Airline, travel industries scramble with war fallout
Ten of thousands of anxious travellers are clamouring for ways out of the Middle East as the widening Iran war constrains commercial flights through the region.
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Labor figure’s alleged killer wins bid for freedom
The man accused of punching and killing Labor strategist Tim Picton is set to be released from custody after he was granted bail for another alleged attack.
Australia sidesteps Paralympic boycott against Russia
Australia's Paralympians will participate in the 2026 Milan-Cortina opening ceremony despite a boycott in protest against Russia's inclusion at the Games.
New AFL chairman vows ‘no hubris or arrogance’
The AFL's latest chairman wants to build a greater connection between the league and its clubs and has taken a thinly-veiled swipe at the game's past hierarchy.
‘Hotter than the sun’: alleged copper thief in hospital
A man accused of attempting to steal copper from an 11,000 volt cable has been burnt by a fireball "hotter than the surface of the sun".
Post-strike petrol hikes ‘completely unjustifiable’
Petrol prices are on the rise across Sydney and Melbourne after the military strikes on Iran, but the NRMA says the increases can't be justified.
Ioelu to go from fan boy to calling shots at Roosters
Sydney Roosters hooker Benaiah Ioelu still spends training sessions being a "fan boy" around his teammates but it doesn't stop him taking charge on the field.
‘Stain on our community’ that kids are imprisoned
A social justice advocate, who spent two years in prison for drug dealing, says vulnerable women need better support, and children should not be jailed.
Matildas drop ‘keeper hint as star firms for return
Goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold could be left out of the Matildas' clash with Iran as midfielder Kyran Cooney-Cross prepares to return to national team action.
Brothers on Super collision course as Reds unleash star
The Queensland Reds will unleash one of Australian rugby's brightest prospects against the unbeaten Brumbies, who will be without one of their stars.
Cops ‘missed chances’ before mum set on fire by husband
Officers incorrectly granted a man bail, wrongly filed a complaint and couldn't open an important file before a young mum was murdered, a coroner has heard.
Man shot after allegedly pulling gun on police
A man is in hospital with gunshot wounds after allegedly threatening police with a firearm, the fourth of a spate of incidents in just over a day.
Historic Rennie appointment to add World Cup intrigue
Dramatically denied the chance to coach the Wallabies at a World Cup, New Zealander Dave Rennie will instead lead the All Blacks into next year's showpiece.
‘Completely separate’: CFMEU probe’s crime link slammed
An inquiry into corruption in a state's construction industry has publicly targeted a company it claims is linked to underworld figure Mick Gatto.
Call to ban kids under 16 riding e-bikes and e-scooters
Children shouldn't be allowed to use e-mobility devices and adults should keep to a 10km/h limit, a state parliamentary committee recommends.
Australia, Canada can ‘set the agenda’ on global peace
Australia might not be a major global player but is well-placed to help restore order in a tumultuous world, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says.
Iran warns US will ‘bitterly regret’ sinking warship
Iran has launched new strikes against Israel and US military bases in the Middle East after an American submarine sank an Iranian warship.
Hundreds more Aussies flee ‘volatile’ Middle East
A second Australia-bound flight has left Dubai with hundreds of citizens on board as tens of thousands more remain stuck in the Middle East.
Aussie ski great declares himself fit for Paralympics
Less than 20 days out from surgery for a fracture in his leg, one of Australia's great Paralympians says he's ready to compete at the Milan-Cortina Games.
Swans explode to life to shatter Blues in season opener
An extraordinary 12-goal third quarter from Sydney has delivered the Swans a 63-point comeback win over Carlton in a spiteful AFL season opener.
Car ride and hugs sealed Titans skipper Tino until 2030
When Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui put pen to paper until 2030 it had a transformative impact on the side.
Storm’s first-round masters power past Parramatta
Melbourne have scored a whopping nine tries en route to a 52-4 victory over Parramatta, giving coach Craig Bellamy a 23rd successive round-one win.
Wavering households ease urgency for more rate hikes
Economic data released this week will leave the Reserve Bank a little less concerned about underlying momentum in consumer demand, an economist says.
Fowler on song as Matildas blitz Iran in Asian Cup win
A Mary Fowler goal and an Alanna Kennedy brace have set the Matildas on their way to a dominant 4-0 win over Iran.
Ex-pilot loses bail bid ahead of camper murder retrial
A former pilot has failed to show he has exceptional circumstances to permit his release on bail before a murder retrial over the death of a missing camper.
What a Scorcher! Allen blasts NZ into World Cup final
Perth Scorchers' Finn Allen has unleashed one of the great T20 knocks to destroy South Africa and power New Zealand into the final of the World Cup.
Canada’s call for Australia to exploit ‘rare power’
The Canadian prime minister has made a direct pitch to Australian leaders to help his nation and other "middle powers" counter superpowers' coercive influence.
National sticking by unpopular Luxon for NZ election
Christopher Luxon is a historically unpopular first-term New Zealand prime minister, but the door appears closed on an election year leadership switch.
Russia-Ukraine peace talks postponed due to Mideast war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have stalled as the war in the Middle East pulls focus away.
Landslide kills more than 200 people at Congo mine
A landslide triggered by heavy rain has killed more than 200 people at a coltan mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the nation's mines ministry says.
The day Fogarty broke news of Manly defection to Stuart
Former Canberra halfback Jamal Fogarty says he owes Ricky Stuart for saving his NRL career, as he prepares to face the Raiders in round one with new club Manly.