxes may be on the way in response to the government's proposed national health overhaul. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:38:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Roxon_on_heightened_taxes_for_hospitals_435794.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Health_overhaul_overlooks_rural_GPs_435770.html Rural doctors say the government's hospital overhaul fails to address a shortage of GPs in regional areas. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:29:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/04/Health_overhaul_overlooks_rural_GPs_435770.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/WA_homes_saved_from_fire_435717.html Firefighters have saved a dozen of houses in Perth's south, after a fast moving blaze hit Nambeelup. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:44:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/WA_homes_saved_from_fire_435717.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rann_apologises_for_friendship_435716.html SA Premier Mike Rann has apologised for his 'friendship' with a waitress who alleges they had an affair. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:44:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rann_apologises_for_friendship_435716.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Double_hand_transplant_patient_435688.html A Victorian plumber is reportedly set to become Australia's first double hand transplant recipient. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:03:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Double_hand_transplant_patient_435688.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Abbott_lost_in_desert_435685.html The opposition leader went missing for six hours while on a quad bike ride in remote NT desert scrubland. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 08:57:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Abbott_lost_in_desert_435685.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Plans_for_MyUniversity_site_435630.html The govt has revealed plans to launch a new university comparison website similar to MySchool. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:59:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Plans_for_MyUniversity_site_435630.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Vic_infrastructure_gets_a_C_grade_435629.html Spending on Victorian infrastructure has been given a 'barely adequate' C grading by experts. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:59:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Vic_infrastructure_gets_a_C_grade_435629.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Flood_clean-up_begins_in_Qld_435628.html The flood clean-up has begun in the Qld towns of Charleville and Roma as communities downstream brace. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:59:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Flood_clean-up_begins_in_Qld_435628.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rudds_landmark_hospital_plan_unveiled_435577.html The government plans to strip $50b of GST revenues from states and territories and invest it into health. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:59:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rudds_landmark_hospital_plan_unveiled_435577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Man_shot_by_police_just_near_Newcastle_435574.html Police have shot a man just past Newcastle, he is suspected of carrying out a home invasion and stealing. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:57:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Man_shot_by_police_just_near_Newcastle_435574.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Australian_economy_grows_09_435573.html The economy grew at 0.9% in the three months to the end of December, its fastest pace since the March 2007. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:57:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Australian_economy_grows_09_435573.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Two_Australians_drown_in_South_America_435458.html Two Australian tourists have drowned in a rafting accident on a river in Peru. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 02:55:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Two_Australians_drown_in_South_America_435458.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Secret_drug_lab_is_largest_ever_435504.html Police have found the largest ever ecstasy lab in a Sydney home capable of producing $10 million of drugs Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:24:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Secret_drug_lab_is_largest_ever_435504.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Car_hits_boy_fleeing_bully_435503.html An boy is in hospital with head injuries after fleeing a school bully who threatened to kill him. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:23:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Car_hits_boy_fleeing_bully_435503.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Westpac_passes_on_RBA_rate_rise_435497.html Westpac Banking Corporation has raised its interest rate on home loans by 25 basis points. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:07:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Westpac_passes_on_RBA_rate_rise_435497.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Andy_Lee_gets_teeth_smashed_in_stunt_435491.html Megan Gale is reportedly furious at her radio host boyfriend Andy Lee after he smashed his front teeth in. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:54:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Andy_Lee_gets_teeth_smashed_in_stunt_435491.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Smith_happy_with_Indian_security_435461.html Foreign Minister Stephen Smith says he's satisfied with Indian security measures for the hockey World Cup. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:32:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Smith_happy_with_Indian_security_435461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Kmart_ends_Anzac_Day_trading_bid_435459.html Kmart says it will withdraw its controversial application to trade before 1pm on Anzac Day in NSW. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:32:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Kmart_ends_Anzac_Day_trading_bid_435459.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Two_Australians_drown_whilst_canoeing_435458.html Two Australian tourists have drowned in a rafting accident on a river in Peru. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 22:31:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Two_Australians_drown_whilst_canoeing_435458.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/McDonalds_signs_Weight_Watchers_deal_435428.html McDonald's has reportedly signed a deal with Weight Watchers to promote some of its meals. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/McDonalds_signs_Weight_Watchers_deal_435428.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Lottery_sale_sparks_spending_row_435427.html A political brawl has erupted in NSW over how to spend $1b from the sell-off of the state's lottery company. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Lottery_sale_sparks_spending_row_435427.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/More_passengers_and_more_trains_in_Vic_435426.html The Victorian government expects the number of people using its rail network to double in ten years. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/More_passengers_and_more_trains_in_Vic_435426.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Awards_modernisation_to_head_ACTU_agenda_435425.html ACTU-affiliated unions are meeting in Melbourne to discuss their campaigning in the upcoming election. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Awards_modernisation_to_head_ACTU_agenda_435425.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Qld_residents_return_to_flood_aftermath_435424.html Rain is set to ease over southern Queensland following days of record falls. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Qld_residents_return_to_flood_aftermath_435424.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/CBA_and_ANZ_pass_on_RBA_rate_hike_435423.html ANZ, CBA and St George will all pass on the RBA's decision to increase interest rates by 0.25%. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/CBA_and_ANZ_pass_on_RBA_rate_hike_435423.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Changs_killer_to_leave_Australia_435422.html One of the men convicted of killing heart surgeon Victor Chang is expected to fly out of Australia today. