Developer malaise means Woolies is behind more malls
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Faessler and Wright hat-tricks as Wallabies rout Wales
Hooker Matt Faessler and fullback Tom Wright have scored hat-tricks as the Wallabies pounded Wales to a merciless 52-20 defeat in Cardiff.
Men’s Origin to open in Qld, Allianz to host women
The NRL will take women's State of Origin to Sydney's second biggest rugby league stadium in 2025, while Queensland will host the opener of the men's series.
Cruel twist as ankle bracelet strapped back on refugee
An ankle monitor removed from an Afghan refugee has been reattached by officials despite the High Court ruling such visa measures to be punitive.
Biden administration is escalating Ukraine war: Kremlin
The US has given Ukraine permission to use its long-range weapons to strike deep into Russia, prompting a stark warning from Moscow.
Silent Alan Jones to fight indecent assault charges
Broadcaster Alan Jones has been granted bail after being, charged with 24 offences against eight victims between 2001 and 2019, when he dominated the airwaves.
Independents up in arms over ‘rigged’ donations reforms
The major political parties have been slammed for "rigging" the system to boost their chances of winning, after agreeing on a political donations reform bills.
Bushfires ease but too early to tally property losses
Fire crews have made ground in battling blazes in Victoria's west and southwest, declaring one contained and slowing another.
‘Not the frailest I’ve seen’: cop who tasered woman, 95
An elderly woman holding a knife was not meant to die after being tasered for being a threat as she approached police officers and paramedics, a jury has heard.
Premier flags tax stability for multinational miners
A mining boss has labelled Queensland's coal royalty scheme a 'sugar hit' as the premier looks to incentivise business with fewer taxes and regulation.
Russia launches deadly attack on city, Ukraine’s grid
A strike on a building in the Ukrainian city of Sumy has killed 11 people and wounded dozens, as Russia launched a "massive" drone and missile attack.
‘I’ll do it again’: Lidia Thorpe defies censure motion
A Senate vote to censure Lidia Thorpe has not deterred the independent Indigenous senator, who says she'll use the rebuff as "kindling".
Sky Blues coach steps down after four-year Origin stint
NSW are on the hunt for a new Women's State of Origin coach after Kylie Hilder announced she would not seek to extend her four-year reign.
Degenek wants a crack at third World Cup with Socceroos
A fit-again Milos Degenek is bent on making up for lost time with the Socceroos, eyeing a return in their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bahrain.
Healy unsure if she’ll face India, with Ashes key
Australia's captain Alyssa Healy says a knee injury has stopped her from squatting while keeping wicket, and she is unsure if she will be able to face India.
Half of year 12 exams impacted by blunder, boss resigns
Victoria's year 12 exam blunder has claimed its first scalp, after half of the tests were impacted by an error that allowed students to preview questions.
Schoolies given good report card after four arrests
Schoolies revellers on the Gold Coast have been congratulated with the overwhelming majority keeping out of trouble and just four arrested for minor offences.
Returning Socceroo Goodwin ready to crack open Bahrain
After having to watch on as the Socceroos played out a scoreless draw against Saudi Arabia, Craig Goodwin is determined to be the difference against Bahrain.
Wests Tigers land prop May, Addo-Carr joins the Eels
Benji Marshall has landed Sydney Roosters castaway Terrell May as he continues his Wests Tigers rebuild, while Parramatta have signed Josh Addo-Carr.
McSweeney won’t let the critics bring him down
Nathan Lyon and Travis Head are among Australia's Test stars backing Nathan McSweeney to thrive during the five-match series against India.
Solar battery surge expected for plugged-in households
More Aussie households are expected to investigate solar batteries as a way to save on the cost of power rather than the cost to the environment, a bank says.
Handscomb, Harris steer Victoria to Shield win over WA
Western Australia spinner Corey Rocchiccioli has taken a bizarre hat-trick as Victoria batters Peter Handscomb and Marcus Harris secured an eight-wicket win.
‘Matt-trick’ Faessler keeps Wallaby history in family
His grandad was a history-maker with the Wallabies and now hat-trick star Matt Faessler has followed suit in Cardiff.
Walsh credits old foe Maguire for change in mindset
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh has already learned key home truths about where he must improve from coach Michael Maguire, who six months ago plotted his downfall.
New Zealand treaty protests to climax in capital
Tens of thousands of New Zealanders are expected to march against reforms to the Treaty of Waitangi in Wellington.
Tired helicopter crews ‘didn’t want’ to let team down
A probe into a fatal Taipan army helicopter crash has been told aircrew didn't want to let their team down by pulling out of exercises when tired.
Cash flows but small business fears paying the price
Small businesses want an exemption to laws protecting the use of cash for essential items as the treasurer finds a fit for banknotes in a digital economy.
G20 confronts a global order troubled by Trump’s return
Leaders arriving at the G20 summit must grapple with tensions over the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, and shifts in the global order with the return of Donald Trump.
Task force to tackle crime in Brisbane’s tent cities
A task force has been established to tackle 'anti-social behaviour' at tent cities in Brisbane's parks, as homelessness services buckle under pressure.
Bulls and Tigers draw after Peirson, McDermott dig in
Tasmania were unable to secure their first Sheffield Shield victory of the season after a defiant stand from Queensland's Ben McDermott and Jimmy Peirson.
Aust woman’s drug-smuggling trial begins in Japan
Perth grandmother Donna Nelson has told a Japanese court she didn't know she had drugs in her luggage as her smuggling trial began two years after her arrest.