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People pictured attending Stations of the Cross on Good Friday at Saint Mary's Cathedral. Picture NewsWire / Monique Harmer

EASTERHuge crowds as Aussies mark Good Friday

Australians have embraced Good Friday traditions as thousands attend church services, queue at fish markets and get away for the long weekend – with one major appeal raising more than $3m.

Georgia Palgan

Kailis in Leederville was open early for their customers. Matt Kailis. Sandra Jackson

WA NewsVideoCommentsPremiumFresh fish still on the menu this Good Friday

West Australian families are keeping the tradition of eating fish on Good Friday alive, however, the feast looks a little different this year with many buying seafood from other parts of the country. 

Claire Sadler

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NewsPremiumEaster long weekend: Double demerits now in force for drivers

Double demerit points are now in effect in New South Wales, Western Australia and the ACT over the Easter long weekend.

Damion Smy

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NewsPremiumMelbourne’s hoons on notice as new noise cameras announced

Following a two-year trial in Sydney, Melbourne is now set to begin a trial of special cameras designed to target hoon behaviour.

Ben Zachariah

Businesses will have to pay up to 250 per cent more in staffing costs over the April long weekends. NewsWire / John Appleyard

FINANCEPremiumRidiculous amount Aussies to pay this Easter

Hospitality businesses warn of potential weekend closures as penalty rates force them to charge Australians millions in holiday surcharges.

Cameron Micallef

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NewsPremium2027 Mercedes-Benz GLS: ‘S-Class of SUVs’ gets major facelift

Mercedes-Benz's largest SUV has received a high-tech upgrade inside and out, like its smaller GLE sibling.

William Stopford

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NewsPremiumLand Rover Defender recalled

The current Land Rover Defender has been called back to workshops due to potentially faulty rear seatbelt anchors.

Marton Pettendy

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NewsPremiumHow to pack for a long-weekend road trip

SPONSORED: It’s the Easter long weekend, so here’s how to pack your car before you hit the road – if you haven’t already.

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Read what your zodiac sign predicts for your day.

StarsPremiumYour horoscope for Friday, April 3, 2026

Read what your zodiac sign predicts for your day.

Kim Fairminer

2026 Toyota C-HR+: Quick drive

ReviewPremium2026 Toyota C-HR+ review: Quick drive

The electric C-HR+ isn’t just a bigger battery shoved into the small hybrid SUV we already know; it’s a bespoke EV that leverages an existing name.

Dave Humphreys

WA Farmers Chief Executive Officer Trevor Whittington said it was one of the worst outbreaks that threatened $1bn worth of grain production. Zoe Phillips

ENVIRONMENTPlague-level epidemic threatening state

An animal nearing plague-level numbers in one Aussie state is putting a billion-dollar industry under threat – with calls for urgent action.

Emma Kirk

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NEWSState’s ‘concerning’ mozzie virus warning

Health authorities have issued a warning over a mosquito-borne disease, after “concerning activity was detected in one state ahead of Easter.

Georgia Palgan

The Easter Bunny is set to bring a mixed bag of weather to WA this long weekend, from thunderstorms to sunshine expected across the state.

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Thunderstorm to lash WA heading into Easter long weekend

The Easter Bunny is set to bring a mixed bag of weather to WA this long weekend, from thunderstorms to sunshine expected across the state.

Katherine Kraayvanger

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NewsPremiumFuel prices cut again in Australia after GST deal

Motorists will pay 5.7 cents less per litre after Australia’s states and territories agree to pool GST revenue to fund the reduction.

Damion Smy

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NewsPremiumBMW claims 2026 World Car of the Year, Hyundai and Mazda also recognised

The BMW iX3 is this year’s WCOTY, while the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N claimed the performance car gong and the Mazda 6e claimed the design award.

Marton Pettendy

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NewsPremium2027 Subaru Getaway revealed: There can be only two Toyota Highlander EVs

Subaru has revealed its fourth-ever EV. Enter the Getaway, a three-row SUV with nearly 500km of driving range and blistering performance.

Max Davies

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CourtGran’s alleged link to best-selling author

A grandmother has been charged with producing and distributing child exploitation material in connection with an acclaimed author.

Emma Kirk

Another Covid strain is circulating worldwide. NewsWire / Adam Yip

NewsAlert as ‘Cicada’ Covid strain spreads

Medical experts say it’s not time to panic despite a new strain of the Covid virus detected in other countries landing on Australian shores.

Alexandra Feiam

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NewsPremiumHyundai ute previewed by rugged Boulder Concept

With a ladder frame, 37-inch all-terrain tyres and a boxy body, the Boulder Concept previews the brand’s upcoming pickup.

Damion Smy

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NewsPremium2027 Subaru Forester Wilderness Hybrid revealed as brand’s most rugged hybrid yet

Subaru has more efficient hybrids and more rugged Wilderness editions, and now it has combined the two with the latest Forester.

William Stopford

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UPDATEDWeeks for refund after Easter Show app chaos

Parents who loaded money onto the pre-pay app for the Sydney Royal Easter Show have been warned it will be weeks before they get their money back.

Andrew Hedgman and Blair Jackson

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NewsPremium2027 Hyundai Staria, Staria Load prices: Hybrid joins van and MPV ranges, EV on the way

Hybrid and electric powertrains join a revamped Hyundai Staria lineup with revised styling, more kit, and diesel power remaining – for now.

Damion Smy

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NewsToy urgently pulled from Easter showbags

Safety bosses have revealed just what won’t be inside showbags at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

David Hannant

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NewsPremium2026 Mitsubishi Triton prices: Ute range gets upgraded suspension, fewer manual options

The Mitsubishi Triton has received revised suspension and new tech, but there's now just one variant left with a manual transmission.

Damion Smy