Project blowout on North East Link to cost $26 billion
Melbourne's North East Link will cost $26 billion, more than double the original estimate of $10b, blamed on project changes and rising construction costs.
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Melb City’s Socceroos attacker Leckie out of Asian Cup
The injury-hit Socceroos will have to reshape their attack after Melbourne City forward Mathew Leckie was ruled out of the Asian Cup with a hamstring injury.
EU grants Ukraine member talks but can’t agree on aid
European Union leaders have made a historic decision to open membership talks with Ukraine but opposition from Hungary has stymied a package of financial aid.
Milestone for transfer of nuclear subs heralded by PM
The US will sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a final hurdle in Washington.
US stresses safety for Gaza civilians as Israel attacks
Israel's defence minister has predicted a drawn-out war with Hamas in Gaza, while a US envoy pushes for better ways to protect civilians.
Super Netball confirms 2024 fixture after pay row ends
The Giants and West Coast will get the 2024 Super Netball season under way in April, before the Thunderbirds begin their title defence against the Firebirds.
Christmas Islanders remember worst refugee boat crash
Zainal Abdul Majid remembers December 15 as a fateful day when over 50 asylum seekers died crashing onto Christmas Island as they sought refuge in Australia.
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‘Real, growing risk’ of power generation falling short
Energy market tsars are out of step with the "rooftop revolution" and other household energy that could be harnessed in a clean, low-cost system, critics say.
‘A life lived to the fullest’: Labor MP farewelled
The prime minister was among those who have paid their respects to passionate sports advocate and Labor MP Peta Murphy at her funeral in Melbourne.
Wilkinson thought senator was ‘lying through her teeth’
Journalist Lisa Wilkinson has faced a second day of grilling at a defamation trial over a broadcast that aired allegations of a rape in Parliament House.
Fearless Indigenous leader remembered at state funeral
The legacy of renowned Indigenous leader and Northern Territory Australian of the year, Dr Bush-Blanasi has been honoured at a state funeral.
New premier announces ambitious climate target
Steven Miles has used his first speech as Queensland's new premier to outline his priorities including an ambitious climate action plan.
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Transport costs accelerate by more than $900 a year
Households in some parts of Australia are paying more than $27,000 a year for transport after costs in the industry rose again.
Cyclone Jasper weaker but floods remain a threat
Tropical Cyclone Jasper may have passed but far north Queensland is still under threat with flooding set to test locals in coming days.
Defiant centurion Warner declares: ‘I ain’t leaving’
Veteran opener David Warner is on track to see out his Test career in Sydney after posting an impressive century against Pakistan in Perth.
Putin says Ukraine war will go on until there is a deal
President Vladimir Putin says Russian forces will continue operations in Ukraine until it is "de-militarised" and becomes a neutral country.
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.
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.
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.
‘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".
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.