High Court to hear Harry bid to cite ‘secret agreement’
The High Court will rule on Prince Harry's bid to rely on a "secret agreement" between Buckingham Palace and a tabloid publisher in his hacking lawsuit.
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Babysitter charged over Adelaide toddler’s death
A man who was babysitting an Adelaide toddler has been charged with the boy's murder after the child was taken to hospital with head injuries.
Queensland voters sour on Palaszczuk government
Queensland voters have turned on Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk's government, according to a poll that marks Labor down on the cost of living, crime and health.
Top prosecutor extends leave ahead of Lehrmann report
As the ACT government awaits the Lehrmann trial inquiry report, the territory's chief prosecutor has extended his leave.
Demons star Clayton Oliver expected to miss again
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver has failed to complete a crucial training session and seems destined to sit out a sixth-straight match for the Demons.
China warns Australia to hand over activist ‘fugitives’
China has told countries harbouring Hong Kong activists to stop providing a safe haven after arrest warrants were issued for two Australian residents.
We won’t underestimate Tigers: Sharks coach Fitzgibbon
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon is expecting a response from the Wests Tigers following their 74-0 mauling by North Queensland in their last outing.
Radical shift to ‘rigid’ Vic euthanasia laws ruled out
Barriers to accessing Victoria's voluntary assisted dying scheme have caused considerable distress for terminally-ill patients and their families, a study says.
Childcare fee hikes hitting low-income families hard
Out-of-pocket childcare expenses climbed during the past four years and low-income families are faring worse as fees rise.
Bad bosses face jail if SA industrial death laws pass
The South Australian parliament will consider proposed laws to make industrial manslaughter a criminal offence with a maximum 20-year jail term.
Crowdfunding for officer who shot French teen shut down
A French far-right figure behind a crowdfunding campaign for the family of a police officer who shot a teenager, triggering riots, is closing the account.
Bennett’s 2020 babes now Maroons marauders for Billy
Queensland Rugby League chairman Bruce Hatcher says Maroons coach Billy Slater has continued the legacy of Wayne Bennett and given young guns an Origin crack.
NSW’s Cook not averse to Origin centre reprise
There's little chance of NSW repeating their call to move Damien Cook to centre for Origin III, but the Rabbitohs rake would be up for the challenge.
Foley, O’Connor named in Australia A side to face Tonga
Test coach Eddie Jones has included 13 Wallabies in an Australia A team that will face Tonga in a chance to push for inclusion in this year's Rugby World Cup.
Struggle to understand woman’s murder of husband
Her daughter, her barrister, and the judge who will sentence her are all struggling to understand why Dale Vella shot her husband through the eye as he slept.
No loss of housing pressure in Qld’s project pipeline
Queensland's government is working to boost housing supply while sticking with an ambitious infrastructure pipeline of new hospitals and Olympic upgrades.
Corruption watchdog referrals skyrocket since launch
The new corruption watchdog warns against weaponising referrals after receiving more than 300 online submissions and phone calls since opening at the weekend.
Maynard joins Mihocek on Collingwood casualty list
Collingwood will be without Brayden Maynard and Brody Mihocek for their round-17 match against the resurgent Western Bulldogs.
Brothel owner sold cocaine during ‘downward spiral’
Police started surveillance of a former Gold Coast brothel owner after clients complained about drug use at his business.
Tigers to regain Martin, Prestia among five changes
Dustin Martin and Dion Prestia will return as Richmond host Sydney on Thursday night at the MCG, with pressure a key focus for the Tigers.
Suns boss denies Hardwick talks, backs Stuart Dew
Gold Coast chief executive Mark Evans says he hasn't spoken to Damien Hardwick about replacing under-fire coach Stuart Dew.
Tasmania trashed as ‘Australia’s most secretive state’
Tasmania has the highest rate of freedom of information refusals in the nation and average review request wait times have tripled in five years, analysis shows.
Whittaker prepared for most ‘dangerous fight of career’
Robert Whittaker hasn't fought in the UFC octagon since September 2022 and knows Dricus Du Plessis has nothing to lose in their UFC290 bout.
Seven’s loss as Ben Roberts-Smith legal bill looms
Seven Network and Kerry Stokes' firm will hand over material to three news publishers pursuing them for legal costs over Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation loss.
To’o tips Luai to rise from NSW Origin axing
Jarome Luai won't feature for NSW in State of Origin III but his good mate Brian To'o says the Penrith five-eighth has taken the axing in his stride.
Taupau extends at Broncos, Haas out until round 21
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has ankle tendon inflammation and will be unavailable until round 21, while fellow front-rower Martin Taupau has inked a new deal.
NRL players could ditch media for months amid CBA war
Players will boycott game-day media commitments, including during State of Origin III, as part of an ongoing CBA dispute between the NRL and the RLPA.
Court backs green light on Narrabri coal mine expansion
Climate activists say a court's decision to dismiss their bid to stop Whitehaven's Narrabri coal mine expansion was "out of step with community expectations".
Retaining Ashes not enough as Australia hunt series win
A draw at Headingley will retain the Ashes for Australia but captain Pat Cummins has made clear only winning the Test and wrapping up a series victory will do.
Consumers misled about ‘guaranteed’ parking, ACCC says
A company which owns over 450 car parks across Australia falsely claimed consumers could reserve parking places by booking them, the consumer watchdog has said.
Swifts expect Sterling to play Super Netball decider
The NSW Swifts are expecting Adelaide's star defender Shamera Sterling to be fit for the Super Netball grand final after an injury scare at training.