Father and son admit $260,000 boot scoot tour scam
A father and son who defrauded hundreds of people of money paid for line dancing tours and holidays have been sentenced to time already spent in jail.
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Opetaia gives up IBF belt for ‘life-changing’ fight
Australian cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia will relinquish his IBF world title to take his place on a "life-changing" Saudi Arabia card against Ellis Zorro.
North Korea fires second ballistic missile, condemns US
South Korean and Japanese officials say North Korea has fired what appears to be a long-range ballistic missile, its second aggression in less than 12 hours.
More tax in government coffers hailed by treasurer
The mid-year fiscal update contained no extra cost of living relief, although the federal treasurer has not ruled out more help in his next budget.
Missy Higgins tickets hot as concerts roar back to life
Missy Higgins concerts have sold out within minutes and new shows have been added to the singer's anniversary tour as live shows make a post-pandemic comeback.
Dutton is Australia’s least trusted MP: Roy Morgan
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is Australia's least trusted politician, according to a Roy Morgan poll.
Irankunda critics should lay off teen ALM star: Gauci
Adelaide United goalkeeper Joe Gauci has called for critics to cut a bit of slack for the club's under-pressure teenage prodigy Nestory Irankunda.
Lamb leaves Bulldogs in mammoth 11-club AFLW trade
AFLW clubs have pulled off an 11-way swap on the last trading day, with Port Adelaide securing the signature of All-Australian midfielder Kirsty Lamb.
US nuclear submarine laws a ‘significant step forward’
The US is closer to selling nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a major hurdle, the development labelled a "significant step".
Westpac borrowers ‘coping well’ with rates, inflation
The chairman and CEO of Westpac have told shareholders that the percentage of borrowers experiencing stress remains low.
Warner shushes the critics with 164 against Pakistan
A second Test century since January 2020 has relieved the pressure on under-fire opener David Warner in the series-opening match against Pakistan in Perth.
Croc wrangler’s widow ‘suffered nervous shock’
The widow of Netflix personality Chris Wilson says she suffered psychiatric harm after her husband died in a helicopter crash last year.
Caution as rising heat risks pressure on energy supply
Scorching temperatures could place pressure on the energy grid as households and businesses are asked to reduce non-essential power use as much as possible.
Aloisi brothers’ first date a high-stakes family affair
Ross Aloisi will coach against his brother John for the first time, the rookie head coach's Brisbane in a far rosier position than last-placed Western United.
Khawaja questions ICC rules around messages on shoes
Usman Khawaja has questioned why the International Cricket Council treated him differently to other players previously displaying messages on their equipment.
High-flying Glory plan to flip ALW script on Sky Blues
Sitting top of the A-League Women, in-form Perth Glory believe they can continue their winning ways as they host powerhouse Sydney FC.
Smuggler denies culpability for all of $20m coke import
A superyacht tour operator charged over importing 100kg of cocaine that resulted in a Brazilian diver's death says he is culpable for only half of that amount.
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Mining firm digs Australia’s first electric excavator
An Australian mine has deployed the nation's first electric-powered excavator, created as part of a plan to decarbonise mining operations.
Jail for ‘vigilante’ who bashed child abuse accused
A man planned with four youths to attack and seriously injure a 17-year-old boy after he was accused of sexually assaulting a much younger girl.
Sweet feeling of Socceroos call-up driving Fornaroli
Bruno Fornaroli says he never gave up hope of a Socceroos recall after his electrifying form has catapulted him into contention for Graham Arnold's squad.
Man jailed after shooting up home where 17 people lived
Trent Leonard Kunde has been jailed after firing shotgun rounds into a home that housed 17 people in a drive-by shooting.
Man fined for contempt over intimate deepfake images
A man who refused to take down intimate deepfake images in response to a notice from the eSafety Commissioner and court orders has been fined for contempt.
‘The one to watch’: meteor shower to wow stargazers
Australians will have their best opportunity in years to watch the annual Geminid meteor shower due to a near-ideal combination of conditions.
Truckie charged with driving six times over legal limit
A truckie found lying beside his vehicle and an empty vodka bottle near a Gold Coast theme park was more than six times over the limit, police say.
Calls for change after 40 people die in police custody
More than 100 people died in custody during 2022-23, including 17 who were shot, latest data shows.
Palmer’s nephew ‘waives’ rights due to Bulgaria exile
A judge has found Clive Palmer's nephew has given up his right to attend his own trial for contempt of court through his decision to move overseas.
Green won’t let chronic kidney disease cramp his style
Emerging star Cameron Green says he's thankful that his chronic kidney condition hasn't stopped him from living a normal life and representing Australia.
‘Walloped’: NSW treasurer blames feds for budget strain
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey has delivered a budget update his opponents have branded the "nightmare before Christmas".
AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case
The AFL wants club feedback on a number of proposed rule changes, including a tightening of what is allowed when a player tries to smother an opponent's kick.
Sailors defy Sydney ‘hairdryer’ to secure Paris quotas
Australian sailors have secured Olympic quota spots in the Nacra 17 and mixed 470 classes with dominant Sail Sydney efforts in torrid conditions.
Guilt-free Jones denies early interview in Japan reveal
A guilt-free Eddie Jones says he is comfortable with the circumstances surrounding his controversial move from the Wallabies to coach Japan.