Habitat destruction lacks oversight in Qld
A likely threatened species habitat the size of the Gold Coast may have been illegally cleared in Queensland without any consequence, a report says.
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Many children among Indonesia quake dead
The death toll from an earthquake in West Java has risen to over 250, with many children among the casualties because they were at school when the tremor hit.
FIFA blasted for OneLove armband threat
FIFA's threat to yellow card captains wearing OneLove armbands at the World Cup has been blasted by Australia's gay footballer Josh Cavallo.
Have faith: Socceroos coach Arnold
Coach Graham Arnold says the Socceroos must have faith, and do everything right, to cause a World Cup boilover against reigning champions France.
Vic parliament to return before Christmas
Just days before Victorians decide who will form government, both Labor and the coalition have committed to returning to parliament before the year is over.
Spending spree drives rise in confidence
Black Friday sales may be feeding into slightly elevated consumer confidence scores as savvy spenders pounce on discounted items.
Scott calls on Williams to hit major goals
Adam Scott has reunited with the man that caddied him to a Masters title, intent on more major golfing success after an encouraging 2022 campaign.
How electric vehicles will change cities
Australian cities could look very different as a design challenge reveals what living with electric vehicles could do to the buildings around us.
Ukraine faces harsh winter amid strikes
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy warns that half of Ukraine's power capacity has been crippled by Russia, as the country faces a winter with little to no heating.
PM visits flood-devastated NSW
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has visited central western NSW to see the flood damage and assess how devastated towns like Forbes are picking up the pieces.
Queensland Police to be restructured after domestic violence report
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk will restructure the police force to stamp out a culture of sexism, racism and misogyny, but the top cop will stay.
Qld government sacks Mackay Hospital board
The Queensland government has sacked the board of Mackay Hospital after multiple women complained about its gynaecology and obstetrics department.
Workplace law changes up in the air
The government is ferociously negotiating with Senate crossbenchers to pass its workplace relation legislation by Christmas despite concerns it's being rushed.
Family ties inspire AFLW star Lily Mithen
Laurie Mithen was a five-time VFL flag hero for Melbourne and AFLW star Lily Mithen hopes to add another premiership piece to the family legacy.
Sprinter Holt calls it a day
Para sprinter Isis Holt is at peace with her decision to retire from athletics after enjoying a glittering career.
Theranos founder Holmes gets 11 years jail
Onetime US billionaire Elizabeth Holmes has been jailed for more than 11 years for fraud at her failed blood-testing start-up Theranos.
Munster wary of Luai-inspired Samoa
Jarome Luai has had an impressive campaign for Samoa and his opposite number for Australia has warned his teammates to not underestimate his threat.
Some relief for temporary visa holders
Immigration Minister Andrew Giles has made some changes to travel restrictions for refugees on temporary protection visas but broader issues remain.
Man’s body found in flooded NSW town
NSW police believe a body found on the outskirts of flood-hit Eugowra is that of an 85-year-old man who was reported missing by his loved ones.
Vic Libs candidate distanced from party
A week out from election day, the Victorian Liberals have moved to distance themselves from an upper house candidate over her links to a controversial church.
Putting the screws on “toolies”: Police Minister issues warning to leave schoolies week alone
Queensland Police Minister Mark Ryan has issued a veiled warning to "Toolies" planning to crash Schoolies Week on the Gold Coast over the next seven days.
Smith, Starc star as Aussies claim series
Australia have secured a one-day international series win over England after Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc and Adam Zampa helped them to a 72-run win at the SCG.
Perth loss puts WBBL finals hopes on rocks
Melbourne Stars beat Perth Scorchers in a close WBBL clash in Moe to ensure the Brisbane Heat play in the finals and leave Perth relying on other results.
APEC leaders pledge stronger trade system
APEC leaders meeting in Bangkok have called for an end to Russia's war on Ukraine and pledged to steer the region's economies toward sustainable growth.
West Indies tested in tour game draw
The West Indies were 4-114 in reply to a NSW/ACT XI's 4-426 when their tour game in Canberra was declared a draw on Saturday.
Dees hold off North to reach AFLW decider
Melbourne will take on minor premiers Brisbane in the AFLW grand final after grinding out a 17-point win over North Melbourne at Ikon Park.
Roar goalkeeper stars in ALW win over Jets
Brisbane have beaten Newcastle 2-1 in their A-League Women season opener with Roar goalkeeper Hensley Hancuff a star on debut and winger Shea Connnors superb.
Harris under AFLW grand final injury cloud
Melbourne's Tayla Harris hurt her left shoulder in a marking contest but is expected to be fit for the AFLW grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
COP27 negotiators scramble to clinch deal
COP27 delegates are threatening to walk away if negotiators fail to make progress on fighting climate change as the summit struggles to seal an agreement.
Qatar critics are hypocrites: FIFA boss
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has launched an extraordinary attack on western critics of Qatar, labelling them hypocrites on the eve of the World Cup.
Belief high in NBL road warriors Taipans
Cairns coach Adam Forde is bullish of his side's NBL prospects after a tough victory over Brisbane made it five road wins from six trips this season.