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Changs_killer_to_leave_Australia_435422.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Bomb_squad_clear_home_explosives_435421.html Police have finished clearing up to 50 suspected bombs booby-trapped at a dead pensioner's home in Sydney. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Bomb_squad_clear_home_explosives_435421.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/SA_Liberals_receive_standing_ovation_435420.html The SA Liberal leader Isobel Redmond has been greeted with a standing ovation at a leader's lunch. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:17:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/SA_Liberals_receive_standing_ovation_435420.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rudds_hospitals_plan_to_be_unveiled_435354.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd looks set to release his long-awaited hospitals reform plan at a meeting today. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:08:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/03/Rudds_hospitals_plan_to_be_unveiled_435354.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Burke_on_trial_in_WA_435293.html A court has heard Brian Burke misled a WA Corruption and Crime Commission over a planned development. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:51:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Burke_on_trial_in_WA_435293.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Chang_killers_deportation_delayed_435280.html One of the men convicted of killing Sydney heart surgeon Victor Chang has had his deportation delayed. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:04:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Chang_killers_deportation_delayed_435280.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Alcoa_deal_to_secure_jobs_435276.html Alcoa has struck a deal to ensure its controversial aluminium smelters continue operating for decades. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:22:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Alcoa_deal_to_secure_jobs_435276.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Fevola_taken_aback_435275.html Lions coach Michael Voss believes Brendan Fevola hasn't recently sent a nude photo of Lara Bingle. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:22:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Fevola_taken_aback_435275.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Warne_boosts_India_friendship_435274.html Shane Warne has held an informal chat at Parliament House about the violence against Indian students. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:22:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Warne_boosts_India_friendship_435274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Hospital_shake_up_starts_tomorrow_435224.html Australians will find out soon how the govt plans to shake up Australia's hospital system. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:20:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Hospital_shake_up_starts_tomorrow_435224.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/RBA_ups_interest_rates_435168.html The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced it has lifted interest rates from 3.75% to 4.0%. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 05:18:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/RBA_ups_interest_rates_435168.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Three_die_as_Qld_braces_for_wet_weather_435123.html Southern Queensland is expected to be hit with more rain today with several towns on flood watch. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:22:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Three_die_as_Qld_braces_for_wet_weather_435123.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Two_more_arrests_over_machete_attack_435122.html Police have arrested two men in relation to a machete attack outside a Melbourne nightclub. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:21:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Two_more_arrests_over_machete_attack_435122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Titanic_exhibition_on_its_way_to_Vic_435121.html The artefact exhibition of the Titanic is coming to Australia in May and will be held in the states Museum. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:21:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Titanic_exhibition_on_its_way_to_Vic_435121.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Train_patronage_to_double_in_Melbourne_435118.html Melbourne's new rail operator plans to double the number of passengers on the city's packed trains. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:16:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Train_patronage_to_double_in_Melbourne_435118.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Tourists_and_freight_stalled_by_floods_435113.html A section of railway line that washed away in January has been destroyed by floods in central Australia. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:11:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Tourists_and_freight_stalled_by_floods_435113.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Man_who_sparked_house_fires_gets_jail_435112.html A burglar who sparked two house fires, forcing two families with children to flee has been jailed. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:11:05 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Man_who_sparked_house_fires_gets_jail_435112.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Biker_smashes_Harley_jump_world_record_435111.html Rider Seth Enslow has smashed the world record for the longest distance jumped on a Harley-Davidson. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:11:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Biker_smashes_Harley_jump_world_record_435111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Chang_killer_to_be_deported_435100.html One of two men convicted of the murder of heart surgeon Victor Chang is to be deported as soon as possible. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:49:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Chang_killer_to_be_deported_435100.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Abbott_continues_attack_on_Garrett_435052.html The opposition has continued its attack on frontbencher Peter Garrett calling for his head as minister. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:43:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Abbott_continues_attack_on_Garrett_435052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/NSW_govt_sells_states_Lotteries_435051.html The NSW govt has sold the state lotteries company to Tatts Group Limited in a deal worth over $1 billion. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:40:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/NSW_govt_sells_states_Lotteries_435051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/John_Borghetti_made_CEO_of_Virgin_Blue_435050.html Virgin Blue has named former Qantas executive John Borghetti as its new chief executive. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:40:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/John_Borghetti_made_CEO_of_Virgin_Blue_435050.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Doctors_behind_govt_control_of_hospitals_435049.html Doctors have welcomed reports the Rudd government plans to take over funding the nation's public hospitals. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 23:40:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Doctors_behind_govt_control_of_hospitals_435049.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Economists_predict_interest_rate_rise_434974.html There's a growing expectation on financial markets that the Reserve Bank will lift interest rates today. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:46:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Economists_predict_interest_rate_rise_434974.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Aust_to_give_5_million_in_quake_aid_434973.html The government will provide $5 million of aid to Chile after the country was hit by a devastating quake. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:46:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Aust_to_give_5_million_in_quake_aid_434973.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Long_wait_for_Aussie-based_Chileans_434970.html Authorities are still trying to contact more than 400 Australians in Chile's quake zone. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:46:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Long_wait_for_Aussie-based_Chileans_434970.