Victoria adopts national warning system
Victoria has become the first state to adopt the new national emergency warning system, which aims to give consistent messaging to residents across Australia.
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Vic woman who killed her baby granted bail
A Victorian woman who pleaded guilty to killing her baby has been granted bail to reappear before court later this month.
Iran accuses West of nuclear ‘blame game’
Western parties to the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran are "persisting in their blame game" instead of pursuing real diplomacy, Tehran says.
Search for William Tyrrell remains to end
Police will complete the month-long search for the remains missing toddler William Tyrrell on the NSW mid-north coast in coming days.
Perth win toss, bat first in BBL v Hobart
The Perth Scorchers have won the toss and elected to bat first against the Hobart Hurricanes in their Big Bash League clash at Bellerive Oval.
South Korea has deadliest day of pandemic
South Korea has marked its deadliest day of the pandemic with 94 virus patients dying within a 24-hour period.
Independents hit back over donor dob-in
Independents are outraged at a push by the special minister of state to report advocacy groups to the Australian Electoral Commission ahead of the election.
South Korean president meets with Albanese
South Korean President Moon Jae-in has held talks with Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese during a visit to Sydney on Tuesday.
No agreement as NSW train strikes escalate
Negotiations will continue on an agreement for train drivers in NSW after union members refused to drive foreign-built trains for a second week.
Roberts-Smith to see emails to soldier
Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted permission to view emails between media outlets and a soldier who potentially witnessed an alleged war crime in Afghanistan.
After-hours work comms causing stress
A University of South Australia study has found demands on staff to responds to texts and emails after hours is putting their health at risk.
Stokes confident on knee for Adelaide
Ben Stokes has backed himself to manage a knee issue for the day-night Ashes Test in Adelaide, giving the strongest sign yet he will be right to bowl.
US sailor faces hearing over warship fire
A junior US sailor has been charged with aggravated arson and the wilful hazarding of a vessel over a fire that destroyed the USS Bonhomme Richard.
Disability home CEO faces royal commission
The chief of a disability home provider says the sexual assault of a resident was not taken to her board as it did not occur while in the organisation's care.
SA nursing home fears amid more infections
SA Health has begun COVID-19 testing at a number of Adelaide nursing homes after two health workers tested positive, as the state recorded 12 new cases.
Alcott eyes prime-time grand slam send-off
Next year's Australian Open quad wheelchair final will be the feature match on Rod Laver Arena on Thursday afternoon for the first time.
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WA mum who killed girls awaits judgment
A judge has reserved his decision in the murder trial of a mentally ill Perth mother who killed her two young daughters before trying to take her own life.
Meat company fined over crushed worker
Warrnambool-based meat processor Midfield Meats has been fined $400,000 in connection with the death of stockman Patrick Smith in December 2017.
England mull big Ashes decisions: Root
England captain Joe Root says he has some big decisions to make about his bowling attack for the second Ashes Test against Australia.
Posties to embrace safer delivery mode
Australia Post aims to replace its entire motorbike fleet with electric delivery vehicles to help improve driver safety.
Vaccine cover bodes well for Omicron fight
Political leaders are determined not to let the Omicron variant push the country back into restrictions, as health experts urge people to get booster shots.
Refined technique helps Head hold firm
Travis Head is adamant he is more than just a one-trick pony, confident he is ready to grind out tough periods to go with his aggressive Ashes century.
US awards diggers Silver Star war medal
The US Charge d'Affaires has awarded two Australian soldiers a top military honour for their service with American forces during the Vietnam War.
BA apologises after braids policy fail
An apologetic Basketball Australia have been caught out standing by an outdated rule branded as "clear racial discrimination" by one of the players in question.
Blues camp hit by positive COVID-19 cases
More than 40 players and staff who attended a NSWRL training camp have been sent into isolation due to two positive COVID-19 cases.
US tornado toll rises to 74: officials
The official death toll from tornadoes that tore through six US states has risen to 74, with officials saying it could be weeks before the final tally is known.
Blinken commits US support to Indo-Pacific
Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will expand its relationships in Asia to push back against China's increasing assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific.
NSW budget under fire from auditor-general
The NSW auditor-general is reportedly refusing to sign off on the state's budget citing concerns over a controversial government-owned entity.
Vic mulls restrictions amid hospital rise
As COVID-related hospital cases climb, Victoria's health minister will soon announce if check-in and mask requirements will be relaxed.
Tasmania in ‘unique position’ to reopen
Tasmania will on Wednesday reopen its borders to all fully vaccinated travellers from mainland Australia.