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Corruption call fuels ugly row over historic racecourse
A corruption watchdog will be asked to probe a state premier's involvement in what could become one of Australia's largest-ever real estate deals.
Reform thwarted at jail with ‘racist’ culture: inquest
A senior public servant faced barriers "way beyond what I imagined" when he tried to turn around a trouble-plagued youth detention centre.
‘Stranger danger’ warning as children enticed into vans
It's believed four incidents of men enticing children into white vans are not linked, with security beefed up around schools.
Schutt, Voll shine as Aussies thrash India in ODI
Megan Schutt took 5-19 and first-gamer Georgia Voll starred with the bat as Australia raced to a five-wicket win over India to begin their Brisbane ODI series.
‘Stacks up’: Fresh hope for spiked Olympics stadium
Analysis of a centrepiece Olympic stadium has come out as a viable option as a 100-day review into venue options is underway.
‘Crypto summer is back with a bang’: Bitcoin hits $100k
There's a sense of euphoria among Aussie crypto enthusiasts after bitcoin broke through the $US100,000 level, and many believe the rally is just beginning.
Lose the force: call to ban cops from Mardi Gras
A proposal to stop police from marching at Mardi Gras would be a "slap in the face" to LGBTQI officers, a state premier says.
Boland’s long-awaited Test recall could be short-lived
Scott Boland's return to the Australian Test team could be short-lived, with fellow paceman Josh Hazlewood expected to be fit for the third Test against India.
NZ sevens ace out to follow Warbrick’s Storm success
Melbourne recruit Moses Leo is hoping to make the same impact in the NRL as his former New Zealand sevens teammate, star Storm winger Will Warbrick.
‘No justice’: teen gets two years for three road deaths
The family of crash victims killed as a result of an angry teen driver's "egregious" behaviour say faith has been lost in the justice system.
Calls for leniency over ‘inept’ attempts to fleece bank
A group's attempts to defraud a major bank out of more than $20 million have been described as rudimentary and doomed to fail.
National body to head clean-up of ‘forever chemicals’
Eighteen recommendations from a review of contamination from "forever chemicals" near three defence bases have been agreed to by the federal government.
Aussie shares higher amid hopes for third US rate cut
The ASX200 finished up as bitcoin smashed through the $US100,000 mark for the first time and markets took a lead on possible rate cuts in the US.
United take the Loe road in crushing win over Breakers
Melbourne United's enviable depth was on show as Rob Loe top-scored in a 97-70 NBL victory over New Zealand in Christchurch.
JackJumpers pip Cairns to extend NBL winning run
After a sluggish start to the season, defending NBL champions Tasmania have secured their fourth straight victory, beating Cairns by nine points.
Aussies expect ‘more grit’ in Indian ODI response
Australia expect India's top order to offer more resistance when they return to Brisbane's Allan Border Field following a series-opening thrashing.
AFLW star Garner ties Kangas record with latest honour
AFLW star Jasmine Garner has joined AFL games record-holder Brent Harvey as the only North Melbourne players to have won five club best-and-fairest awards.
Sum 41 cancel Australia leg of farewell tour
A "gutted" Sum 41 have cancelled their Australian tour dates amid Deryck Whibley's battle with pneumonia.
DR Congo probes mysterious deadly flu-like disease
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo say 71 people, including many children, have died from a mysterious flu-like disease.
Thousands flee as Syrian rebels push on towards Homs
Syrian opposition forces are continuing their rapid advance, forcing thousands of people to flee the central city of Homs, a war monitor says.
Max Homa the early leader in defence of Sun City crown
American defending champ Max Homa has fired a six-under 66 to take the first-round lead at the Nedbank Golf Challenge at Sun City.
‘Not bringing down a premier’: new turn in track plan
A probe into a controversial proposal to turn a historic racecourse into housing has delivered the latest salvo in a divisive debate over the facility's future.
Environment agency heads deny blame for chemical spread
The NSW authority responsible for water pollution has been grilled about the spread of cancer-linked chemicals throughout water supplies in a fiery exchange.
Woolies wins battle in warehouse worker stoush
Supermarket giant Woolworths will start restocking shelves after the workplace umpire backed its fight against workers blocking crucial distribution centres.
Starc sets up Australia’s day and night of dominance
Australia trail by just 94 runs with nine wickets in hand after hitting back hard at India on the first day of the second Test at Adelaide Oval.
PM’s wicked blitz of the west as Libs enjoy good spell
Anthony Albanese has tried to fight the tide of public opinion by spruiking funding in marginal west coast seats as his opponent takes to the east.
Tide turns for retailers with shop tills tipped to ring
Australians have been saving what they can as living costs soar but experts expect more spending in the next 12 months, especially when interest rates are cut.
‘Profound day’: family mourn Laos poisoning victim
A teenager who died after consuming a methanol-laced drink in Laos has been farewelled at her former school with a community guard of honour.
Police, spy agencies could access encrypted messages
Right-wing extremism is threatening Australia and tackling the issue could require authorities to gain access to Australians' encrypted messages.
Vanuatu instability may revive Australia security pact
Vanuatu's former prime minister Ishmael Kalsakau believes the Supreme Court will stop a snap election and force MPs back to parliament.