Funding boost for region still reeling from deadly fire
A Queensland region hit hard by a deadly bushfires has received $1 million in state-federal funding in a major boost to its recovery which may take years.
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Promoted allrounder Green to feel ‘less rushed’ at No.4
Recalled Australian allrounder Cameron Green is feeling grateful and excited at returning to the Test team to bat in his preferred spot of No.4.
Man bitten by dingo in another attack on popular island
A man standing next to his vehicle on K'gari has been bitten by a dingo in the sixth incident in about a month at the Queensland tourist spot.
Saville rues wayward serve, errors in early Open exit
Daria Saville was disappointed not to deliver her best at the Australian Open with 14 double faults and a huge unforced error tally behind her first-round exit.
De Minaur advances in Open after Raonic retires
Alex de Minaur is through to the Australian Open second round after big-serving Canadian Milos Raonic retired in the third set with a hip injury.
Osaka’s comeback ends with her earliest Open exit
Two-time Australian Open champion Naomi Osaka's return to grand slam tennis after becoming a mother has ended in the first round, falling to Caroline Garcia.
Ukraine says its forces destroyed Russian spy plane
Ukrainian army chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi says a large Russian spy plane has been destroyed over the Sea of Azov.
No injuries as Houthis hit US-owned container ship: US
The US military says an anti-ship ballistic missile fired by Houthi militants in Yemen has struck a Marshall Islands-flagged, US-owned container ship.
Humanitarian aid boost for Middle East unveiled
Penny Wong has pledged a further $21.5 million in humanitarian aid for the Middle East, following the first stop on her trip to the region.
More cyclone threats emerge for northern Australia
A tropical cyclone is set to head towards Australian waters while another may soon form off Queensland's coast as rain continues to hit flood-ravaged regions.
Jetsetters and shoppers spend big as confidence returns
Australians are spending more on travel, insurance and online shopping as inflation reached its lowest levels since January 2022.
King Frederik X, Queen Mary appear at Danish parliament
Denmark's new King Frederik X and his wife Queen Mary have visited the Danish parliament on their first formal day on the job.
Yemen’s Houthis threaten to hit United States ships
British and American ships have become "legitimate targets" due to the strikes launched by the two countries on Yemen last week, the Houthis say.
Worker killed in ‘tragic’ accident at coal mine
Operations at a Queensland coal mine have been suspended as workers mourn a colleague killed in a workplace accident and an investigation gets underway.
Man charged over Australia Day vandalism at Woolworths
Police have charged a man over pro-Australia Day vandalism at two Woolworths stores in Brisbane.
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Electric car charging stations tipped to double again
Another 900 electric car-charging locations are tipped to appear in Australia during 2024 to encourage motorists to adopt low-emission transport.
MPs blamed for stoking culture war over Australia Day
Politicians are leading the public conversation on Australia Day even when their views don't always reflect their communities, an expert says.
Four people in three days flown from island with stings
Four people have been flown to hospital in three days after jellyfish stings on a popular Queensland tourist spot.
Endangered ancient fish die in captive breeding program
Scientists fighting to save Tasmania's ancient Maugean skate from extinction say some have died in a captive breeding program.
Banana farmers seek retail support after flooding, rain
A veteran farmer has implored consumers to back the banana industry at retail shelves with mass rainfall in far north Queensland hindering supply and quality.
Livewire McGree ready to spark Socceroos at Asian Cup
Riley McGree sparked the Socceroos off the bench against India and is confident he can shine from the outset in their second Asian Cup game against Syria.
Top-selling Tesla misses safety mark in Australia
The second most popular electric car sold in Australia could face a recall after it failed to secure a five-star safety rating.
Albanese urges ‘good faith’ talks to end port dispute
A dispute between workers and Australia's second largest port operator is costing the economy millions of dollars as Anthony Albanese urges "good faith" talks.
Crafty fire ants use floodwaters to hitch a ride
A deadly pest is on the move after heavy rain, sparking a warning for south east Queensland and northern NSW residents to be on the look out for fire ants.
Dallas Hayden dies months after Labor leader spouse
The wife of former governor-general Bill Hayden has died at age 87, three months after her Labor leader husband.
In-form de Minaur on revenge mission at Australian Open
Alex de Minaur is focusing only on a 'revenge' second-round win over Italian Matteo Arnaldi as the home hope's draw continues to open up at Melbourne Park.
Aussie Sarah Snook wins as Succession dominates Emmys
Succession has picked up six Emmy awards, including the trophy for best actress in a drama series which went to Australia's Sarah Snook.
Barty helps Swiatek to Pole position in women’s tennis
Iga Swiatek has extended her winning run to 17 matches with a triumph over former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin at Melbourne Park.
New Raider Hosking ‘begged’ Penrith for early release
Canberra signing Zac Hosking says he can see similarities between his former club Penrith and his new home in the nation's capital.
Nadal signs up to represent Saudi tennis
Former world No.1 and 22-times grand slam champion Rafael Nadal will be an ambassador for Saudi tennis in the latest sporting coup for the oil-rich state.
Loggers assaulted environmentalists in NSW forest
Environmentalists who were attacked by logging contractors in a NSW forest say police and the government-owned Forestry Corporation have questions to answer.