Top Stories – Friday, October 16 2015
Centrelink has revealed it has chased the estates of more than 500 dead people over robo-debts. Photo: AAP
Divers capture rare footage of ‘The Swimming Head’
Swimmers mistake them for sharks. But this playful 1000kg marine monster is actually the heaviest bony fish in the sea Read more
The Verdict isn’t the show we need, it’s the one we deserve
Before you take pot shots at the unpopular panel show, consider that it could reflect elements of our society we aren’t so proud of Read more
Fifteen things you don’t know about Hillary Clinton
She’s led a public life, but still has plenty of secrets. Here’s what you don’t know about the favourite in the race for US president Read more
Kyrgios cops an absolute pummelling from SA royalty
What started out as name-calling between sports stars has escalated – big time. And you should see the things they’re saying about Nick Read more
Government’s ‘short-sighted’ welfare card could be ‘dangerous’
Experts worry a plan to sober up Aboriginal communities by restricting their cash could make things worse. But not everyone agrees Read more
The glaring hole in Scott Morrison’s plan for the economy
There’s a key word missing from the Treasurer’s “work, save and invest” slogan. And it’s something he needs to learn fast Read more
The winner of the 2015 Caulfield Cup won’t be an Aussie horse
With so many quality international horses in Melbourne, Saturday’s $3 million race might be a sign of things to come Read more
This chicken has a Twitter account. Seriously, we’re not joking
It’s probably one of the most ridiculous promotional efforts, but an Aussie fast food chain is teaching a chicken to use social media Read more
How Keeping Up with the Kardashians turned into a tragedy
The lighthearted reality show suddenly became an examination of substance abuse, sexuality, divorce, parenting and mental health Read more