Alleged drunk mum had nine kids in car
The youngest of the children was estimated to be as young as 3 months old.
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Hamilton shopkeeper bashed during armed robbery
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Ute rolls causing traffic jam near Hampton Downs
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Bridge jumper in critical condition
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Mass power cut puts thousands in the dark
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