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Illegal_medic_sells_organs_in_Aust_434972.html There are reports Australians have bought kidneys from an Indian medic accused of running illegal clinics. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:46:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Illegal_medic_sells_organs_in_Aust_434972.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Bingle_sues_Fevola_over_nude_image_434971.html Model Lara Bingle is reportedly suing AFL player Brendan Fevola following the release of a nude photo. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Bingle_sues_Fevola_over_nude_image_434971.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Knights_attempt_to_rebuild_after_charges_434968.html Newcastle's Chris Houston has been charged with supplying ecstasy and cocaine. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Knights_attempt_to_rebuild_after_charges_434968.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/WA_residents_on_the_lookout_for_fires_434967.html Residents of WA's northern wheatbelt have been told to watch for signs of fire as a blaze continues to burn. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/WA_residents_on_the_lookout_for_fires_434967.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Rudd_hangs_on_in_polls_after_slump_434966.html The latest Newspoll reveals the Coalition has lifted from 47 to 48% on the two-party preferred vote. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Rudd_hangs_on_in_polls_after_slump_434966.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Three_die_as_Qld_braces_for_wet_weather_434965.html Southern Queensland is expected to be hit with more rain today with several towns on flood watch. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Three_die_as_Qld_braces_for_wet_weather_434965.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Changs_killer_deported_upon_release_434969.html The Immigration Department won't confirm whether Victor Chang's killer has been deported. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:45:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Changs_killer_deported_upon_release_434969.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Service_to_honour_Centaur_victims_434912.html The daughter of a 1943 Centaur victim says today's memorial service will help families begin to heal. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 18:25:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/02/Service_to_honour_Centaur_victims_434912.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Nudes_pose_for_Sydney_photo_434860.html Thousands have gathered at Sydney Opera House ready for a nude photo-shoot with artist Spencer Tunick. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:39:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Nudes_pose_for_Sydney_photo_434860.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Eneabba_fire_warning_in_WA_downgraded_434858.html FESA has downgraded an emergency fire warning for residents north of Eneabba in WA. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:28:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Eneabba_fire_warning_in_WA_downgraded_434858.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Curriculum_reform_not_rushed_434857.html Federal Education Minister Julia Gillard says the new national curriculum for schools has not been rushed. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:26:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Curriculum_reform_not_rushed_434857.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/72-year-old_fan_dies_in_motorcycle_crash_434817.html A 72-year-old man has died after crashing his motorbike during a public ride day at Phillip Island. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:25:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/72-year-old_fan_dies_in_motorcycle_crash_434817.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/400_Aussies_believed_to_be_in_Chile_434816.html Authorities are trying urgently to contact more than 400 Australians believed to be in Chile. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 09:24:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/400_Aussies_believed_to_be_in_Chile_434816.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Launch_of_new_school_curriculum_434798.html Over 100 schools will trial the federal government's new draft curriculum over the next three months. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:38:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Launch_of_new_school_curriculum_434798.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/School_evacutation_in_NSW_434810.html A primary school in NSW's Hunter region was evacuated after a nearby gas leak. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:37:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/School_evacutation_in_NSW_434810.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/WA_farming_residents_brace_for_fire_434809.html Residents in WA's northern wheatbelt have been told to evacuate as an erratic bushfire heads their way. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:37:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/WA_farming_residents_brace_for_fire_434809.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Bushfire_at_One_Tree_Hill_in_SA_434808.html A bushfire threat at One Tree Hill in South Australia's Mt Lofty Rangers has been reduced. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:37:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Bushfire_at_One_Tree_Hill_in_SA_434808.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Driver_caught_with_blood_alcohol_at_315_434807.html A Canberra woman who registered a blood-alcohol level of 0.315 has been charged with drink driving. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:37:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Driver_caught_with_blood_alcohol_at_315_434807.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Double_homicide_in_Perth_434806.html Police are treating the deaths of a 64-year-old man and a 35-year-old woman in Perth as a double murder. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:36:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Double_homicide_in_Perth_434806.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Kmart_slammed_for_Anzac_trading_bid_434805.html NSW Premier Kristina Keneally has criticised Kmart for its bid to trade before 1pm on Anzac Day. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:36:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Kmart_slammed_for_Anzac_trading_bid_434805.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Brumby_admits_public_has_been_let_down_434804.html Vic Premier John Brumby admitted his state govt has let voters down on the back of a disappointing poll. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:35:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Brumby_admits_public_has_been_let_down_434804.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Govt_urged_to_act_on_obesity_434803.html Research shows Australia's ballooning waistlines are costing taxpayers more than $50 billion a year. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:35:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Govt_urged_to_act_on_obesity_434803.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/2003_bushfire_victims_sue_434802.html Victims of the 2003 Canberra bushfires are suing the ACT and NSW govt for damages that may top $100m. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:34:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/2003_bushfire_victims_sue_434802.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Incidents_from_Qld_floods_kill_three_434801.html Three people have died in flood-related accidents as Queensland braces for more heavy rain and winds. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:34:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Incidents_from_Qld_floods_kill_three_434801.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Chang_killer_to_be_released_434800.html One of two men charged with killing Sydney heart surgeon Victor Chang will soon be released from prison. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:33:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Chang_killer_to_be_released_434800.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Vic_police_to_flood_trouble_hot_spots_434799.html Victoria police will flood trouble hot spots with specialist officers in a new crackdown on law and order. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 08:33:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Vic_police_to_flood_trouble_hot_spots_434799.