Income averaging a longstanding practice, inquiry told
A former ministerial advisor has told the robodebt royal commission that income averaging had been used by "governments of both colours" for a long time.
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Rolfe trying to pervert course of justice, lawyers say
Lawyers for the NT Police have told an inquest into the death of Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker the officer who shot him is trying to intimidate witnesses.
Ex-teacher Leifer allegedly claimed accuser was needy
A woman allegedly sexually abused by former ultra-Orthodox teacher Malka Leifer told a counsellor she was told the abuse was to help get her over her neediness.
If China arms Russia, it will pay, says the US
China will face serious repercussions if it decides to provide lethal aid to Russia, the White House has warned.
A snapshot of round 15 A-League Women action
A-League Women competition leaders Western United have flexed their muscles with a club record 6-0 win over Newcastle Jets.
A snapshot of round 18 A-League Men action
Melbourne City striker Jamie Maclaren has edged to within four goals of Besart Berisha's all-time record after scoring a double in the 3-2 win over Sydney FC.
Russia isolated as UN marks one year of Ukraine war
The United Nations General Assembly has passed a non-binding resolution that calls for Russia to end hostilities and withdraw from Ukraine.
Homicide probe begins after Queensland man stabbed
Queensland police have launched a homicide investigation after a 20-year-old man died following a stabbing during a brawl south of Brisbane.
Power tower compensation offer draws mixed response
A scheme to compensate landholders for high-voltage electricity towers imposed on their properties has been met with mixed reactions from interest groups.
A year on, Ukraine asks for more Australian ‘mateship’
As Australia reflects on the first year of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the nation's ambassador says a "business as usual" approach won't secure victory.
Trust on the line in battle over plastic stockpiles
Coles and Woolworths have offered to deal with mountains of soft plastic stockpiled by a failed recycling scheme amid a push to have it wound up.
Blanchett, Luhrmann add to gongs with even more AACTAs
Avatar has won best film at the international AACTAs, while Australians Cate Blanchett and director Baz Luhrmann also added to their collection of awards.
Manly’s Aloiai adds support to NRL-wide Respect Round
Manly prop Josh Aloiai has backed Peter V'landys' push for an NRL-wide Respect Round, six months after he and other Sea Eagles sat out a rainbow-jersey match.
Corporate profits fuelling inflation, research finds
New analysis challenges the narrative that workers need to accept sluggish wage growth to tame inflation and says business profits are driving higher prices.
Killer’s jail time extended for ‘outrageous’ drug plot
Convicted killer George Marrogi and his girlfriend Antonietta Mannella have been sentenced for running a drug empire while the underworld figure is behind bars.
Opposition labels referendum a ‘vanity project’ for PM
The voice to parliament is a "re-election vanity project" for the prime minister who won't detail how the body will work, the deputy opposition leader says.
Kathleen Folbigg cops discover box of secret recordings
More than 500 hours of police tapes have been discovered as an inquiry into Kathleen Folbigg's convictions for killing her children reaches a crucial stage.
Super rivals Rebels and Force to resume hostilities
The Western Force host Melbourne in Super Rugby Pacific round one on Saturday night, opening a fresh chapter in the bitter rivalry between the sides.
Car pollution kills 11,000 Aussies, hospitalises more
More than 11,000 Australians are dying prematurely each year from vehicle pollution, according to a new study that calls for more cuts to car emissions.
RA chief won’t intervene in Jones’ Wallabies selections
Rugby Australia chief executive Andy Marinos says it is important new Wallabies coach Eddie Jones gets the team he wants for the 2023 World Cup in France.
Dolphins chairman buoyed by Cowboys’ 2022 example
Dolphins chairman Bob Jones has opened up on the club's roster hits and misses and why he has faith that Wayne Bennett's 'magic dust' will keep them on track.
NT cop who shot teen writes letter, leaves the country
NT policeman Zachary Rolfe, who shot Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker dead, has penned an open letter defending his character and left Australia.
Canberra eye ALW finals ahead of Wanderers battle
Canberra United will be aiming for a third straight win when they face Western Sydney, having revived their A-League Women season in their last two outings.
Watchdog says Qld youth laws will ‘erode basic rights’
National Children's Commissioner Anne Hollonds says Queensland's plan for tougher bail laws and more children's prisons will fail to improve community safety.
Eddie Jones in Townsville dash with Reds on Super trial
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones wanted to be there in person to watch the Reds' World Cup hopefuls, headlined by Harry Wilson, show their wares in Townsville.
Levi desperate to make an NRL home at the Raiders
Danny Levi goes into a fifth year at a fifth different club desperate to make Canberra his long-term home as he vies for a spot in their first-choice 17.
Jones’ huge Wallabies call on out-of-favour Vunivalu
Suliasi Vunivalu remains sidelined for the Queensland Reds but should clear his off-season schedule based on new Wallabies coach Eddie Jones' shining appraisal.
Jets co-captain O’Neill set for ALM return
Newcastle Jets host Western United with a chance to consolidate their top-four challenge and extend their late surge towards the A-League Men finals.
Sydney is all smiles and sequins for Mardi Gras return
With floats, costumes, and glitter at the ready, Mardi Gras is set to kick off, with 300,000 revellers expected at the spiritual home of the LGBTQI community.
Glory women aim to keep hot form going against Roar
Perth Glory's four-match unbeaten run has lifted them back into the finals mix, and coach Alex Epakis wants his players to keep the charge going.
Defiant Clayton lifts Qld to late Shield win over NSW
Queensland have come back from an early setback to collect an important five-wicket Sheffield Shield win over old rivals New South Wales.