Indigenous communities pushing back against eye disease
Children in vulnerable Indigenous communities are less likely to contract a highly infectious eye disease, while more adults are having surgery for cataracts.
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Experts back age limit at landmark social media summit
Laws will be needed for social media companies to comply with any age limit on users, one premier says as experts back calls to restrict youth access.
Pilot ‘heavily intoxicated’ before fatal hotel crash
A drunk pilot's decision to take a helicopter from a Queensland airport hangar and fly it around a tourist spot before fatally crashing remains a mystery.
Popovic’s Socceroos sink China to revive World Cup hope
The Socceroos have downed China 3-1 in Tony Popovic's first game as coach to revive Australia's hopes of qualifying for the next World Cup.
Hezbollah ‘Golan Heights’ member eliminated: Israel
Israel's military has reportedly hit targets in Syria and killed a member of Hezbollah's "Golan Terrorist Network" as it ramps up its war against the group.
Japan’s new PM calls a snap election
New Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has dissolved the lower house of parliament to set up an October 27 snap election.
Runs, wickets for Labuschagne in WACA Shield clash
Marnus Labuschagne has fallen short of a century but he still had plenty to smile about in an intriguing Sheffield Shield battle with WA at the WACA Ground.
‘Handmaid’s Tale’: abortion law repeal call slammed
The heat is on Queensland's opposition leader as a conservative crossbench vows to challenge abortion laws in the likely event of a change in government.
Popovic expects instant happiness as Socceroos coach
Tony Popovic expects to be instantly happy when he makes his debut as Socceroos coach in a World Cup qualifier against China in Adelaide.
Lost balls: Carey on the attack ahead of Test summer
Alex Carey has carried his white-ball form into the Sheffield Shield, hitting 90 off 85 balls as South Australia battled to stay in their clash with NSW.
Rio Tinto to acquire Arcadium Lithium for $10 billion
Rio Tinto will pay a 90 per cent premium to acquire Arcadium Lithium, adding lithium to its aluminium and copper operations.
Man jailed after leaving victim’s body in wheelie bin
A man has been jailed for 18 years.after killing an acquaintance, hiding his body in a wheelie bin and then raping a young woman while she walked home at night.
PM’s XIII: Kobe to take his shot for Maguire’s Broncos
Kobe Hetherington can use his Prime Minister's XIII appearance in Port Moresby to set the tone as he aims to start under Michael Maguire at Brisbane.
Park your car to power your home: study probes EV tech
Electric cars could become energy storage solutions as part of a two-year project launched by the NRMA and university researchers.
Aussie shares edge up as Rio seals $10b lithium deal
The ASX200 has finished 0.1 per cent higher, with Rio Tinto announcing after the market closed that it would pay $10 billion to acquire Arcadium Lithium.
Western Bears insist they weren’t low-balling the NRL
The leader of the Western Bears bid Peter Cumins has insisted he did not try to low-ball the NRL with their expansion bid, stating it was unfeasible to pay one.
ASEAN leaders to tackle Myanmar crisis and disputed sea
A worsening civil war in Myanmar and rising tensions over the South China Sea are top of the list for Southeast Asian leaders meeting in Laos.
Swans lose All-Australian midfielder to hand injury
Sydney midfielder Laura Gardiner has been sidelined indefinitely after suffering a hand injury in their round-six loss to Geelong, while Montana Ham is a test.
Luai to finish stellar season with Samoa captaincy
Wests Tigers recruit Jarome Luai will captain Samoa for the first time when the side embarks on its first Test tour of England.
‘Empowering’: Aussie Skye’s historic Saudi Arabia bout
Queenslander Skye Nicolson's belt defence will be the first women's world title fight held in Saudi Arabia.
Hybrids demoted to make way for electric Uber rides
Rideshare giant Uber is making changes to encourage more drivers to adopt electric vehicles, including knocking hybrid cars out of 'green' service.
Why Marsh’s bowling complicates Test selection dilemma
Selectors could be forced to choose between an extra bowling option or specialist opener if Cameron Green's back injury forces him out of the Australian summer.
Dockers step up pursuit of Bolton, all eyes on Stringer
Fremantle's bid to secure contracted Richmond gun Shai Bolton is heating up while Essendon forward Jake Stringer could be off to GWS.
New Socceroos coach Popovic demands intensity lift
Socceroos stalwart Jackson Irvine says new coach Tony Popovic has made an instant impact by demanding greater intensity ahead of a crunch World Cup qualifier.
Australia waives immunity of diplomat’s partner in NZ
Charges could be laid against the partner of an Australian diplomat over an alleged street fight after his immunity from prosecution was removed.
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Time for a check-up: hospitals not yet climate ready
All-electric hospitals could cut emissions by using clean energy under a proposed retrofit that would also keep services on during power cuts and catastrophes.
Mostert to go full-throttle for third Bathurst win
Walkinshaw Andretti United driver Chaz Mostert is eyeing his third Bathurst 1000 win and a chance to propel himself to the top of the Supercars championship.
How iron man Isaah Yeo learned of Australian captaincy
Isaah Yeo has revealed he was unaware of his appointment as Australian captain until tuning in to Mal Meninga's press conference while at home ironing.
Rebels try for $30m-plus in Rugby Australia court clash
The Melbourne Rebels are suing Rugby Australia for more than $30 million after the Super Rugby outfit was dissolved, claiming favouritism to interstate clubs.
Former military lawyer to appeal leaked docs conviction
Former military lawyer David McBride has been granted leave to appeal against his convictions for leaking secret documents.
It’s a shame to miss World Club Challenge: Panther Yeo
On the back of their grand final win over Melbourne, Penrith have contacted the NRL to explain they will not be able to take part in the World Club Challenge.