Easter news headlines

Kaison Greaves, known as Kai, nine, died in the freak accident South West Rocks north of Port Macquarie, on the Mid North Coast of NSW.

His death comes after six people died and one person remains missing in what authorities have described as an "absolutely horrific" weekend.

Some men even married multiple wives in the ceremony, as is tradition in the country.

He drew wild cheers and applause as he continued his recovery from a near-fatal bout of double pneumonia.

Both the prime minister and opposition leader issued Easter messages during the holiday weekend after a busy three weeks of campaigning ahead of the federal election.

While some states start the weekend with clear skies, others will be subject to cloudy storm conditions. 

Amid a cost-of-living crisis, Australians are still predicted to spend big this Easter.

If you're in the mood for a drink over the long weekend, here's what you need to know.

Major chains including Coles, Woolworths, Bunnings, and Aldi, will be operating on a different schedule state to state.

New data showing a surge in family violence over Easter has prompted a police warning to look out for loved ones during the holiday period.

The frustrating practice of "ghost camping" – which is when travellers book multiple free camping spots but fail to turn up – is hurting small businesses this Easter.

A single entry from Queensland claimed the entire $70 million Oz Lotto jackpot but it was split by 15 people who bought shares in the syndicate at different newsagents from Townsville to the Gold Coast.

The advice for motorists is fill up now. Here are the prices in every capital city.

Double demerits will apply across New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory and Western Australian.

The NSW Department of Education is monitoring the matter after the school principal raised an official complaint.

An estimated 15 million Australians will stock up on Easter chocolate in the coming week.

Find out how Australia's major stores are operating across the long weekend.

Compare the Market says prices are up on average about 10 per cent this Easter, but there are ways to stretch your dollar.

Here's what you need to know about which days you get off on the Easter long weekend this year.

The change comes as a significant increase in the price of cocoa drives up the cost of chocolate products.

The Vatican have made alternative plans for Ash Wednesday next week, as doctors suggested Pope Francis had overcome the most critical phase of the infection but held out on declaring him out of danger entirely.

Here's a full list of the public holidays in each state and territory for 2024 and 2025.

For one long-time Australian favourite, the festive season is almost over.

The long weekend gets even longer in this state - but not for everybody.

Christians around the world celebrated Easter in different ways, from vigils and parades to processions and egg hunts. Here is a glimpse into how the world marked Easter 2024.

Several people have been killed and injured in crashes across the country.

Here's what the weather will be like in your state from Good Friday to Easter Monday.

‌The introduction of public holiday penalty rates on Easter Sunday has placed hospitality venues in a quandary.

South Australians have been flocking to shopping precincts to stock up on Easter supplies ahead of the long weekend.

Heavy queues are expected at the major airports, with 100,000 people expected to pass through Sydney alone.

The drastic move comes after Australia's beleaguered physical money transit company rejected a $26 million lifeline.

The Easter long weekend is almost upon us, and plenty of Aussies will be out and about on the nation's roads.

Buckingham Palace said Charles and Camilla will be accompanied by members of the royal family at St George's Chapel.

But unfortunately for motorists, the price reprieve will be short-lived.

The service marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most sacred week in the church's calendar.

A state by state guide to Australia's Good Friday and Easter Sunday alcohol restrictions.

Coles has warned the Easter-themed toys may pose a choking risk due to faulty stitching.

The pleasing news for fans of the Royal Easter Show, is that this year's iteration of show foods again raises the bar on stick based food technology.

Australia's airport firefighters could strike during the Easter long weekend, heavily affecting nationwide travel plans.

Here's a state-by-state (and territory) guide to the Easter weekend public holidays in Australia.

The Easter favourite has landed in supermarkets across the country despite the event being 96 days away.

A man dubbed "the Easter bunny" by police has been sentenced to 18 months in jail for stealing 200,000 chocolate eggs.

Vicki Roycroft fell from her horse during a showjumping competition in the main arena in April.

Jewellery worth $100,000 was stolen from an antiques shop in a small NSW town over Easter, leaving the business owner "devastated"

The Easter long weekend rush home has begun, with major traffic headaches across multiple states.

The pontiff renewed calls for global peace during the high point of the Christian calendar.

Some of the victims managed to escape into a swimming pool to relieve their burns.

Aussies are in for a chilly Easter long weekend with below-average temperatures and scattered showers tipped for much of the country.

Despite chilly conditions, here's how Australian's celebrated their Easter long weekend.

Volunteers at a Salvation Army store in one Adelaide suburb have been left to pick up the mess left behind by thieves, causing Easter heartbreak for the charity.