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Skippy_crowned_top_Aussie_animal_icon_434730.html Skippy has knocked out Matilda the Boxing Kangaroo to be voted Australia's most iconic animal. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 05:43:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Skippy_crowned_top_Aussie_animal_icon_434730.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Gillard_launches_new_school_curriculum_434641.html Over 100 schools will trial the federal government's new draft curriculum over the next three months. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Gillard_launches_new_school_curriculum_434641.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/New_unit_to_tackle_violent_crime_434640.html A police unit of 127 officers will hit Victorian streets this week in the latest assault on violent crime. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/New_unit_to_tackle_violent_crime_434640.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Nudes_pose_for_Sydney_photo_434639.html Thousands have gathered at Sydney Opera House ready for a nude photo-shoot with artist Spencer Tunick. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Nudes_pose_for_Sydney_photo_434639.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Man_attacked_for_interrupting_robbery_434638.html A man has been hit over the head with the butt of a gun during a robbery at a Sydney bowling club. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Man_attacked_for_interrupting_robbery_434638.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Victoria_conduct_code_for_sport_fans_434637.html The Victorian government will announce a crackdown on on-field thugs. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Victoria_conduct_code_for_sport_fans_434637.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/NSW_police_crack_down_on_drink-driving_434636.html An annual drink-driving crackdown in NSW has seen less than half the number of people caught than last year. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/NSW_police_crack_down_on_drink-driving_434636.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Mike_Rann_promises_new_jobs_434634.html Kevin Rudd has thrown his support behind South Australia's Labor government ahead of the state election. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Mike_Rann_promises_new_jobs_434634.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Learners_admit_lying_about_hours_434633.html Young NSW drivers admit they are faking their learner log-books to earn their P-plate licences. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Learners_admit_lying_about_hours_434633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Rates_tipped_to_go_up_434632.html Economists say Australians should brace for an interest rate rise this week. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Rates_tipped_to_go_up_434632.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Indo_visit_a_distraction_for_PM_434631.html Kevin Rudd will try to regain political ground when he hosts visits by the Indonesian and US leaders. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:58:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Indo_visit_a_distraction_for_PM_434631.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Ban_on_pill_presses_comes_into_force_434519.html Legislation will come into force, banning the importation of pill presses into Australia. Sun, 28 Feb 2010 18:55:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/03/01/Ban_on_pill_presses_comes_into_force_434519.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/22/Calorie_count_for_fast_food_products_431720.html Fast food outlets in Victoria may have to offer a calorie count on their products. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:40:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/22/Calorie_count_for_fast_food_products_431720.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/22/Insulation_warning_not_seen_by_Garrett_431710.html Peter Garrett says he didn't see a risk assessment of the roof insulation program until 10 days ago. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 22:40:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/22/Insulation_warning_not_seen_by_Garrett_431710.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/17/Rudd_to_tackle_homelessness_429925.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has announced a $10 million dollar boost to tackle homelessness. Wed, 17 Feb 2010 02:01:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/02/17/Rudd_to_tackle_homelessness_429925.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/01/28/Keneally_opens_desalination_plant_422314.html NSW's first desalination plant has been officially opened by Premier Kristina Keneally. Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:00:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/01/28/Keneally_opens_desalination_plant_422314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/01/23/Residents_warned_to_prepare_for_TC_Olga_420559.html Residents in far north Sat, 23 Jan 2010 12:12:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2010/01/23/Residents_warned_to_prepare_for_TC_Olga_420559.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/18/National_road_toll_devastating_408042.html Police have described the first day of the Christmas road toll as 'devastating', with six lives lost. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:09:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/18/National_road_toll_devastating_408042.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/18/Teen_avoids_jail_for_killing_best_friend_408040.html A teenager charged with accidentally shooting a friend dead received a four-year good behaviour bond. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:08:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/18/Teen_avoids_jail_for_killing_best_friend_408040.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/07/Coalition_climate_policy_costs_less_403052.html Opposition leader Tony Abbott has refused to comment on Liberal climate policy costs. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:52:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/07/Coalition_climate_policy_costs_less_403052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/07/Deceased_recovered_from_missing_plane_403051.html Searchers have found two fatalities and the wreckage of an ultralight plane missing in Victoria's north. Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:52:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/12/07/Deceased_recovered_from_missing_plane_403051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/28/Body_found_in_national_park_387686.html The body of an unidentified woman has been found in a body bag at a Sydney national park. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:05:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/28/Body_found_in_national_park_387686.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/04/Boy_missing_in_Sydneys_southwest_379123.html Police are seeking help to find a nine-year-old boy missing from his home in Sydney's southwest. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 18:23:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/04/Boy_missing_in_Sydneys_southwest_379123.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/04/Wayne_Carey_sent_packing_from_US_379122.html Former AFL star Wayne Carey is no longer welcome in the US. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 18:23:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/10/04/Wayne_Carey_sent_packing_from_US_379122.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/03/29/Students_tie_knot_get_bucks_316689.html Uni students are turning to marriage in order to receive government assistance. Sat, 28 Mar 2009 20:46:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/03/29/Students_tie_knot_get_bucks_316689.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/The_rain_keeps_coming_in_Qld_302624.html Heavy rain between Mackay and Townsville has closed two major highways. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:02:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/The_rain_keeps_coming_in_Qld_302624.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Thieves_steal_bushfire_donations_302623.html Two men have been arrested, charged with stealing donated money collected for the bushfire victims. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:02:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Thieves_steal_bushfire_donations_302623.