Senator faces probe for bikie relationship
Greens senator Lidia Thorpe has referred herself to parliament's powerful privileges committee after failing to disclose a relationship with an ex-bikie boss.
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Woman’s body found in NSW flood emergency
The body of a woman who went missing in floodwaters has been found on a riverbank in NSW as the premier urges people not to drive on flooded roads.
Plaudits fly in for Indian superstar Kohli
Superstar Virat Kohli's extraordinary match-winning knock against Pakistan has been described as one of the greatest played by an Indian batter.
Diamonds skipper reflects on sponsor saga
Diamonds captain Liz Watson has no regrets about backing her Indigenous teammate Donnell Wallam despite the loss of a key Netball Australia sponsorship.
Government waives test fees in bid to recruit more Queensland Police
The Queensland government will waive fees for entry and fitness tests for police recruits amid concern about falling short of employment targets.
Sunak looks set to become next UK PM
Boris Johnson has quit the race to be Britain's next prime minister, leaving Rishi Sunak the favourite to take the job.
Ex boyfriend charged with woman’s murder
Queensland Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll says the alleged murder of a young woman by her former partner north of Brisbane is unacceptable.
Strong Diamonds vital, says NZ coach
New Zealand netball coach Noeline Taurua has weighed into Netball Australia's off-court dramas and vouched for the Diamonds' marketability.
‘Emotional’ Ross Lyon returns to St Kilda
Ross Lyon has been appointed for a second stint as St Kilda's senior coach, 11 years after walking out on the AFL club.
Call for support for doctors being probed
The chair of a health professional lobby group is calling on the federal government to change laws on claims against practitioners.
NSW, Vic pledge to power electric vehicles
Australia will get a boost to electric vehicle charging stations with another 500 to be delivered in NSW and 600 promised for Victoria.
Crichton’s Roosters deal finally complete
Angus Crichton's two-year extension at the Sydney Roosters has finally been rubber-stamped, with the club also signing Jaxson Paulo and Jake Turpin.
Labor gears up to hand down first budget
Soaring inflation and almost a trillion dollars of debt will set the scene for the Albanese government's first budget.
Budget tips $1b into regional grant revamp
Two new regional grants programs will be introduced by the Albanese government in the upcoming budget, to improve transparency of decision making.
Petrol price spike looms for motorists
Some retailers are already charging more than $2 a litre as cities move into the first new fuel cycle since petrol tax relief expired.
Samoa bounce back with big win over Greece
Samoa have bounced back from their opening round defeat by inflicting a 72-4 defeat on Greece at the Rugby League World Cup.
Cheika’s Lebanon down Ireland at RLWC
Michael Cheika-coached Lebanon have claimed a 32-14 win over Ireland to bolster their hopes of meeting Australia in the Rugby League World Cup knockout stages.
Tasmania, Qld the top-performing states
Tasmania and Queensland have the best economic momentum in the country as NSW and Victoria slide down the rankings.
NT killer cop cleared before murder charge
A Northern Territory policeman who killed an Indigenous teen was cleared of any wrongdoing before he was charged with murder, an inquest has been told.
Jury told not to rush on Lehrmann verdict
A jury in the trial for the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins has not yet reached a verdict after its third full day of deliberations.
States voice reasons for UN lock outs
The NSW government says some of the state's prisons are sub-standard, but blocked UN inspectors should visit countries not signed up to international protocols.
In-form Wanderers wary of Roar ALM test
Western Sydney are favourites for their ALM clash with Brisbane but Wanderers coach Marko Rudan and winger Brandon Borrello are wary of potential complacency.
Bad light robs Queensland of Shield win
Queensland's openers needed 16 runs from three overs to beat NSW in the Sheffield Shield clash in Sydney when the umpires called of play due to bad light.
Qld premier ‘pleased’ with new coal mine
The Queensland premier has welcomed the approval of the New Acland coal mine, which will produce up to 7.5 million tonnes per year until 2034.
Waller wildcard up to Cox Plate challenge
For the second year in a row, a horse with a high-class European record is looming as a threat to Anamoe winning the $5 million Cox Plate at Moonee Valley.
Josh Curran charged over alleged assault
Warriors forward Josh Curran has been charged over an alleged assault on a teenager on the night of the NRL grand final.
Marsh’s bowling final piece of T20 defence
Mitch Marsh is firming as a chance to bowl in Australia's Twenty20 World Cup opener against New Zealand, with the hosts now settled for their title defence.
Voll leads Heat to WBBL win over Renegades
A half-century by Georgia Voll was the decisive factor as Brisbane beat the Melbourne Renegades by 26 runs in their WBBL clash in Adelaide.
Panthers swap Staines for Tigers’ Peachey
Penrith winger Charlie Staines has signed with Wests Tigers as part of a swap deal that sees the Panthers welcome Tyrone Peachey back to the club.
‘Battered’ NSW braces for continued floods
Thunderstorms are forecast across inland NSW, the Mid North Coast and the Northern Rivers, posing flooding risks for multiple parts of the state.
Police keep tabs on released terrorists
The latest Australian Federal Police annual report has revealed there are 55 people serving jail time for terrorism with 19 due for release within five years.