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  1. Converse forced to apologise following backlash over ad that depicted ‘KKK undertones’

    ‘We’re sorry. We understand why this image is deeply upsetting and recognise that we got this wrong.’

  2. Chinese luxury brand Hongqi targets Range Rover in Australia

    The local boss of Hongqi, which will be known as HQ in Australia, says the brand will take market share from established luxury players including Mercedes-Benz, Range Rover and BMW.

  3. Affordable Chinese GM models firming for Australian launch

    GM's more budget-friendly Wuling brand, part of a joint venture with MG parent SAIC, appears to be heading to Australia.

  4. 2027 Ford Transit Custom PHEV, E-Transit Custom prices cut

    Price cuts apply across the electrified Transit Custom range, while the E-Transit Custom gains a larger battery and all versions add onboard power.

  5. Land Rover Defender pickup revealed

    But this one is for military only, as JLR develops the first Defender pickup for public consumption.

  6. Coogee shark attack survivor Leah Stewart reveals skin graft has failed in heartbreaking recovery update

    More than three months after losing her arm in a great white shark attack, the young mum has shared a devastating update on her recovery.

  7. Qld man charged over alleged $90k bribe to corrupt Bangladesh murder investigation

    A Queensland man is accused of funnelling money to Bangladesh in an attempt to tamper with a suspicious death investigation.

  8. The five Brownlow looks everyone’s still talking about

    From racy embellishments and to late entries, these are the fashion moments everyone’s still discussing the morning after AFL’s big night.

  9. 2028 Nissan X-Trail e-Power: Next-generation SUV previewed as Rogue Hybrid

    The new Nissan X-Trail is likely still a while away from an Australian launch, but its Rogue twin has been detailed in the US.

  10. Porsche Cayenne Electric bringing new customers to the performance car brand

    Porsche's first electric Cayenne is pitched as a new-generation large SUV that happens to be an EV, but most of its customers are new to the brand.