Bereaved mum’s next fight after DV murder sentence win
The mother of a woman murdered by a former partner is hoping to redefine her daughter's legacy as she pushes for more prison time for offenders.
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McVeigh suffers injury blow for battling Snakes
The Cairns Taipans have hit another speed-bump in a difficult NBL season, losing star forward Jack McVeigh to a wrist injury.
NRL star’s mum ‘aberrant’ with grief before fatal crash
The mother of NRL star Payne Haas thought she was going for walks with her dead, firstborn son before a crash that killed three, a court has heard.
Weather bureau defends warning ahead of deadly flood
A senior meteorologist says the weather bureau's warnings were "clear and timely" before a flash flood that killed two people and led to more than 100 rescues.
Parents of alleged victims of monk abuse reveal shock
The loved ones of several girls allegedly sexually abused by the chief monk at their Buddhist temple have spoken to a jury in the second week of his trial.
Titans hope to know Bellamy call before pre-season
Josh Hannay is set to start his first pre-season as Gold Coast coach in November, and the Titans hope to know by then if Craig Bellamy will coach there in 2027.
‘Wanted to blow holes in him’, bikie murder trial told
A sniper who shot dead a bikie boss has told a trial for the man who allegedly ordered the killing how the accused detailed the way he would like him taken out.
Labuschagne makes emphatic Test case with another ton
Marnus Labuschagne has hit his second straight Sheffield Shield century for Queensland to all but ensure he will be in Australia's Test team to start the Ashes.
‘Unlikely champion’ Titmus an alltime Olympic great
While some Australians have won more Olympic medals competing in more Games, Ariarne Titmus will go down as an alltime great for her 400m freestyle triumphs.
‘Not good enough’: govt slammed for crime data bungle
A tough on crime government has apologised after releasing bungled victim data however an advocate says it is "not good enough" and called for transparency.
Valkanis aiming to bring dormant memories roaring back
Michael Valkanis has explained how his Brisbane Roar side will attempt to regain the faith of fans and bring success back to the A-League club.
Crypto crackdown targets ATM laundering rackets
Powers to crack down on money laundering schemes linked to cryptocurrency and crypto ATMs could help vulnerable international students.
‘For the birds’: doubt ageing coal plants can go longer
Coal stations are reaching their end of-life and need to be retired, the Climate Change Authority chair says, regardless of moves to keep them running longer.
Tiger opener blazes timely runs in Test reminder
Jake Weatherald has sent an authoritative reminder to Australian Test selectors with a blazing innings to catapult Tasmania into the box seat against WA.
Embattled French PM survives no-confidence votes
France has avoided further political chaos after its prime minister survived votes of no confidence in parliament, with a hard job ahead on the nation's budget.
Afghanistan blames Pakistan for twin drone strikes
Afghan authorities say Pakistani forces carried out two drone strikes on Kabul on the previous day.
Another Healy ton powers Aussies into World Cup semis
Skipper Alyssa Healy has made up for a bad day in the field with another century to power champions Australia into the semi-finals of the World Cup.
Israel, Hamas trade blame over truce violations
Israel remains committed to a ceasefire deal, and is urging Hamas to return the bodies of deceased hostages yet to be handed over.
Fruit-picking McEvoy eyes short course, long career
Cam McEvoy thinks he can go even faster in his 30s as the Olympic and world 50m freestyle champion relishes the growing interest in short-course swimming.
‘Kind of boring’: senator sick of party navel gazing
Suggestions that the coalition might benefit from a split along ideological lines are nonsense, a senator says, as a "boring" debate on its future continues.
Zelenskiy to seek US missiles in shadow of Putin summit
The surprise announcement of a US-Russia summit casts doubt on prospects of Ukraine getting Tomahawk missiles when its leader meets with President Donald Trump.
Anangu leaders meet King to mark Uluru handback
A group of Anangu Traditional Owners have spoken with King Charles at Australia House in the United Kingdom.
Medvedev turns Aussie slayer again in Kazakhstan
Adam Walton has lost to the rejuvenated Daniil Medvedev in the last-16 of the Almaty Open while fellow Sydneysider Aleksandar Vukic was also defeated.
Push for more girls in sought-after selective schools
Attempts to boost the number of girls in state selective schools will be introduced as parents flock for spots once more.
KISS founding member, guitarist Ace Frehley dead at 74
Ace Frehley, founding member of the glam rock band KISS, has died at 74 after complications following a recent fall.
‘A privilege’: NRL stars embrace their island heritage
Emerging super powers Samoa and Tonga will field formidable teams loaded with NRL talent in the third edition of the Pacific Championships.
Aboriginal family alleges racism on referendum day
An Aboriginal family has filed a discrimination claim against the Australian Electoral Commission, alleging they experienced racism on referendum day in 2023.
Piastri’s rival accepts blame as F1 title race heats up
McLaren has sided with Oscar Piastri in the post-mortem that followed a controversial clash in Singapore, with Lando Norris accepting he was at fault.
Treasurer lays groundwork for ‘golden’ US minerals deal
Australia is pushing for zero US tariffs and is dangling the carrot of a deal for critical minerals ahead of the prime minister's meeting with Donald Trump.
‘Vicious’ killer slammed and locked up for 25 years
A murderer will spend up to 25 years in prison for his "disturbing" fatal stabbing of a blameless man who was trying to resolve a fight.
‘Coolest thing’: WNBL building a reputation in WNBA
WNBA player Jade Melbourne says the WNBL is becoming a league which fosters the next batch of stars as her Capitals prepare to start the season.