Aussie farmers sow seeds for stroll down sesame street
Sesame seed planting trials are taking place at several sites across Australia as industry figures look to boost production of the popular crop.
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Morrison approved money for Ukraine before advice given
An approval for money to be sent to NATO's Comprehensive Assistance Package Trust Fund for Ukraine was made before legal authorities were in place.
Minister ‘surprised’ by premier revealing resignation
Queensland's health minister has named her department's new boss, admitting she was surprised when the premier announced the director-general had quit.
Cracker night sparks warning over state border checks
Queensland authorities will begin random checks at the NT border to stop fireworks being illegally brought into the state after Territory Day.
Call for more staff to ease emergency department strain
The NSW government will tackle emergency department wait times with new urgent care clinics and virtual services but unions say more staff is the best option.
Rory Lobb ready for heat from former Dockers teammates
Rory Lobb was the focus of Fremantle's attention in their last meeting and the Western Bulldogs tall is ready for another attack from his former teammates.
Penrith’s Leniu could be Fittler’s Origin answer
After two devastating State of Origin losses plagued by bench mismanagement, Penrith's Spencer Leniu looms as a possible saviour for the Blues.
‘Unacceptable’ Walsh will learn lesson: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the Broncos will help No.1 Reece Walsh improve his behaviour after the fullback was hit with a three-week suspension.
Rowell, Daicos graduate to become AFL’s Yin Yang rivals
Bulldozing Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell and Collingwood ace Nick Daicos have graduated from schoolyard teammates to AFL rivals.
Two men to be sentenced after ‘shots fired at vehicle’
Todd Henry Sweeney and Daniel Joseph Page have appeared in court after shots were allegedly fired at a vehicle in Brisbane's north.
Blues star Curnow thriving despite knee issues
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow says he will need to manage knee soreness for the rest of his career but the Coleman medallist is flying despite the pain.
Hydrogen-powered trucks primed to roll out in Australia
The first prime-mover powered by hydrogen will hit Australian roads within months after PepsiCo revealed plans to trial the vehicle technology in Queensland.
Extended AFL mid-season bye period here to stay
The AFL has dismissed calls to trim the mid-season bye period back to one or two weeks, following an extended four-week stretch this year.
Wallaroos feel they’re chipping away at Black Ferns
Ahead of their Pacific Four Series clash, the Wallaroos feel they're getting closer to breaking the 23-game losing streak against world champions New Zealand.
Family won’t give up on missing mum and sibling
The children of Veronica Lockyer, who vanished in WA more than 20 years ago with their baby sister, say they'll never give up looking for the pair.
Foster mum demands evidence of Tyrrell criminal case
William Tyrrell's foster mother is demanding police reveal any evidence linking her to the boy's disappearance amid reports she could face criminal charges.
Pickett back in Tigers side to face Brisbane
Richmond utility Marlion Pickett will return to AFL action against the Brisbane Lions in round 16 after being granted bail by a Perth court earlier this month.
Smith and Head put Australia in full control at Lord’s
Australia have gone to stumps at 5-339 on day one of the second Ashes Test at Lord's, after a blazing 77 from Travis Head and with Steve Smith still in on 85.
Bairstow hailed ‘a hero’ after halting pitch protesters
Australia and England players stopped protesters from wrecking the Lord's wicket in the second Test, with even the British PM hailing Jonny Bairstow's actions.
Presumed human remains found in wreckage of Titan sub
Evidence from the wreckage of the Titan submersible, including what are likely human remains, will be transported from Canada to the US for formal analysis.
Suns in for Long haul to AFL finals as Magpies loom
Recruit Ben Long has reflected on a moment in Darwin he thinks could be pivotal in Gold Coast's hunt for a maiden AFL finals campaign.
Tigers easy prey for Lions in Gabba mauling
Brisbane's midfield set the tone and goal-kickers queued up for a piece of the action as the Lions thrashed Richmond by 81 points at the Gabba.
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Call to crack China’s dominance in critical minerals
Global demand for Australia's critical minerals is giving Treasurer Jim Chalmers optimism about mining's future in a net-zero emissions world.
Ultra-Orthodox principal ‘allergic’ to court hearings
Prosecutors have claimed former ultra-Orthodox Jewish principal Malka Leifer is allergic to the legal system, feigning mental illness to delay hearings.
Ex-NSW premier defends record after corruption finding
Ex-NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has called in her legal team after a watchdog made findings against her but decided against referring her for prosecution.
Hundreds of electric car discounts nabbed in final race
A rush to beat the end of electric vehicle subsidies is on in Victoria while hundreds of subsidies remain available in other states.
Australia urged to invest $100b in battery industry
A think tank has called for a critical minerals compact with South Korea to electrify the start of an onshore battery minerals processing industry in Australia.
Vaccine to protect Australian crocodile industry
Scientists have developed a vaccine for farmed saltwater crocodiles, boosting protection for the booming multi-million dollar industry.
How teachers and tourism could keep mining towns afloat
Mining regions will need support from governments to diversify their economies as the demand for fossil fuels declines, a report shows.
Ukraine accuses man of treason over missile attack
Ukraine's security service has detained a man suspected of helping Russian forces plan a missile strike on a restaurant in Kramatorsk that killed 12 people.
Aussie trio make final round of Wimbledon qualifiers
Aussies Storm Hunter, Olivia Gadecki and Marc Polmans have battled into the final round of qualifying, each just a match away from the Wimbledon main draw.