Housing groups shore up support for build-to-rent bill
Australians want "action, not politics" when it comes to the build-to-rent bill, a federal MP says, as new data shows public support for the legislation.
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International summer begins at MCG with low-key ODI
Australia will play three ODIs and three T20s against Pakistan before the main course of the international summer - a five-Test battle with India.
Labor banking on education plan to give it a clean run
As federal MPs return to Canberra, the Labor government is hoping its education reforms will allow it to end the political year on a high ahead of the election.
Corpse disposal claim against Tyrrell foster mum tested
Allegations William Tyrrell's foster mother hid his body after he accidentally died at a coastal property 10 years ago are being examined by a coroner.
Russian drone attack sparks park fire in Ukraine’s Kyiv
Russia's assault on Ukraine continues, with Moscow sending close to 100 drones across the border.
Jack Miller ‘lucky’ to survive horror crash in Malaysia
Australian motorcycle ace Jack Miller says he was "lucky to walk away" from a horror first-lap crash at MotoGP's Malaysian Grand Prix.
Harris appeals to Christians and Arab Americans
Polls predict a razor-thin margin in the US election, with the outcome uncertain in seven battleground states as the largely negative campaign draws to a close.
Mixed response to Labor pledge of student debt relief
The opposition and student union have criticised Labor's pledge to cut student debts by 20 per cent, but universities backed efforts to make the system fairer.
Sam Walker signs new deal with NRL’s Roosters
The Sydney Roosters have re-signed star halfback Sam Walker, who will be at the club until at least the end of the 2027 season.
‘Con job’: government flushes hydro energy project
A report says a scrapped pumped hydro scheme proposed by the former Queensland government had no value for money, with costs blowing out to almost $37 billion.
Bid to cancel flight upgrades for politicians takes off
Crossbench MPs are calling for tighter rules on political perks as Anthony Albanese continues to bat away criticism for accepting flight upgrades.
US election unpredictable but Australia pact a sure bet
Donald Trump's favouring of trade tariffs concerns some among Australia's political class, but one expert says he and his rival are similar on foreign policy.
Reeling India face Rohit Sharma doubt for first Test
India have changed their preparation plans ahead of the Test series in Australia after their batsmen failed in the 3-0 home series loss to New Zealand.
Slain rapper ‘kept our family together’, says brother
Community leaders who spoke out following the death of a young rapper have "no insight" into what happened and the death was not gang-related, his brother says.
Public funding for nature conservation stalls at COP16
Rich countries declined to set up a fund to help poorer nations restore their depleted natural environments at the United Nation's COP16 biodiversity summit.
Westpac’s profit dips to $7b as mortgage stress eases
Westpac has posted an annual profit of $7 billion and lifted its final dividend, in Peter King's last financial result as chief executive.
Lomax ‘stoked’ to officially finish time at Dragons
Australian representative Zac Lomax has opened up on his NRL move to Parramatta and much-discussed exit from St George Illawarra.
Tonne of Tongan muscle won’t scare Aussies in Cup final
Numbers reveal a stark difference in size between the Australian and Tongan forward packs ahead of the Pacific Cup final.
Boxing’s ‘Steve Irwin’ hunts homecoming title fight
Jai Opetaia hopes to return to the Gold Coast venue to defend the two world title belts he famously first won there in 2022 despite breaking his jaw twice.
‘Stop stabbing me mate’: paramedic’s words to killer
Chilling details have been revealed into the stabbing death of paramedic Steven Tougher as his killer pleaded not guilty on grounds of mental illness.
Marathon journey from also-ran to global racing status
The elevation of the Sydney Marathon to an illustrious run club is expected to be a boon for elite athletes, joggers and Australian tourism providers.
Heartbreaking loss of global artistry at Aust festivals
Back at the helm of the Adelaide Festival, Brett Sheehy is heartbroken by the loss of international artistry at Australia's big city arts festivals.
Trade boost spruiked as China inspects Australian meat
Trade Minister Don Farrell is launching the first phase of a winemaking agreement with China as he looks to boost trade by tens of billions of dollars.
Starc fires as Australia restrict Pakistan to 203
Star quick Mitchell Starc has claimed 3-33 to help Australia restrict struggling Pakistan to 203 in the first ODI at the MCG.
Melbourne Cup fancies Vauban, Buckaroo ready to fire
Irish raider Vauban is out for Melbourne Cup redemption as Chris Waller's Buckaroo headlines the locally trained contenders in the great race's 164th edition.
Patterson’s big Shield return continues in NSW-QLD draw
Kurtis Patterson made it back-to-back half-centuries on his return to the Sheffield Shield as NSW held on to force a draw against Queensland.
Players union lashes poor quality of A-Leagues pitches
The pitch quality of two grounds in the A-League Women and Men competitions have come under fire from soccer's players union.
Grave robbery: state accused of death tax by stealth
Wealthy families are being targeted for a massive hike in fees for settling inheritance after the death of a loved one.
Agar sends timely reminder as WA thrash Tasmania
Ashton Agar pushed his Test hopes and Brody Couch took a hat-trick as Sheffield Shield leaders Western Australia thrashed Tasmania by an innings.
Dozen murder accused plead not guilty to park killing
A dozen men have pleaded not guilty to murdering a teenager and not guilty to injuring 10 other people, including with bats and knives, near a soccer club.
Canine carnage: 10 dog attacks on posties each day
The alarming rate of dog attacks on posties has been revealed, with almost 1300 recorded in the past six months across the nation - an average of 10 a day.