Murder accused grilled by witness about teen’s death
A young man has told a murder trial how he and his friends were hit by a "gutless" ambush attack in a public park and how he later confronted an alleged killer.
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Gloves off as teammates duke out Supercars title
Temperatures and team rivalries will heat up as Will Brown looks to fend off teammate Broc Feeney for the Supercars title at the series decider in Adelaide.
ABC chair worried about rise of fact-less AI news
The threat to editorial guardrails due to the rise of AI and what it means for truth and democracy is worrying, according to ABC chair Kim Williams.
Union ‘sweetheart deal’ suspended in state crackdown
Members have hit out at a state government after CFMEU "perks" were put on ice as a campaign against the beleaguered union heats up.
Trade talks start as world leaders look for trump card
Donald Trump isn't even at the APEC economic summit where his comments on trade tariffs are worrying leaders, but one envoy says speculation isn't helpful.
Jobs still bright spot despite softer employment growth
There may be cracks appearing in the labour market but it's still strong compared to pre-pandemic norms and taking a long time to unwind.
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Regions speak out over carrying ‘forced’ energy burden
Australians in regional towns worry they will be forced to accept nuclear power plants even if they object to them, an inquiry has heard.
At least one ‘severe’ cyclone tipped to hit Queensland
Forecasters say it will be an average cyclone season with at least one to hit Queensland, but the severity of the storm system may be higher than usual.
Fight brews over state treaty as key talks loom
Negotiations on Australia's first treaty with Aboriginal people will begin within days as the state opposition demands the public has a say.
McCosker backs McSweeney to follow his path at the top
Some 50 years after becoming a Test opener on debut with little experience in the role, Rick McCosker believes Nathan McSweeney will have no issue adapting.
Fire ants escape Queensland hidden in ‘treated turf’
Turf ticked off as being treated for fire ants has proven to be a Trojan horse for one of the worst invasive species to reach Australian shores.
Giddey’s MSG streak ends but Bulls hold off Knicks
Josh Giddey was quiet in his first visit to Madison Square Garden with Chicago while Johnny Furphy scored his first NBA points and Jock Landale impressed.
‘You make me sick’: paramedic’s family slams killer
The "vicious" stabbing of paramedic Steven Tougher left his mother haunted by the terror of his final moments, a court has heard as she confronted his killer.
Workplace harassment of women on temporary visas rife
A survey of more than 3300 migrant women in Australia across several industries found more than half have experienced workplace sexual harassment.
Cops ‘did their best’ by tasering great-grandmother
A police officer who attended a nursing home when a 95-year-old with dementia symptoms was tasered told colleagues that was the best they could have done.
Record-breaking Kookaburras keeper latest to call time
Andrew Charter, the Kookaburras' most-capped goalkeeper, has announced his retirement to continue the squad's post-Olympics regeneration.
AFL fixture: five blockbuster must-watch games in 2025
The Sydney Swans will get an early shot at revenge when they host the Brisbane Lions at the SCG in March, a rematch of this year's one-sided grand final.
Hawks handed prime slots in AFL’s 2025 fixture
Sam Mitchell's Hawthorn were dubbed the Hollywood Hawks last season and now they have been rewarded with plenty of spotlight in the 2025 AFL fixture.
Struggling Sydney seek elusive win to ignite ALW season
Sydney FC are desperate to keep pace with Melbourne City at the top of the A-League Women after a winless start to the opening two rounds.
Superstar Cam Smith snares first-round NSW Open lead
Fan favourite Cameron Smith has lived up to his star billing to claim the first-round lead with a course-record start to the NSW Open at Murray Downs Golf Club.
Suspected bomber dead after Brazil Supreme Court blasts
Two explosions outside Brazil's Supreme Court have killed at least one person, with police at the scene investigating.
Leniu wants annual Samoa-Tonga Test series
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu believes an annual three-Test series between Samoa and Tonga could become State of Origin like and sell out stadiums.
Bouncy castle safety warning ahead of summer fun
Bouncy castles and other inflatables aren't always properly anchored, putting children's safety at risk, a workplace safety watchdog has warned.
Murder trial awaits Samantha Murphy’s accused killer
The 23-year-old son of an ex-AFL player will stand trial charged with the murder of missing Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy.
World Surf League to expand women’s elite field
With women's surfing booming, the World Surf League will add another six spots to the 2026 Championship Tour, but it hasn't made a call on the mid-season cut.
Two prospectors found dead in remote bushland
Two people who went prospecting in remote Queensland have been found dead after a search involving mustering helicopters and police on motorbikes and horses.
Wallabies out to avoid another ugly Argentina collapse
Preparing to tackle under-pressure Wales, halfback Tate McDermott says the Wallabies must deliver consistently - something they failed to do in Argentina.
‘Deserted’: police begin first strikes in over 20 years
Police have walked off the job for the first time in two decades to protest the Victorian government's "disrespect" in a long-running impasse over a pay deal.
Ukraine ‘optimistic’ after US talks on hitting Russia
Ukrainian officials say they are hopeful they could be able to strike targets within Russia after talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
US wants extended pauses in fighting in Gaza: Blinken
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken says extended pauses of fighting are necessary in the Gaza Strip for humanitarian reasons.
Woolf pack of new coaches lead Dolphins beyond Bennett
New Dolphins mentor Kristian Woolf is unfazed by the so-called "hoodoo" of following Wayne Bennett as he unveiled his coaching team.