State rewiring energy future as project blows out again
Emissions reduction targets will be scrapped and gas exploration expanded under proposals by Queensland's government to rewire its energy future.
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Blues coach Voss coy on McKay as star set to miss again
Carlton coach Michael Voss has declined to elaborate on Harry McKay's availability as the star forward deals with personal issues.
Raw chicken rev-up: what rivalry means to Mamouzelos
A pep talk from Reggie the Rabbit taught a young Peter Mamouzelos just what the rivalry with the Sydney Roosters means to South Sydney.
Manly’s old DCE successor a world away at Souths
Jamie Humphreys is the early rookie of the year at South Sydney, but won't entertain the fact he was once the likely man to replace Daly Cherry-Evans at Manly.
Greens flag new condition in event of a hung parliament
A minority party will push for one per cent of the federal budget to be spent on "restoring" nature if the election produces a hung parliament.
Star’s chips down as $940m debt deal comes off table
Embattled casino giant Star Entertainment is back on the brink of collapse after a refinancing deal fell through, but talks with a US casino giant continue.
Housing and crime spearhead Dutton’s pitch in key seats
Community safety is a key tenet of Peter Dutton's pitch to voters as he positions himself as a strong leader in contrast to a prime minister he brands as weak.
Canberra, Cronulla wary of 11-a-side showdowns
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has warned the NRL's head-high crackdown could lead to teams finishing with fewer men on the field.
Goodwin demands Demons response after ‘strong’ review
Melbourne head to Geelong on Friday night with a worrying 0-3 start to the AFL season and several players down on form.
U-turn on gas-guzzler fines could penalise motorists
Carmakers who fail to meet environmental standards will not be penalised under proposed changes expected during the election campaign.
Struggling Eels reveal Mitchell Moses comeback date
Parramatta have revealed a new timeline for Mitchell Moses' expected return to NRL action.
‘All talk no show’: Lee lifts lid on social media fears
Min Woo Lee felt like he wasn't playing well enough to back up his entertaining social media presence but will enter the Masters validated as a PGA Tour winner.
Woman accused of torturing girl seeks medical evidence
A woman accused of torturing and neglecting a four-year-old girl needs time for her solicitor to review "quite voluminous" police evidence, a magistrate heard.
Scalpels down as doctors plan rare strike over pay rise
Doctors in dozens of hospitals are set to walk off the job for the first time in more than 25 years, causing another headache for patients and officials.
Tigers’ Balta set to return before assault sentencing
Richmond defender Noah Balta is set to make his AFL return against Fremantle in round five, just days before he is sentenced for assaulting a man.
Famous beaches closed as monster swells lash coast
Huge waves have smashed Australia's east, closing beaches and causing damage along the coastline.
Lynagh benched for Chiefs clash, Suaalii’s Tahs switch
In-form playmaker Tom Lynagh will start off the bench in the restocked Reds' clash with the Chiefs, while Joseph Suaalii will start at fullback for NSW.
Revamped Crows midfield faces toughest AFL test: Nicks
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has heaped immense praise on Gold Coast, saying his revamped midfield will face the AFL's best on-ball brigade this weekend.
Top Gun and Batman star Val Kilmer dies at 65
Actor Val Kilmer, who rocketed to stardom in Top Gun and went on to play the likes of Batman, Jim Morrison and Doc Holliday, has died from pneumonia at age 65.
Haas will make call on Samoa switch after Origin
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has explained why he is considering representing Samoa at Test level but he won't be rushing his call.
Raiders taking star half’s contract talks to the wire
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says he will sit down with Jamal Fogarty's management "at the right time", despite a looming contract deadline.
Storm confident on Hughes as Pezet suffers fresh blow
Jahrome Hughes is nearing a remarkable return to full fitness and could be a late inclusion as Melbourne prepare to face Manly.
Nathan Cleary sees long-term half in Blaize Talagi
Blaize Talagi has received the backing of the game's best halfback Nathan Cleary, with the Penrith star seeing his young protege as a natural in the spine.
Collation of quirky collections a compelling exhibition
From tiny architectural models to purses, shoehorns and axes, some rather quirky collections are celebrated together in an exhibition at a city museum.
Myanmar military fires at convoy delivering quake aid
Troops have shot at Chinese vehicles on an earthquake aid mission in Myanmar, as relief groups call on the junta to allow unfettered access to help survivors.
Trump to raise global trade tensions with new tariffs
After weeks of growing concern, President Donald Trump is set to announce his barrage of promised tariffs that could set the stage for a global trade war.
Outback town reels as Mother Nature opens the floodgate
A town is reeling from record flooding after a levee broke, inundating every business and impacting 90 per cent of homes in the southwest Queensland community.
Sweeping US tariffs create ‘uncertainty’ for Australia
Donald Trump's "unwarranted" decision to impose tariffs on Australia and other trading partners has rattled investors and left exporters facing an anxious wait.
‘Not the act of a friend’: PM, Dutton decry US tariffs
Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have "no basis in logic", Anthony Albanese says, as Peter Dutton accuses the prime minister of neglecting the US relationship.
Soaring rents slow down as tenants pushed to the brink
Rents remain at record highs in every capital city despite a slowdown in price growth, says a report that finds low supply leaves landlords with the upper hand.
Stressed Kasatkina launches Aussie tennis life in style
Daria Kasatkina has overcome a bag of nerves to kick off her new life as an Australian tennis player with a straight-sets victory at the Charleston Open.