Palaszczuk Government in U-turn on changes to land tax regime
A Queensland plan to calculate land tax based on holdings across the country has been shelved after pushback from other states.
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Old meets new in Australia Cup final
Some 742 clubs competed in this year's Australia Cup and the final pits one of the most celebrated clubs in the country's history against the newest.
Hidden surgery waiting lists a ‘scandal’
Hidden wait times for elective surgery mean it's impossible for patients to make an informed decision about whether to go public or private, the AMA says.
AFL star De Goey to stay with Collingwood
Jordan De Goey and Collingwood have agreed terms for a new AFL deal, with the star midfielder recommitting until the end of 2027.
Hurricane Ian heads for Carolinas
A revived Hurricane Ian is bearing down on South Carolina's coast and the historic city of Charleston, with forecasters predicting a storm surge and floods
Cairns cocoa experiment could go global
Nestled among lush rainforest in Cairns' sleepy northwest, a researcher slashes and snips at rows of densely packed trees in an effort to revolutionise the way cocoa is produced around the world.
Police pay tribute to fallen colleagues
Australian police have paused to pay their respects to colleagues killed in the line of duty at remembrance services across the country.
Luke Keary named in Ireland’s RLWC squad
Five NRL players have been called up to represent Ireland at the Rugby League World Cup, including Sydney Roosters halfback Luke Keary.
LJ stars as Opals advance to WC semi-final
Comeback queen Lauren Jackson put in her best game of the women's World Cup to date as Australia defeated Belgium to advance to the semi-finals.
Fourth leak detected on Russian pipelines
The Swedish coast guard has confirmed a fourth leak on the Nord Stream pipelines off southern Sweden.
Weed killer detected in Australian urine
A study has found eight per cent of urine samples collected from a group of Australians contain a common weed killer, while farmers spraying it had high levels.
NSW Serco prison officers walk off the job
Prison officers at Clarence Correctional Centre have gone on strike to protest low wages and staffing, but the operator is trying to increase staff.
Sustainability high in Aust minds: Woolies
Australian consumers 'give a damn' about sustainability and even more so than two years ago, a major retailer has warned business leaders.
Caddick’s husband accepts wife a fraudster
Melissa Caddick's husband has told her inquest he believed his wife was a straight shooter but now understands she was a fraudster.
Arthurs look to follow Cleary NRL lead
Brad Arthur once sought advice from Ivan Cleary on how to coach his son, now he and Jake are trying to join the Clearys as father-son NRL premiership winners.
Mandatory COVID isolation rules scrapped
National cabinet has agreed to end mandatory five-day isolation periods for people with COVID-19 - unless they work in hospitals or aged care.
Broke farmer turns to ‘rubbish’ technique
Australian farmers say a sustainable growing method from overseas has changed their lives, but not everyone is convinced by the system.
Burgess among England World Cup NRL stars
Tom Burgess and Elliott Whitehead are among six NRL-based players who will line up for England at the Rugby League Cup.
Koalas at risk of extinction, experts warn
Koalas are under threat and could eventually disappear due to urban expansion, loss of habitat, disease and climate change, wildlife experts claim.
Putin hosts annexation ceremony
At least 23 people have died in a Russian missile strike in Ukraine as Vladimir Putin hosted a ceremony for the annexation of Ukrainian regions.
Iran protests over woman’s death continue
Protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini have reportedly continued across several parts of Iran.
Eels to win, put club back on map: Price
Parramatta legend Ray Price is tired of waiting for the club's 36-year title drought to end, but says the mindset of the current team has given him belief.
Papali’i powered by Eels’ good luck charm
Penrith might be strong contenders for Sunday's NRL grand final, but Parramatta back-rower Isaiah Papali'i has a good luck charm on his side.
Adelaide bracing for first AFLW Showdown
Crows coach Matthew Clarke says the club can't bank on being favourites to win the first AFLW Showdown and expects an epic game between bitter Adelaide rivals.
Eels rule Opacic out, back Blake in NRL GF
Parramatta centre Tom Opacic has failed to recover in time from a hamstring injury and won't play in Sunday's NRL grand final against Penrith.
Agreement reached on domestic gas supply
The federal government and gas exporters have struck a new heads of agreement to ensure domestic supply of gas to the market for 2023.
Fireworks enthusiast ‘sorry for drama’
A now 43-year-old man with a fascination for fireworks has been sentenced after police found explosive materials in his home, causing two emergency shutdowns.
AFL players unsatisfied by racism response
The AFL Players' Association has called for a review of the industry's management of instances of racism following the release of a concerning report.
Queensland assures no flooding in hydro project
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has given a guarantee that no national parks will be flooded by the proposed Pioneer/Burdekin pumped hydro project.
Prison officer stabbed at Melbourne jail
A prison officer has been stabbed at a Melbourne jail, with police investigating and justice officials warning attacks would earn inmates more time behind bars.
Suu Kyi, Turnell get three-year jail terms
A court in military-ruled Myanmar has handed jail terms to former leader Aung San Suu Kyi and Australian economist Sean Turnell.