Fake news on everything from whales to wind farms: Australia is flooded with climate misinformation
Australia is facing a wave of misinformation and disinformation on climate change and energy. This is being fuelled by the growth in artificial intelligence and allowed to spread freely on social media, according to the findings of a Senate inquiry.
Power bill relief on the cards as wholesale prices fall
Power bill saving of up to $200 can be anticipated for some customers next financial year under proposed safety net prices.
Aussie shares plunge, oil prices spike as war escalates
The Australian stock market has fallen to its lowest level since November, with heavy losses for goldminers as the yellow metal fell to $US4,850.
Labor clinches second term as One Nation surges at poll
Labor has stormed to a huge win in South Australia, as One Nation hopes its historic second placing translates into seats.
Labor figure’s accused killer beats bail booze reading
Labor strategist Tim Picton's accused killer remains on bail after prosecutors withdrew a bid to revoke it over alcohol consumption.
Aussie shares hit nine-month low as war wipes $270b
The bourse is down for a third straight week with more than $270 billion wiped from its market value since US attacks on Iran sparked an energy market crisis.
Man injured after police shooting in suburban street
Police have shot a man in a suburban street after officers received reports of a person armed with a knife making threats.
Oscars up for grabs as unease hangs over Hollywood
Conan O'Brien returns to host the Academy Awards for a second time amid tight security following an Iranian threat warning.
Seats lost, regional voters ‘betrayed’ in revamp
An electoral review has recommended scrapping seats, changing boundaries and renaming electorates as one state redraws the political map.
Croc and elephant fears lurk over Olympic rowing venue
A government has been slammed for sticking to its guns to host 2032 rowing at a crocodile habitat, with critics claiming the course will be a white elephant.
Famed outback music festival cancelled after heavy rain
Music festival Birdsville Big Red Bash has been cancelled for 2026 after heavy rains. It's more bad news for live music lovers after the collapse of Bluesfest.
Australia and Germany step up defence, industrial ties
Germany is considering adding an Australian-made drone to its arsenal as the two nations look to step up their defence cooperation amid global shocks.
Elderly manslaughter accused ‘too impaired’ for bail
A solicitor for an 84-year-old man accused of committing manslaughter at an aged care centre has sought for his client to continue to live in a dementia ward.
Teen found not guilty of murder over street stabbing
A 15-year-old boy was accused of handing another teen a knife or encouraging him to kill before a late-night brawl with another group that quickly turned fatal.
The teen wonder who’s bolting into Socceroos contention
Tony Popovic has revealed the moment he knew teenage World Cup hopeful Lucas Herrington was ready to handle a Socceroos debut at age 18.
Injury concerns won’t stop Magpies taking risks: coach
Collingwood will likely be without Darcy Moore against Brisbane but coach Craig McRae has backed how they've managed their captain's hamstring problem.
Era-defining call looms for Manly on next coach
Manly's decision on Anthony Seibold's successor will be crucial, with the bulk of their roster off-contract in 2027 and the club's next era of talent rising.
Broncos general says Ballin ready for a top job
Matt Ballin would have the backing of Brisbane players if he was to get his first head-coaching job in the NRL at Manly following Anthony Seibold's axing.
Truckies want cash payments, slash in road user charge
Emergency support payments and pausing the road user charge for trucks are among the "urgent" fixes transport companies want in response to fuel shortages.
Residents count the cost after cyclone ravages towns
Communities in the firing line of a tropical cyclone that cut a path down Australia's west coast have started assessing the damage from the massive storm.
Memory of ‘despicable’ bombing lingers 40 years on
One of Australia's most brutal bombings has been relived as the memory of its sole slain victim endures four decades since the attack.
‘Lambo Guy’ swipe, as company fined for illegal lottery
High-profile businessman Adrian Portelli has taken a swipe at authorities after he was cleared of conducting an unlawful lottery, but his company was fined.
CBA ups inflation prediction as supply chains strain
Australia is staring down the barrel of inflation above five per cent as a result of the Iran oil supply shock, economists from the Commonwealth Bank warn.
Truckies want cash payments, slash in road user charge
CBA ups inflation prediction as supply chains strain
Fuel crisis drives Aussies to rethink how they travel
Labor backs above-inflation wage bump for low-paid
Residents count the cost after cyclone ravages towns
Famed outback music festival cancelled after heavy rain
‘Screaming winds’: severe cyclone pummels holiday town