Climate action call as King presides over leaders meet
Australia and wealthier Commonwealth nations are being told to pay the rent on climate action as the Pacific faces an existential threat from rising sea levels.
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No nukes till late 2030s: energy switch may take years
Establishing nuclear power plants in Australia may take more than a decade, an inquiry has heard, and dealing with radioactive waste might be longer.
US pushes for peace as Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire
As the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken makes the current administration's final push for peace in the Middle East, Israel continues to bombard Lebanon.
Abortion access still a lottery for the disadvantaged
When it comes to abortion access, Victorians face a 'postcode lottery' with those in disadvantaged and regional areas confronting barriers to the service.
US confirms NKorea troops in Russia, maybe for Ukraine
The US says it has seen evidence of North Korean troops in Russia with reports they are the first of a 10,000-strong force being sent to help fight in Ukraine.
‘Frosty’ cools on full-time Supercars return
Nearing the end of his career as a full-time driver, Supercars veteran Mark Winterbottom says he isn't focused on finding a way back to the grid in 2026.
Daley in NSW Blues’ sights ahead of board meeting
Laurie Daley and Paul McGregor will both have support as NSWRL board members meet for the first time since releasing Blues coach Michael Maguire.
‘Cover up’ after killing of gang-linked home invader
The alleged shooting murder of a man involved in a home invasion was concealed by the gunman's organised-crime associates, police say.
Puppy farms put on short leash with legal crackdown
Tighter rules are in the pipeline as NSW moves on large-scale puppy farms, which have increased in the state since Victoria introduced stricter regulations.
Alamoti signs off on long-term Panthers deal
Paul Alamoti has penned a new deal with Penrith that will keep him at the reigning NRL premiers until the end of 2027.
Holey moley! Massive Ouroboros sculpture eats limelight
A massive metal sculpture has been unveiled at the National Gallery of Australia, with artist Lindy Lee relieved it turned out better than she imagined.
Insurer’s disaster claims running well under budget
Insurer IAG had relatively fewer natural peril claims in the first quarter of 2024/25, but CEO Nick Hawkins says everyone realises how quickly that can change.
‘Israeli swastika’: restaurant boss’s claim over symbol
A restaurateur who pleaded guilty to displaying a Nazi symbol at a pro-Palestinian rally, initially told police it was an "Israeli swastika".
‘No doubt’ inflation is moderating: finance minister
Much is riding on quarterly inflation data out next week as Australia's slow progress by international standards has Labor defending its economic record.
Bancroft fails to push Test case with another low score
Cameron Bancroft's push for Australia's vacant opening spot has dipped again as Western Australia took charge of their Sheffield Shield clash with Tasmania.
LNP candidate ‘not fit for office’ over Hitler joke
A far north Queensland candidate has come under fire for joking about her German heritage after her election poster was defaced with a Hitler moustache.
Five-wicket haul as young quick shines in Shield debut
Queenslander Tom Whitney has become the first Bull in 38 years to claim a five-wicket haul on debut, before impressing with the bat against South Australia.
Thousands queue to but see the royals passing by
The King and Queen greeted some of the people who queued for hours in a bid to get a glimpse on the final full-day of their brief royal tour of Australia.
Heat still on opposition despite abortion law backtrack
A crossbencher has backtracked on abortion law changes before the Queensland election but the premier is maintaining pressure on the opposition over the issue.
Adults only: online codes to limit porn, gaming access
Australian internet users will have their age tested before they can access some gaming and pornographic websites under wide-ranging online safety proposals.
Fine line widens between penalty amounts and inflation
Inflation may have caused a cost of living crisis, but the price of many fines have stayed the same for nearly 20 years in Victoria.
Premier looks to stop election slide in final debate
Premier Steven Miles hopes to arrest a worrying slide after going toe to toe with the opposition leader in the final debate ahead of Saturday's state election.
Hit-run sentence ‘won’t heal pain’ for top cop’s family
A judge has handed a suspended jail sentence to the teenage driver who caused the death of SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens' son Charlie in a hit-run crash.
Central Park Five sue Trump for defamation over debate
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is facing another defamation lawsuit after he described the exonerated Central Park Five as killers.
Claims a cargo jet shot down in Sudan’s Darfur region
Russia says it is investigating claims a cargo jet has been shot down by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Darfur.
Washington makes last Mideast peace bid before election
The US is making its first push for Middle East peace since the leader of Hamas was killed by Israel, a development Washington hopes can usher ceasefire talks.
Harris, Trump ramp up the pace two weeks to US Election
Painting Donald Trump as a threat to democracy, Kamala Harris has urged Republican voters to put the country's interests over those of the party.
Russia hits Kyiv with drone attacks for second night
Two civilians have been killed and 15 injured in a separate ballistic missile attack on Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine.
Brondello’s Liberty win WNBA championship in thriller
Australian coach Sandy Brondello has broken a 28-year drought by steering the New York Liberty to their first WNBA title with an overtime win over Minnesota.
‘Absolutely’ Demon’s best chance at Aussie Open: Hewitt
Lleyton Hewitt believes now is the time for Alex de Minaur to make his mark on the Australian Open following a breakout year for the world No.9.
Smith says he didn’t ask for return to Test No.4 spot
Australian Test star Steve Smith has denied asking to return to No.4, while admitting it's his favourite spot.