Reef bad boy could perish as climate warms
The crown-of-thorns starfish could go from villain to victim as climate change kills off its food source - the Great Barrier Reef.
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Coal price cap decision not yet reached
Australia's energy sector is calling for billions of dollars in compensation if NSW and Queensland governments are asked to cap coal and gas prices.
Warner agent claims players told to tamper
David Warner's manager has claimed Australian players were given clearance to tamper with the ball by unnamed officials some 16 months before the 2018 scandal.
Mortgage cliff looms as cheap loans expire
Housing affordability has taken a hit from rising mortgage rates and spiralling inflation, bringing an end to the property boom, but buyers are more prepared.
Fighting intensifies in eastern Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has celebrated seizing territory in Ukraine as his forces press forward with air and ground attacks in the country's east.
Stosur, Hewitt to captain ‘hyped up’ Cup
Sam Stosur will be a playing co-captain for Australia in the maiden United Cup mixed tennis event that will debut in three cities across the country next month.
More German coup plot arrests to come
Police in Germany are set to make further arrests as investigations into a thwarted plot to overthrow the government continue.
Developments to face independent umpire
Labor has detailed how it will fix Australia's nature laws with green groups welcoming moves to shift development decisions to an independent adjudicator.
Giro winner Hindley to ride Adelaide Tour
Australian cycling star Jai Hindley and Great Britain's Chris Froome have committed to the January 14-22 Tour Down Under in Adelaide.
Bali bomb maker release a ‘difficult day’
The deputy prime minister says the Australian government will advocate for constant surveillance of the Bali bomb maker after his release from prison.
Pink-ball cricket Tests at critical point
Pink-ball Tests were meant to be part of the future of Test cricket, but it has been more than four years since one was held outside of Australia or India.
Power prices surge 23pct, reform needed
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has called for reforms to ensure surging power prices can be brought under control.
Australia on track for nuclear submarines
The United States, United Kingdom and Australian defence ministers have met in Washington for the first face-to-face conference under the AUKUS pact.
Nyika’s off-beat sanctuary for title shot
David Nyika could have set up base anywhere in the world, but has chosen Noel Thornberry's backyard gym in Gatton, Queensland for his boxing world title push.
Siosifa Talakai extends Sharks contract
Cronulla have handed Siosifa Talakai a new three-year deal to keep him at Sharks until the end of 2026.
Glencore reviews Qld coal mine plan
Swiss multinational Glencore is reviewing how its plan for a new $2 billion coal mine in central Queensland fits with its aims to cut emissions to net zero.
Flood-damaged roads to cost $3.8b to fix
The floods and torrential rains that have caused large-scale catastrophic damage to roads across several states has prompted calls to make them more resilient.
Aust family killed in US plane crash
Three members of an Australian family who were living in the US have been killed when a single-engine plane crashed in the Gulf of Mexico.
Pesutto crowned new Victorian Libs leader
Former shadow attorney-general John Pesutto has been crowned leader of the Victorian Liberals' after the party's third state election loss to Labor.
NSW coal mine expansion challenged
A community group has started legal action to stop the Mount Pleasant operation in the NSW Upper Hunter becoming the biggest open-cut coal mine in the state.
New top Liberal’s Victorian leadership vow
Four years after losing his seat, comeback MP John Pesutto will take charge of the Victorian Liberals after the party's third state election loss to Labor.
Houston ‘shocked’ by abuse report, twice
Hillsong founder Brian Houston was "shocked" by an allegation his father committed child sexual abuse both times he was told about it, a court has heard
Qld Bradfield Scheme ‘not feasible’: panel
An expert panel has rejected a scheme to irrigate western Queensland, but says four mini-water grids could help coastal areas adapt to climate change.
Lyrebirds losing their voices and habitat
Australia's lyrebirds are losing their impressive singing abilities because of habitat loss, with researchers concerned the species may disappear altogether.
No bail for truckie who planned NT escape
A Queensland truck driver charged over a fatal crash in 2004 has lost his bid for bail after talking to his partner about fleeing to the Northern Territory.
Prosecutor slams police over Lehrmann case
A letter from the ACT's chief prosecutor to police has highlighted concerns over the treatment of former Liberal Party staffer Brittany Higgins.
Qld drivers hit by L-plate ‘rip off’
Queensland drivers are being slugged more than $180 for a learner's permit, more than seven times the cost in other states.
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Queensland needs watchdog for vulnerable adults says Public Advocate
A commissioner is needed to prevent adults at risk of abuse and exploitation from falling through cracks in the system, Queensland's public advocate says.
ALM clubs bid to build on WC success
Clubs hope the return of Australia's national team players can be a springboard for re-energising the A-League Men as the competition resumes.
Bronco Mam bulks up for No.6 battle
Brisbane teenager Ezra Mam has competition for the starting five-eighth jersey next year and has packed on the kilos in a bid to add to his defensive clout.
Storm Academy designed to boost locals
Melbourne have launched a Storm Academy, with a dozen youngsters training alongside their NRL crop with the goal of boosting the number of homegrown players.