Laws to end path to treaty fast-tracked in shock move
The Queensland government has been accused of pushing through laws ending the path to treaty and truth-telling without consultation, sparking outrage.
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Top bank chief reveals why rates are still on hold
Australia's top central banker reveals why she still hasn't pulled the trigger on interest rate cuts despite similar countries already taking action.
‘Overwhelming sadness’ teen dies after snake bite
Sixteen year old Beau Horan was bitten by a snake on Monday afternoon and died in hospital on Wednesday evening.
Bronson Xerri caps comeback year with new Bulldogs deal
Resurgent centre Bronson Xerri will remain at Canterbury until at least the end of 2027 after signing a new contract.
‘I am proud’: state’s first Muslim MP makes history
Bisma Asif is making history as the first Muslim MP to sit in a state's parliament, 20 years after her family arrived from Pakistan.
Sharks’ star NRLW recruit announces pregnancy
Star prop Caitlan Johnston-Green is expecting her first child in May and is likely to miss at least part of her first NRLW season at Cronulla.
Deportation, travel ban and dogs in detention laws pass
Three migration bills giving the government extensive powers to deport non-citizens and bar entry to Australia for some nationalities have passed the Senate.
Tigers coach Kimmorley wants NSW women’s Origin job
Wests Tigers NRLW coach Brett Kimmorley says the NSW Women's State of Origin job is of "genuine interest" to him.
Webster comfortable batting anywhere in Test team
Tasmania allrounder Beau Webster has been added to the Test squad for the first time, with selectors worried about the fitness of a sore Mitch Marsh.
Veteran Liberal senator retires to seek ‘new direction’
Simon Birmingham has made a heartfelt speech to colleagues as the Liberal called time on his 17-year Senate career to pursue a "commercially oriented" future.
Body-in-bags victim allegedly had ‘fiance’ overseas
A woman allegedly killed and dismembered her husband with a drop-saw before disposing of the pieces of his body in neighbourhood bins.
CA delighted with results of shortened WBBL
The shortened WBBL has pulled in bigger crowds and television ratings, with Cricket Australia believing it vindicates the decision to tighten the schedule.
Map reveals Australian hotspots at risk of bushfire
Cyclones, floods, heatwaves and bushfires - authorities are warning large parts of Australia are at increased risk this summer and people need to be prepared.
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Australia urged to follow Middle East on nuclear power
Australia could have nuclear power reactors operating within 12 years, an inquiry has heard, if the nation follows the Middle East rather than Europe.
Vindicated Voll ready for WBBL showdown with Brisbane
Georgia Voll's decision to leave Brisbane for the Sydney Thunder is set to net her an Australian cap, and now she is ready to take down the Heat in WBBL finals.
Benji ‘unsure’ if John Bateman will be at Tigers in ’25
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall admits he does not know whether John Bateman will play for the NRL club in 2025 but wants the situation resolved promptly.
Aussie shares gain again, set for another record high
The ASX200 was up 0.5 per cent at midday, and on track to break Monday's record for its highest closing level ever.
Casino operator counts the cost of going cashless
The leaders charged with turning around the fortunes of troubled casino operator Star have given shareholders a frank assessment of the difficulties ahead.
Patience is a virtue for ALM strugglers Perth Glory
Despite being winless after five A-League Men games, Perth Glory coach David Zdrilic remains confident the results will come alongside their off-pitch rebuild.
Katoa returns early as Dolphins move on from Hunt
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa is back at training two weeks ahead of schedule in another sign of why missing out on signing Ben Hunt isn't all doom and gloom.
Gold Coast’s prized recruit Rioli suffers knee injury
Gold Coast recruit Daniel Rioli could require knee surgery after being hurt at one of his first training sessions with the Suns.
Govt apologises for suffering caused by stolen wages
The suffering and injustice caused to Indigenous people who worked for little or no wages under discriminatory laws has been acknowledged by the government.
Ex-footy star faces court over alleged drunken rampage
A former rugby league and union great is looking to have at least one assault charge dropped following an alleged rampage at a bar.
Return to Cowboys not in Brandon Smith’s NRL sights
Sydney Roosters No.9 Brandon Smith wants his future sorted by the time he returns from his ACL rupture, but a swap deal to North Queensland is not preferred.
Suspension, censure ‘badges of honour’: Lidia Thorpe
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe has refused to back down, capping off her parliamentary year by staring down her suspension and taunting the Senate.
Funding shortfall denies 400,000 of key legal service
Hundreds of thousands of Australians are being turned away from community legal centres, as the sector battles chronic underfunding.
Kangaroos’ Randall desperate for elusive AFLW flag
North Melbourne forward Tahlia Randall is preparing for her fourth AFLW grand final and is determined to break through for a first premiership.
Censures, coffees and a clinched deal: MPs off for Xmas
Parliamentarians are preparing to head home for the year after a far from lacklustre final day in the halls of power.
Trump selects special envoy for Ukraine and Russia
Incoming US President Donald Trump has chosen one of the architects of an 'America First' policy, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia.
England women crush South Africa to win T20 series
WBBL batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge has cracked 78 in 45 balls and Sarah Glenn taken 4-20 as England eased to a 36-run victory in the second T20 against South Africa.
Trump cabinet picks ‘targeted’ with threats, swatting
The FBI says it is investigating several bomb threats and swatting incidents targeting incoming nominees and appointees of US president-elect Donald Trump.