Heartbreak as Aussie dies on Mt Everest charity climb
Australian engineer Jason Kennison has been described as courageous and adventurous after he died while returning from the summit of Mt Everest.
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Crows tip Walker, Thilthorpe to return against Lions
Adelaide expect forwards Taylor Walker and Riley Thilthorpe to return from injury as the Crows digest their 45-point loss to the Western Bulldogs
Government eyes tougher response to PwC scandal
The federal government remains under pressure to ban contracts with consultancy giant PwC after the firm leaked confidential government information to clients.
Graham a chance for Souths despite NSW withdrawal
Campbell Graham could still line up for South Sydney this weekend despite being forced out of the NSW camp on Monday morning with a sternum injury.
Dutton labels referendum a ‘reckless roll of the dice’
The proposed Indigenous voice to parliament would be an "overcorrection", the opposition leader told parliament during a debate ahead of this year's referendum.
Human rights abuses in spotlight during Indian PM visit
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is being urged to raise human rights abuses in India when he hosts his counterpart Narendra Modi.
Green power target will require ‘huge’ investment surge
A huge surge of investment will be needed for the government to achieve its green energy ambitions, senators have been told.
Ex-CEO behind waste cartel still working for firm
The former CEO of a Sydney waste firm caught fixing prices in a criminal cartel still advises the company's management team as a "consultant".
Jake Arthur a ‘massive loss’ for Parramatta: Moses
Jake Arthur is set for an immediate NRL move from Parramatta to Manly in what Mitchell Moses says is a huge loss for the Eels.
Court paves way for compensation for traditional owners
The Federal Court has rejected the Commonwealth's arguments regarding the potential for compensation to Gumatj people over leasing land to a mining company.
Vow to spare Victorian families COVID debt budget bill
Victorians are bracing for bad news as the state government prepares to hand down its 2023/24 budget, which is expected to tackle record debt.
Lost Qld firefighter remembered as ‘pillar of strength’
Izabella Nash has been hailed as an "outstanding" firefighter and "incredible human being" at a memorial service following her death after a factory blaze.
‘It is mine to lose’: Walsh will play No.1 his way
Queensland debutant Reece Walsh does not intend to relinquish his No.1 jersey to Kalyn Ponga and he will express himself in the State of Origin series opener
Trbojevic worn down by questions over fitness
Manly star Tom Trbojevic is adamant he has not been playing within himself, and is confident he can operate at full capacity for NSW in State of Origin.
Nichols downs Fitzgibbons to win Sydney Surf Pro
With her confidence down after missing the World Surf League tour cut, Sydney Surf Pro winner Isabella Nichols thought about not even competing in the event.
Grant’s daughter tells of fight against racist ‘filth’
Stan Grant is struggling after being the target of racist attacks and trolling, leading the Q+A host to step away from his role at the ABC, his daughter says.
Kangaroos communication breakdown led to bench blunder
North Melbourne have reviewed the chaotic final minute of their loss to Sydney, determining poor communication was to blame for a crucial interchange error.
AFL guns Oliver, Johannisen out with hamstring injuries
Melbourne' Clayton Oliver has had a minor setback and the news is worse for the Western Bulldogs' Jason Johannisen after the pair sustained hamstring injuries.
Man ‘drove to Qld to pick up drugs that never arrived’
Osman El-Houli has been accused of driving from Melbourne to Queensland to pick up drugs that never arrived after a plane loaded with cocaine crashed in PNG.
Queensland teen charged with stabbing after break-in
A 15-year-old has been remanded in custody after he was charged over an alleged break-in and subsequent stabbing at a Queensland home.
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Power bills to surge despite budget tipping modest rise
The energy regulator has confirmed double-digit power price rises will continue from July 1 despite the May budget's claims of curbing cost of living pressures.
Premiership coach Hardwick quits AFL club Richmond
Damien Hardwick, who coached Richmond to three premierships, has quit the AFL club amid the Tigers' lacklustre start to the 2023 season.
Pastoralists and traditional owners in fear of fracking
Traditional owners and Rallen Australia, which owns cattle stations in the Beetaloo, are worried a mining company is breaching its own environmental plan.
Hardwick the mastermind of a modern-day Tigers dynasty
Damien Hardwick will depart Richmond as a coaching legend, whose legacy rivals that of the great Tom Hafey.
Sudan relatively calm after week-long ceasefire begins
A ceasefire in Sudan intended to allow the delivery of humanitarian aid has come into effect.
Russia battles cross-border raids; not us, says Ukraine
Moscow is maintaining a "counter-terrorism operation" in the Belgorod region after cross-border attacks Ukraine blames on Russian opposition groups.
Q: How do you stop hate culture? A: Meet it with love
Stan Grant says he will respond to hate speech with love, but Australia's deputy prime minister is troubled by comments targeting the Indigenous journalist.
Parks chief struggled to find cash for pest control
The managers of Australia's national parks had to make tough choices during a decade of underfunding that prevented basic activities from being carried out.
Businesses, landlords slugged to claw back Vic debt
A tax will be levied on big business and landlords under a $31.5 billion state budget plan but there are fears it will flow through to ordinary Victorians.
Farming export success linked to sustainability
Australian producers are increasingly being asked to prove their sustainability with export sales dependent on growers being able to back up their claims.
No last dance as Hardwick stuns with end to Tiger time
Triple Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick has stood aside effective immediately, saying the Tigers are the football 'love of my life'.