Hawaiian wildfire recovery expected to take many years
A search of wildfire devastation on the Hawaiian island of Maui has revealed a wasteland of obliterated suburbs and landmarks charred beyond recognition.
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West African bloc activates standby force for Niger
The United States says it will hold the junta that took power in Niger accountable for the safety of democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum.
Australia’s humanitarian intake rises to 20,000 a year
The federal government will lift the number of places available to refugees as part of its humanitarian intake to 20,000 people per year.
Labor to rally party faithful over Indigenous voice
Labor's national conference will end on a show of unity for the Indigenous voice but only after vexed policy debates about nuclear subs and Israel are fought.
AFL rivals Dees, Blues caught up in Matildas fever
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin and Carlton counterpart Michael Voss have been following the Matildas' World Cup progress in the build-up to their huge AFL clash.
AUKUS partnership the ‘beating heart of free world’
A leading US Republican has described the AUKUS pact as the "beating heart of the free world" and vital to avoiding a military conflict in the Indo-Pacific.
Magpies captain Moore injures hamstring against Cats
Collingwood captain Darcy Moore has suffered a suspected hamstring injury, just six days after Nick Daicos hurt his knee.
Investor delight as Star casino gets $310m tax break
A decision to delay a tax hike on Sydney's biggest casino to ward off closure has raised questions about NSW's priorities amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Arson ruled out as family fire tragedy cause a mystery
Investigators have yet to learn the cause of a house fire that claimed the lives of a father and five boys but say there are no suspicious circumstances.
Different league: NRL confirms 2024 Las Vegas games
The NRL has confirmed Brisbane, Manly, South Sydney and the Sydney Roosters will play in Las Vegas during round one next year.
Murdoch’s News Corp cops huge hit to full-year profits
Despite a heavy drop in profitability for the financial year, News Corp bounced back in the second half and sees "auspicious conditions" ahead.
Judge rules in favour of PwC partner told to retire
PwC didn't satisfy its own partnership agreement when it pushed partner Richard Gregg to retire after the consulting firm became embroiled in a leaking scandal.
Trump lawyers to challenge limits on evidence sharing
Donald Trump's lawyers want a judge to allow him to publicly share evidence to be used in his trial on charges he plotted to overturn the 2020 election result.
RBA eyes ‘credible’ path to return inflation to target
The task of returning inflation to target is going according to plan, but the head of the Reserve Bank says it could still be thrown off course.
Young switch fails to overshadow western derby ‘curse’
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says Hayden Young will return to his customary role in defence for the AFL derby against West Coast.
Perennial underachievers France ready to deliver at WWC
France want to finally break their run of underachieving at the Women's World Cup, and are confident ahead of facing the Matildas in their quarter-final.
Will Brown looms as potential van Gisbergen replacement
Will Brown has been released by Erebus Motorsport, paving the way for him to replace Shane van Gisbergen in one of Supercars racing's most prized seats.
Pitch invaders banned again for violent A-League clash
Pitch invaders who formed a violent mob at an A-League derby match in Melbourne last year have been slapped with additional bans, fines and community work.
Tributes for political giant who took over from Sir Joh
Former premier Mike Ahern, who succeeded Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen and ruled during a tumultuous period in Queensland politics, has died.
Kerr will start v France if fit to play 90: Gustavsson
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says if Sam Kerr is fit to start and play a full game against France in their Women's World Cup quarter-final, she will.
Realestate.com.au owner sees property market rebounding
REA Group says that the fundamentals of the property market are strong and buyer enquiries and house prices have both returned to growth.
Defence faces $1.5m fine after soldiers mauled by croc
The Defence Force has been charged with failing to properly train soldiers after two servicemen were attacked by a 2.5 metre crocodile in far north Queensland.
West Africa army chiefs to meet to discuss Niger plans
The ECOWAS bloc says it has directed a "stand-by force" to restore order in Niger after its deadline to reinstate the country's ousted president expired.
Hawaii fire death toll hits 55 amid search for victims
A search of wildfire devastation on the Hawaiian island of Maui has revealed a wasteland of obliterated suburbs and landmarks charred beyond recognition.
Mercedes throws down the EV gauntlet to long-time rival
Mercedes-Benz has continued to blaze its own trail in the luxury EV segment with its new electric E-Class equivalent, the EQE53 AMG.
Three metre sculpture carves out top Telstra art award
Artist Keith Wikmunea has won the prestigious $100,000 Telstra Art Award with Ku', Theewith & Kalampang: The White Cockatoo, Galah and the wandering Dog.
Murder-accused behind bars after deaths of wife, baby
Matthew James Cox, 31, sought mental health treatment about a year before the bodies of his wife and baby daughter were found in a central Queensland home.
Tensions rise in West African over Niger
Tensions are escalating between Niger's new military regime and the West African regional bloc that seeks to restore Niger's flailing democracy.
Maui residents had little warning before deadly fire
Many residents on Maui had little warning before having to flee for their lives from wildfires that have killed at least 55 people.
West African bloc builds military force for Niger move
West African nations are activating a stand-by force for possible use against the military junta in Niger while they seek the peaceful restoration of democracy.
Tino, Fifita re-sign with Titans in huge Hasler coup
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has re-signed until the end of 2033 and boom forward David Fifita until the end of 2026.