Tax brawl firms up as parties push for more relief
The coalition has flagged a tax policy that would let people keep more of what they earn if elected as it prepares to support Labor's revamped reforms.
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University student safety watchdog set for 2025 entry
A new student ombudsman who will be able to handle complaints about how universities respond to sexual assault and other issues is slated to start in 2025.
Australian tourist missing in Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls
An Australian tourist has gone missing in Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls National Park, home to one of the world's natural wonders.
Whether it’s marbles or tennis, ‘Tommo’ never gives up
Archetypal Aussie battler Jordan Thompson never gave up on his tennis dream - and has ended up celebrating two triumphs in one long, surreal night.
Why there is life after Wayne Bennett for the Dolphins
NRL clubs have fallen off a cliff when Wayne Bennett has left as coach but Dolphins CEO Terry Reader says the succession plan to Kristian Woolf will succeed.
Weights, grinder and hose: cop’s alleged kill cover-up
A triple zero call made from Jessie Baird's phone after shots were heard in his Sydney home may have been the first of several cover-ups by his alleged killer.
Matildas out to seal Olympic qualification in style
Ellie Carpenter expects the Matildas to go full throttle in their second Olympic qualifier against Uzbekistan and seal their tickets to the Paris Games.
Divers sent to new site in search for Sydney couple
Police divers have been sent to the Southern Tablelands, southwest of Sydney, as the search for the bodies of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies continues.
Looming heat spike causing ‘grave concern’ for firies
Hundreds of firefighters continue to battle bushfires in western Victoria as temperatures are predicted to spike.
WNBL’s top four confirmed as Fire extinguish Flames
It took until the last game of the regular season for the WNBL's top four to be determined, with reigning champions Townsville ousting Sydney at home.
Cowboys take out Raiders trial behind Feldt hat-trick
North Queensland have given their stars a decent hit-out ahead of the NRL season, beating Canberra 36-26 in a Queanbeyan trial game.
Cartwright guides WA to third straight one-day title
Western Australia have claimed a record-extending 17th domestic one-day crown with Hilton Cartwright starring in a five-wicket win over NSW in Sydney.
Aussie 7s women into Vancouver semis, men struggle
An extra-time try to Maddison Levi to beat USA and a comfortable defeat of Fiji has pushed Australia's women's sevens team into the final four in Vancouver.
Dolphins brace for NRL season without injured Gilbert
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett expects scans on Monday to confirm forward Tom Gilbert's season-ending knee injury in a massive blow to the club's NRL campaign.
Liberals vow to ‘rip up’ hydro charter if re-elected
The Liberals have promised to "rip up" a hydro ministerial charter, which they say focuses on exporting energy to the mainland, if elected for a fourth term.
Six homes destroyed, bushfire tipped to burn for weeks
Communities affected by a bushfire west of Ballarat have been warned it is not safe to return, with six homes confirmed to have been destroyed by the blaze.
Free-to-air, tempting talent: how NRL can crack the USA
Rugby league officials stateside are pushing for the NRL to stream the competition free as the sport bids for a foothold in the lucrative US market.
Higher education revamp to ‘lift handbrake on economy’
A sweeping new blueprint could make higher education easier to attain as Australia grapples with demand for skills of the future.
Saving first languages a mission to preserve cultures
Elders, professors and others are working to preserve Aboriginal and Torres Strait languages, and the ancient cultures they maintain.
Brown delight as late drama costs Mostert Bathurst win
Victory has been prised from Chaz Mostert's grip after late pit lane drama handed the top spot to Triple Eight Racing's Will Brown at the Bathurst 500.
Penrith controversially denied world title by Wigan
Wigan Warriors are World Club Challenge winners for a record-equalling fifth time, after beating NRL premiers Penrith 16-12 in England.
Israeli media report progress on Gaza temporary truce
Israeli media are reporting that negotiators are making progress on a deal for a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the release of hostages.
Australia sweep NZ in T20s but Smith fails again
Australia have claimed a 27-run victory in the third T20I against New Zealand at Eden Park, giving them a clean sweep of the Chappell-Hadlee series.
Vine enjoys calm before final-day storm at UAE Tour
Australian leader Jay Vine has enjoyed a stress-free penultimate day at the UAE Tour as he targets winning the biggest race of his career in the Middle East.
Italy and Canada sign security deals with Ukraine
The leaders of Italy and Canada have visited Kyiv as Ukraine marks the second anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.
Navalny’s body handed over to his mother: spokeswoman
The body of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has been handed over to his mother, a spokeswoman says.
Welcome rain for WA as Lincoln heads south
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Lincoln, now a tropical low, is expected to dissipate as it moves across the WA interior.
Waterway search expands in hunt for Sydney couple
Police divers were sent to a waterway southwest of Sydney in the search for the bodies of former Ten reporter Jesse Baird and his boyfriend Luke Davies.
Coach demands more Matildas goals to mark Olympic spot
The Matildas have a 3-0 lead after the first leg of Olympic qualifying against Uzbekistan but coach Tony Gustavsson wants a more clinical showing in Melbourne.
Foketi out of hospital with sights on Waratahs comeback
Lalakai Foketi has returned home and could be back on light duties as early as next week, a positive after a first-up NSW Waratahs Super Rugby loss to the Reds.
Kennedy leads Aussie glory at BMX World Cup in Brisbane
Gold Coast rider Izaac Kennedy has won the elite men's race to head a day of home success at the BMX Racing World Cup in Brisbane.