Rental reforms to help keep young staff in pricey homes
The difficulty of businesses finding young labour has been highlighted as tenant-empowering reforms are due to hit Australia's least-affordable housing market.
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More rainfall forecast to hit ‘typically dry’ regions
Normally dry and dusty outback towns in central Queensland are in for a heavy onslaught of rainfall with up to 300mm expected as communities hunker down.
NBL MVP says viral moment ‘shouldn’t have happened’
Boomer Matthew Dellavedova handed the NBL championship series MVP to Will Hickey. But, the star-guard has revealed it was an awkward moment for the two.
‘My coach loves me’: Gawn defends Dees boss Goodwin
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has no issue with Simon Goodwin after the Demons coach disclosed a personal matter following a defeat to North Melbourne.
Manly defend handling of DCE as they fight to keep No.7
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov hopes Daly Cherry-Evans will change his mind and accept a two-year deal at Brookvale, adamant there is no bad blood with the captain.
White House mistakenly shares war plans with journalist
Top US national security officials texted war plans about planned military strikes in Yemen to a group chat that included the editor-in-chief for The Atlantic.
Move to enshrine eco approval smells fishy, critics say
The federal government has been accused of selling out the environment and undermining democratic rights after pushing controversial laws through parliament.
Jim Stynes’ AFL record looms large for durable Magpie
Collingwood's Jack Crisp avoided a suspension for a dangerous tackle and is now closing on breaking Jim Stynes' long-held record for most consecutive games.
Dolphins to make DCE bid as star prop makes his own
Dolphins club bosses are preparing to make an offer to bring Daly Cherry-Evans home to Redcliffe as prop Daniel Saifiti makes the case for his recruitment.
Rabbitohs bunny man sorry over child pushing incident
Charlie Gallico has apologised for pushing a child during an NRL match between South Sydney and Cronulla while dressed as Rabbitohs mascot Reggie Rabbit.
‘Earned the right’: Petero backs DCE on Maroons call
Petero Civoniceva, Queensland's oldest ever Origin player, says Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to decide if he breaks his own record.
Mavs lose star shooter ahead of Super Netball season
Melbourne Mavericks have suffered another injury blow on the eve of the Super Netball season with star goaler Eleanor Cardwell undergoing more knee surgery.
Khawaja backed for big Shield final after public spat
Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne says Usman Khawaja will have extra motivation in the Sheffield Shield final against SA after his spat with officials.
Midday AFL start ‘not great’ in heat: Lions star
Brisbane star Lachie Neale admits midday matches in Queensland early in the season should be avoided after having to play in "extreme" heat against West Coast.
Sheffield Shield skippers put mateship on hold
Marnus Labuschagne and Nathan McSweeney will put their mateship on hold when they lead Queensland and South Australia in the Sheffield Shield final.
Tesla Cybertruck named the hero of motor show comeback
It is large, futuristic and not ready to drive on Australian roads but Tesla's Cybertruck will be the centrepiece of the first Melbourne motor show in 15 years.
Family tears as man released over fatal neighbour feud
A father accused of murdering a neighbour is expected to claim self-defence after saying he would "put him to sleep" during a driveway brawl.
Penrith hand Toelau first start as NRL halfback
Trent Toelau has emerged as Nathan Cleary's unlikely replacement at Penrith, while Tom Trbojevic and Kotoni Staggs have been named to return for their clubs.
Rowing Australia concerned with current more than crocs
Rowing Australia is concerned that the 2032 Olympic venue won't comply with World Rowing regatta standards due to the currents in Rockhampton's Fitzroy River.
Ex-top jockey and lawyer accused of $177k theft
Former champion jockey Danny Nikolic and ex-lawyer Patrick Lennon have faced court over attempts to allegedly steal $177,000 worth of jewellery and belongings.
Reds rugby thriving thanks to mental preparation
A self-declared hot-head, young Reds No.9 Kalani Thomas says his work with the Queensland team psychologist has helped him keep the joy in his rugby.
Aboriginal man ‘sick several days’ before prison death
An inquest into the prison death of a 38-year-old Aboriginal man has been told he was too sick to get out of bed before his passing.
Buddy Franklin hopes Hollywood Hawks go all the way
AFL great Lance Franklin isn't surprised by how well former teammate and Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is doing and believes the Hawks' best is as good as anyone.
US man ‘urged no mercy’ before Aussie cops gunned down
Pictures allegedly showing sniper hides similar to those found where two Queensland police officers were shot dead have been filed in a US court case.
Sports set up for success by Brisbane 2032 blueprint
Many Australian sports believe they're set up for long-term success after the release of the Queensland government's venue plans for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
Broncos warrior Paix tackling his way to new contract
Brisbane hooker Cory Paix is on the cusp of a new deal after proving to coach Michael Maguire he is a skilful and tough player that can be relied on.
Dolphins to use Ricky Stuart template and bash Broncos
Dolphins prop Daniel Saifiti has revealed the side looked at how Canberra's pack mauled Brisbane in round two as a blueprint to beating the Broncos.
Food and fibre get millions to fend off Trump tariffs
The federal government has moved to defend Australia's agricultural exports, as the sector prepares to have one of its biggest production years on record.
Taxpayers to get $10 a week cut in pre-election budget
All taxpayers will get two rounds of cuts but only starting from July 2026, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers makes the case for a second Labor term.
Budget fundamentals smashed as storms cloud outlook
Australia's federal budget is forecast to eclipse $1 trillion in debt for the first time in 2025/26, as global challenges threaten the nation's coffers.
Depardieu admits boorishness but denies sexual assault
Gerard Depardieu has given evidence at his sexual-assault trial, acknowledging he was "capable of trash talk" around an accuser but denies assaulting her.