Police ‘had no consent’ to provide DV victim support
The officer in charge of the case of a domestic violence victim later killed by her partner says he delayed her support because he did not get her consent.
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Nicho Hynes masterclass dashes Cowboys’ finals hopes
Cronulla have moved to fourth on the NRL ladder and dashed North Queensland's finals chances with a 32-12 win in Townsville.
PM to stamp authority over nuclear submarine dissent
The federal government is set to avoid an embarrassing showdown following a push from within against the acquisition of nuclear submarines.
Injury denies departing Brooks a Wests Tigers send-off
Luke Brooks may not play for Wests Tigers again after picking up a calf injury in training.
Re-signed Haas happy with Brisbane’s title prospects
Payne Haas says the way the Broncos have turned around their title prospects convinced him to re-commit to the NRL club.
Call for more electric utes, chargers in regional towns
Australia needs policy changes, more vehicle chargers and a bigger focus on regional areas to catch up to progress in low-emissions transport.
Trump lawyers propose 2026 trial date in election case
"The public interest lies in justice and fair trial, not a rush to judgment," former US president Donald Trump's lawyers say.
James Tamou has called time on his NRL career
James Tamou has announced his retirement from the NRL after a decorated career.
Palestine, nuclear submarines cause rift within Labor
Labor Party faithful will air their concerns about the government's acquisition of nuclear submarines and the stalled recognition of Palestinian statehood.
Chief monk faces court over child sex abuse at temple
A chief incumbent monk has been charged with 13 sex offences allegedly perpetrated against three children he met at a Melbourne temple more than 20 years ago.
Magellan names new chairman amid big drop in profit
Andrew Formica will take over as Magellan chairman from Hamish McLennan as the fund manager announced its full-year profit dropped 57 per cent to $174 million.
Australia pays tribute to Vietnam veterans, 50 years on
The nation has marked the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War, which resulted in the deaths of thousands of soldiers.
Man on murder charge after tavern stabbing death
A 26-year-old man has been charged with murder after a person was fatally stabbed during a fight at a Gold Coast tavern.
Saints buoyed by Membrey’s return for AFL finals push
Tim Membrey impressed with a typically hard-running display on return from a knee injury and shapes as a key figure in St Kilda's push for an AFL finals spot.
Maui search 25 per cent complete, toll grows to 99
Nearly a week after a devastating fire in the resort town of Lahaina, Hawaii, many residents are still unable to return to their homes.
Pressure on national cabinet to address renter’s woes
Housing will top the agenda for national cabinet when it meets on Wednesday and government leaders are facing pressure to address a growing rental crisis.
Mind coach helps Broncos’ Walsh find balance and form
Brisbane's Reece Walsh has spoken of the valuable lessons learned from his suspension and the sports psychologist who has changed the fullback's perspective.
Aussies won’t end trip after ‘terrifying’ ordeal at sea
Rescuers let out a cheer when they found three Australians who spent two nights adrift at sea after a boat capsized during bad weather in Indonesia.
Slain woman removed from domestic violence support
An Aboriginal woman who died at her partner's hand was removed from a domestic violence support framework months before her death, an inquest has been told.
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Home insurance out of reach as climate disasters surge
The biggest rise in premiums in 20 years has raised concerns households may forego insurance and be even harder hit when the next disaster strikes.
Gina Rinehart defrauded her children, lawyer alleges
Billionaire Gina Rinehart committed fraud with iron ore mining tenements now worth billions of dollars, a lawyer for her two eldest children has told a court.
Mulitalo in tears after Graham’s retirement call
Wade Graham's decision to retire left his teammate Ronaldo Mulitalo in tears, such is the respect the co-captain commands at Cronulla.
No regrets for Nic Naitanui as Eagles ruck star retires
West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui says he has exhausted every avenue to keep his AFL career alive following a serious achilles tendon injury.
WA plan to stop spread of cane toads falters
The West's bid to stop the spread of cane toads is faltering, with the toxic pest having a big impact on native wildlife of the Kimberley region's coastline.
Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi
Sweden coach Peter Gerhardssen says the first Women's World Cup semi-final, an all-Euro clash with Spain, will display "lovely football".
McCartin calls time in AFL after concussion battle
Sydney defender Paddy McCartin has announced his AFL retirement because of concussion issues after 63 games with the Swans and St Kilda.
More time for inmate who smuggled drugs into prison
A man has been sentenced to more jail time over a scheme to conceal pure methamphetamine and another drug being on a prison visitor's body.
NRL footy boss backs controversial Cody Walker try
Graham Annesley has strongly defended some refereeing decisions from the weekend, including an onside call allowing South Sydney's Cody Walker to score a try.
Suspect pens statement to ‘clear up’ mushroom deaths
Erin Patterson, who cooked a meal suspected of killing three people, has claimed to police she also fell ill after eating a serving of the mushroom dish.
Mainland tree haven beckons endangered glossy cockies
More than 19,000 trees are being planted south of Adelaide in a bid to lure an endangered species of cockatoo found on Kangaroo Island back to the mainland.
Injured Wingard faces surgery with AFL career in limbo
Out-of-contract Hawthorn forward Chad Wingard will undergo surgery on a ruptured achilles tendon with no certainty over his playing future next season.