Dutton threatens Coles, Woolies break-up over prices
The consumer watchdog could divest some of Australia's biggest brands if found to be price-gouging and anti-competitive, under a federal opposition proposal.
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One dead as Hurricane Beryl upgraded to category 5
Hurricane Beryl has strengthened to Category 5 status as it crosses islands in the southeastern Caribbean.
Firearms and cocaine trafficking leader jailed
A 24-year-old leader of a gun-running and drug trafficking ring that supplied assault rifles and cocaine across Queensland has been given a lengthy jail term.
Burton goes with less-is-more on mid-field bombs
Matt Burton has the most dangerous torpedo bomb in the NRL, but the Canterbury halfback has opted for a less-is-more approach as his game develops.
The promise and pitfalls of Airbnb in country Australia
Homestay giant Airbnb says its guests add billions of dollars to regional economies but country towns are being warned tourism is not always a saviour.
Remote housing fix needed to ‘get real’ on closing gap
Homes in Queensland's remote communities are chronically overcrowded, and waiting lists for social housing blowing out, sparking calls for federal funding.
Family key to decision on future for Cowboys’ Townsend
Chad Townsend is close to agreeing to his final playing contract and says he is a chance of rebuffing NRL interest to finish his career overseas.
Umpiring standard is as good as ever, says AFL boss
The standard of umpiring is as good as ever despite widespread outcry this season, says AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon.
Woman’s accused killer hit with further charges
A man accused of stabbing a woman in a domestic violence-related murder has been charged with further offences allegedly committed after fleeing the scene.
Generations collide as Aussie skaters chase Paris gold
A nine-strong Australian skateboarding team will carry genuine medal hopes when they head to Paris for the sport's second Olympic instalment.
NRL approves Nawaqanitawase’s early Roosters arrival
Rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase is free to join the Sydney Roosters before the end of the NRL season, after his deal was approved by head office.
‘Superhuman’ para-athletes look to bounce back in Paris
After falling down the medal tally at the 2021 Games in Tokyo, the Australian Paralympic team believes they are "one of the strongest" to represent the country.
Watchdog warning ends Google deal with Telstra, Optus
Telstra and Optus have agreed to stop accepting payments from Google under deals to pre-install the tech giant's search software as default on their phones.
NBL expansion on cards as Blitz returns to Gold Coast
The NBL Blitz pre-season tournament is headed back to the Gold Coast in September as league officials consider whether the city should host an expansion team.
Ukraine, US defence ministers to hold talks
Talks between the Ukrainian and US defence ministers are scheduled after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy renewed his plea for more weapons.
Staggs out, Oates returns for Broncos against Panthers
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs will miss the clash with Penrith to attend a close friend's funeral as veteran Corey Oates returns from a knee injury.
Huni to debut Mike Tyson method in Brisbane homecoming
Unbeaten Australian heavyweight Justis Huni has undergone a tactical transformation, declaring he'll channel Mike Tyson's aggression in his July homecoming.
Coalition calls truce amid bickering over MP’s sacking
The Liberal and National parties in NSW claim to have struck a peace deal but it didn't stop a tense back-and-forth between their leaders.
Lions’ signing spree nets Berry, Cameron
Jarrod Berry has followed good mate Hugh McCluggage's lead and re-committed to the Brisbane AFL club, while Charlie Cameron has also extended.
‘No smoking gun’ to hike rates though prices risks lurk
The path to beat inflation without tanking the economy is getting narrower, the Reserve Bank of Australia confirmed in minutes from its last meeting.
Teen boy in terror probe after university stabbing
An alleged stabbing at a uni is being treated as a terrorist act as police plead with parents to intervene if they see kids accessing radical online content.
Mayor charged with domestic violence offences
A long-serving mayor of a remote Aboriginal community has appeared in court after being charged with multiple domestic violence offences.
Fire casts pall over future of coal mine and workers
Counselling has been offered to workers "traumatised" by an underground fire that has cast uncertainty over the future of a major coal mine.
Aust, NZ fund Solomons airfield in development race
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele has welcomed a $55 million investment in Seghe Airfield that could unlock the region's tourism potential.
Ponga returns early as Storm sit out Harry Grant again
Newcastle have been bolstered by the early return of Kalyn Ponga from a foot injury, while Harry Grant is again missing from Melbourne's NRL team.
Dolphins’ Marshall-King out for up to 10 weeks
In a major blow for the Dolphins, hooker Jeremy Marshall-King has been ruled out for the majority of the rest of the NRL regular season with a foot injury.
Blues top Maroons in pollie state of origin, of sorts
A rampaging Sam Thaiday was no match for David Pocock's staffer as NSW politicians claimed victory over their Queensland rivals in parliament's State of Origin.
Farmers ‘united’ in fight over live-sheep export ban
Furious farmers have pledged to "change the government if we can't change the policy" after laws passed to end the export of live sheep from 2028.
Doctor admits oversights before toddler’s sepsis death
Reflecting on a two-year-old toddler thought to have died of sepsis in regional NSW, an emotional doctor has said more could have been done before the tragedy.
Stampede at Indian religious event kills 87: reports
A large number of people have been killed in a stampede that occurred at a Hindu religious gathering in a town in northern India, officials say.
Trump hush money prosecutors agree to sentencing delay
Manhattan prosecutors say they will not oppose Donald Trump's request to delay the sentencing in his hush money trial.