Ukraine hails US aid amid ‘ceasefire’
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has welcomed a new package of military aid from the US, amid a ceasefire that Ukraine dismisses as a Russian ploy.
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Aussie science tackling rusty plant threat
Queensland scientists have developed an environmentally friendly RNA-based spray to help combat myrtle rust, which has wiped out many Australian plants.
Mossman Gorge search enters third day
Popular tourist attraction Mossman Gorge remains closed as the search for a missing swimmer enters a third day.
Pegula gives US a United Cup final lead
Red-hot Jessica Pegula has beaten Martina Trevisan to give Team USA a 1-0 lead in the best-of-five-rubber United Cup final against Italy in Sydney.
NT flood concerns ease, ex-cyclone weakens
While severe weather conditions have eased in the Northern Territory, authorities say record-breaking floods continue in WA's Fitzroy River catchment.
Taipans extend streak by beating Phoenix
The Taipans made it four wins on the trot without their MVP candidate Keanu Pinder, proving too strong for the Phoenix.
Pegula, Tiafoe give US big Cup final lead
Wins for Jessica Pegula and Frances Tiafoe have given the USA a commanding 2-0 lead over Italy in the best-of-five United Cup final in Sydney.
Fritz seals United Cup final win for USA
Wins for Jessica Pegula, Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz have earned the USA the inaugural United Cup mixed teams' title in Sydney.
Creek hurt as Taipans beat Phoenix
The Taipans made it four straight wins without their MVP candidate Keanu Pinder by beating the Phoenix, who lost star Mitch Creek to an eye injury.
Rockets kills 600 Ukraine soldiers: Russia
If Russia's claim to have killed 600 Ukrainian soldiers in a rocket attack is true, it will be the single largest loss suffered by Ukraine since the invasion.
Bolsonaro supporters storm Brazil Congress
In scenes reminiscent of Washing DC on January 6, 2021, about 3000 supporters of Brazil's own ousted far right leader stormed Congress and the Supreme Court.
Bolsonaro fanatics storm Brazil’s capital
In scenes reminiscent of Washington DC in 2021, about 3000 supporters of Brazil's own ousted far right leader have stormed Congress and the Supreme Court.
Property downturn biggest on record
The housing market downturn has eclipsed previous records as interest rate hikes continue to erode borrowing power.
Harry’s first memoir interview airs on TV
Britain's prince Harry is making four broadcast appearances over the coming days to launch here controversial memoir Spare.
None hurt in ‘deadly’ Russian strikes:Kyiv
Ukraine says a Russian rocket attack has done some damage, but not killed the hundreds of servicemen Moscow had claimed.
Man shot in arm after Brisbane altercation
An altercation on a Brisbane street has led to a man being shot in the arm and a number of other men being charged by police following the incident.
Melbourne beat Bullets in crucial NBL win
Melbourne United's finals hopes remain intact after Chris Goulding and Rayjon Tucker combined to put the Brisbane Bullets away in a 99-84 NBL win.
Bat maker Brown blasts Heat to BBL win
Josh Brown made a pulsating 62 for Brisbane and Michael Neser took a stunning outfield catch to secure a thrilling 15-run BBL win over the Sydney Sixers.
Crucial minerals underpin volatile exports
Riding geopolitics, rising costs and volatile prices, Australia will pick up its quest to supply more refined materials rather than being the world's quarry.
Russia bombs critical Kyiv infrastructure
Russia has extended its bombardment of Kyiv into the second day of 2023 with drones targeting infrastructure in the Ukrainian capital and surrounding areas.
Minister defends COVID travel advice snub
Mark Butler says he is taking an abundance of caution in requiring travellers from China to record a negative COVID-19 test despite advice against the measure.
Queensland to top grim national road toll
Queensland is set to top the nation's road death tolls in 2022 with a rise in fatalities being recorded by every state that's reported its figures.
CA, broadcasters agree new TV deal
Cricket Australia have struck a rich new broadcast deal with the Seven Network and Fox that keeps the sport out of the hands of international suitor Paramount.
Town’s nervous watch as flood levels hold
The expected peaking of floodwaters around the outback NSW township of Menindee has been pushed back as river readings remain steady below a 1976 record.
Public holiday call as SA survey launched
An influential union has called for Easter Sunday to become a public holiday in South Australia as residents of the state are urged to have their say.
Broncos star’s mum faces manslaughter charges
The mother of Broncos star Payne Haas has been formally charged with killing three people in a Gold Coast car crash.
Fritz ousts battling Zverev in United Cup
American world No.9 Taylor Fritz has taken barely an hour to beat Alexander Zverev, the German again struggling in his comeback from injury at the United Cup.
Economy at risk from China’s COVID wave
The treasurer says China's COVID-19 outbreak will weigh on Australian businesses, which rely on the country's customers and suppliers.
Record death toll sparks road safety talks
Queensland will hold a road safety summit after almost 300 people were killed on the state's roads last year, with the toll set to be the nation's highest.
Morris pulling right moves for Test debut
In the space of a month, Lance Morris has gone from surprise inclusion in the Test squad to a genuine chance for selection at the SCG this week.
Four die in Sea World helicopter tragedy
Four people have died and three others are critical after two helicopters collided near Sea World on the Gold Coast.