MP fighting child abuse charges ‘confessed to wife’
West Australian MP James Hayward sent an email to his wife admitting child abuse before he was charged, his trial has been told.
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Maxwell keen to play for Australia as long as possible
The 34-year-old Glenn Maxwell has no plans to retire from international cricket and believes his experience adds value to Australia's white-ball sides.
Aussies told to prepare as bushfire season starts early
Tricky weather conditions mean hazard reduction burns in NSW and other areas are behind schedule, sparking concern among firies about the upcoming fire season.
AFLW prize money to match men’s $1.1 million
AFLW players will receive less than the men in prize money despite the league committing to $1.1 million for both competitions due to a split in recipients.
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Premier warns he could unplug electric car subsidies
A $3000 rebate on new electric vehicle purchases in NSW is under review after treasury estimates found they could be pushing up prices.
Sky-high airfares on the radar to meet emission targets
Net-zero emission targets may ramp up the price of plane tickets as airlines face accusations of wasting capacity, putting an artificial cap on demand.
NRL backs mid-air tackle call in Manly loss to Warriors
Manly fumed after the referee chose not to award them a penalty at a crucial stage of the must-win game with the Warriors but the NRL has stood by the decision.
Tigers lock down NRL halves pairing with Sezer signing
Former Canberra halfback Aidan Sezer will return to the NRL in 2024, signing a one-year contract with Benji Marshall's Wests Tigers.
Treasurer issues challenge over offshore gas tax change
The treasurer has challenged the opposition and the Greens to pass new laws taxing offshore gas companies and bringing forward revenue to boost the budget.
Jonassen has eyes on T20 World Cup in Bangladesh
Australia spinner Jess Jonassen enjoyed a successful international T20 campaign in 2014 in Bangladesh and hopes to return next year a wiser and a better bowler.
‘Doubt me more’: Best thriving as Knights surge on
Bradman Best is crediting new levels of self-belief for turning him into one of the form centres in the NRL.
Rolfe told slain DV victim she made up a ‘silly story’
Kumarn Rubuntja was told by then NT police officer Zachary Rolfe that she made up a story about her violent partner, months before he ran over and killed her.
Off-duty officer confronted knife-wielding neighbour
An off-duty officer has told an inquest she has never encountered anything like the rage in Damon Savage when she confronted the knife-wielding neighbour.
Former cancer researcher accused of dodgy findings
A medical journal has retracted a study by a former leading Australian cancer researcher saying it is unlikely his experiments were actually performed.
‘Sadistic’: UK nurse jailed for life after baby murders
Nurse Lucy Letby, Britain's most prolific serial child killer in modern times, will spend the rest of her life behind bars for murdering seven newborn babies.
Storm Hilary slams southwest US with heavy rain
Storm Hilary, downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone, has unleashed heavy rain in the southwestern parts of the United States.
‘Cruel’ killer UK nurse jailed for rest of her life
A judge has sentenced nurse Lucy Letby to spend the rest of her life in prison for murdering seven babies in a case that has shocked the United Kingdom.
Five areas earmarked to boost living standards, wages
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Australia is one of the nations best-placed to respond to global economic headwinds, given the strength of its labour market.
Train project saga chugging along as parliament resumes
Child protection laws will be debated when parliament resumes in Queensland, where the opposition will continue attacks over a project blowout.
Firing up Indigenous knowledge puts heat on land care
Farmers, fire practitioners and Indigenous leaders are tapping into 60,000 years of experience to improve land management practices around the country.
Meaney open to utility role as Papenhuyzen nears return
Melbourne could use their Mr Fix-It Nick Meaney from the bench once Ryan Papenhuyzen returns from a long-term knee injury.
Ex-taxman’s son jailed a decade for ‘Ben Hur’ of frauds
Adam Cranston will spend at least a decade behind bars for his role in a $105 million tax fraud, which he committed while his dad was deputy ATO commissioner.
PCYC $56m boost for at-risk youth rolls out in QLD
Early intervention programs aimed at helping young people at risk of offending will benefit from a $56 million investment in PCYC facilities across Queensland.
Russia says it destroyed Ukrainian vessel in Black Sea
A Ukrainian vessel has been destroyed in an area in the Black Sea where Russian gas extraction facilities are located, the Russian Defence Ministry says.
Trump to turn himself in on Thursday in Georgia
There will be a "hard lockdown" of the area surrounding the Rice Street Jail in Atlanta, Georgia when former US president Donald Trump surrenders there.
Mock quake to test for cracks in emergency response
Australian and international crews will test their response to a major disaster when they stage a hypothetical earthquake in central Brisbane.
BHP warns on tax, productivity after plunge in profits
Profits and dividends are down at BHP on lower commodity prices, but the mining giant says it is managing inflationary pressures better than its rivals.
Woodside fatality, safety lapses mar strong first half
Woodside has reported a six per cent jump in profit to $A2.7 billion, but the death of contractor Michael Jurman has overshadowed its strong performance.
Coles profits rise as consumers skimp on eating out
Consumers are increasingly turning to supermarkets to ride out the cost-of-living squeeze, with Coles experiencing strong growth in sales revenue.
Former Qld premier Mike Ahern to receive state funeral
The family of former Queensland premier Mike Ahern have accepted an offer for a state funeral, which will be held on the Sunshine Coast.
Storm Hilary moves north after drenching California
Storm Hilary, downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone, has unleashed heavy rain in the southwestern parts of the United States.