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Patel_death_rates_were_a_concern_302608.html A court's been told a doctor, who worked with Jayant Patel, became concerned about the surgeon's abilities. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:56:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Patel_death_rates_were_a_concern_302608.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Surgeons_work_on_shark_victim_302607.html Surgeons in Sydney have worked for 10 hours to re-attach a surfer's left hand after the city's second shark attack. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:56:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Surgeons_work_on_shark_victim_302607.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/NSW_hopes_for_stimulus_share_302606.html The passing of the federal government's $42 billion stimulus package will boost jobs and help alleviate homelessness in NSW. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:56:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/NSW_hopes_for_stimulus_share_302606.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Healesville_residents_remain_alert_302605.html An urgent message has been issued to residents of Healesville, as fire activity in the area has increases. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 08:56:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Healesville_residents_remain_alert_302605.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Qld_rail_unions_agree_to_talk_302584.html Rail strikes planned may be called off after unions agreed to talks with Queensland Rail before the industrial umpire. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Qld_rail_unions_agree_to_talk_302584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Karumba_low_on_drinking_water_302583.html A burst pipeline has left the flooded Gulf of Carpentaria town of Karumba with little fresh drinking water. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Karumba_low_on_drinking_water_302583.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Giudice_to_lead_Fair_Work_Australia_302582.html Justice Geoffrey Giudice will head up the federal government's new industrial umpire, Fair Work Australia. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Giudice_to_lead_Fair_Work_Australia_302582.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Greer_labels_govt_as_arsonists_302580.html Outspoken academic Germaine Greer has branded Australian authorities arsonists for failing to carry out regular burn-offs. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Greer_labels_govt_as_arsonists_302580.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Vic_fires_destroyed_1831_homes_302581.html A new assessment has shown almost 2,000 homes were lost in Victoria's bushfires. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Vic_fires_destroyed_1831_homes_302581.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Aboriginals_accuse_PM_of_inaction_302579.html Aborigines have accused Prime Minister Kevin Rudd stands accused of doing nothing to address Aboriginal disadvantage. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Aboriginals_accuse_PM_of_inaction_302579.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Ex-cop_charged_with_murders_302578.html A former police officer has been charged with the murder of Victoria Police informer Terence Hodson. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Ex-cop_charged_with_murders_302578.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Another_big_croc_checked_for_remains_302577.html Another large crocodile is being checked for human remains in far north Queensland, after boy's disappearance. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:27 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Another_big_croc_checked_for_remains_302577.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Babys_cause_of_death_unknown_302576.html A post mortem on a newborn baby found dead at a Sydney rubbish tip has failed to find a cause of death. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:51:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Babys_cause_of_death_unknown_302576.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Man_charged_over_Churchill_fire_302560.html A man's been charged over starting the deadly Churchill bushfire in Gippsland which killed 21 people. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 05:34:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Man_charged_over_Churchill_fire_302560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/RBNZ_confident_funds_will_be_available_302523.html New Zealand banks about to foray back into world markets to raise money they need to continue lending at home. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 02:53:58 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/RBNZ_confident_funds_will_be_available_302523.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Police_hunting_for_arsonists_302520.html Investigators are closing in on arsonists believed to be responsible for bushfires near Melbourne. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 02:47:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Police_hunting_for_arsonists_302520.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Cause_of_death_unknown_for_dumped_baby_302519.html A post mortem on a newborn baby found dead at a Sydney rubbish tip has failed to find a cause of death. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 02:44:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Cause_of_death_unknown_for_dumped_baby_302519.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Stimulus_package_finally_passed_302514.html The federal government's stimulus package has passed the senate following discussions between the government and crossbenchers. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 02:03:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Stimulus_package_finally_passed_302514.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Children_killed_in_Australian_fire_fight_302513.html Children have died during a fire fight between Australian troops and Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan. Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:53:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Children_killed_in_Australian_fire_fight_302513.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Police_have_suspect_in_Ivanhoe_fires_302480.html A man is being sought by police over a scrub fire that threatened houses at East Ivanhoe. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:43:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Police_have_suspect_in_Ivanhoe_fires_302480.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Centrelink_makes_demands_of_fire_victims_302479.html Centrelink has been labelled insensitive after it sent letters to the destroyed homes of bushfire victims. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:42:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Centrelink_makes_demands_of_fire_victims_302479.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Stimulus_negotiations_to_continue_302471.html Independent senator Nick Xenophon has said that he has no set position ahead of a fresh round of stimulus package negotiations. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:07:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Stimulus_negotiations_to_continue_302471.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Bryce_to_visit_Ingham_flood_zone_302472.html Quentin Bryce will fly into Ingham this morning for a first hand look at the region's flood damage. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 23:07:34 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Bryce_to_visit_Ingham_flood_zone_302472.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Fire_survivors_trapped_by_road_blocks_302468.html Bushfire survivors in the tiny community of Narbethong have had to rely on the goodwill of the local pub. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:49:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Fire_survivors_trapped_by_road_blocks_302468.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Twins_lesbian_mums_win_compo_case_302467.html A lesbian couple who said having two IVF babies instead of one damaged their relationship have won $317,000 in compensation. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:49:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Twins_lesbian_mums_win_compo_case_302467.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Apology_useless_without_action-_Rudd_302466.html Last year's apology to the stolen generations risks becoming a dead letter unless the government tackles indigenous disadvantage. