Labor sets record for women in cabinet
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled the make up of his first frontbench, with a record 13 of the 30 members being women.
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Russia facing resistance in Donbas region
As the Russian offensive continues across Ukraine's eastern Donbas region, the European Union agreed to ban most imports of Russian oil.
Joyce planned ‘transition’ from leadership
David Littleproud says taking the Nationals' top job was no reflection on his predecessor, as Barnaby Joyce revealed he had a leadership 'transition' plan.
Hrustic the key as Rogic out for Socceroos
Former Socceroo Alex Brosque says Ajdin Hrustic has to be the man to step up and star in Australia's World Cup play-offs after Tom Rogic's shock withdrawal.
Flu prompts urgent appeal for blood donors
A flourishing flu season has led to a plummet in blood supplies across the country, with Australians being urged to roll up their sleeves and make a donation.
Qld plans tougher smoking, tobacco laws
A proposed crackdown on tobacco in Queensland could lead to a smoking ban at outdoor markets and the licensing of vape sales.
China shelves Pacific regional agreement
China is shelving a Pacific regional agreement, despite saying the proposal had general support from island nations.
Hawks swoop on Gilroy before AFLW deadline
Irish defender Aileen Gilroy has swapped one set of stripes for another on AFLW expansion signings deadline day, joining Hawthorn from North Melbourne.
Qld hard man Cotter to aim up in Origin
Queensland debutant Reuben Cotter will be giving away 15cm and 11kg to opposition lock Isaah Yeo in next week's State of Origin opener.
Cop shooting of burning man to be probed
The death of a man shot dead by police in Brisbane after setting himself alight and dousing a woman with petrol will be the subject of a December inquest.
Probe into cop shooting after knife attack
The death of a man who was shot by police after stabbing an English tourist in the back in Brisbane's CBD will be the subject of an inquest next year.
Massive cold front to bring low-level snow
A cold front is set to bring snow, rain and damaging winds to much of southern and eastern Australia.
Addo-Carr call hardest of Fittler’s tenure
NSW coach Brad Fittler says Canterbury's poor start to the NRL season has cost Josh Addo-Carr, admitting dropping him was his hardest State of Origin call yet.
Qld physio on trial for sexual assaults
A physiotherapist has been accused of sexually assaulting two female patients on the same day at a clinic in Brisbane's north.
Virus vax mandate challenged in Qld court
A legal challenge to Queensland's requirement for police and health workers to have COVID-19 vaccinations has begun in a Brisbane court.
New solution to cleanse toxic PFAS legacy
An Australian company has developed a ground-breaking way to destroy harmful PFAS chemicals.
Floods left NSW towns ‘exposed’: inquiry
A failure to plan was behind "devastation" caused by severe flooding to towns across northern NSW, an inquiry has been told.
Man pleads guilty over baby girl’s death
A Queensland man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter after an 11-month-old girl died southwest of Brisbane.
I’m not money hungry, says Broncos’ Haas
Payne Haas says the length of his next NRL contract is what has caused him to request a release from the Brisbane Broncos.
Sydney to challenge Franklin’s AFL ban
Sydney megastar Lance Franklin will challenge a one-game suspension offered to him by the AFL for striking Richmond's Trent Cotchin.
Reds hatch plan to shut down star Mo’unga
The Queensland Reds will be aiming to turn the tables on the Crusaders when the teams lock horns in Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final.
New head for prime minister’s department
Professor Glyn Davis has been appointed to lead the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, replacing Phil Gaetjens.
Reprieved Arnold up for WC play-off task
Having been backed to see the job through, Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is determined to make the most of a second chance to qualify for this year's World Cup.
AGL cans split plan, leadership to quit
AGL's leadership team will quit after billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes succeeded in foiling the energy giant's planned demerger.
Shanks’ husband linked to Mexican cartels
A Mexican state's attorney-general has linked the disappearance of Australian mother Tahnee Shanks to drug cartels in Cancun.
Overseas Aussies face long passport waits
Australians based in New Zealand looking to renew their passports face waits of over three months.
ALM shares grief for Macarthur’s Davila
Australia's football community has expressed its shock and sympathy to Macarthur FC captain Ulises Davila following the sudden death of the Mexican star's wife.
Wighton gets centre-stage Origin reprieve
Jack Wighton is confident he is ready to perform at centre in State of Origin after Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.
LNP focus on health in Qld by-election
LNP candidate Bryson Head is campaigning on health capacity problems in the by-election for the Queensland coal mining seat of Callide.
Slater’s Maroons unknown, but no underdogs
In his first act as Queensland coach, Billy Slater marched his side down Caxton Street to be met by Maroons great Wally Lewis, who delivered a rousing address.
Tassie AFL bid faces hardest yards: Fagan
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says it's a no-brainer for a Tasmanian team to enter the AFL but warns the bid faces its hardest yards before an August vote.