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Melissa Buttigieg is a News Reporter based in Melbourne, Australia. Before joining Yahoo News Australia in 2016, Melissa was a reporter and sub-editor for newspapers across Melbourne and regional Queensland, and has also worked in PR. She also runs a zine distro in her spare time.
Yahoo News AustraliaMissing campers found dead in their car in Victorian bush
The two young campers missing in Victoria's west Gippsland area have been found dead, police confirmed.
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'It seemed the only option': R U OK? Day founder shares his own haunting suicide note
The man who founded charity R U OK? Day, Graeme Cowan, shares his own haunting suicide note from 15 years ago.
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Four years and $100,000: Couple's struggle to have a baby
After 16 rounds of IVF costing $100,000, this Melbourne couple was finally 'blessed' with a baby boy.
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How gang member with swastika face tattoos is turning his life around
A convicted New Zealand gang member is hoping to help others by steering them away from using drugs.
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How teen sexually abused by her stepfather hid dark secret
Annie Jones was just 13-years-old when she was abused by a man she trusted.
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Driver's 'harsh' penalty for seemingly innocent act
A Sydney driver thought she'd come up with a cheeky hack to help block out the sun but police weren't impressed.
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Collectables confusion as shopper finds Woolworths Discovery Garden in store 'early'
A Queensland shopper has shared photos of the Woolworths Discovery Garden promotion available in store ahead of the official launch.
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Toyah Cordingley's dad shares heartbreaking Father’s Day tribute after daughter’s murder
Dad of murdered Queensland woman Toyah Cordingley shares precious photos on his first Father’s Day without her.
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How a man named Courtney is helping women overcome gender bias
Courtney's three-year-old came home from daycare with a Father's Day present addressed to his wife Rhyse instead.
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Trainee pilot forced to land plane after instructor collapses mid-air
A student pilot was forced to take control and land a plane after his instructor collapsed during his first lesson.
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Why you could cop a hefty fine for watering your garden
If you're caught breaking these strict rules, you could be slapped with a fine of up to $550.
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'I was scared': Residents' warning over night-time 'charity door knockers'
The Smith Family was forced to suspend collectors after reports of 'rude' charity door-knockers asking to use the bathroom in Melbourne.
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Powerball results Australia: Are you $60m richer?
The winning numbers for Thursday night's $60 million Powerball draw have been revealed.
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Mysterious shape caught on traffic camera sparks wild theories
An infrared camera capturing a mysterious flash of light on Queensland's Bruce Highway has set conspiracy theorists buzzing.
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How alcoholic dad who thought he was a 'goner' turned his life around
Mark's alcohol addiction became a 'nightmare' that he felt powerless to wake up from, drinking two bottles of wine every day.
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Five vegan myths busted: The plant-based foods that may surprise you
You might be surprised to learn some animal-based foods are just as nutrient rich as their vegan alternatives.
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The mobile phone app making everyday Aussies unlikely heroes
A smartphone app connects an army of everyday Australians to someone nearby needing life-saving medical help.
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'Absolutely awful': Dog dies just one hour after swimming in 'toxic' lake
Sweet border collie Arya 'had the best day' at the lake, but within hours she was dead.
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'Biggest loss': Dogs' play day at pond turns into tragedy
Within minutes of leaving the pond they were playing at the three dogs suffered seizures and later died.
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'A lot of love': Gay couple turn to crowdfunding to raise $25,000 for IVF
The New Zealand couple have been married for a year but do not have access to government funded IVF.