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:49:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Apology_useless_without_action-_Rudd_302466.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Hospital_staff_call_Patel_a_liar_302465.html The Patel's commital hearing was told yesterday the former head of surgery was a difficult man who'd lie to families. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:49:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Hospital_staff_call_Patel_a_liar_302465.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Emissions_trading_up_in_the_air_302464.html The federal government called a fresh inquiry into the emissions trading scheme. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:49:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Emissions_trading_up_in_the_air_302464.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Australians_dig_deep_for_fire_victims_302462.html More than 75 million dollars has been raised so far to help individuals and families rebuild their lives. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:47:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Australians_dig_deep_for_fire_victims_302462.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Five_children_die_in_battle_with_Taliban_302461.html Five children appear to have died in a firefight between Australian troops and Taliban insurgents in Afghanistan. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 22:47:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/13/Five_children_die_in_battle_with_Taliban_302461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Drought_increases_in_NSW_302361.html Hot weather and little rainfall last month has increased the area in NSW affected by drought. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:34:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Drought_increases_in_NSW_302361.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/CFA_volunteer_killed_in_house_fire_302359.html A CFA volunteer who spent the week battling bushfires has died in a suspicious house fire in Melbourne. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:21:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/CFA_volunteer_killed_in_house_fire_302359.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Prayers_offered_for_fire_victims_302355.html Prayers have been said for the victims of the devastating fires at a special mass, held at Melbourne's St Patrick's cathedral. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:39:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Prayers_offered_for_fire_victims_302355.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Special_fire_victims_fund_set_up_302354.html Families who have lost loved ones in the Victorian bushfires will receive a $10,000 compassion and bereavement payment. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:39:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Special_fire_victims_fund_set_up_302354.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/GG_visits_fire_ravaged_areas_302353.html The Governor-General has visited the fire zone to offer comfort and support on behalf of all Australians. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 07:39:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/GG_visits_fire_ravaged_areas_302353.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_suspects_cleared_302332.html Two men have been cleared of any wrongdoing, after being detained in relation to the Victoria fires. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:09 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_suspects_cleared_302332.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_breaks_out_in_Melbourne_302331.html A large blaze has broken out at Yarra Bend Park in central Melbourne. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_breaks_out_in_Melbourne_302331.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Diver_loses_arm_after_attack_302330.html A navy clearance diver attacked by a shark in Sydney Harbour has lost a hand and may lose a leg. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:08 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Diver_loses_arm_after_attack_302330.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bracing_for_more_floods_302329.html Residents of Longreach in central Queensland are preparing for floods after the Thomson River broke its banks. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bracing_for_more_floods_302329.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/500_continue_to_fight_Vic_fires_302328.html Around 500 fire-fighters have been working to keep two blazes in VIC apart, after lightning caused spot fires between them. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/500_continue_to_fight_Vic_fires_302328.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Calls_for_warning_system_302327.html A national emergency warning system is needed before the next fire season - Vic Emergency Services Commissioner Bruce Esplin. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Calls_for_warning_system_302327.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Stimulus_rejected_in_Senate_302326.html The Rudd government's $42 billion economic stimulus package has been rejected by parliament. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 06:43:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Stimulus_rejected_in_Senate_302326.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bill_for_disasters_to_hit_180_million_302243.html Suncorp has said that the cost of insurance claims made for the recent bushfires floods is expected to be around $180 million. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 02:09:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bill_for_disasters_to_hit_180_million_302243.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Govt_announces_Vic_fire_memorial_service_302239.html Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has announced a national memorial for the victims of Victoria's savage bushfires. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:46:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Govt_announces_Vic_fire_memorial_service_302239.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Australian_jobless_rate_hits_high_302235.html A slight rise in employment failed to stop the jobless rate jumping to 4.8 per cent. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:21:13 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Australian_jobless_rate_hits_high_302235.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Unemployment_rate_hits_new_high_302231.html A slight rise in employment failed to stop the jobless rate jumping to 4.8 per cent. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:09:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Unemployment_rate_hits_new_high_302231.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Two_arson_suspects_arrested_302230.html There have been two arrests in relation to Victoria's deadly bushfires. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 01:06:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Two_arson_suspects_arrested_302230.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_fighters_successful__overnight_302225.html High temperatures and dry northerly winds are expected in Victoria on Wednesday next week. Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:47:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Fire_fighters_successful__overnight_302225.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Linnell_to_plead_guilty_302133.html It's expected former Victoria Police media director Stephen Linnell will plead guilty when he faces court today. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:31:36 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Linnell_to_plead_guilty_302133.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/NSW_fire_fighters_to_stay_on_302130.html New South Wales's contribution to the Victorian fire fighting effort will continue until at least the end of next week. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:31:03 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/NSW_fire_fighters_to_stay_on_302130.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/American_fire_experts_to_help_out_302149.html 60 American experts are coming to Australia to help in the recovery after the worst bushfires in Victorian history. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:30:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/American_fire_experts_to_help_out_302149.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bryce_to_visit_fire_and_flood_areas_302129.html Governor-General Quentin Bryce will today begin her four-day Australian tour of bushfire and flood affected areas. