Tough penalties under laws to tame tobacco turf war
Victoria will become the last Australian state to make businesses have a licence to sell tobacco, but the police boss says laws won't end a turf war overnight.
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Third person in custody after crash claims grandmother
A third person is behind bars after being charged in relation to a car crash that killed a Queensland grandmother and allegedly involved a stolen vehicle.
Flight hit by gunfire, Haiti’s main airport shuts down
A passenger plane from the US was hit by gunfire as it tried to land in the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince.
Turtle shell shock as chemicals pose population risk
Scientists are warning about the impacts of forever chemicals on animals after a CSIRO study showed alarming health affects on freshwater turtles.
Au revoir Suli: Reds prepare for Vunivalu rugby exit
Code-hopping Wallabies winger Suliasi Vunivalu has not been included in the Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific squad ahead of an expected French move.
Month-long inquest to probe Westfield stabbing rampage
An inquest will examine how and why six people were stabbed to death during a brutal knife rampage at a shopping centre involving a mentally ill man.
Lions to challenge Dawes ban ahead of AFLW prelim
Brisbane are appealing midfielder Belle Dawes' one-match ban that currently rules the two-time AFLW premiership player out of the Lions' home preliminary final.
Australia aims to bolster Pacific banking, labour visa
The federal government is working on a solution to ensure a major bank maintains services in the Pacific while bolstering the integrity of financial systems.
Yengi chasing Socceroos start, in Robertson’s ear
Kusini Yengi wants to show coach Tony Popovic he can lead the Socceroos' attack while he has been in friend Alex Robertson's ear about playing for Australia.
Anxious wait for town as bushfire fight continues
A bushfire that has destroyed a home and damaged rail lines is slowly moving towards a remote town despite the tireless efforts of fire crews.
Travel schedule could change after ODI series belting
The packed international cricket schedule is again under the spotlight after an under-strength Australia suffered a historic ODI series defeat to Pakistan.
‘It’s a lifeline’: relief as government hands Rex $80m
The federal government will provide up to $80 million to keep Rex regional routes operating, a relief for rural communities fearing for their future prosperity.
PM jets for trade talks in Peru as Trump tariffs loom
Australia will join leaders and officials from 20 global economies at a major trade summit as it works to diversify its economic relationships into Asia.
Judge to quit after ex-partner assault guilty ruling
A Supreme Court judge will resign after being found guilty of assaulting and emotionally abusing his then-partner and breaching a family violence order.
Roosters in Hunt for a half, as Ben considers options
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his club is in the market for an experienced half or hooker, while indicating Ben Hunt is an option.
Jets NRL bid promises to add fans amidst AFL surge
The Jets NRL bid explain why, after 16 years, they have not given up hope of being granted an expansion licence.
Robinson calls for harsher penalties on kick-off fouls
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson believes sending off players for high shots following kick-offs would improve player safety, rather than big rule changes.
Freo forward Mulholland ruled out of AFLW semi-final
Fremantle will be without a concussed Amy Mulholland for their semi-final against Adelaide, while coach Lisa Webb remains confident about Ash Brazill's return.
Bartlett ready to rip in at the Gabba to upset Pakistan
Australian quick Xavier Bartlett wants to challenge Pakistan's top order with aggressive new-ball bowling in his first international appearance at the Gabba.
Simmons fires, Giddey’s Bulls push unbeaten Cavs
Josh Giddey and Ben Simmons both impressed for Chicago and Brooklyn respectively, while Houston centre Jock Landale has been sidelined by injury.
North skipper Kearney’s AFLW All-Australian streak ends
North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney has missed out on an All-Australian nod for the first time in her AFLW career, while Hawthorn dominated the extended squad.
Big police pay rise sparks ructions in other wage deals
Police and nurses point to a big pay increase for officers in one jurisdiction while threatening strike action as their wage negotiations deteriorate.
Murder accused deny park attack roles at trial restart
Some of the men accused of a teenager's murder have admitted being at a park where he was stabbed but denied attacking anybody with knives and baseball bats.
Swifts’ Kiwi recruit in low-key Super Netball debut
After helping secure the Constellation Cup for New Zealand, star recruit Grace Nweke will try to steer the NSW Swifts back to the top of Super Netball.
Cowboys sign Jaxson Paulo, 2025 roster spots still open
Former Manly outside back Jaxson Paulo has joined North Queensland on a two-year deal as the Cowboys continue to add depth to their outside back stocks.
Backpacker’s boyfriend most probable killer: detective
A detective tasked with solving Simone Strobel's death says her boyfriend was most likely to blame, despite a murder charge against him being dropped.
Pay up or face climate disaster, UN chief warns summit
Nations must "pay up" to prevent climate-led humanitarian disasters or humanity will pay the price, UN chief Antonio Guterres has told the COP29 climate summit.
New Queensland govt given short shrift on Games blowout
The Queensland government has been urged to scrap a 100-day Olympic infrastructure review and "get on with it" amid complaints over 2032 project cost blowouts.
Dozens killed in China as driver ploughs into crowd
Police have arrested a man who rammed a car into people exercising at a sports centre in southern China, killing 35 people and injuring 43 others.
Archbishop of Canterbury Welby quits over abuse scandal
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, spiritual leader of the global Anglican communion, has resigned over the Church of England's handling of an abuse case.
De Minaur blown away, Sinner wins again at ATP Finals
Alex de Minaur has been swept aside by Daniil Medvedev at the ATP Finals in Turin, almost certainly ending his chances of progressing in the season's finale.