Umpire delivers 15pct aged care wage rise
Aged care workers have been awarded an interim 15 per cent pay rise by the Fair Work Commission, but unions say it is only the first step.
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Aust shares gain, finish week up 1.6pct
The local share market has climbed in afternoon trading to finish Friday up 0.5 per cent, with energy and mining sectors particularly strong.
NSWRL survive fresh challenge on court day
The NSW Rugby League board has survived an emergency meeting aimed at ousting four directors, just hours after a court hearing against the NRL.
Kearney, Rennie return for North in AFLW
Captain Emma Kearney and Kim Rennie are big inclusions for North Melbourne, while Geelong have named star Georgie Prespakis for their AFLW elimination final.
Aussies win but lose control of T20 fate
Australia have defeated Afghanistan but are now relying on Sri Lanka to beat England if the hosts are to advance to the T20 World Cup semi-finals.
Hyundai’s baby SUV in its wildest form
There's a small green button inside this Hyundai Kona which, when pushed, unleashes the full potential of its 206kW and 392Nm.
Indigenous families give AFL ultimatum
Four Indigenous families say they will take part in an investigation into racism at Hawthorn if the AFL admits to its own failings on the subject.
Fortune hospitalised before Huni fight
Justis Huni's high-profile trainer Justin Fortune has revealed he discharged himself from hospital hours before the heavyweight's fight against Kiki Leutele.
Demons surge to AFLW final win over Crows
Melbourne have survived an early onslaught from reigning premiers Adelaide to storm home and win their AFLW qualifying final by 21 points at Ikon Park.
Taipans hand United an NBL drubbing
Cairns have won a game at home for the first time this season, and they have done so in style by hammering Melbourne United by 25 points.
Rocked Huni prevails in heavyweight test
Heavyweight prospect Justis Huni has been given a huge scare by underdog New Zealander Kiki Leutele before winning a unanimous points decision to move to 7-0.
Putin backs civilians leaving Kherson area
Russian President Vladimir Putin says civilians in parts of Ukraine's Kherson region should be helped to leave the area ahead of a Ukrainian advance.
Aussies ponder what ifs at T20 World Cup
While hoping for a Sri Lankan win over England to keep them alive in the T20 World Cup, Australia's Glenn Maxwell is pondering the what ifs.
Understated PNG loom as World Cup threat
Workmanlike and underestimated, PNG hope to cause an upset when they take on England in the Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals.
Qld energy jobs focus among Labor leaders
The Queensland premier has put a call out for workers to fill thousands of roles at public energy companies as part of the transition to renewables.
Government eyes energy crisis quick fixes
Albanese government ministers will discuss possible regulatory interventions to ease energy prices in a cabinet meeting next week.
Australia not off climate hook – yet
Australia heads to this year's climate summit having ditched its climate laggard tag but observers say the reputational repair task has only just begun.
Lost in transit: airport oddities for sale
From a ukulele to a hoverboard or massage table, Brisbane Airport's lost property auction offers up some weird and wonderful finds.
Sydney FC wary of goal-shy Brisbane Roar
Brisbane Roar have scored just one goal this season and will be desperate to secure their first win when they host Sydney FC.
Power struggle: charging challenge for EVs
Australia's switch to electric cars is accelerating but connected a charger to every home threatens to put the brakes on progress.
Addo-Carr gets five as ‘Roos thump Lebanon
Lebanon's Rugby League World Cup campaign is over, suffering a 48-4 defeat at the hands of Australia in Huddersfield.
Independent inquiry into Medicare fraud
Health Minister Mark Butler has launched an independent inquiry into fraud, inappropriate billing and over-servicing within the Medicare system.
Woman allegedly pulls knife on Qld police
Queensland police tasered a woman when she allegedly pulled a knife out as she was being questioned for dangerous driving.
Daniel Andrews blasts ‘smear and innuendo’
The Victorian premier has issued a blistering statement about "smear and innuendo" surrounding an investigation by the state's anti-corruption watchdog.
Pregnant woman ferried through NSW floods
Emergency responders helped a pregnant woman whose waters had broken get to hospital after the NSW town of Forbes was cut in two by floodwaters.
Hand a concern but Huni’s IQ, grit lauded
Justis Huni's ability to adjust his tactics mid-fight have been lauded but the heavyweight hopes another hand injury won't slow his progress.
Tupou, Skelton aim up for French Test
Australia must end France's 10-Test winning streak if they're to notch back-to-back victories for the first time in more than a year on Sunday.
Aged care unions welcome interim wage bump
Unions have welcomed a 15 per cent pay rise for some aged care workers but say the wage increases should be bigger and broader.
Finch’s future in limbo with Australia out
Aaron Finch will finish up as Australia's third-most prolific run-scorer in white-ball cricket if his international career is over after the Twenty20 World Cup.
Redbacks catch Hughes short in run-spree
Daniel Hughes was run-out at the bowler's end just as it appeared inevitable the century-maker would steer NSW past South Australia's 331 one-day Cup target.
Alleged bikie faces Qld counterfeit claims
An alleged outlaw motorcycle gang member has been charged alongside a 27-year-old woman over what police say is a counterfeit money and ID operation.