Work needed to combat encephalitis spread
An infectious disease expert says work is needed to understand the spread of Japanese encephalitis in southern Australia, as the government unveils a $69m plan.
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O’Sullivan kept lifelong dream a secret
Stand-in Penrith halfback Sean O'Sullivan knew two weeks ago he was going to debut for the Panthers but kept it secret from his own parents for the team's good.
Second death in suspicious Brisbane fire
A second person has died after a suspicious house fire south of Brisbane as police investigate a domestic violence link.
Warne returns home to where story began
Those who taught and played cricket with a young Shane Warne say the famed spinner never forgot where he came from.
Russian ambassador’s speech cancelled
The National Press Club has pulled the Russian ambassador's planned address as reports of war crimes and killing of Ukrainian civilians continue to emerge.
Stress took toll on late senator: Shorten
Tributes are flowing for Labor senator Kimberley Kitching, who died from a suspected heart attack, aged 52, in Melbourne on Thursday night.
Happy Lion Neale explains Fremantle flirt
Lachie Neale says that conversations about a potential return to Fremantle were only natural, but adds he's since committed to winning an AFL flag in Brisbane.
Russia keeps pressure on Ukrainian cities
Hundreds of thousands of people remained trapped in Ukrainian cities after talks between Ukraine and Russia's foreign ministers failed to bring respite.
Shane Warne comes home to his family
Shane Warne's family was waiting when a private jet carrying his body landed at a Melbourne airport on Thursday night from Thailand.
Qld to lure tradies for flood recovery
Interstate tradies are being encouraged to move to Queensland as the flood recovery continues and insurance claims for damaged homes reach $1 billion.
Mental health a post-flood priority: Hunt
A $31 million mental health package for flood-affected communities will focus on community resilience, psychological therapies and support for children.
Candlelit path for Demetriou’s NRL chance
Jason Demetriou has enjoyed one of the more comprehensive apprenticeships ahead of his NRL head coaching debut with South Sydney on Friday.
No quarantine for close contacts flagged
National cabinet has agreed to transition to no longer requiring all COVID-19 close contacts to quarantine.
Fifita puts off retirement for his kids
Sharks' Andrew Fifita considered quitting on a daily basis during pre-season but wanted to show his children he could return to the field from a five-day coma.
Secrecy surrounding Roberts-Smith’s VC
A former special forces soldier has told the Federal Court that Ben Roberts-Smith did not deserve the Victoria Cross that was organised "in secrecy".
Luckless Verrills in another NRL setback
Sam Verrills' battle to keep the Sydney Roosters No.9 jersey has taken a hit after he required surgery on a broken thumb suffered in NRL training.
Penrith make winning start to NRL season
Penrith have started the defence of their premiership in the best possible way with a 28-6 win over Manly to open the 2022 NRL season.
Hanlon impressive in Winter Paras debut
Josh Hanlon has made an impressive Winter Paralympics debut but Australia remains without a para alpine skiing medal in Beijing after Mitch Gourley missed out.
Labor senator Kimberley Kitching dies
Tributes have begun pouring in for Labor senator Kimberley Kitching, who has died from a suspected heart attack, aged 52.
RLPA question NRL over judiciary changes
The players' union claims the NRL has taken a step backwards, saying it is concerned for player safety under new judiciary penalties.
Heyman stars as Canberra, Roar draw in ALW
Canberra striker Michelle Heyman has finished the A-League Women's season with a hat-trick as United and Brisbane played out a thrilling 3-3 draw.
New skin cancer treatment trialled in Aust
A new treatment for non-melanoma skin cancer is being trialled in Australia as part of a global study.
Biologist puts shark sleep mystery to bed
An Australian biologist has proven for the first time that sharks do sleep and it's more than simply a fun fact.
ASX rallies after lofty oil prices ease
Investors relieved by easing oil prices have pushed the Australian share market to its best gain in four weeks.
Class action against cosmetic surgeons
A class action against controversial celebrity cosmetic surgeon Daniel Lanzer and four other doctors has been lodged in Victoria's Supreme Court.
Australia moving on from dull first Test
Australia are holding no grudges over the lifeless pitch rolled out for the drawn first Test and will be hoping to learn from their mistakes against Pakistan.
Qld court date over body found in concrete
A man arrested at Sydney Airport is being extradited to face a Queensland court after the body of a missing person was allegedly found encased in concrete.
Foreign minister meets Chinese ambassador
Foreign Minister Marise Payne has spoken to China's new ambassador Xiao Qian, delivering a frank assessment of Australia's concerns with the communist regime.
WA has 4535 new virus cases, three in ICU
Western Australia has recorded 4535 new COVID-19 infections, while the number of cases in hospital has grown to 80 including three in ICU.
Novavax takes first steps to kids’ vaccine
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has opened the door to Novavax applying in April to register its COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 and older.
Rio Tinto slashes ties with Russia
Rio Tinto is cutting all ties with Russian businesses, as it becomes the first major mining company toto annouce it