Footy club ‘should have known’ about brutal abuse
Lawyers for a man suing the Western Bulldogs over the abuse he experienced at the hands of a pedophile claim the club ought to have known about it.
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Big backyards could hold key to solve housing crisis
The humble granny flat could help deliver much-needed housing supply as shortages continue to push rents skyward.
The donor you know: Fiji PM rejects money with strings
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says he won't accept funding with strings attached and will work with Australia as China flexes its muscle in the Pacific.
McAndrew adds to NSW blues as Shield pain continues
NSW are on the verge of a 14th straight Sheffield Shield match without a win after Nathan McAndrew put South Australia in a dominant position in Adelaide.
Human rights complaint made over detainee of 11 years
An official complaint to Queensland's human rights watchdog has been made over the "inhumane" treatment of a disabled man detained at a facility for 11 years.
Two prisoners taken to hospital after rooftop protest
Two prisoners have prompted a lockdown at a Queensland prison after climbing on the roof before being taken to hospital.
The reason behind Cheng Lei’s arrest revealed
In her first interview since returning home, journalist Cheng Lei has revealed she was arrested and jailed for three years in Beijing for breaking an embargo.
WHO says it needs urgent access to Gaza to deliver aid
The World Health Organisation is seeking to gain access to Gaza to deliver aid and medical supplies after Israeli air strikes killed and injured thousands.
Biden meets Israeli PM amid Gaza hospital blast outrage
US President Joe Biden has met with Israel's prime minister but was snubbed by Arab leaders who called off a summit following a huge blast at a Gaza hospital.
Australians return home from Middle East
Australians who have left Israel have been reunited with family members at Sydney airport in emotional scenes.
McCartney takes the long and winding road back to Oz
Sir Paul McCartney has made a day in the life of a lucky few Australian fans, performing an intimate show ahead of his Got Back tour.
Power land big targets on busy AFL trade deadline day
Four players joined Port Adelaide on the final day of the AFL trade period, while premiership Magpie Jack Ginnivan was the centrepiece of Hawthorn's dealings.
DoorDash warns workplace bill will stifle worker choice
Food delivery platform DoorDash has hit out against new workplace laws, saying they will limit the freedom of workers on its platform.
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High Court rules against electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully imposed electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
Ukraine uses long-range missiles against Russian forces
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says US-provided long-range Army Tacticle Missile System missiles have been used for the first time.
Residents flee their homes, house destroyed by fire
Bushfires in Queensland have continued to spread to properties, forcing residents to flee their homes.
Duke, Irvine goals down Kiwis to keep Soccer Ashes
Goals from Mitchell Duke and Jackson Irvine have clinched an Australian victory in the Trans-Tasman clash for the rediscovered Soccer Ashes.
A-League unveils ‘Unite Round’, ditches Sydney GF call
A-League fans will have their own answer to "Magic Round" after bosses ditched the unpopular grand final deal for a weekend-long football jamboree.
Town, 1200 workers reeling with major mine set to close
About 1200 workers are in limbo and a Queensland town is reeling after Glencore announced one of the world's biggest copper mines would close in 2025.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.
High Court rules against state electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully charged electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
‘Shock, after shock’ poses inflation risk: RBA boss
The global economic shocks just keep coming and Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock is concerned about the impact on the outlook for inflation.
BHP reports strong copper production in first quarter
The Big Australian says it is on track to meet full-year production guidance across all assets and the integration of OZ Minerals' mines has gone well.
Min Woo Lee hits big time with Tiger, Rory and Rahm
Emerging superstar Min Woo Lee has joined fellow Australian Adam Scott in a virtual golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy.
Rape accused claims ‘errors’ in ruling to unmask him
A magistrate's decision that naming a high-profile rape accused would not further risk his safety or mental health is being challenged in the Supreme Court.
Qld firefighters battle blazes as extreme alerts remain
Queensland remains under an extreme fire danger warning for a second day with emergency services tackling two blazes.
Victorian MPs to dodge scrutiny for past bad behaviour
Victorian MPs accused of inappropriate behaviour and misconduct will be probed by a parliamentary integrity commission, but it won't have retrospective powers.
Man dead as bushfire scorches NSW mid-north coast
The body of a man has been found at a property near Kempsey on the NSW mid-north coast, after a bushfire swept through the area.
Ginnivan tells Collingwood he wants to be traded
Collingwood premiership player Jack Ginnivan is keen on a move, with Hawthorn expressing interest in trading for the 20-year-old forward.
Distrust, inequity, prejudice behind ‘no’ from the bush
Traditional conservatism and cost of living pressures played into the overwhelming 'no' vote from country Australia, political analysts say.
Winter crop production to fall amid drier conditions
Australia's winter crop production is expected to fall by almost a quarter, after three consecutive years of bumper harvests.