Killer cop made jokes after alleged murder, friend says
Rebel awarded $359k in legal win over film’s producers
Injuries in China’s Tibet rise after deadly earthquake
The great escape: injured Paris WA’s hero against NSW
Australia’s batting nightmare ends in Test defeat
Roberts-Smith denies war crimes in tell-all interview
Australia's most decorated soldier has declared he "didn't bloody murder anyone" in an extensive interview before his highly anticipated war crimes trial.
Global glitch triggers ‘rat race’ to lock down websites
Businesses and governments have raced against time - and hackers - to fix an AI-discovered vulnerability that led to thousands of websites going offline.
Bushfire bill blows out to $6b a year as climate warms
Researchers have put a figure on the growing toll of bushfires in Australia but say better preparation could prevent billions of dollars in losses.
House prices plummet as Labor points to bigger picture
The government is urging home-owners to keep the faith as a house-price slump gains the hallmarks of an historic downturn.
JackJumpers crush Bullets 106-85 to stay top of NBL
The top-of-the-table Tasmania JackJumpers have swept all seven Ignite Cup points on offer, thrashing the Brisbane Bullets by 21 points in Hobart.
How Chiefs target healed family feud after Storm snub
Marcus Bai was furious with how son Cooper rejected Melbourne but says the forward is showing greater maturity in his decision-making this time around.
‘Underhanded’: fears IR reform hits essential workers
Ambulance officers, hospital workers and public servants with psychological injuries could soon find it harder to claim workers' compensation.
Australia’s AI business opportunity lies with expansion
One of Australia's major banks has told an inquiry that expanding AI models and data centres could create opportunities for local businesses to grow.
One Nation funding linked to delay in electoral reforms
One of the nation's leading public law academics has suggested electoral reforms were delayed to give major parties more time to harvest big donations.
Parents’ warning after online child abuse operation
Four men have been charged with a combined 57 child sex offences in a major operation, as police issue parents a dire warning over vile online offending.
Severe storm outbreaks forecast for eastern states
Eastern states look set for a weekend drenching as the weather bureau forecasts severe and widespread thunderstorm outbreaks, with the risk of flash flooding.
Embattled minister quits citing threats, health issues
After months of scrutiny over her performance and private life, an under-pressure state minister is relinquishing her post but insists it's her own decision.
Motorists rescued as ‘perfect storm’ sparks flooding
Bystanders have saved trapped motorists as record rainfall from thunderstorms caused chaos across a state and authorities urged caution on the roads.
Jailed reality TV star Sam Wood makes fresh bail bid
Former Bachelor Star Sam Wood has gone to a state's highest court in a bid to be released on bail while accused of strangling and pushing his wife.
Huge shocks in finals qualifying as De Pasquale dazzles
The Supercars finals series has got under way with some big names enduring sub-par qualifying sessions to begin the Gold Coast 500.
Miller off to bumpy start with two MotoGP crashes
The only Australian competing at the final Phillip Island Australian MotoGP has had a forgetful start to his weekend.
Stilt-village kid aims to upstage Luai on PNG arrival
Jarome Luai has commanded all the attention in Port Moresby this week, but the home crowd will be cheering for his lookalike in the Kumuls' No. 6 jersey.
J-Mac chases Cox Plate history aboard Aeliana
James McDonald is no stranger to breaking new ground in the saddle and can set another new mark with a fifth straight Cox Plate victory when he rides Aeliana.
Multimillion-dollar bid to make electric fleets pay up
Brand’s accuser denies being ‘giddy schoolgirl’
Dire travel warning after deadly attacks on key airport
Jurors hear Brand accuser say he had ‘snake-like’ body
Chilling question after woman vanished into thin air
A man repeatedly asked if he could trust a friend in the hours before a woman disappeared after being seen with him.
Door opens for Nationals leader’s lower house move
Capricornia MP Michelle Landry has announced she will step aside at the next election, citing "enormous travel" and a wish to spend more time with her family.
Mother’s merciful message to son’s ‘cowardly’ murderers
The mother of an innocent boy murdered by a teenage trio in a ferocious and random machete attack hopes they will learn from their mistakes in prison.
Killer cop made jokes after alleged murder, friend says
Police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon allegedly tried to backtrack on confessing to two killings when his friend did not receive the news well.
Plumbing company execs recommend $4b takeover offer
Reliance Worldwide's board says it couldn't find anyone willing to beat Brookfield's $4.75-per-share takeover offer and says shareholders should take the deal.
Plumbing company execs recommend $4b takeover offer
‘Another JobSeeker’ to be added to government debt cost
Aussie shares dip as metals prices drag miners into red
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