Second man charged over alleged murder and abductions
Police claim two men aged in their 30s took part in abducting three people and torturing them for hours resulting in one male victim suffering fatal injuries.
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Footage released in probe of ‘malnourished’ man’s death
Authorities investigating the death of a "seriously malnourished" man with Down syndrome have released footage showing his living conditions.
Australia mull dual leg-spin attack in third Ashes tie
An unexpectedly spin-friendly women's Ashes series has Australia considering tweaking their bowling line-up for the third ODI.
Major warnings issued for more severe thunderstorms
Emergency services are urging people to be ready for more storms along Australia's east coast after a man in his 80s was killed by a falling tree.
Ashes hopefuls humbled in England Lions’ heavy defeat
Unheralded opener Tim Ward and former Test batter Peter Handscomb have lifted a Cricket Australia XI to a seven-wicket win over the England Lions.
Dygert praises rival Brown’s ‘mic drop’ cycling season
American cycling star Chloe Dygert, the biggest name at the women's Tour Down Under, has heaped praised on retired Australian rider Grace Brown.
Connection to Country a journey from canoe to dinghy
Travel times are decreasing with maritime advancement, but accelerating movement can have implications for Indigenous people's connection to Country.
UK PM Starmer travels to Ukraine to sign new treaty
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is in Ukraine to sign a 100-year security partnership amid uncertainty over the fate of US support under Donald Trump.
Gabba fire, Marnus hit-and-run can’t stop Hurricanes
Matthew Wade hit a final-ball six as Hobart notched a crucial Big Bash win in Brisbane that was delayed by a fire in the grandstand.
Thumb injury leaves Kuhnemann’s Test return in tatters
Recalled Australian spinner Matthew Kuhnemann's availability for the tour of Sri Lanka is in serious doubt due to a thumb injury.
Aussie Sanders on the verge of Dakar Rally triumph
Australian motorcyclist Daniel Sanders is set to win the Dakar Rally as long as he can avoid a final-day calamity in the Saudi Arabian desert.
Israel set to approve ceasefire: Netanyahu’s office
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the country's cabinet will meet shortly to give final approval for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
Fresh pay offer tabled as trains get back on track
Rail unions that caused major disruptions to the nation's busiest network have made a fresh offer after having to halt work bans.
Duck hunting reloads despite a shorter season
A state report on duck season has conservationists at odds with hunters over the future of the recreational activity.
Why the RBA should rethink key inflation assumption
The strength of Australia's labour market has kept the Reserve Bank from cutting interest rates but growing evidence suggests it's not as crucial as thought.
Minority report tips a return to ‘ruthless’ opposition
History could be repeated as the possibility of a minority government looms but veteran politicians say this could resurrect a ruthless opposition force.
Aussies beating America and Europe in AI race: study
Almost half of all Australians are using artificial intelligence technology, a Google study has shown, even though many still have concerns about its impact.
Australia ‘reversing’ human rights for children: report
An advocacy group has accused the federal and state governments of violating human rights for children, Indigenous people and asylum seekers in the past year.
Teen Learner teaches Medvedev in early-hours sensation
Teenage American Learner Tien has pulled off the sensation of the Australian Open, taking out former finalist Daniil Medvedev in an early-hours Melbourne epic.
Coalition govt likely in Vanuatu, where women struggle
Vanuatu has just one female MP and seven women candidates among the 217 running for office in this month's snap election.
Russian gunpowder factory attacked: Ukrainian official
Ukraine's military says it has hit an oil depot in the Voronezh region of Russia in a drone attack.
Hard times turn voters off Labor in election lead-up
Labor is trailing the opposition just months before Australians head to the polls, but the prime minister says his government can give voters what they want.
First birthday celebrations end in double murder
Police are investigating the deaths of two men fatally stabbed at a house where friends of the victims say a child's first birthday was being celebrated.
Escalation fears after latest anti-Semitic vandalism
There are fears anti-Semitic incidents in Australia are worsening after an attack on a home that previously belonged to a prominent Jewish community leader.
Warner leans towards Head not Konstas to open in SL
Legendary Test opener David Warner has thrown his support behind Travis Head starting at the top of the order instead of Sam Konstas on the tour of Sri Lanka.
Better than Barty? Aussie super-coach says wait and see
Australian super-coach David Taylor is hailing 16-year-old Queenslander Emerson Jones as the most naturally talented player he's ever worked with.
Man paroled over shooting at police admits drug stash
A man jailed for firing at a police woman after she shot him in the groin was later caught with drugs he intended to sell while on parole.
NBN rollout to be bolstered with $3b network upgrade
High-speed internet will be rolled out to a further 620,000 homes in the 'final piece of the puzzle' for NBN upgrades.
Sinner makes successful start to Open title defence
Defending champ Jannik Sinner has eased into the second round of the Australian Open, while former finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas crashed at the first hurdle.
Gutherson, Cook co-captains for Dragons’ post-Hunt era
St George Illawarra have appointed two of their marquee recruits as co-captains for the 2025 NRL season.
Unapologetic activist faces fate for office ‘liar’ tag
A climate activist who spray painted the word "liar" on the federal environment minister's electorate office says more politicians should be called out.