Australian natives to travel to the moon
Australian and overseas scientists will send a group of plants to the moon to track their resistance to harsh environments.
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Austin powers Roar’s ALM finals ambition
Brisbane were short on goals and lacking voice in finishing 11th last ALM season, something they hope recruit Charlie Austin can help with.
Bremner’s World Cup pride a juggling act
Sam Bremner is set to make her comeback for Australia at the Rugby League World Cup, having given birth twice since her last Test for the women's side.
Tomljanovic to lead Australia at BJK Cup
After a pair of grand slam quarter-final appearances this year, world No.34 Ajla Tomljanovic will lead Australia's Billie Jean King Cup finals team in Glasgow.
AGL dismisses billionaire’s board overhaul
AGL Energy is preparing for another showdown with billionaire shareholder Mike Cannon-Brookes after largely rejecting his plan for a board renewal.
Ex-NRL player Scott guilty of DV assault
Former NRL player Curtis Scott has been found guilty of domestic violence offences against his ex-girlfriend, long jumper Tay-Leiha Clark.
Regulator suspends Tas chief psychiatrist
Tasmania's chief psychiatrist, who has also held the role in several other states, has had his licence suspended by the national regulator.
Annie Ernaux given Nobel literature prize
French Author Annie Ernaux has been awarded this year's Nobel Prize in literature.
Brittany Higgins reveals new book details
Former political staffer Brittany Higgins has revealed at her rape accused's trial details about a book deal she secured worth more than $320,000.
Hydrogen key to decarbonise ammonia plant
A funding injection from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency will investigate decarbonising a Brisbane ammonia plant using green hydrogen.
Climate Council issues pre-budget wishlist
The government could fund electric vehicle chargers for every 12km of road with the $11.6 billion spent on fossil fuel subsidies, the Climate Council says.
Bathurst campers warned amid NSW drenching
People attending the annual Bathurst 1000 motor race will need to be careful as heavy falls across NSW raise concerns of widespread flooding.
Budget will balance inflation, rates: PM
The federal government has not changed its position on tax cuts legislated for 2024, the prime minister says as pressure mounts to rule out scrapping them.
Perre gets life for ‘barbaric’ NCA bombing
The South Australian Supreme Court has jailed National Crime Authority bomber Domenic Perre for life with no prospect of parole until he is in his mid-90s.
UN body rejects China rights debate motion
The United Nations human rights council has rejected a bid to debate alleged rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region, with many Muslim countries opposed.
Relatives cling to toys after Thai slaying
Traumatised relatives have gathered at a child day care centre in Thailand where a former policeman killed 34 people, most of them children.
Biden warns on Putin’s nuclear threat
President Joe Biden says Russian President Vladimir Putin is not joking when he talks about using tactical nuclear weapons.
Inland Rail probed for budget blowout
A government review into the $14.5 billion Inland Rail project will examine the line's route, as well as its schedule and cost.
Qld premier backs cops as DV inquiry ends
The Queensland premier admits the police force has "deep-seated" cultural issues with misogyny, sexism and racism, but those exist throughout society.
Palaszczuk Government overhauls sex education to focus on consent
Specialist advisers and professional development time for teachers are part of efforts to improve education about healthy relationships in Queensland.
Doctors alarmed over easing COVID-19 rules
Another COVID-19 wave is on its way to Australia, with the nation's peak medical body urging federal and state governments to rethink winding back restrictions.
Qld whale tangle ‘worst-case scenario’
A rescue is under way off a Sunshine Coast beach after a whale entanglement reportedly involving a mother and calf caught in a shark net.
Nani set for ALM debut in Victory’s opener
Former Manchester United and Portugal star Nani has been given the green light to start in Melbourne Victory's A-League Men season opener against Sydney FC.
Wallaroos facing sea of black at Eden Park
The mighty Black Ferns and a world record 40,000 screaming fans await the Wallaroos in their World Cup opener against New Zealand on Saturday.
Scoreboard not our focus: AFLW Swans
Sydney may have kicked off their first AFLW season with six successive defeats, but co-captain Lauren Szigeti insists the scoreboard is not the team's priority.
Wallaroos craving grand World Cup stage
The Wallaroos will begin their women's rugby World Cup campaign against hosts New Zealand at a packed Eden Park, but it's England who'll start title favourites.
Cop admits illegal border breach escort
A police officer who helped his daughter illegally cross the border into Qld amid COVID-19 restrictions has pleaded guilty to misconduct in public office.
‘Thou shalt not kill’ left in letterbox
A court has heard the message "thou shalt not kill" was left in Sharon Graham's letterbox, leaving her shaken, during a woodchipper death investigation.
Players see Hannay as ready for NRL job
Valentine Holmes claims Josh Hannay is ready for a full-time head coaching job in the NRL after working with him at North Queensland and State of Origin level.
Smith embraces his T20 licence to thrill
Steve Smith says he feels no pressure ahead of the second T20 clash with West Indies and has outlined the approach he will adopt to his batting in Brisbane.
Baynes a “scary” challenge for NBL Kings
NBA champion Aron Baynes will test Sydney Kings defensive weapons Xavier Cooks and Justin Simon when the reigning NBL champions host the Brisbane Bullets.