Matildas stars left to rue missed World Cup opportunity
Australia's semi-final defeat at their home Women's World Cup has potentially scuppered the silverware hopes of a glittering group of Matildas players.
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Doctor fined $12,000 for assisted dying signature error
Victorian doctor Nick Carr has accepted a $12,000 fine for a clerical error, saying it shows the state's voluntary assisted dying laws are being scrutinised.
Fed cash for states to build way out of housing crisis
National cabinet has agreed to lift the national housing target, with the federal government offering financial incentives for states and territories.
Hillsong founder brands failed case a ‘targeted attack’
Brian Houston has been cleared of concealing his father's child abuse in a case the Hillsong founder says would not have been brought against someone else.
Labor faithful, factional foes gather for conference
Labor members will convene in Brisbane for three days to discuss the party's platform at its national conference, the first since Anthony Albanese took office.
More bark than bite as Labor debate turns nuclear
Labor heavyweights have stared down calls for a super profits tax and an end to native logging as party members prepare to debate nuclear submarines.
Jobless figures ‘final nail in coffin’ for rates hike
Australia's unemployment rate rose to 3.7 per cent in July, fuelling expectations the cash rate could remain on hold in a relief for home owners.
West African bloc ‘going into Niger’ if all else fails
Army chiefs from the Economic Community of West African States are meeting in Ghana to discuss possible intervention in Niger to reverse a military coup.
Hypertension linked to earlier cognitive risk in study
High blood pressure may lead to earlier cognitive decline, according to the results of an Australian study indicating "subtle but real" changes in cognition.
March 2024 trial date proposed for Trump’s Georgia case
Prosecutors are seeking to have Donald Trump tried on election interference charges from March, which would be during the 2024 Republican nomination campaign.
All-in brawl in nation’s capital over housing solution
A solution to Australia's housing crisis is unlikely to be agreed upon as the federal government, Greens and coalition butt heads over competing proposals.
Investigation after prisoner dies in police custody
The Queensland Police Service Ethical Standards Command is investigating the death of a man who was taken to the Beenleigh Watchhouse overnight.
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Little relief for consumers as Origin posts $1b profit
Origin Energy expects another tough year for cash-strapped customers after posting an FY23 net profit of $1.06 billion as it prepares for a foreign takeover.
‘Yes’ camp told to draw strength from Indigenous giants
Ahead of the voice referendum, Indigenous Australians Minister Linda Burney has issued a call to arms for 'yes' supporters at Labor's national conference.
Telstra gets mobile and calls in full-year $2.1b profit
Telstra chief executive Vicky Brady says Telstra's T25 strategy is on pace to deliver most of its objectives.
Demons’ Goodwin dismisses fresh allegations against him
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has called the latest allegations made against him in a long-running dispute "absolute rubbish".
Poll shows voters continue to sour on Palaszczuk govt
A new poll suggests the Queensland government's support continues to fall as the LNP's David Crisafulli pips Annastacia Palaszczuk as preferred premier.
Matildas score viewing records as flare ‘idiots’ fined
The Women's World Cup semi between the Matildas and Lionesses smashed television viewing records but concerns have been raised about the actions of some fans.
Five Australian species at immediate risk of extinction
Five Australian species are at immediate risk of extinction and another 41 are in so much strife they must be listed as critically endangered, experts say.
Sam Walker return close but not against Eels: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters will face a 'sudden-death' clash against the Eels with Angus Crichton back in the 17 and Sam Walker nearing a return.
Robinson confident Manu will remain a Rooster for life
Joseph Manu is off-contract at the end of 2024 but coach Trent Robinson expects the Sydney Roosters star to remain at the club even beyond his playing career.
Australian shares drop again, dollar takes a tumble
The Australian share market closed down 0.7 per cent to a five-week low, while the local currency had dropped under 64 US cents on a weak jobs report.
Man jailed for running over brother in ‘blind rage’
A Queensland man's confrontation with his older brother led to a knife fight and a car chase down a suburban street.
Father jailed over catastrophic brain injury to baby
A man who forcefully shook his six-month-old son causing brain damage has been jailed after pleading guilty to grievous bodily harm in a Brisbane court.
Clarkson bullish on North even if McKay leaves
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is keen for Ben McKay to stay but believes the Kangaroos can still flourish even if the key defender moves to Essendon.
Accused $1m coin launderer had ‘unexplained wealth’
One of the duo accused of laundering more than $1 million in damaged coins owned a string of properties despite having only a modest income, a court has heard.
Brooks takes dig at Tigers bosses as turmoil goes on
Luke Brooks says the club's backroom staff are preventing Wests Tigers from turning a corner on the field.
Coach Jones curses media negativity around Wallabies
Eddie Jones says the Wallabies will prove critics wrong at next month's Rugby World Cup, including the media whom he believes are too negative about the team.
Mum reveals grief after daughter’s body found in mine
A Victorian mum has detailed the crushing grief she felt when learning her daughter Kobie Parfitt had been found in a mine shaft months after she went missing.
Man jailed after son injured in New Year’s bike crash
A man was affected by drugs after celebrating the New Year when he struck a 4WD on his motorbike and his young son suffered a severe brain injury.
Rapist who refused offender program to remain in prison
Stephen Bruce Porter, dubbed the "stinky rapist", has told a court he did not want to be released until he could prove his innocence.