Treasurer seeks to soothe budget relief inflation worry
Jim Chalmers says his budget will not fan inflation or lead to more interest rate rises but some leading economic experts are not convinced.
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Jenny Craig’s Australian customers, staff await answers
Jenny Craig has gone into voluntary administration after earlier saying a decision to close US offices would not affect Australian and New Zealand services.
‘Political conspiracy’ to derail Lehrmann case: inquiry
The ACT's top prosecutor feared a political conspiracy added to police pressure not to proceed with the trial of the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins.
FBI says it sabotaged ‘tool used by Russian spies’
US authorities say they have disrupted malicious software, known as Snake, allegedly used by Russian spies.
Coles to discard soft-plastic bags by the end of June
Coles says its decision to phase out soft-plastic shopping bags nationwide will remove 230 million of them from circulation within a year.
Housemate charged with murder over stabbing death
A 66-year-old man has been charged with murder over the alleged stabbing death of his housemate in Queensland's far north.
Jury finds Trump guilty of sexual abuse, but not rape
A jury has rejected writer E. Jean Carroll's claim that Donald Trump raped her but has found him liable for sexual abuse, awarding her $US5 million.
Calls for petrol ban to speed up electric swap
One in four new vehicles sold in Australia could be electric by 2025 but a group of energy experts says a ban on petrol cars would speed up the move.
Campbell re-signs with NRL’s Titans, open to new roles
Gold Coast's Jayden Campbell is keen to continue developing his versatility and has signed a contract extension that ties him to the NRL club long-term.
Up to $70,000 in payments to lure doctors to rural Qld
A day after announcing up to $20,000 in incentives to attract police to Queensland, the state government has made a similar pledge for health workers.
Man extradited from Queensland over alleged $24m fraud
A businessman has appeared in a NSW court, accused of being involved in a $24 million fraud that targeted "mum and dad-type" investors as well as businesses.
Money will come, Vic premier says after Games snub
The federal budget contained no money for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, but Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews insists his state will get financial help.
Boost for Sydney FC as fans call off finals boycott
Sydney FC's active supporter group say they are calling off their boycott of the A-League Men side's finals clashes ahead of the semi against Melbourne City..
New faces into Wallaroos rugby squad for Fijiana Test
Coach Jay Tregonning has included 11 new faces in his Wallaroos squad ahead of the Test against Fijiana, ringing the changes after last year's Rugby World Cup.
Walters hits 300 as Bronco player, coach but best ahead
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has his own milestone match against Melbourne on Thursday night as his old Storm coaching mentor Craig Bellamy awaits.
Environment groups blast ‘timid’ biodiversity funding
Australia's shocking loss of nature will not be fixed under a federal budget like the one delivered on Tuesday, conservation groups say.
Former AFL boss Demetriou backs Northern Territory club
Former AFL boss Andrew Demetriou is a "big fan" of the Northern Territory's bid to become the competition's 20th club.
Missing mother found alive after seven days in bushland
A woman who went missing for a week in north Queensland bush has been found alive after surviving on puddle water and commandeering an all-terrain vehicle.
Why time is running out for hybrid vehicle tax discount
Hybrid car buyers have less than two years to secure a tax discount, according to the federal budget which revealed further investments in electric vehicles.
Mum desperate for answers over backpacker death
The safety of international backpackers is being probed at a Queensland inquest into the death of a German tourist in a ride-on lawnmower accident.
Tszyu questions ‘drunk’ Charlo’s willingness to fight
Tim Tszyu is promising to expose Jermell Charlo, if and when the American steps into the ring with him after twice postponing their unification blockbuster.
Storm’s Bellamy set to make coaching call next week
Craig Bellamy says he's sick of thinking about whether to stay on as head coach Melbourne for a 22nd NRL season and will make an announcement next week.
Welch happy to see fellow prop Haas lead Dally M charge
Ahead of their Thursday NRL clash, Melbourne's Christian Welch is delighted to see a fellow prop in Bronco Payne Haas on top of the Dally M leaderboard.
Knights hit back at NRL mid-season holiday critics
Senior Newcastle players Tyson Frizell and Daniel Saifiti have defended the NRL club's decision to allow players to take holidays during their bye week.
NCA bomber, police killer Domenic Perre dies in custody
The man jailed for the bombing of the National Crime Authority office in Adelaide in 1994 that killed a police officer has died while serving a life sentence.
Deaths trigger warning over illegal opioids in Qld
Queensland authorities have issued a warning about black market opioids, with police investigating potential deaths in relation to the drugs.
Police investigating after sudden death of baby girl
A crime scene has been declared following the sudden death of a baby girl at a home on the Gold Coast.
NT budget locks in roads and ports for mining future
The Northern Territory is on track to return to surplus by 2026-27 as mining royalties and a greater share of GST boosts the coffers, Treasurer Eva Lawler says.
Renegade MP and Minns’ mate wins vote in new NSW parly
NSW Labor has improved its chances of passing government legislation, with Nationals MP Ben Franklin and an independent elected to oversee parliament's houses.
Wildcats sign French rising star Alexandre Sarr
The Wildcats have tapped into the NBL's Next Stars program for the first time, signing highly touted NBA draft prospect Alexandre Sarr on a one-season deal.
Police recruits offered $20,000 lure to boost Qld force
The enticements for interstate and overseas police officers and certain university students come as Queensland defends it's youth justice response.