Moderate quake strikes Indonesia
A moderate 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's North Maluku province, the meteorology and geophysics agency said, but no tsunami warning was issued. abc.net.au |
Shearer pleads guilty to drink-driving
Former Australian rugby league player Dale Shearer was fined $1,000 and disqualified from driving for 12 months after pleading guilty to drink-driving yesterday. abc.net.au |
Drunk woman crashes car with 7 passengers under 15
Police in Melbourne are in disbelief at what they say is a complete disregard for road safety with a woman being caught driving under the influence and with seven passengers all under the age of 15. abc.net.au |
Web of drugs within easy reach
ONLINE drug dealers are making a mark in the Australian drug trade with chemicals far stronger than some sold on the street. heraldsun.com.au |
Carbon price to cushion big bills
HOUSEHOLDS are certain to face higher electricity bills but will get compensation only if Australia puts a price on carbon, says PM. heraldsun.com.au |