‘Vested interests’ protest against housing tax changes
The property industry is challenging the government's modelling on the impact the federal budget will have on renters and housing supply.
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Electric truck U-turn could let them pull their weight
Australian companies are missing out on opportunities to save money and pollution with electric trucks due to a lack of support and inconsistent rules.
Dentists who see signs of DV given new tools to respond
Dentists can be among the first health professionals to identify signs of abuse in their patients, but many don't know what they should do next.
Israel PM tasks army to take 70 per cent of Gaza Strip
Israel should expand its military control over the Gaza Strip to 70 per cent, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.
Blues evolving but can they take down the Cats?
Carlton's recent resurgence under caretaker coach Josh Fraser will receive a huge test when they face Geelong at the MCG on Friday night.
‘It is crazy’: Skippers call for Origin date change
Women's State of Origin would be a better product for fans and players if it was played during the NRLW competition insist the Queensland and NSW captains.
Iran, US reach deal to extend ceasefire 60 days: report
US and Iranian negotiators have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to extend a ceasefire by 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear program.
WHO reports 906 suspected Ebola cases in DR Congo
The head of the World Health Organisation is travelling to the Democratic Republic of Congo to oversee efforts to battle an outbreak of Ebola.
Down and out in Paris: Sinner feels heat in boilover
History-bound Jannik Sinner has suffered an incredible collapse to bow of the French Open, ending the most dominant duopoly in the annals of men's grand slams.
Dasha wins but Aussie giant-killers’ Paris dreams melt
Resurgent Daria Kasatkina has earned a French Open third-round date with the world No.1 but Adam Walton and Kimberly Birrell have been knocked out in Paris.
Bluewash: NSW claim historic women’s Origin clean sweep
NSW have beaten Queensland 12-4 in the final match of the women's State of Origin series to make history with lock Olivia Kernick starring on the Gold Coast.
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AFP defends Roberts-Smith arrest as media leak probed
The AFP has denied leaking details of alleged war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest to the media as it backed its prosecution of the former SAS soldier.
Simply elite: in-form Cats wary of rejuvenated Blues
Carlton are a perfect 2-0 under interim coach Josh Fraser and are aiming to take a big scalp when they lock horns with Geelong on Friday night.
Cash-strapped FA ‘not reliant on’ Socceroos Cup bailout
Forced to make cost-cutting measures, cash-strapped Football Australia aren't placing any pressure on the Socceroos to go deep at the World Cup.
‘I’m so scared’: jewel fraudster jailed for sham heist
The owner of a jewellery store and a man he hired for a fake robbery in a $2.5 million attempted insurance fraud could both walk free from jail in months.
‘No apology’: NRL backs referee Klein’s send-off call
The NRL has supported Ashley Klein's controversial and game-changing decision to send off Kalyn Ponga, saying the Origin whistleblower got the call right.
‘Closer to not finding him’: no trace of missing boy
The outback hunt for a missing boy has been "relentless" and "demoralising" as a fresh search finds no trace of him, but police say their resolve is unwavering.
Accused childcare pedophile case heads to higher court
A childcare worker accused of abusing youngsters will face a directions hearing in a county court after pleading not guilty to more than 150 offences.
Relief as woman’s brutal petrol attacker refused parole
More than 20 years after the gruesome bashing of Lauren Huxley her family are relieved after her unrepentant attacker was denied parole.
Lions expect skipper to ‘fight through’ Voss attention
Fremantle's fiery forward Patrick Voss could have Brisbane defender Harris Andrews in his sights in a huge clash at the Gabba on Saturday.
‘Always a blessing’: Haas boosts Broncos and NSW
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has a first-up agenda of reviving Brisbane's season in a key area as he also puts himself in the frame for a return to to the NSW side.
Lions veteran Zorko hit for six, Swans rest Grundy
Brisbane will have to battle out of their recent form slide without star veteran Dayne Zorko after scans more injury damage.
‘Beats defenders easily’: Reds teen licensed to run
Queensland teenager Treyvon Pritchard will be able to showcase his skills at fullback against the Drua as the Reds ready for the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
‘I plan to be back’: Jensen rises from lung blood clots
Brisbane prop Corey Jensen has described the "whirlwind" episode that led to him spending nine days in hospital with blood clots in his lung.
NZ shuns ‘sugar hits’ in budget, cuts growth forecast
New Zealand has unveiled a bare-bones budget with a projected surplus sooner than expected, but few incentives for voters in an election year.
Manly holding no grudges towards ‘great guy’ Ponga
Kalyn Ponga's shoulder charge will sideline recent NSW debutant Tolu Koula for two games, but Manly interim coach Kieran Foran is holding no grudges.
‘Huge mistake’: how Howard spurred Boomer investors
The share of property investors older than 60 has more than doubled since the capital gains discount was introduced, Reserve Bank of Australia research shows.
Notorious pedophile fights ‘excessive’ life sentence
A bid to slash an "excessive" life sentence has been launched by one of Australia's worst pedophiles who was jailed for 307 child sexual offences.
Freo taking nothing for granted against hurting Lions
Fremantle are set to be without Hayden Young for a third straight match as they prepare to take on a Brisbane outfit gunning to make amends for a rare flop.
Interim coach Solomon ‘won’t consider’ Bombers job
Essendon interim coach Dean Solomon says he won't think about the full-time position while attempting to steer the Bombers through the rest of the AFL season.
Daring drone prison drop-off dashed by officers
Officers have stopped a drone carrying more than $1 million worth of contraband including drugs and a mobile phone into a northern Australian prison.