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Valerie's disappearance on South Australia's Kangaroo Island unleashed a 529-day hunt. She dodged rescue attempts and traps and had some wondering whether the sausage dog was mocking them and having the time of her life.
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Sarah Kopp's life was up-ended when a charismatic teacher twice her age started grooming her. Then they married and had children. When she sought justice 20 years on, she faced an impossible choice.
How the quest to make the perfect croissant saved Kate’s life
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A Facebook post offering women $55,000 to build their first home looked like a scam. But 15 women took the chance to go from homeless to home owner.
The 'evil drug' and court case that almost broke Alex Lloyd
In 2001, Alex Lloyd broke through with his massive hit Amazing, a song that led to the best and then the worst time of his life. Now he's getting his life back on track.
DIY poo transplant leads to 'miraculous' mental health change
After 18 years with bipolar 1 disorder, an Australian woman's life has been changed by a poo transplant from her partner.