PM confident of Vanuatu pact despite treaty delay
A $500 million security pact between Australia and Vanuatu has been put on hold despite talks between Anthony Albanese and his Pacific counterpart.

Mushroom killer begins life term as appeal bid looms
Lawyers for mushroom killer Erin Patterson will begin weighing up her options for an appeal after she was sentenced to life in jail for murdering three people.

French parliament votes to oust PM, deepening crisis
France's fiscal crisis has deepened after the parliament voted to get rid of Prime Minister Francois Bayrou over his strategy to lower the country's deficit.

Real-life ‘Succession’ ends with Lachlan taking control
The Murdochs have settled their legal battle over who will control one of the highest-profile global media groups.

Community fractures as hunt for accused killer drags on
A community reliant on tourism is grappling with the financial and emotional effects of a two-week manhunt for an accused murderer.
No playing time guarantees for emerging Socceroos
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has cast the net wider in choosing his squad for games against New Zealand but that doesn't mean he will be handing out caps.

Step off the gas, Aussie green iron producers warned
Australia could squander the opportunity to export green iron to the world if it does not pursue renewable hydrogen for its production, analysts say.

Nepal’s PM quits as anti-corruption protests spiral
Nepal Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli has resigned as anti-government protests continue a day after 19 people died in violence triggered by a social media ban.
‘Misinformation, lies’: Australian-first treaty warning
Students are set to learn more about post-colonial impacts on Aboriginal people after an agreement was struck on an Australian-first treaty.
‘Always under persecution’: Palmer claims court win
Clive Palmer has claimed a court win in a long-running case after a magistrate ruled the billionaire businessman's human rights may have been impeded.
Teen on terrorism charges after home raid granted bail
The father of a teen charged with terrorism offences, after he was allegedly caught with bomb-making chemicals, sobbed in court as his son was given bail.
Man shot by police charged with attempted murder, arson
A 39-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder and arson after being shot by police as they responded to reports of a house fire.
‘Utterly heartbreaking’: jail for fatal neglect of baby
A man has been jailed over the "heartbreaking" death of an eight-month-old baby after he was left in a filthy room for almost 24 hours as his carers took drugs.
Croc Hunter’s dad sinks boot into US influencer ‘goose’
Steve Irwin's father says authorities should "throw the book" at an influencer over his treatment of crocodiles in Australia, describing it as disgusting.
Postecoglou cops it from Arsenal fans in tough debut
Arsenal fans have taunted Ange Postecoglou during the Australian's debut as Nottingham Forest manager, which ended in a 3-0 loss.
Lions roar, shrug Suns to book Magpies MCG date
Brisbane's finals pedigree has shone in a 53-point defeat of rivals Gold Coast that put them two wins away from back-to-back AFL premierships.
Evolved Sharks hold nerve to eliminate Chooks
Ronaldo Mulitalo has emerged a winner from his ding-dong battle with Mark Nawaqanitawase, as Cronulla beat Sydney Roosters 20-10 in their NRL elimination final.
Lewis smashes her own Australian 100m record at worlds
Sprint queen Torrie Lewis has given Australia a flying start to the world athletics championships with a record-breaking 100m run.
Aussie duo nabbed over weapons supply to foreign rebels
A two-year investigation has resulted in two Australian men facing allegations of trafficking firearms and ammunition to a violent paramilitary group overseas.

Check your modem: millions to get free broadband boost
Almost one in every three NBN users will see their internet speed rise in the coming days but experts are warning consumers to check their hardware.

Senior drivers targeted in flood of fake online reports
Rumours the federal government is introducing new laws targeting mature drivers including a night time curfew have been exposed as AI-generated nonsense.
The wonder of exotica at Australia’s biggest art show
Artist Alexia Sinclair has released her fantastical series The Age of Wonder, as part of the inaugural photography showcase at Australia's biggest art fair.

Taking the wheel: drivers may soon supervise their cars
Self-driving cars are being tested on Australian roads but motorists and experts are divided about whether they will drive greater safety or greater problems.
Home scheme extension set to open more doors
Future Fund eclipses $250b after bumper return
‘Unhinged’: 4500 jobs to be slashed in bank restructure
