The tragic death of NSW central coast teenager Matthew Appleby shows the danger of
swimming alone in unpatrolled areas, even for strong swimmers, lifesavers say.

Victorian Premier John Brumby got off to a false start in the race to the polls,
endeavouring to talk himself hoarse a day before the official campaign launch on

Controversy surrounded the start of So You Think's spring campaign when trainer Bart
Cummings was forced to reveal the Cox Plate winner had undergone a throat operation.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard is backing favourite So You Think to win Tuesday's
Melbourne Cup.
Ms Gillard on Monday took a few minutes out of the busy schedule of her first Asian

A body has washed up on a NSW central coast beach near the town where missing
teenager Matthew Appleby disappeared.

Home Affairs Minister Brendan O'Connor has hailed customs and police officers for
executing Australia's fifth biggest heroin bust, saying it had prevented "untold

Ten Network Holdings Ltd says it will offer James Packer and Lachlan Murdoch seats
on the free-to-air broadcaster's board.

Star recruit Greg Inglis was a no show at Broncos pre-season training on Monday as
his battle to officially leave Melbourne dragged on.

Regional Express Holdings Ltd (Rex) says it is concerned by a Senate enquiry's
suggestions requiring all Australian airline pilots to have a minimum of 1500 hours
flying time.

West Coast coach John Worsfold has given his band of young players 12 months to
prove their worth as the club attempts to erase the memories of their failed 2010
AFL season.