Plug-in hybrid sales slide as tax break is switched off
New vehicle sales have fallen as the end to a fringe benefits tax exclusion leads to a sharp decline in plug-in hybrid sales.
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Wild claims from dictator’s ‘daughter’ amid plane drama
The alleged daughter of a late dictator and her husband accused flight attendants of doing drugs on the job during a shocking mid-air altercation.
‘Idiot not to’: inside Fogarty’s big chat with Stuart
Jamal Fogarty has opened up on informing coach Ricky Stuart he would be leaving Canberra to accept a lucrative contract at Manly for 2026.
Dog’s sniff prompted unlawful festival strip search
Strip searches were allegedly routinely carried out at music festivals as a massive payout looms in response to a class action involving more than 3000 people.
Woman charged with manslaughter over death of baby boy
A manslaughter charge has been laid against a woman aged in her 60s over the death of a baby boy at a property in Brisbane's southwest.
Saints’ Garcia rises from Ross bake to AFL nomination
A week after Hugo Garcia felt the full force of coach Ross Lyon's fury, the St Kilda youngster is the latest AFL Rising Star nomination.
Yemen’s Houthis say they are targeting Israeli airports
Yemen's Houthi rebels have warned they are targeting Israel's airports after one of their missiles penetrated air defence systems.
Port’s Rioli apologises for message to Bulldogs player
Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli has apologised and the AFL will take no further action after his message to a Western Bulldogs player caused a stir.
Accused killer blames stun gun for running over cop
A man on trial for manslaughter after running over a policeman says the electrical surge from the officer's Taser caused him to lose control.
Swans weigh up AFL tribunal challenge for Melican ban
Sydney might take Lewis Melican's striking charge to the tribunal after he was offered a three-game ban for the incident involving GWS opponent Toby Bedford.
Who will be the new Pope? Even the cardinals don’t know
As the men who will decide the next Pope prepare to enter a conclave, some have been giving speeches that may sway the vote in their favour.
Silver lining for depleted Liberals in teal contests
Despite its emphatic election loss, the depleted coalition could still reclaim at least one inner-city seat from an incumbent teal independent.
‘No regrets’: Storm prop ready for former club, roomie
Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu will take on his former club Wests Tigers aiming to make up for discipline lapses that cost his team against Canberra.
Police close gaps that left troubled killer untreated
A forgotten email which meant a mentally ill man went without treatment before a mass stabbing has led to improvements by police to ensure there is no repeat.
Sole survivor of poisonous mushroom lunch speaks out
The only guest to survive a poisonous beef Wellington lunch has described in detail what happened on the day and how Erin Patterson served up the deadly dish.
Australian farmland values just keep on growing
Farmland values have surged in Tasmania and Queensland off the back of a rebound in cattle prices, while the market in drought-affected areas has slowed.
All cardinals have arrived in Rome for papal conclave
All cardinals who are eligible to elect the next head of the Catholic Church have arrived in Rome two days before the conclave begins.
‘Firecracker’ Gilbert endorsed for Maroons return
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert is tipped to complete a remarkable injury comeback and return to the State of Origin arena for the first time in two years..
West wants to provoke me to use nuclear weapons: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin says there is currently no need to use nuclear weapons and hopes it "will not be necessary in the future".
Netanyahu says new Gaza offensive will be intensive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken of a new offensive in the Gaza Strip but an official says the operation is on hold until next week.
Kidman, Madonna, Pharrell shine at ‘Superfine’ Met Gala
The Met Gala is underway with the stars embracing traditional menswear for this year's theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.
Klein double lifts Roar to ALM win over Mariners
Brisbane Roar have ended their A-League Men season with a comeback 2-1 win over fellow non-finalists Central Coast thanks to a Samuel Klein double.
Toia the destroyer stars as Roosters beat Dolphins
Sydney Roosters centre and former Redcliffe junior Robert Toia has carved up the Dolphins in a 36-26 win, with skipper James Tedesco man of the match..
US job growth slows marginally, unemployment steady
US employers have added a better-than-expected 177,000 jobs in April as the job market shows resilience.
Prince Harry loses UK legal bid over police protection
Prince Harry has lost an appeal challenging the UK government's decision to strip him of his publicly funded security after he stepped away from royal duties.
Dockers exposed again in AFL shocker against Saints
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir said he will question himself hard after his team were beaten badly by St Kilda.
Tedesco’s hot form will force Daley to make No.1 choice
James Tedesco's hot form for Sydney Roosters has kept the heat on Dylan Edwards for the NSW fullback spot and forced coach Laurie Daley to make a tough call.
Ryles would need ‘a loan off Moses’ to comment on refs
Jason Ryles says he'll only comment on the officiating of Parramatta's loss at Magic Round if Mitch Moses lends him money to pay his probable fine.
Polls close on election day as Australians await winner
Millions of Australians have cast their votes in the federal election, with polls closed in the eastern states and counting soon under way.
Prince Harry wants reconciliation, not speaking to King
Prince Harry has told the BBC he would love to be reconciled with his family but his father King Charles will not speak to him over a row over his security.
Lyon says Saints won’t be carried away by big AFL win
St Kilda face another big Friday night test next week against Carlton after taking Fremantle apart at Marvel Stadium.