Bushfires rage as town takes stock after major scare
A tourist lodge and buildings have been destroyed as uncontrolled bushfires continue to burn and a town breaths a sigh of relief after a frantic evacuation.
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Trump fires officials who worked for prosecutor Smith
The US Justice Department says officials who worked on the case prosecuting President Donald Trump for mishandling documents can't be trusted.
Neck boost for Reynolds as Maguire rakes over the coals
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is set to play round one after neck surgery as the hotly contested race to play hooker for the Broncos ramps up.
Ruckman Marshall headlines trio of injured Saints
St Kilda are dealing with a mounting injury list ahead of the AFL season, with Rowan Marshall potentially sidelined for round one along with Mattaes Phillipou.
Subsidy boost may do little to improve childcare access
While families have saved thousands of dollars under an expanded childcare subsidy, experts have warned centres may have no option but to hike fees.
Next Israeli hostages to be released on Saturday: Hamas
One of the Israeli hostages freed from Gaza says she has "returned to life" as Hamas says the next group of Israeli hostages will be released on Saturday.
No more warnings for misbehaving telco companies
Telcos who are caught breaching their code of conduct will no longer receive a warning before a fine as the government cracks down on bad behaviour.
Alleged cop shooter ‘attacked woman’ before altercation
A man allegedly assaulted a woman at a hospital before he went on to shoot a police officer in the leg, be shot twice himself and tasered during his arrest.
Crucial phone detail sought in cop’s double murder case
Lawyers for a former senior constable facing a double murder charge are calling on police to release his phone records from the time of the alleged killings.
Unrivalled consistency drives de Minaur’s Open tilt
Alex de Minaur will enter his blockbuster Australian Open clash with world No.1 Jannik Sinner as the only man to make four straight grand quarter-finals.
NFL’s 49ers play surprise role in Thunder’s BBL rise
NFL team the San Francisco 49ers had a hand in the Sydney Thunder's rise from the Big Bash League's doldrums.
Selectors haven’t raised Test debut with Connolly
Test bolter Cooper Connolly is yet to hear from selectors about the possibility of earning a maiden baggy green in Sri Lanka.
‘Every single day’: Gulden on a mission after horror GF
Errol Gulden can't stop thinking about Sydney's AFL grand final capitulation against Brisbane but knows talk is cheap as he eyes redemption.
Mistakes aside, Welsford sprints to Tour stage win
Australian Olympic cycling gold medallist Sam Welsford has dominated the opening stage of the Tour Down Under in the Adelaide Hills.
Woman’s alleged jerry can hunt before anti-Semitic act
Police are pursuing at least two more gang members allegedly behind an anti-Semitic incident, while a woman arrested over the attack remains locked up.
Inquiry launched into ‘failures’ of child protection
The failures of a state's child protection and working-with-children checks will be probed following the jailing of one of Australia's worst pedophiles.
Child killer life term could hinge on medical reports
A child killer faced court for a review of his indefinite sentence with his head now bald and black beard mostly grey after about 25 years in custody.
Second child dies after birthday house fire tragedy
A family, community and first responders are reeling after a tragic house fire killed two sisters, sparked during the elder's birthday celebrations.
Nine arrested over ski resort hotel fire that killed 76
The death toll from a Turkish ski resort hotel fire has risen to 76, with dozens more reportedly injured in the devastating blaze.
Caslick’s 15s dream in changing of rugby 7s guard
Charlotte Caslick is eyeing a home World Cup for the Wallaroos in 2029 and has assumed a new rugby sevens role in the wake of their Paris Olympics fade-out.
S Korea’s Yoon defends actions at impeachment hearing
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeo has appeared in court, pledging to answer any questions.
Finals-chasing Western United thump Glory in ALW
Western United have claimed a straightforward 4-1 win over Perth Glory, including a spectacular goal from defender Grace Maher.
Hurricanes hold out Sixers for Big Bash final spot
The Hobart Hurricanes have qualified for the Big Bash League final and will have a shot at their first title after beating the Sydney Sixers by 12 runs.
Former North coach Shaw signs as Suns’ AFLW boss
Former North Melbourne AFL coach Rhyce Shaw has been appointed Gold Coast's new AFLW mentor.
Matildas winger Freier, Socceroo Deng seal transfers
Matildas winger Sharn Freier has signed for German powerhouse VfL Wolfsburg while Socceroo Thomas Deng has joined J1 League club Yokohama F. Marinos.
Israel’s military operation in West Bank kills nine
Two days after the start of a ceasefire in Gaza, Israel has launched military action in West Bank city of Jenin, killing at least nine Palestinians.
Djokovic outlasts Alcaraz in Australian Open classic
Novak Djokovic is just two wins away from claiming a record-breaking 25th major title after downing Carlos Alcaraz in an epic Australian Open quarter-final.
Trump stirs tariff pot, toying with fresh threats on EU
A day after taking office, US President Donald Trump has reiterated tariff threats without immediately imposing the taxes he threatened during his campaign.
Steve Smith feared he needed surgery on injured elbow
Steve Smith is preparing to face Sri Lanka in Galle, but the star Australia batter initially feared his elbow injury could require more surgery.
‘Mum guilt’: parents battle growing school costs
As Australian parents deal with the ballooning cost of school supplies amid other cost-of-living pressures, a minor party is promising relief.
‘Criminals for hire’ tied to anti-Semitic attack spree
Police are still scrambling to determine who is masterminding an escalating spate of anti-Semitic crimes, despite making a series of arrests.