Robodebt proposals created amid ‘pressure’
A public servant has denied at the robodebt royal commission that income averaging was fundamental to proposals, while telling of "ever-increasing" workloads.
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Russia shelling suggests shift of war aims
Russia has battered eastern Ukraine's front line in support of the Kremlin's apparently scaled-back plans to secure only the bulk of lands it has claimed.
Archer mentor spots Labuschagne concern
The man who mentored Jofra Archer as a teen in Barbados claims the England quick would've taken note of Alzarri Joseph's bouncer barrage at Marnus Labuschagne.
Nuclear subs dominate US ministerial trip
Australia's defence and foreign affairs ministers are in Washington DC for annual ministerial talks with their United States counterparts.
Marine fossil found in outback Qld
Palaeontologists have excavated Australia's first complete head and body of a 100-million-year-old long-necked marine reptile in outback Queensland.
Confusion over whether to report Houston
Hillsong's general manager told his boss Brian Houston about an allegation of sexual abuse against his father, but did not feel he had to report it to police.
Djokovic locks in Adelaide tennis return
Nine-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will play the Adelaide International before a return to Melbourne a year after his controversial deportation.
Scarlet Fever alert follows UK deaths
Parents are warned to be alert but not alarmed following numerous deaths linked to children contracting Scarlet Fever in the United Kingdom.
Bruce Lehrmann preparing defamation action
The man accused of raping Brittany Higgins has engaged lawyers for potential defamation action over statements, broadcasts and social media posts about him.
Smith happy to captain in Cummins’ absence
Steve Smith is happy to only be a one-off captain for Australia after Pat Cummins failed to beat a quad injury in time to play in the Adelaide Test.
Qld swelters through heatwave temps
A heatwave warning remains in place across much of Queensland, as authorities urge residents to take precautions.
NSW teen rapist claims sex was consensual
A teenager convicted for raping a fellow school student at a house party west of Sydney has claimed the act was consensual, attacking the victim's credibility.
Australian children failing fitness tests
Four out of five Australian kids are not getting enough exercise, prompting calls for a national plan to encourage them to get off screens and be more active.
Fleming rekindles career for royal rumble
Paul Fleming had retired from boxing but is now just three wins from a world title, the Indigenous talent captivating with his moves in and out of the ring.
Morrison was warned robodebt unlawful
Former prime minister Scott Morrison was warned the robodebt scheme would require law changes, but it was implemented anyway without any legislative tweaks.
Shiels hungry for more AFL at Kangaroos
A pitch from former Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson to combine recruiting and playing at North Melbourne convinced Liam Shiels to backflip on retirement plans.
Adam Simpson reaches out to Clarkson
The results of an independent investigation will determine whether new North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson will remain at the helm for next season.
Dolphins target Niu ahead of NRL debut
The Dolphins are in the market to add more strike power to their backline, with coach Wayne Bennett confirming talks are ongoing with Broncos fullback Tesi Niu.
Human remains found under Qld unit complex
A body has been found tightly wrapped in bedding and clothes under a unit complex in Brisbane's north where investigators are working to determine the identity.
Carnival sued over norovirus outbreaks
Carnival has been sued by passengers who say they suffered from diarrhoea and vomiting after being unnecessarily exposed to norovirus on eight separate cruises.
Hi-tech rehab for injured birds of prey
A high-technology wildlife hospital has opened in country NSW complete with a flight test facility for recovering birds of prey.
Brimson’s motivation as Titans eye rise
AJ Brimson, who will dedicate the NRL season to a fallen mate, has analysed the Titans' poor recent form and identified some fixes with new recruit Kieran Foran
World Cup wonder Goodwin happy at Adelaide
Socceroos winger Craig Goodwin enjoyed a stellar World Cup but plans to stay at A-League Men club Adelaide United rather than chase another overseas move.
Bennett explains why he signed Nicholls
Veteran prop Mark Nicholls was signed by Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett to set the bar high from day one about what the new NRL club stands for.
Qld man shares fatal fire marshmallow joke
James Morton Mason shared a joke about getting marshmallows for a house fire that killed his partner in audio played in Brisbane Supreme Court.
Electric vehicle chargers get a boost
More shopping centres and office buildings will get electric vehicle chargers as part of a new deal struck by one of Australia's largest property developers.
Warner drops bid to lift leadership ban
Australian cricketer David Warner has dropped his bid to have his captaincy ban lifted, hitting out at the process an independent review panel chose to follow.
Goodwin keen on Roar return in ALM
After starring at the World Cup for the Socceroos, Adelaide United skipper Craig Goodwin is keen to feature against the Brisbane Roar on his ALM return.
Bikies arrested after Qld home invasion
Police say they have arrested six alleged bikies after a violent home invasion south of Brisbane involving a case of mistaken identify.
Elvis film and Hemsworth big AACTA winners
Baz Luhrmann's box office hit Elvis has won best film at the AACTA Awards, with Chris Hemsworth also gaining recognition for screen industry contribution.
Indonesia releases Bali attacks bomb maker
An Indonesian official says Bali attacks bomb maker Umar Patek has been freed from prison on parole after serving about half his 20-year sentence.