Tuesday headlines

07 Jan 2014

Thousands are still without power after severe storms hit southeast Queensland late yesterday. In international news, Michael Schumacher remains in a stable but critical condition.

Thousands without power in aftermath of storms

Thousands of people remain without power after severe storms hit Queensland’s southeast yesterday. The storms brought winds of up to 100 kilometres per hour, lightning and pouring rain. ABC News has all the details.

Thieves steal vintage race car

A vintage race car worth $320,000 has been stolen in Melbourne’s Rowville. The car was once raced by Australian Formula One champion Jack Brabham. Read more.

Bikies call truce

The Hells Angels and Comanchero bikie gangs have called a truce after a series of drive-by shootings. There had been a high level of friction between the Melbourne chapters of the two gangs. Five alleged Victorian members are behind bars after they were caught on the Gold Coast. News.com.au has more.

Schumacher shows slight improvement

Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has shown slight improvement, eight days after a skiing accident that left him with life-threatening injuries. Schumacher remains in a stable but critical condition. ABC News has more.

US freezes and temperatures continue to plummet

According to meteorologists, at least 32 states in the US Midwest are in the path of an icy vortex of Arctic air, pushing extreme wind chills and heavy snow into the area. The temperature is expected to plummet as low as minus 51 degrees Celsius in some states. Read more.

Man becomes stuck in a washing machine

A man in country Victoria has gotten himself stuck in a washing machine while playing hide and seek. Emergency services were called and managed to free the man after 20 minutes. Watch the video on News.com.au