National home price hit a new record high in 2025
Home prices around the nation increased slightly in December to a new record high of $880,000 as Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth led the charge.
Australia makes list of 2025’s costliest climate events
From catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles to devastating floods in Asia, it's been a tough year of climate extremes and their economic burdens.
Offshore Wind Farms Emerge as Unexpected Marine Sanctuaries, Boosting Fish Populations
New research has confirmed that offshore wind farms are doing more than generating renewable energy; they are functioning as effective artificial reefs that significantly boost local fish populations.
Business chief urges action on racism, anti-Semitism
The outgoing chair of one of the world's biggest commercial explosives makers has pointed to the Bondi massacre as an example of the need to "contain" racism.
Trump says US to ‘run Venezuela’ after Maduro captured
Venezuela's autocratic President Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores will "soon face the full wrath of American justice" after being deposed by US forces.
‘I let my family down’: Neale’s Lions future clouded
Dual Brisbane premiership star Lachie Neale's AFL future beyond 2026 remains unclear amid a public marriage breakdown leading to him quitting as Lions captain.
Far north braces for drenching as monsoon closes in
Residents are bracing for widespread rain as a monsoon trough inches across the far north with fears of isolated rainfall totals of up to 700mm.
Australians focus on peace as they ring in the new year
New Year's Eve revellers have had a moment of silent reflection for the Bondi victims before enjoying brilliant firework displays across the county.
Hope, kindness celebrated on bittersweet Christmas
Australians have been urged to come together and look after each other during a holiday season tainted by a shooting at the nation's most iconic beach.
Body found in search for miner trapped underground
Emergency crews have found the body of a worker a day after a roof collapsed at an underground coalmine, in one of two separate deadly mining incidents.
Magpies paralysed as illness strikes swooper-stars
An unknown illness has left a wildlife hospital overwhelmed with injured magpies, while across the country a mysterious outbreak is killing the songbirds.
Man dies in floods, tropical cyclone hits northwest
A man aged in his 70s has been found dead in floodwaters in Australia's far north, as a cyclone crosses the coast on the other side of the nation.
Far north braces for drenching as monsoon closes in
Residents are bracing for widespread rain as a monsoon trough inches across the far north with fears of isolated rainfall totals of up to 700mm.
Thousands fined as police target rogue e-bike riders
A crackdown on the use of e-bikes and scooters has resulted in thousands of fines with police also seizing unlawful devices.
Aussie medal prospects mount ahead of Winter Olympics
January 6 marks one month to go to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, with recent performances by Australians raising hopes of a record medal haul.
Parramatta sign replacement for Zac Lomax
NRL side Parramatta have signed a highly-rated outside back following the sudden exit of NSW representative Zac Lomax.
‘You can do it all’: Opal’s pregnancy call ahead of Cup
Opal Marianna Tolo isn't making comeback plans post-childbirth, despite admitting she could "technically" make a return in time to play in the World Cup.
Green’s blushes as Root takes command for England
England have gone to lunch on day two of the fifth Ashes Test at 6-336, after a Cameron Green no-ball cost Australia a crucial chance in Sydney.
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‘100 out of 10 pain’: the common summer health scourge
Japanese courtyard Queenslander leads design winners
Jam and scones and rock ‘n’ roll are all the bush needs
Aussie shares edge up with oil in focus after Venezuela
Raw materials and energy stocks are supporting the local bourse, but most other sectors are in the red as the shaky start to the new year continues.
‘Extremely challenging’: Liberal star to quit politics
A former tennis ace turned Liberal MP has taken aim at members of his own party in his decision not to contest the next election after a "challenging period".
Parliament to return early in wake of Bondi attack
MPs and senators will return to Canberra early to thrash out major legislative changes cracking down on hate speech following the Bondi Beach massacre.
National home price hit a new record high in 2025
Home prices around the nation increased slightly in December to a new record high of $880,000 as Adelaide, Brisbane and Perth led the charge.
Anger and jubilation after US arrests Venezuelan leader
Protesters have called on the federal government to sanction the US after it captured Venezuela's leader and took over the nation, while others are celebrating.
Week of deadly unrest in Iran as pressure builds
All bar fire victims identified as Swiss mourn tragedy
Interim Venezuelan government backs leader seized by US
Trump says US to ‘run Venezuela’ after Maduro captured
Tesla loses global electric vehicle crown to BYD
New year brings cheaper medicines, higher energy bills