Ross River virus warning, thousands of cases predicted
A 'sudden uptick' in detections of Ross River virus has sparked warnings thousands could be infected with the mosquito-borne disease this summer.
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Australia will issue rules for ‘risky’ solar inverters
Australian government officials have confirmed they are developing guidelines for solar equipment after warnings about potential security vulnerabilities.
Chiefs beat 49ers to repeat as Super Bowl champions
The Kansas City Chiefs have secured their second consecutive Super Bowl title, beating the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in overtime in Las Vegas.
Man who allegedly pulled gun on police shot dead
A man who allegedly pulled a firearm on police has been fatally shot by officers in a small rural town on Queensland's north coast.
Climate risk assessment based on dream 1.5C scenario
Australia's first climate risk assessment will be based on a scenario that does not reflect reality, the Greens say.
Joyce returns to parliament after viral video emerges
Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce has returned to federal parliament after video came to light of him lying on the pavement in a busy Canberra street.
Weaver wants to solve Titans’ home-grown No.7 conundrum
The Gold Coast Titans are yet to retain a successful, long-term and home-grown half for their entire career - but 20-year-old Tom Weaver wants to be the man.
Storm’s Ryles draws on rugby union connections
In his Storm return Jason Ryles has defended ex-Wallabies coach Eddie Jones for his World Cup showing while picking the brains of All Blacks mentor Wayne Smith.
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Truth behind viral photo of ‘diesel-powered’ EV charger
An outback electric vehicle charger that went viral has yet to use its diesel generator backup to recharge one car, the Senate has heard.
Ship docks to unload livestock after weeks long voyage
A live export ship turned back from the Middle East has returned to port to offload thousands of sheep and cattle on board for five-and-a-half weeks.
‘Armed’ man shot dead by police in regions
A man who allegedly pulled a firearm on police has been fatally shot by officers in a small rural town on Queensland's north coast.
Manly’s Schuster bids to honour late Titmuss legacy
After being forced to recount the death of one of his best friends, Manly's Josh Schuster wants 2024 to be the year he plays with a purpose.
Woman sought teen sex abuse for drug money, court told
The woman's defence argued recording a conviction would ban her from health and social work where she had been working for the two decades since her offences.
Minister orders EDO probe amid confected evidence claim
A taxpayer-funded legal unit that fights environmental cases faces a federal government review amid claims it confected evidence in litigation against Santos.
Rebels recruit Salakaia-Loto back to his rugby best
A Wallabies return is the aim for Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, who says he's in great shape on and off the field as he gears up for Melbourne's Super Rugby challenge.
JB Hi-Fi beats expectations despite H1 profit fall
JB Hi-Fi shares rose five per cent in early trading after the consumer electronics retailer announced its net profit dropped 20 per cent in the first half.
Opals coach happy to leave door open for Jackson
Lauren Jackson shocked the basketball world with her retirement announcement, but Opals coach Sandy Brondello hasn't ruled out a fifth Olympics for the legend.
NSW planning laws ‘intolerable’ for lifting home builds
Reforms to increase housing density in NSW urban centres face council opposition as the premier insists they will still have a say in dual-occupancy changes.
Criminal charges unlikely over dodgy offshore contracts
Companies suspected of bribery, money laundering and drug smuggling were given lucrative contracts tied to Australia's offshore immigration detention regime.
Right to disconnect laws pass federal parliament
Employees will be able to legally disconnect from work out of hours, after industrial relations changes cleared the House of Representatives.
Centre-right Stubb wins Finnish presidential election
Centre-right Alexander Stubb has declared victory over liberal Green Party member Pekka Haavisto in Finland's presidential election.
Winnington & relay women in near-misses for world golds
Elijah Winnington came up short in his bid to regain his world 400m freestyle title while a shadow women's 4x100m free relay team had to settle for silver too.
Russia launches 45 drones in mass barrage of Ukraine
Ukrainian officials say Russian forces have launched 45 drones over Ukraine in a five-and-a-half-hour barrage.
Israeli strikes kill 67 as two hostages freed in Rafah
Israeli forces have rescued two hostages in Rafah under the cover of air strikes that officials say killed 67 Palestinians in the southern Gaza city.
Carrot for home buyers could deliver stick to investors
A bid to give hopeful homeowners a foot in the door could be in danger unless Labor takes steps to scale back property investor tax breaks.
Stamp duty costs climb as home buyers struggle to save
Market analysis has revealed the rising cost of stamp duty on property purchases - and its impact on people trying to break into the housing market.
Tough terrain for volunteers in search for missing mum
Volunteers continuing a ground search for missing Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy have been warned to take care of their own safety in difficult bush terrain.
Australia dominate India to win Under-19 World Cup
Australia's cricket teens have emulated the national men's team by winning the Under-19 World Cup with a decisive 79-run win over India in the final.
Three dead in Senegal election protests
Violent protests have occurred across Senegal after the government postponed general elections set for February until December.
Rybakina eases past Kasatkina to claim Abu Dhabi title
Elena Rybakina has won her second WTA title of the season at the Abu Dhabi Open, outplaying Daria Kasatkina in the final.
Biden, European leaders criticise Trump’s NATO comments
European leaders have reacted to Donald Trump's comments over a hypothetical Russian invasion of NATO allies not spending enough on defence.