Four charged after Sydney blockade protest
Four climate change activists have been charged with multiple offences after blocking traffic in Sydney in a demonstration that angered the NSW premier.
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RBA warns watching inflation, wages data
The Reserve Bank of Australia board has left the cash rate unchanged, but warns it will be monitoring inflation and wages figures in coming months.
Rich wants to break Geelong duck in 250th
Brisbane defender Daniel Rich has lauded coach Chris Fagan for his mid-career revival ahead of a 250th AFL game against Geelong on Friday.
Madden keen on Tigers, not NRL auditions
Off-contract Jock Madden is not letting the thought of only having one more week guaranteed in the Wests Tigers No.6 jersey cloud his mind against Cronulla.
Tigermania sweeps Augusta National
Tiger Woods has practised for the second day running at Augusta, raising hopes that he will play in the 86th Masters.
Wallaroos eye Test return ahead of Cup
Rugby sevens gold medallist Shannon Parry is relishing the prospect of a Wallaroos return after two Tests were scheduled in Queensland next month.
Labor lays out commitment to farmers
Labor leader Anthony Albanese has outlined a new $500 million National Reconstruction Fund for the farm sector and a plan to improve regional communication.
Tino backing Titans’ defence against Eels
As they prepare to face Parramatta for the second time in five weeks, Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is backing the Titans defence to shutdown the Eels.
Ease isolation rules, PM encourages states
The debate over the future of COVID-19 isolation rules is hotting up as Scott Morrison urges premiers to weigh up the benefits of lifting restrictions.
Smith eyes Tiger-like double at Augusta
In-form Aussie Cameron Smith fancies his chances of joining Tiger Woods as only the second golfer to win The Players Championship and Masters in the same year.
Qld ditches vaccine rules at pubs, cafes
Rules barring unvaccinated patrons from public venues including pubs, cafes and restaurants will be ditched in Queensland from April 14.
NSW defends pay ahead of health strike
NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet has shot down any discussion of a pay increase ahead of a planned health worker strike
Big games like old times for City recruit
Melbourne City's upcoming ALM clashes with Sydney FC and Melbourne Victory before an Asian Champions League campaign have recruit Carl Jenkinson buzzing.
Man charged over 2020 Melbourne murder
Detectives will apply to have a Queensland man extradited to Victoria after he was charged with the 2020 murder of a woman in Melbourne.
DCE’s latest deal to make more history
Daly Cherry-Evans' new NRL deal is poised to make him become the most-capped player in Manly history, with teammates stating he is among all-time greats.
Manly have plan for life without Trbojevic
Manly insist they are no longer the same team that went 0-4 without Tom Trbojevic at the start of last year and are now better equipped for life without him.
Grand Prix sued for $8.7m over Robbie show
The Australian Grand Prix Corporation is being sued for more than $8.7 million over the cancellation of a Robbie Williams concert in March 2020.
Wallabies brace for Eddie’s England
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie isn't sure how Eddie Jones will respond tactically from a disappointing Six Nations when they arrive in July for three Tests.
US move caps Matilda Chidiac’s big month
Matildas midfielder Alex Chidiac has capped a big few weeks by sealing a move to NWSL club Racing Louisville for the 2022 season.
Murder charge after body found in Hervey Bay
A 57-year-old man is due to face court charged with murder after a body was found at an industrial complex in regional Queensland.
PM defends intervention in local branches
A court has dismissed a challenge to Liberal candidate selection in three NSW seats, clearing one of the last hurdles for Scott Morrison before the election.
Ukraine envoy invokes ANZAC identity
Australia has added a range of luxury goods on an export embargo to Russia, as Ukraine's envoy likens Kyiv's war effort to the Anzac experience in World War I.
Aust defence missiles package fast-tracked
Defence Minister Peter Dutton has announced new missiles with a 900 kilometre strike range will arrive years ahead of schedule to arm the RAAF and navy.
West plans more Russia sanctions
Evidence that Russian troops killed civilians in northern Ukraine has prompted Western nations to promise more sanctions against Moscow.
Climate report a ‘file of shame’ -UN chief
The United Nations' latest climate change report catalogues the "empty pledges" that will make the world 'unliveable', says Secretary General Antonio Guterres.
NSW court upholds Liberal candidate picks
The endorsement of three federal Liberal MPs as candidates in the upcoming election has been upheld by a NSW court in a win for Prime Minister Scott Morrison.
Roberts-Smith witness denies memory issues
A former soldier has stood by comments he told war veteran Ben Roberts-Smith to "pull your head in" after he allegedly ordered a mock execution in training.
Star lawyer failed on ‘do the right thing’
A senior lawyer at Star Entertainment has been quizzed over whether he lived up to the gaming giant's corporate values at an inquiry into The Star Sydney.
Ex sailor shares story of bullying, abuse
The Australian public would be "absolutely horrified" by the victimisation of a former navy sailor, a royal commission has been told.
RBA’s Lowe warns higher inflation ahead
Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has warned higher rates of inflation are ahead, signally he will be keeping watch on data results in coming months.
Vaccines critical for winter protection
A surge in flu cases could be delayed until winter 2023, but health experts say it is still a good idea for Australians to protect themselves with a vaccine.