Expert questions practicality of China education pact
An Australia-China relations expert says a memorandum of understanding flagged for the education sector is unlikely to substantively change anything.
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Payne Haas to stay with Broncos until end of 2026
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has knocked back a $2 million-per-season offer from a rival suitor to sign a three-year extension deal with the Broncos.
Community shame fuelling NT domestic violence: inquest
A coronial inquest into the death of an Aboriginal woman has heard she should not have been removed from a domestic violence program designed to protect her.
Taumalolo ready to inspire Cowboys on finals charge
Jason Taumalolo will play his 250th NRL game on Thursday night against Cronulla and former Cowboys star Brent Tate says the co-captain is ready to inspire.
Spain beat Sweden to claim Women’s World Cup final spot
Spain have defeated Sweden 2-1 to book their place in the Women's World Cup final where they will meet the winner of Australia and England.
Thirty-five killed in Russia petrol station blast
At least 35 people have been killed in an explosion and fire at a petrol station in Dagestan in southern Russia.
Sudan ‘spiralling out of control’ as 1 million flee: UN
War in Sudan has caused more than one million people to flee the country, the UN says, estimating more than 4000 have been killed since fighting broke out.
Ukraine reports attack on silos, cargo ship sets sail
A Hong-Kong-flagged container ship, which had been docked in Odesa since February 2022, has left the Black Sea port despite threats from Russia.
Matildas’ belief sky-high for semi as WWC hype builds
Confidence is high and the Matildas are embracing the hype heading into their hotly anticipated Women's World Cup semi-final against England.
Deal for new dwellings to get nation’s house in order
A new target of 1.2 million dwellings and rental and planning reforms are among steps agreed to by national cabinet to tackle Australia's housing crisis.
Targets set to end gender-based violence in Australia
A third of Australian women have experienced violence by a partner, other known person or a stranger and two national plans aim to reduce those statistics.
Albanese to pitch unity ahead of Labor policy debate
Internal pressure is mounting over Labor policy relating to national security and the environment ahead of the party's national conference.
Niger junta says open to talks, Putin, US stress peace
Niger's military-appointed leader says the new regime is willing to talk with all parties, while Russia's president stressed the need for a peaceful resolution.
Maui death toll rises to 106 as fire recovery continues
Maui police are urging patience as a painstaking search for victims from last week's inferno continues, with 106 people dead and hundreds still missing.
Brother of NRL star Haas charged with drug trafficking
Zeda Haas, 19, and Kaharau Beer, 20, have been charged with drug trafficking offences after NSW Police stopped and searched a car in Newcastle.
Climate experts go cold on platform now known as X
Environment, climate and biodiversity experts are leaving the social media network formerly known as Twitter in huge numbers, a study reveals.
Trump vows to release report ‘proving’ election fraud
Despite zero evidence so far, former US president- Donald Trump says he will release a report next week that will prove there was voter fraud in Georgia.
World surfing’s Tahiti Pro back under way
Surfers have returned to the water at the WSL's Tahiti Pro, although Australia's Stephanie Gilmore faces a longer wait to discover her finals fate.
Transurban names new CEO, ups distribution 41pct
Toll road operator Transurban says current chief financial officer Michelle Jablko will replace Scott Charlton as CEO in October.
Endeavour Group raises a glass as profit lifts to $529m
The company that owns Dan Murphy's, BWS and more than 300 licensed pubs in Australia has lifted its profit even as consumers grapple with economic pressures.
Australia’s pact with California a sign of the climes
Australia will work with one of America's sunniest states to tackle climate change, protect biodiversity and fuel the renewable energy transition.
Magpies forced into big changes for Lions blockbuster
Collingwood will be without four of their best players this weekend after ruling Jordan De Goey and Bobby Hill out for the clash with the Brisbane Lions.
Benji to coach Tigers in 2024 as Sheens nears exit
Benji Marshall will coach Wests Tigers from 2024, one year earlier than planned, taking over from mentor Tim Sheens at the end of this NRL season.
Pacific Championships league Tests launched by Albanese
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga says the newly launched Pacific Championships can take rugby league towards a State of Origin fanfare internationally.
Australian shares suffer worst losses in six weeks
The local share market has finished down 1.5 per cent, with the technology, financials and materials sectors suffering even greater losses.
Tax fraudster ‘felt like disappointment’ before rip-off
Adam Cranston struggled at school and felt like a disappointment even before ripping off Australian taxpayers while his father was the deputy tax commissioner.
Weakness in economy continues as rate rises bite
With the labour market at a "turning point", a leading index of Australia's economic activity has produced its longest run of negative results in seven years.
Walsh in Kangaroos frame if he can play No.13: Meninga
Coach Mal Meninga says James Tedesco is set to play No.1 for the Kangaroos in the Pacific Championships but Brisbane's Reece Walsh could still earn a place.
Matildas providing lessons for AFL leaders Collingwood
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold's legendary penalty shootout performance has provided a lesson in resilience for AFL ladder-leaders Collingwood.
Man charged with murder after mother’s stabbing death
A major internal investigation has been opened after police only responded the morning after a mother of four had been reported stabbed the night before.
Demons slam ‘outrageous’ claims against coach Goodwin
Melbourne have slammed "unsubstantiated" and "outrageous" claims made against Demons coach Simon Goodwin.