Treasury boss coy on future direction of PwC action
The head of Treasury has told a Senate estimates hearing he cannot comment in detail on action being taken against PwC because it may impact on a police probe.
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China’s military build-up stirs concern in Australia
A lack of transparency and assurances from China about why it's rapidly building up its military is causing concern in Australia.
Kiwis Olympic medallist Warbrick extends Storm deal
Bustling winger Will Warbrick, who won an Olympic medal in sevens rugby with New Zealand, has re-committed to league and extended his NRL deal with Melbourne.
University lecturer jailed for wife’s savage murder
University lecturer Adam Brown has been jailed for up to 24 years for murdering his wife during an argument over childcare at their Melbourne home.
Warning on Indigenous voice debate becoming ‘racist’
The debate over the Indigenous voice is becoming heated and campaigners on both sides are calling for civility to avoid divisive, racially charged arguments.
Ewing targeted as Medina and Brazilian fans attack WSL
Australian surfer Ethan Ewing has received a death threat on social media by a Brazilian fan after Gabriel Medina questioned WSL judging.
Aussie stars make golden start to French Open campaigns
Fighting trio Storm Hunter, Thanasi Kokkinakis and Jason Kubler have given Australia a flying start to the French Open in Paris.
Vic premier isn’t feeling the pinch after McGowan exit
Despite serving more than eight years as Victorian premier, Daniel Andrews says he is not suffering the same exhaustion cited by his resigning WA counterpart.
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Battery industry investors wary as plug pulled on grant
A hub for Australian-made materials for the world's electric car batteries is in doubt after the federal government pulled the plug on a $120 million grant.
Dawson ‘noticed’ student after seeing topless photo
Convicted wife-killer Chris Dawson had sexual activity with a student at the school he taught at, but not while she was his student, his lawyer says.
Crown to lay down $450m for money laundering breach
Gaming group Crown has reached an agreement over its multimillion-dollar penalty for breaching the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing act.
Tszyu fight in doubt after dog-bite injury
Interim world boxing champion Tim Tszyu could be forced to pull out of his first title defence after requiring surgery following a dog bite on the arm.
Hendriks lauded after returning to MLB from cancer
The Los Angeles Angels hitters showed no sentiment for Australian pitcher Liam Hendriks as he returned to Major League Baseball after recovering from cancer.
Hooper unlikely to play on for Wallabies beyond 2023
Champion flanker Michael Hooper, the most-capped Wallabies skipper in history, has all but ruled out extending his decorated Test career beyond 2023.
Crunch period for Warriors begins against Dolphins
The Warriors are looking to bounce back from a close defeat to Brisbane in a historic first game against the Dolphins.
‘Do your duty’: Maroons embrace ‘Tosser’ Turner legacy
Queensland players will wear an inspiring phrase coined by Maroons 'Godfather' Dick 'Tosser' Turner on the inside of their collar in Adelaide on Wednesday.
Bruce Lehrmann settles defamation case with News Corp
News Corp and former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann have settled a defamation case over the media firm's coverage of Brittany Higgins' rape allegations.
Popular leader’s exit won’t stop Labor going for seats
The prime minister has reaffirmed Labor's commitment to going after West Australian seats held by the Liberal Party at the next federal election.
Rifles found buried, man charged over jewellery robbery
Buried rifles have allegedly been discovered by police during a raid with a man now charged over the armed robbery of a jewellery store in Brisbane's south.
‘Big shoes to fill’: Slater backs tyros post- Papalii
Coach Billy Slater has tipped Tom Flegler and Reuben Cotter to fire for Queensland in the State of Origin as they look to fill the gap left by Josh Papalii.
Calls for reform to Qld justice system ‘in crisis’
Queensland's decade-long incarceration rate rise has prompted calls for a more evidence-based approaches in a justice reform report.
Treasury says corporate profits not driving inflation
Unions and others have pointed the finger at corporate profits as a major driver of inflation, but Treasury is not convinced that argument stacks up.
Blues out to apply pressure on Maroons rookie Walsh
Brad Fittler says NSW want to take Queensland State of Origin debutant Reece Walsh to uncomfortable places at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday night.
Appeal bid denied for son of man who aided wife’s death
The son of a man who was jailed for aiding his wife's death has failed in his bid to open an inquest after an application for leave to appeal was refused.
Cats star Hawkins gets behind Blues forward McKay
Triple Geelong premiership forward Tom Hawkins has empathised with out-of-form Harry McKay's plight in front of goals for struggling Carlton.
After McGowan exit, Palaszczuk insists she has energy
A day after WA Premier Mark McGowan cited exhaustion for his departure, Queensland's Annastacia Palaszczuk says she still has the energy to keep going.
‘Wanna fight?’: Teens exchanged texts before stabbing
A teenager accused of stabbing another boy to death was sent videos of his ex-girlfriend pretending to be intimate with the alleged victim.
Tigers to focus on own game as Raiders rest Croker
The Wests Tigers will focus on their own game to try to keep their winning momentum as Canberra opt to rest their skipper so he can reach a milestone at home.
South Sydney’s Graham back after NSW Origin injury blow
South Sydney centre Campbell Graham is back in the team for his club side, after missing NSW State of Origin selection through injury.
Concerns Queensland power prices to rise over Callide
The Callide C joint venture has revised the return to service dates for two units at the incident-prone coal-fired power station have been pushed out to 2024.
Pangai primed to make instant Origin impact: Fittler
NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler is confident Tevita Pangai Jr will keep his emotions in check in the heat of battle.