The Resurrection of Donald Trump | 60 Minutes Australia

Feb 4, 2024 | To loyal Trump supporters, their candidate can do no wrong. Donald Trump's 2024 run for the White House seems unstoppable despite all the controversies.

The Mystery Surrounding the Suspicious Deaths of Russian Oligarchs | 60 Minutes Australia

Nov 26, 2023 | Russian oligarchs and prominent politicians are suddenly dying - falling out of windows, getting poisoned or being involved of a plane crash. Before their deaths, they happen to have spoken out against Russian leader Vladimir Putin. But their deaths have not been traced back to the regime.

Catching a Notorious Stalker Tormenting Women Online | 60 Minutes Australia

Jul 9, 2023 | It’s a crime so malicious it’s difficult to understand how anyone could even think of it. It began innocently when a Brisbane flight attendant, Jess, had a chance meeting on an aeroplane with the Australian actor Lincoln Lewis.

However, unknown to both of them at the time, this harmless encounter would set off a catastrophic chain of events. Somehow, someone with a particularly warped mind got wind of their friendship, and using social media, assumed Lincoln Lewis’ identity, then tricked the young woman into a dangerous long-distance relationship. For more than a decade Jess and other helpless victims lived in fear as they were constantly stalked and harassed.

But when detectives finally caught the culprit there was another startling twist. As Tara Brown reports, it’s little wonder police now describe this as Australia’s worst case of “cat fishing”..


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Is Vladimir Putin’s Power Coming to an End? | 60 Minutes Australia

Jul 2, 2023 | For 24 years there was no dispute about who was the boss in Russia. Vladimir Putin seemed to proudly wear the label of the world’s most feared strongman. But last weekend, all of sudden, his iron rule was challenged. Putin stumbled and for the first time appeared weak and vulnerable.

The man threatening to topple the Russian tyrant was Yevgeny Prigozhin, arguably an even nastier piece of work than Putin himself. As the head of the Wagner group, he controls the brutal mercenaries who have been fighting alongside Russian forces in the illegal war against Ukraine. Tom Steinfort reports that what worries the world now is figuring out what Prigozhin’s next move could be. And where.

Is There a Meaningful Solution to Stopping Scammers and Financial Fraud? | 60 Minutes Australia

Jul 2, 2023 | Falling victim to a scammer is an awful feeling. It’s not only the theft of money or personal information that stings, the thought of being tricked by lowlife crooks is enough to enrage anyone. Statistics show more than 95 per cent of Australians are exposed to telephone, text and internet scams each year. Even more alarming is the amount of money these thieves are stealing from us. Last year it exceeded three billion dollars.

Russia-Ukraine War: The Women Standing Up against Vladimir Putin | 60 Minutes Australia

Jun 25, 2023 | He has killed thousands of soldiers and civilians and flattened countless towns and villages, but 17 months on from his illegal invasion of the Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is still a long way from victory. It’s a major embarrassment for the Russian bully, who originally expected to win the war within days.

And now, along with the defiant Ukrainian forces, Putin is also facing other formidable foes. Tom Steinfort travels to north-eastern Europe to meet a group of fearless females, including the prime ministers of Finland and Estonia, who despite the dangers are bravely standing up to the dictator, determined to play their part in his defeat.

China’s Illegal Police Stations in 53 Countries around the World | 60 Minutes Australia

Jun 18, 2023 | It’s well known that China won’t stand for any criticism. There, opponents of the communist regime are simply not tolerated. But it seems Beijing now thinks it also has the right to ignore international borders and silence dissent anywhere it sees fit. Around the world it’s setting up illegal outposts called “Chinese Overseas Police Service Stations”, and as the name implies, the objective of these offices is clear. Our law enforcement agencies deny there are any of these stations in Australia, even though Chinese authorities openly publicise their existence.

But as Tara Brown reports in a special 60 MINUTES investigation, that’s not the end of the intimidation. China is also using disgraceful new tactics to target Australians who dare to speak out.

Inside Prince Harry’s Tumultuous Court Case and Meghan Markle Marriage Woes | 60 Minutes Australia

Jun 11, 2023 | Spare a thought for the spare. Prince Harry has endured a hell of a week explaining his hell of a life to a judge in a London court. He claims that for years the English tabloids harassed and hounded him into misery by hiring private eyes to constantly follow him, as well as hacking his phone to get the scoop on his secrets. Harry says he’s now had enough, and it must stop.

But as Sarah Abo reports, for a man who has recently released a money-making autobiography and given multiple television interviews spilling the dirt on his famous family’s squabbles, Harry’s demand to hold the newspapers to account could just as easily be seen as a case of breathtaking hypocrisy.

Australia: Is the British Monarchy Still Relevant? | 60 Minutes Australia

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Margaret Thatcher (1988): The Woman at Number 10

July 1988 | Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher agreed to speak to Richard Carleton just before she left 10 Downing Street for her visit to Australia in 1988. This exclusive interview was Mrs Thatcher's first appearance on 60 Minutes since her famous, 'Who says I'm pig-headed' clash with George Negus in 1981. | Producer: Gareth Harvey

Update: Theranos Founder Elizabeth Holmes Sentenced to 11 Years in Jail | 60 Minutes Australia

Nov 20, 2022 | The Bloody Lie 2022 | For more than a decade Elizabeth Holmes spun a despicable bloody lie. She told the world she’d invented a medical miracle. It was a machine which, with a tiny drop of blood, could almost instantly diagnose myriad diseases. Holmes promised to revolutionise healthcare, and in doing so fooled many wealthy investors. It led to her becoming a darling of Silicon Valley and an inspirational billionaire. But when whistle-blowers started questioning her claims, Holmes’ fairytale, along with her company Theranos, was destroyed. Earlier this year, Elizabeth Holmes was found guilty of fraud. Now it’s judgement day as she discovers her punishment.