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:57:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Bryce_to_visit_fire_and_flood_areas_302129.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Flight_delays_if_controllers_strike_302135.html Air traffic controllers have could be moving a step closer to striking. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:29:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Flight_delays_if_controllers_strike_302135.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Climate_policy_change_to_stop_bushfires_302134.html Tim Flannery is urging the government to tighten up its climate change policy following the bushfires in Victoria. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:29:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Climate_policy_change_to_stop_bushfires_302134.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Race_to_clean_up_before_more_rain_hits_302132.html A race against time is underway in the flood-affected north where residents are cleaning up before possible new rainfall. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:29:12 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/12/Race_to_clean_up_before_more_rain_hits_302132.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Unidentified_body_washes_up_302064.html Police can't say whether a body washed up on a Newcastle beach could be that of a woman missing since Friday. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Unidentified_body_washes_up_302064.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Senate_negotiations_stall_302063.html Negotiations on the federal government's $42 billion stimulus plan appear to have stalled. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Senate_negotiations_stall_302063.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/NSW_charge_two_over_fires_302062.html Two teenagers have been charged over a fire near Lithgow, NSW. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/NSW_charge_two_over_fires_302062.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Patel_hearing_continues_302061.html A Queensland court's been told Jayant Patel was loud, opinionated and didn't like taking advice from colleagues. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Patel_hearing_continues_302061.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Millions_of_wildlife_lost_302060.html More than a million native animals may have perished in Victoria's fire inferno, a wildlife expert says. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Millions_of_wildlife_lost_302060.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Three_narrowly_escape_crash_302059.html Three men have had the narrowest of escapes when their car was hit by a train in Sydney. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Three_narrowly_escape_crash_302059.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Flood_victims_deal_with_new_threat_302058.html Six people have contracted flood-related infections in the north Queensland town of Ingham. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Flood_victims_deal_with_new_threat_302058.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Opp_wants_fire_review_302057.html The federal opposition wants parliament to establish a joint select committee to review the deadly Victorian bushfires. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Opp_wants_fire_review_302057.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/City_power_supplies_at_risk_302056.html Fires burning out of control could threaten Melbourne's water and gas supplies. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/City_power_supplies_at_risk_302056.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Up_to_100_lost_at_Marysville_302055.html Victorian premier John Brumby says up to 100 people may have died in the inferno that swept through the town of Marysville. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Up_to_100_lost_at_Marysville_302055.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Baby_found_at_rubbish_tip_302054.html A dead baby boy, just days old and wrapped in a blanket, has been found at a Sydney rubbish tip. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:50 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Baby_found_at_rubbish_tip_302054.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Navy_cancels_diving_302053.html All diving operations at Garden Bay, in Sydney Harbour, have been suspended after a Navy diver was attacked by a shark. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Navy_cancels_diving_302053.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Bogus_charity_collector_sprung_302052.html A man has been charged after he allegedly posed as a charity worker collecting money for the victims of Victoria's bushfires. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Bogus_charity_collector_sprung_302052.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Death_toll_could_reach_300_302051.html There are fears the death toll from Victoria's devastating bushfires could soar as high as 300. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Death_toll_could_reach_300_302051.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Aussie_cricketers_visit_fire_victims_302050.html Australia's cricketers have made a flying visit to bushfire-stricken Victoria today. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:52:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Aussie_cricketers_visit_fire_victims_302050.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Shark_attack_in_Sydney_301971.html A navy diver been injured after he was attacked by what experts believe is a dangerous bull shark, in Sydney Harbour. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:29:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Shark_attack_in_Sydney_301971.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Patel_contract_review_301961.html Jayant Patel was offered a four-year contract only months before the start of a public health inquiry into the surgeon's practices Wed, 11 Feb 2009 03:17:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Patel_contract_review_301961.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Stay-or-go_safety_message_stays_in_place_301939.html Victorian Premier John Brumby says the stay-or-go bushfire advice to householder will stay in place. Wed, 11 Feb 2009 02:18:59 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Stay-or-go_safety_message_stays_in_place_301939.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Rain_to_return_to_Ingham_301851.html Even as Ingham begins to emerge from the mud locals are expecting just one more dry day. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:14:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Rain_to_return_to_Ingham_301851.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Socceroos_to_honour_fire_victims_301840.html Japanese soccer fans will have a chance to give to the Victorian bushfire appeal. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:26:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Socceroos_to_honour_fire_victims_301840.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Cooler_conditions_aid_Vic_fire_crews_301835.html Firefighters are using cool conditions to strengthen control lines around bushfires. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:18:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Cooler_conditions_aid_Vic_fire_crews_301835.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Fielding_demands_stimulus_changes_301825.html Senator Steve Fielding has warned the government he is unlikely to support its $42 billion stimulus package without changes. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:32:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/11/Fielding_demands_stimulus_changes_301825.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/River_of_money_flows_in_for_fire_victims_301804.html Public donations for bushfire victims have topped $30 million in just two days. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:27:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/River_of_money_flows_in_for_fire_victims_301804.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Parliamentary_hostilities_stay_on_hold_301803.html Parliamentary hostilities will remain on hold for another day with question time suspended due to the bushfire tragedies. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Parliamentary_hostilities_stay_on_hold_301803.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Temporary_morgue_set_up_in_Vic_301802.html A temporary morgue has been set up at Victoria's State Coronial Services Centre to accommodate the mounting toll of fire victims. