Seaplane engine tear-down could offer fatal crash clues
The engine of a seaplane that crashed near a tourist island, killing three passengers, will be deconstructed in the hope it will shed light on the cause.
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Practice torpedo washes up on popular beach
A suspicious device that washed up on a popular beach and sparked an exclusion zone has been identified as a practice torpedo before the army retrieved it.
Qantas shares take off on strong first-half result
Qantas says it has learned its lessons after posting a strong return to form with a nearly $1.4 billion first-half underlying profit after tax.
Coles gains on Woolies, grabs sales during rival’s woes
Coles estimates it scored $120 million in extra sales during a 17-day strike by Woolworths workers, as it announces superior sales growth than its big rival.
Minister calm on lag in reporting Chinese navy activity
Australia's defence minister downplays concerns about time taken by New Zealand to raise an alert about Chinese warships warning of live fire in the Tasman Sea.
Tropical cyclone intensifies as path remains uncertain
A tropical cyclone has intensified to a category three system off one state's coast as uncertainty remains over its path next week.
Lower costs, better value as airlines deal takes flight
A deal between Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia could strengthen competition and improve flight capacity in a '"major win" for passengers.
Pope Francis resting as he continues pneumonia recovery
Pope Francis slept well and is resting, the Vatican says, as he continues his slow recovery from double pneumonia and shows he's still getting work done.
China has agreed to consider concerns about drills: NZ
New Zealand's foreign minister says he has raised concerns over China's live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea during meetings with Chinese leaders.
Afghans KO England in Champs Trophy, now aim at Aussies
Afghanistan have knocked England out of the tournament in a Champions Trophy sensation -- and will now seek to do the same to Australia.
Ankle pain, personal views behind Starc’s withdrawal
Mitchell Starc's decision to skip the Champions Trophy was about prioritising the World Test Championship final, while "personal views" also played a part.
Trump confirms Zelenskiy visit to sign minerals deal
Volodymyr Zelenskiy will visit the White House to sign a minerals deal, President Donald Trump says, as the Ukrainian leader seeks US security guarantees.
‘Hugely relieved’: Sam Burgess cleared for Las Vegas
NRL legend Sam Burgess has overcome visa dramas so will travel to Las Vegas and coach English club Warrington in rugby league's showpiece event.
Uneven heat a climate change peril for poorer postcodes
Poorer suburbs and regions with large elderly populations are especially vulnerable to extreme heat from climate change, updated modelling shows.
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Global uncertainty played a role in rate cut: RBA
Slowing inflation helped convince the Reserve Bank to cut rates at its last meeting but uncertainty over tariffs was also a factor, the deputy governor says.
Free tests could become ‘forever chemicals’ case study
Tens of thousands of people could become a case study on the health effects of 'forever chemicals' if government supports a testing campaign.
‘Hostile’ ABC partisan on Gaza conflict views: lawyer
The ABC has been accused of being hostile and partisan by calling a casual radio host an activist for sharing her views on the conflict in Gaza.
Man denies ‘murder porn’ link to woman’s beach death
A man says he did not post Toyah Cordingley's details to a rape and "murder porn" website in the days leading up to the young woman's violent death.
Magpies back Maynard to be fit for AFL opener
Collingwood vice-captain Brayden Maynard should be fit to face GWS in the AFL opening round but the Magpies appear less confident on Jordan De Goey featuring.
Hamas calls for talks on next phase of ceasefire
After the latest exchange of prisoners for hostages by Israel and Hamas, the militant group says it's ready to discuss the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza.
Daicos stars, recruits impress as Pies beat Tigers
Nick Daicos appears set to kick his game up another gear in 2025 after starring in Collingwood's 83-point pre-season win over Richmond.
Townsville Fire too hot for Lynx, through to WNBL final
The Fire are through to the final of the WNBL after thrashing the Perth Lynx 106-76 in Townsville to complete a 2-0 semi-final series win on Wednesday.
Spinner Kuhnemann’s bowling action cleared by ICC
Test spinner Matt Kuhnemann has been cleared after his bowling action was deemed legal by global cricket authorities following biomechanical testing.
Coalition, Labor miss the mark on $347b spending claim
The opposition's claim Labor has added $350 billion in spending omits the impact of inflation, while Labor's response misconstrues the coalition's planned cuts.
City streets locked down after woman shot and killed
A woman is dead and three witnesses are being questioned by detectives after a mid-afternoon shooting on a busy city street.
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Stolen IVF patients’ personal data shared on dark web
The stolen personal information of major IVF provider Genea's patients have hit the dark web as the company scrambles to limit the damage.
‘Broke my jaw’: referee’s shock after soccer assault
A referee was left bloodied and in shock after an "inexcusable" assault at a suburban soccer match which has ended with his attacker being thrown behind bars.
Reflecting on the Freedom Ride’s legacy, 60 years later
As the students who toured regional NSW to shed light on segregation mark 60 years since their bus trip ended, they say the legacy of the Freedom Ride remains.
McCartin the man to help Swans move forward: Amartey
Sydney forward Joel Amartey has given updates on Tom McCartin, Callum Mills and Tom Papley ahead of the Swans' clash with the Gold Coast Suns on Friday.
Long-wanted stability gives Bulldogs an NRL head start
Canterbury will open the 2025 NRL season with less player turnover than at any time since 2017, giving the Dogs a significant advantage early in their campaign.
Toe injury rules out ‘Ferrari’ Suaalii for Waratahs
A toe injury means code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will miss the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Fijian Drua.