‘People haven’t splurged’: tax cut spending subdued
Australian retailers are finally starting to see a more upbeat consumer, though spending is unlikely to be strong enough to fan the flames of inflation.
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Mental health taking a hit as climate crisis worsens
Poor health outcomes are being attributed to extreme heat events, rapid rain bursts and worsening fire season as part of a growing climate crisis.
Search for bodies after flood claims 95 lives in Spain
Dozens of Spanish towns look as if they've been hit by a tsunami after monstrous flash floods killed at least 95 people and left an unknown number missing.
Demand to pressure US senators out of kangaroo ban
Australian politicians and officials have been asked to pressure US senators out of a kangaroo ban that could harm exports and farming.
NKorean troops in Russian uniforms head toward Ukraine
It looks increasingly likely that Russia is about to deploy North Korean troops in combat on the frontline, Washington says.
‘Shooting star’: parents grieve in school death tragedy
The devastated family of an 11-year-old boy killed in a tragic school crash say their son's memory will live on in their hearts as a community mourns his death.
Flight upgrades still clear for take-off despite outcry
Aviation experts say flight upgrades for business leaders and politicians are likely here to stay after concern about the prime minister's travel arrangements.
Papenhuyzen looms as next big chip after Gutherson exit
Parramatta's decision to release Clint Gutherson from his contract will prompt change at the Eels and throw Ryan Papenhuyzen's future in the spotlight.
Sydney FC’s Douglas Costa cleared of serious injury
Sydney FC's star recruit Douglas Costa could be back within a week after missing the Sky Blues' last ALM clash with a hamstring issue.
Roosters tell May he’s free to leave in shock move
The Sydney Roosters have made the surprise move to tell prop Terrell May he can leave the club, in the latest big move on the NRL transfer market.
Optus regrets ‘unacceptable’ conduct alleged by ACCC
Australia's second-largest telco says it failed to meet expectations after the consumer watchdog alleged "unconscionable conduct" against vulnerable customers.
Aussies willing to visit eight shops for groceries
The cost-of-living crunch is motivating more Aussies to shop around but it hasn't halted Coles sales growth, up 2.9 per cent in the first quarter.
Diamonds pipeline stifled by Super Netball star imports
Having won the last Test but lost the Constellation Cup to New Zealand, Diamonds coach Stacey Marinkovich says Super imports affect young Australian talent.
Pert quits Demons, Joel Smith to learn fate
Melbourne CEO Gary Pert has quit in the latest off-field development at the embattled AFL club, while player Joel Smith is facing a ban of up to four years.
Old rivalry flares up as Bombers fight for AFLW finals
Essendon are within touching distance of an AFLW finals spot but old enemy Carlton are determined to end their season with an upset win.
Rising Labor star keeps Gold Coast seat amid LNP sweep
Meaghan Scanlon will be the only Labor representative on the Gold Coast after a Liberal National Party election sweep of Queensland's tourist strip.
Woman attacked by shark saved by boat crew’s first aid
A woman bitten by a shark while snorkelling has avoided serious consequences thanks to the first aid provided by a boat's crew.
FA reveals format, start date of national second tier
Australian football is set to get its long-awaited national second tier (NST) in 2025 after a competition format and start date was confirmed.
Cameron Smith on fire early at the Queensland PGA
Aussie golf star Cameron Smith is outright third, just one shot behind the joint the leaders after his first round at the Queensland PGA Championship.
Waddingham to leave Roar only if price is right: coach
Brisbane striker Tom Waddingham is in demand but coach Ruben Zadkovich has contingencies if he moves on and has outlined the conditions for that to occur.
Konstas, Bancroft, Harris fail in Australia A bat-off
The Australia A bat-off has yielded three failures after Sam Konstas and Cameron Bancroft were out for ducks, and Marcus Harris also falling cheaply.
Sharks risk feeling salary-cap bite in NRL silly season
Almost 190 NRL players will be able to negotiate with rivals from November 1, with Cronulla facing the biggest challenge to keep their squad together.
Parkin stands by Blues’ Voss whom he sacked at Brisbane
Coaching great David Parkin is confident Michael Voss is the man to lead Carlton back to AFL premiership glory.
Wesfarmers defends record profits amid cost crisis
Wesfarmers chair Michael Chaney is reclaiming the word "profit" as the parent company of Kmart and Bunnings reaps a record profit amid a cost-of-living crisis.
Man jailed over ‘vicious’ attack on e-scooter rider
A man showed "cowardly behaviour in the extreme" when he attacked an e-scooter rider during a robbery and delayed his emergency treatment by assaulting police.
State repeatedly failed girl, 12, before murder charge
A troubled 12-year-old girl's treatment before she was charged over a deadly Melbourne stabbing has been slammed by Victoria's children commissioner.
Reece Walsh signs new Broncos deal until end of 2029
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has inked a four-year extension as he outlines why he is ready to lead a premiership challenge under new coach Michael Maguire.
Dodgers clinch World Series following Yankees meltdown
The Los Angeles Dodgers have beaten the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win baseball's World Series - with some help from the Yankees.
Hungry Western United out to grab elusive silverware
Western United are determined to claim their first A-League Women silverware with young forward Kahli Johnson ready to lead the charge.
Risk of election failure now real, commission warns
State elections are at risk of failure over concerns about timelines and the growing number of voters, the Victorian Electoral Commission has warned.
N.Korea test long-range missile designed to threaten US
North Korea has launched its longest-ever intercontinental ballistic missile test in a muscle-flexing display just days before the US election.