‘Intolerable situation’ in husband’s soup lacing death
A 69-year-old woman who admitted giving her husband an overdose that killed him is able to apply for parole after serving nearly three years in jail.
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All Blacks no B-Team, insists Wallabies’ Samu Kerevi
A much-changed New Zealand will still provide world-class opposition in the Bledisloe Cup return leg against Australia, Wallabies centre Samu Kerevi says.
Mum of slain teen lives with ‘gaping hole’ in her heart
The family of murdered teenager Michelle Bright have confronted her killer in the NSW Supreme Court, calling him a "monster" who tore their lives apart.
Zorko responds after Miller cops ban for QClash tackle
Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko has thanked the AFL for their cooperation after Touk Miller was stung with a belated one-game ban for a tackle on the Lions star.
Economy to limp along as rate hikes sting households
The latest set of forecasts from the Reserve Bank paints a more downbeat picture of Australia's growth through to the end of the year.
Norway welcome striker headache ahead of Japan clash
Star striker Ada Hegerberg could return for Norway against Japan while Spain take on Switzerland in the Women's World Cup round of 16.
Lycett, Dixon, Farrell outs add to Port’s AFL woes
Ruckman Scott Lycett is to undergo knee surgery while Charlie Dixon and Kane Farrell will also miss Port Adelaide's AFL clash with Geelong.
New Zealand to boost defence citing Pacific challenges
New Zealand must increase its military spending to meet increasing geopolitical and strategic challenges, Defence Minister Andrew Little says.
Reinvigorated Clarkson has regained AFL appetite
Alastair Clarkson returns to the hot seat on Sunday when he coaches his 400th AFL game, leading North Melbourne into battle with Melbourne.
Protections urged for threatened forestry workers
NSW MPs have been told of several violent attacks and threats against workers as tensions rise about the logging of culturally significant forests.
Aussie barley ready for China brewers with tariffs axed
Growers have welcomed the Chinese government's decision to lift tariffs on Australian barley imports, which were effectively shut out of the key export market.
Police backflip on details of Dutton’s Nauru briefing
Senior police have admitted Peter Dutton was not briefed about a bribery investigation of a businessman whose company was later awarded a home affairs contract.
Police appeal for public’s help to combat child abuse
Senior police say people can provide crucial leads in child abuse investigations by identifying objects in the background of images.
Police probe into PwC could take years to resolve
The head of the Australian Federal Police says investigations into matters such as an alleged tax leak at big-four consultancy firm PwC are challenging.
Matildas ready to seize opportunity as WWC opens up
Australia are determined to seize the opportunity of a lifetime at their home Women's World Cup as big names bomb out early.
Lawyer not guilty of wiping husband’s link to murder
Alev Rojda Oncu has been found not guilty of destroying evidence linking her husband to a murder, sighing in relief as she was dismissed from court.
Form irrelevant for Kingsley as GWS take on Swans
The Q Clash and Showdown results bear out Adam Kingsley's warning that form means nothing ahead of rivalry matches, as GWS prepare to play Sydney.
Rabbitohs back in Latrell Mitchell to fire on big stage
Canterbury football boss Phil Gould reckons Latrell Mitchell is yet to prove himself on the big stage, but Souths coach Jason Demetriou couldn't disagree more.
Short campaign on the cards for voice referendum
Anthony Albanese won't announce the date for the voice referendum at the Garma Festival but will instead use the event to discuss the benefits to communities.
In-form Raso says ‘maturity’ can help down Danes in WWC
Matildas winger Hayley Raso is enjoying the form of her life and says her experience can help "get the job done" as Australia face Denmark in the WWC's last-16.
US nuclear submarine surfaces in Australian port
An American Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine has docked in Australia for the first time since the AUKUS deal was signed.
Eagles aim to crack the code to end poor away form
West Coast will be out to post their first away win of the AFL season when they take on Essendon at Marvel Stadium.
Stabbed father ‘kept coming’ for man before fatal blows
Warren Toby kept coming for his daughter's partner despite being stabbed before he died on the front yard of a family Christmas gathering, a court has heard.
Defence housing development paused on NT cultural site
Defence Housing Australia has halted works on a project at Lee Point in Darwin following concerns from traditional owners over cultural issues.
Justin Holbrook returns to Roosters as assistant coach
Former Titans coach Justin Holbrook has revealed how close he was to joining Warrington and Canterbury, but says the lure of Trent Robinson's Roosters won out.
Accused child abuser faces court from aged care bed
An elderly accused child sexual offender has faced a Melbourne court from an aged care bed in Queensland over the historical abuse of seven boys.
Bennett’s Dolphins brace for sudden-death and Ponga
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga is the side's biggest threat in Perth but he has a more than handy No.1 in Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
‘Adult store murderer’ to be deported to New Zealand
Convicted killer Tara Gilbert will be sent to New Zealand upon his release from jail after serving 15 years of a life sentence.
Import guard Ian Clark joins Melbourne’s NBL title push
NBA and NBL title winner Ian Clark has joined Melbourne United on a one-year deal, while Cairns' signing of import Josh Roberts completes their roster.
Punchy hatch falls far from the Corolla tree
One of Australia's top-selling cars has delivered a hot-hatch version that's stirring more than senses.
Pharmacists to prescribe antibiotics for urinary tracts
Pharmacists in Western Australia have the green light to prescribe antibiotics for urinary tract infections in women, prompting backlash from doctors.