Federal budget to dominate the economic agenda
The government will do well to resist spending a "tantalising" budget windfall, as boosting demand while supply is constrained could result in more rate hikes.
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Delta Goodrem aims to Eclipse favourites at Eurovision
Delta Goodrem has unveiled the staging for her Eurovision entry Eclipse, as betting markets put Australia in contention but outside the top favourites.
The real Latrell: Bennett’s bush ace fills Bunnies void
Wayne Bennett calls Latrell Siegwalt, the 'real Latrell' after the rookie helped replace namesake Latrell Mitchell and put Cronulla to the sword.
Wanted teen dies in balcony fall after police arrive
Independent investigators will probe a police response after an 18-year-old fell to his death from a sixth-floor balcony when officers tried to arrest him.
Phoenix reach ALW grand final as Woods cuts down Roar
Wellington have reached their first A-League Women grand final after needing extra time to beat Brisbane Roar 3-2 on aggregate.
Dees star faces MRO scrutiny after win over Eagles
Melbourne posted a comfortable win over West Coast as Jacob van Rooyen starred and Kysaiah Pickett came under scrutiny over high contact on Jake Waterman.
Big state fuel buffer to protect against foreign shocks
South Australia could stockpile up to 20 million litres of diesel, touting a bigger fuel buffer than larger jurisdictions, as states rush to lock in supplies.
Star trio steer Storm to streak-snapping victory
Cameron Munster, Harry Grant and Jahrome Hughes have helped right the Storm ship, with Melbourne ending their losing streak in a strong win over Wests Tigers.
Cleary delivers lesson as Panthers overcome Raiders
Penrith won a tit-for-tat encounter with Canberra to stay on top of the NRL ladder after a prolific performance from Nathan Cleary.
Vixens crush Firebirds on Moloney’s special day
The Melbourne Vixens have celebrated Kate Moloney's milestone game in grand style and improved their record to 9-0 with a 23-goal win over the Firebirds.
McQualter takes lessons from Fagan’s Lions rebuild
Chris Fagan's press conferences from 2017 made fascinating viewing for Andrew McQualter as he looked for ways to ensure West Coast's rebuild is successful.
Iran says it has sent response to US peace proposal
Iranian media reports say the government has sent its response to a US ceasefire proposal to mediators and wants talks to focus on permanently ending the war.
US mediators on Ukraine war expected in Russia: Kremlin
A Kremlin advisor says US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to visit Moscow soon to discuss the Ukraine war.
Israeli strikes kill three in Gaza Strip, medics say
An Israeli air strike has killed the head of the police force in Khan Younis and his aide, according to the Gaza Strip's Hamas-run interior ministry.
Cleary backs ‘incredible’ Edwards to start in Origin
Panthers mentor Ivan Cleary has thrown his support behind Dylan Edwards' bid to retain the New South Wales fullback jersey, after he dazzled against Canberra.
Maroons Origin selection hinges on Storm form: Munster
Making a timely return to form, Cameron Munster says he's worried more about "his own backyard" in Melbourne than Queensland State of Origin selection.
‘Need to do more’: Labor to lift lid on housing reform
Australians are under financial pressure and the government cannot "just sit back", the prime minister says, as his treasurer prepares to hand down the budget.
Freedom bid delay for ‘ISIS brides’ on slavery charges
An Islamic State-linked duo, charged with crimes against humanity after returning to Australia, will remain locked up after postponing their bid for bail.
Assault charges against media boss detailed in court
Antony Catalano's full assault charges have been made public after the media boss was excused from attending court in person because of mental health concerns.
Aussie boss’s Seagulls face Fowler’s City in Cup final
Ex-Socceroo Dario Vidosic has guided Brighton to the Women's FA Cup final where they'll face Mary Fowler-inspired Manchester City.
US cruise ship passenger tests positive for hantavirus
As passengers from a hantavirus-hit cruise ship fly home from the Canary Islands, one American passenger has tested positive to the deadly virus.
Coalition rejects rival camp after losing swag of votes
The Nationals leader is optimistic the Farrer by-election will be an anomaly and is his setting sights on the federal election to regain ground on One Nation.
UK PM Keir Starmer launches political fightback
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is pinning his hopes on a rallying speech to revive his government's fortunes as some of his own Labour MPs urge him to resign.
Trump says Iran’s response to US proposal unacceptable
Oil prices have surged higher after Donald Trump labelled Iran's response to a US proposal aimed at ending the war as "totally unacceptable".
Little Ripper: Herbert’s $5.5 million LIV Golf triumph
Australian Lucas Herbert is $5.5 million richer and off to the US Open after a stirring four-shot victory at LIV Golf Virginia in Washington DC.
Adolescence scoops four top prizes at BAFTAS
Britain's critically acclaimed trailblazing series Adolescence about a horrific crime committed by a young teenage boy, has won four prizes at the BAFTA awards.
‘No apology’: quarantine for Aussies on virus-hit ship
To prevent the spread of a deadly virus, four citizens and a permanent resident returning from a plagued cruise will be placed in an official isolation centre.
PNG-bound coach closes in on more glory for Hull KR
Australian coach Willie Peters has reached another Wembley final with his world champions Hull KR, before he sets off on his ground-breaking NRL adventure.
‘Finally home’: jailed croc wrangler misses son’s birth
Reality TV star Matt Wright has walked from jail after serving five months for attempting to pervert the course of justice after a fatal helicopter crash.
‘Mum’s always said’: Blue happy to play Origin villain
Kennedy Cherrington can't wait to resume hostilities with the Queensland crowd when the NSW Blues aim to wrap up the Origin series in Brisbane.
State clears rape kit backlog and cuts DNA delays
A state plagued by forensic failures has cleared a backlog of rape kits and slashed major crime delays by 70 per cent, promising faster justice for victims.