Mormons Accused of Ripping Off Taxpayers by Hundreds of Millions of Dollars | 60 Minutes Australia

Oct 30, 2022 | Once famous – or infamous – for its stance on polygamy, these days the Mormon Church is better known for its earnest young missionaries who doorknock our suburbs promising enlightenment. But on 60 MINUTES, enlightenment about a subject the Mormon Church wants to keep secret: serious accusations that Mormons in Australia have been able to draw on $400 million in tax deductions not lawfully available to followers of other religions. It’s alleged by church whistle-blowers that the Mormon books are being cooked in an elaborate tax dodge. As Tom Steinfort reports, this is money Australia could well use, but despite the federal government’s bluster about cracking down on waste and rorting, so far it has done nothing.

Sneak Peek: Cooking the Book of Mormon | 60 Minutes Australia

God’s work or downright dodgy? Sunday on #60Mins, why the Mormon Church is accused of ripping off Australian taxpayers to the tune of hundreds of millions of dollars.

Exclusive Interview with Ukraine's Heroic First Lady | 60 Minutes Australia

In what's likely an indication he knows he's losing, last Wednesday Russian dictator Vladimir Putin drastically upped his rhetoric in the war he started against Ukraine. He announced he was mobilising three hundred thousand reservists to join the fight and threatened he was prepared to use nuclear weapons. Putin's desperate actions have been condemned around the world. For Ukrainians, despite being battered by seven months of fighting, their resolve to boot the Russian forces out remains as strong as ever. It's largely thanks to inspirational leader, President Volodymr Zelensky, but now we want to introduce you to his inspiration - his wife, the equally heroic First Lady Olena Zelenska.

Queen Consort Camilla: The Emerging Star of the New-look Royal Family | 60 Minutes Australia

Sep 18, 2022 Her funeral will take place at Westminster Abbey tomorrow, but for many of us Queen Elizabeth’s death still feels surreal. After such long service, not having her as the head of the royal family will surely take some getting used to. It begins with retraining our brains Charles is now a king, not a prince; something many a commentator has fumbled these past few days. For the new monarch, juggling immense private grief one moment, essential public duty the next, has been challenging. But by his side all the way has been his most trusted and closest confidante – King Charles’ wife, now Queen Consort Camilla.

Does King Charles III Have What It Takes to Wear the Crown? | 60 Minutes Australia

It doesn’t make the end of Queen Elizabeth’s magnificent reign any less sad, but three days on from her death, there are fewer tears and instead more applause and heartfelt thanks for her service. 70 years in the job not only redefines the idea of devotion to duty, it also guarantees Her Majesty will be remembered as one of the most admired women who’s ever lived. Now attention turns to her successor. The Queen’s eldest son, now King Charles III, has spent his entire life preparing for the mighty role he’s inherited. But as Tara Brown reports, many people are already questioning how comfortably the Crown will fit him.

Remembering Olivia Newton-John | 60 Minutes Australia

Aug 14, 2022 A singer, actor and a campaigner who raised millions to find a cure for cancer. Olivia Newton-John didn't waste a moment of her 73 years, but there was also always time for her greatest love, her family. Three years ago, Olivia invited 60 Minutes to her ranch in southern California for what turned out to be one of her last Australian interviews.

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Exposing Nigerian Online Love Scammers | 60 Minutes Australia

Jul 16, 2019 Most of us have figured out by now, that transferring our life savings into a Nigerian bank account is a mug's game. We know there's no royal fortune. No multi-million dollar return. In fact, no hope of ever seeing our money again. Maybe that's why the men behind those dodgy emails have moved on to scams that are more sophisticated and far more callous. Now they don't just bankrupt their victims, they break their hearts as well. So we decided to take them on at their own game. We set up a sting of our own and it wasn't long before the sharks took the bait.



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Failure after Failure: Private Hospitals’ Appalling Treatment of Pregnant Mum | 60 Minutes Australia

IAug 7, 2022 If you believe when it comes to hospital care, going private beats going public, it might be time to think again. 37-year-old Annie Moylan was fit, healthy, and 18 weeks pregnant with her second child, very happy. When she got sick with a fever she didn't hesitate to go to a nearby private hospital in Melbourne for treatment. And why not? It was brand new. But what happened next was appalling. Failure after failure. Annie didn't get better; she and her unborn child, died. On assignment for 60 MINUTES, the Today Show's Christine Ahern reports on a tragic series of mistakes that will make you seethe with anger.

Bully or Bullied? The New Royal Scandal Surrounding Meghan Markle | 60 Minutes Australia

Jul 31, 2022 Buckingham Palace is full of ornate decor but its most useful treasure is its magnificently woven carpet. It's perfect to sweep royal scandals under. The latest one involves serious allegations the Duchess of Sussex intimidated and belittled her staffers. When the claims were first reported, the palace announced it was conducting an enquiry, but now it's said it won't release the findings. That's left many wondering what was uncovered. Could it be that the facts really reveal instead of being the bully, Meghan is actually the one who's been bullied?