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Temporary_morgue_set_up_in_Vic_301802.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/PM_outlines_army_relief_assistance_301801.html Mr Rudd's outlined Australian Defence Force assistance to the relief operation including more than 450 personnel. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/PM_outlines_army_relief_assistance_301801.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Frustration_for_returning_residents_301800.html Anger and frustration began to boil over on Tuesday as residents demanded they be allowed to return to their homes. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 11:27:43 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Frustration_for_returning_residents_301800.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/More_fires_to_come_with_climate_change_301774.html Environmentalists say Australia will face more terrifying bushfires as climate change takes hold. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:56:25 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/More_fires_to_come_with_climate_change_301774.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Bryces_plea_for_Australian_support_301768.html Governor-General Quentin Bryce has made a plea to Australians to think how they can best help victims of the bushfires. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:23:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Bryces_plea_for_Australian_support_301768.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Fire_authority_will_rebuild_communities_301767.html Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Christine Nixon will head a new bushfire recovery body to help communities rebuild. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:23:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Fire_authority_will_rebuild_communities_301767.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Farmers_gain_flood_disaster_relief_301766.html Flood-affected farmers in north-west Queensland can access discount loans and freight subsidies. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:23:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Farmers_gain_flood_disaster_relief_301766.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Poor_bushfire_communications_-_Brumby_301765.html Communications systems did not work as well as they should have during the devastating Victorian bushfires. Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:23:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Poor_bushfire_communications_-_Brumby_301765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Stay_at_home_policy_under_review_301558.html The NSW Rural Fire Commissioner says a well prepared home is the best place to seek shelter from fires. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:32:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Stay_at_home_policy_under_review_301558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Army_interstate_firies_arrive_in_Vic_301560.html Australia's States and territories are sending firefighters and support personnel to help in Victoria. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:16:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Army_interstate_firies_arrive_in_Vic_301560.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Patel_committal_hearing_continues_301564.html A committal hearing against Doctor Jayant Patel will continue today, over the deaths of three patients at Bundaberg hospital. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:07:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Patel_committal_hearing_continues_301564.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/NSW_fire_arson_punishment_review_301561.html The punishment for those caught deliberately lighting bushfires in NSW could be toughened with an official state review. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:02:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/NSW_fire_arson_punishment_review_301561.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Search_fails_to_find_boy_seen_near_croc_301559.html A search has failed to find any trace of a five year old boy believed taken by a crocodile in Queensland. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 20:02:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Search_fails_to_find_boy_seen_near_croc_301559.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Stay_at_home_policy_under_review_301535.html The NSW Rural Fire Commissioner says a well prepared home is the best place to seek shelter from fires. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:17:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Stay_at_home_policy_under_review_301535.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Gang_of_ATM_raiders_strikes_again_301554.html A gang of ATM raiders has struck again, blowing up a cash machine in Sydney's south. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:12:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Gang_of_ATM_raiders_strikes_again_301554.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Sea_Shepherd_fed_up_with_whalers_301540.html The anti-whaling group the sea shepherd says it is ending their harassment of Japanese whalers in the Antarctic for the season. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Sea_Shepherd_fed_up_with_whalers_301540.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Employment_outlook_hits_20_year_low_301539.html A new survey shows the outlook for employment growth has slumped to its lowest level in 20 years. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Employment_outlook_hits_20_year_low_301539.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Croatian_police_to_analyse_footage_301538.html Croatian police say they will analyse camera footage taken outside the nightclub where Britt Lapthorne was last seen alive. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Croatian_police_to_analyse_footage_301538.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Senate_stimulus_inquiry_to_reconvene_301537.html The Senate inquiry into the federal government's $42 billion stimulus package will continue today. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Senate_stimulus_inquiry_to_reconvene_301537.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Qld_towns_begin_clean_up_from_floods_301536.html The massive job of cleaning up the flood ravaged town of Ingham in north Queensland will begin today. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Qld_towns_begin_clean_up_from_floods_301536.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Brumby_warns_of_worse_to_come_301534.html Victorian Premier John Brumby says the state's bushfire emergency will get worse before it gets better. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:09:52 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/Brumby_warns_of_worse_to_come_301534.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/171_killed_by_Victorian_fires_301529.html Victoria Police on Tuesday confirmed that 181 people have perished in the bushfires across the state. Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:47:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/10/171_killed_by_Victorian_fires_301529.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Victorias_hospitals_coping_with_influx_301274.html The Alfred Hospital, which specialises in burns victims, has taken 20 patients, nine are critical. Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:32:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Victorias_hospitals_coping_with_influx_301274.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Brumbys_grim_warning_of_days_ahead_301264.html Victorian Premier John Brumby has likened the fires endured by his state as 'hell on earth'. Sun, 08 Feb 2009 21:08:39 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Brumbys_grim_warning_of_days_ahead_301264.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Ninety-three_dead_as_fires_rage_on_301216.html 130 people have been killed by bushfires in Victoria. Sun, 08 Feb 2009 18:47:00 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/09/Ninety-three_dead_as_fires_rage_on_301216.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/08/Troops_to_help_in_horrific_bushfires_301083.html The Australian army will be brought in to help in the worst bushfires in Victoria's history. Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:14:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/National/2009/02/08/Troops_to_help_in_horrific_bushfires_301083.html