‘I’ll do it again’: Lidia Thorpe defies censure motion
A Senate vote to censure Lidia Thorpe has not deterred the independent Indigenous senator, who says she'll use the rebuff as "kindling".
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Russia launches deadly attack on city, Ukraine’s grid
A strike on a building in the Ukrainian city of Sumy has killed 11 people and wounded dozens, as Russia launched a "massive" drone and missile attack.
Premier flags tax stability for multinational miners
A mining boss has labelled Queensland's coal royalty scheme a 'sugar hit' as the premier looks to incentivise business with fewer taxes and regulation.
‘Not the frailest I’ve seen’: cop who tasered woman, 95
An elderly woman holding a knife was not meant to die after being tasered for being a threat as she approached police officers and paramedics, a jury has heard.
Bushfires ease but too early to tally property losses
Fire crews have made ground in battling blazes in Victoria's west and southwest, declaring one contained and slowing another.
Independents up in arms over ‘rigged’ donations reforms
The major political parties have been slammed for "rigging" the system to boost their chances of winning, after agreeing on a political donations reform bills.
Silent Alan Jones to fight indecent assault charges
Broadcaster Alan Jones has been granted bail after being, charged with 24 offences against eight victims between 2001 and 2019, when he dominated the airwaves.
Biden administration is escalating Ukraine war: Kremlin
The US has given Ukraine permission to use its long-range weapons to strike deep into Russia, prompting a stark warning from Moscow.
Cruel twist as ankle bracelet strapped back on refugee
An ankle monitor removed from an Afghan refugee has been reattached by officials despite the High Court ruling such visa measures to be punitive.
Men’s Origin to open in Qld, Allianz to host women
The NRL will take women's State of Origin to Sydney's second biggest rugby league stadium in 2025, while Queensland will host the opener of the men's series.
Faessler and Wright hat-tricks as Wallabies rout Wales
Hooker Matt Faessler and fullback Tom Wright have scored hat-tricks as the Wallabies pounded Wales to a merciless 52-20 defeat in Cardiff.
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Developer malaise means Woolies is behind more malls
Woolworths has cast itself as being in competition with cake shops and newsagents, while also showing the might of its construction arm.
‘I never took my time for granted’: retiring Labor MP
A number of politicians are farewelling the parliament ahead of their retirement next year, as Labor and the coalition look to end the year on a high note.
Israeli strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah media head
Hezbollah has confirmed the death of its media spokesman Mohammad Afif in an Israeli strike on a building in Beirut.
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World looks to G20 for breakthrough in climate talks
United Nations officials are urging G20 leaders to break the COP29 stalemate as wealthy nations ask more countries to help foot the climate bill.
Victoria close in on victory over WA as seamers shine
Victoria pacemen Fergus O'Neill and Sam Elliott have their side on the cusp of taking the Sheffield Shield ladder lead against defiant Western Australia.
Renshaw century helps Bulls thwart Tigers’ victory push
Queensland centurion Matt Renshaw has opened up about missing out on a Test spot and why he believes he will play for Australia again.
Batemon’s 51-point haul shoots Bullets to home NBL win
James Batemon stepped up in the absence of Casey Prather with nine three-pointers for the Brisbane Bullets to beat the Perth Wildcats.
Gielnek scores hat-trick, Sky Blues win local derby
Hat-trick hero Emily Gielnik was the star of Melbourne Victory's show against Western United, while Sydney continued their dominance over Western Sydney.
Teenage quick skips schoolies to break WBBL records
Teenager Lucy Hamilton has taken the equal-second best figures in WBBL history to lead the Brisbane Heat to a crucial six-wicket win over the Melbourne Stars.
Herbert reels in LIV teammate Smith to win NSW Open
Lucas Herbert has overcome a four-shot final-round deficit to win the NSW Open and deny his superstar LIV Golf teammate Cameron Smith a first victory of 2024.
Eight killed in second mass attack in China in a week
Police say a former student who killed eight people in a stabbing spree at a vocational college in China was angry he did not get his graduation certificate.
Whitcomb weaves magic to keep Bendigo unbeaten in WNBL
Opals guard Sami Whitcomb has maintained her great early-season form to help Bendigo to a road double and a ladder-leading 5-0 start to the WNBL season
Australia’s changing wickets set India a tougher task
Australia's pitches have changed dramatically since India's last success in the country in 2020-21, with wickets falling far more often and games ending faster.
Dolphins welcome Bennett back for hyped NRL blockbuster
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett returns to Brisbane to play the Dolphins in a round-one NRL showpiece where his old assistant Kristian Woolf will be waiting.
No safer place for Schoolies, police minister says
As school leavers party hard on the Gold Coast, an anti-youth violence organisation is carrying out scans to ensure the teens aren't carrying weapons.
Home lost, people told to flee Great Ocean Road towns
Tourists have been evacuated and people in Great Ocean Road towns have been told to leave immediately as Victoria's bushfire emergency claims at least one home.
Economists look to RBA minutes for clue on future rates
Public appearances by Reserve Bank officials will be scoured for clues to where interest rates might be heading next and how they view the economy.
Japanese forces to join US Marines in the NT
The Japanese military will join US Marines on annual deployments for joint amphibious training to the Top End, Defence Minister Richard Marles has announced.
Xi vows to work with Trump team at final Biden meeting
Xi Jinping says China's goal of a 'stable, healthy and sustainable' relationship with the US remains unchanged following the presidential election.
Johnson bides his time behind ‘big three’ Aussie quicks
Left-armer Spencer Johnson now owns the best T20 international figures by an Australian quick -- but he doesn't expect to make the nation's first-choice side.