Second budget surplus in reach as inflation runs hot
Another forecast budget surplus would help in the fight against rising prices, says the government amid pressure over the latest hot inflation readout.
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Loggers more active inside koala park than out: claim
Analysis shows 11 of the 20 active logging operations under way in northern NSW are in areas earmarked for a sprawling koala park, conservation groups say.
Payman might cross the floor again despite party rebuke
Labor senator Fatima Payman has been iced out of a partyroom meeting as punishment for crossing the floor but remains unapologetic about her actions.
Nine to cull 200 jobs in latest mass media lay-offs
The publisher of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age plans to trim its staff by about four per cent after Meta declined to renew a lucrative content deal.
Eels see Brad Arthur in debutant son Matt
Parramatta teenager Matt Arthur will make his NRL debut against Newcastle, a little more than a month after the Eels sacked his father Brad as coach.
Prisoners should be kept 72 hours not 21 days: coroner
Prisoners should be kept in watch houses for a maximum of 72 hours, not 21 days, says a coroner following an inquest into the deaths of two women in custody.
Consistency key as Suns seek to shake unwanted tag
Gold Coast are desperately searching for consistency as they prepare for a huge AFL test against reigning premiers Collingwood.
Optus Stadium turf faces slippery slope of criticism
West Coast coach Adam Simpson and his Fremantle counterpart Justin Longmuir have spoken out about their concerns over the playing surface at Optus Stadium.
Fairytale, regret: Kookas’ 20-year hunt for next gold
Jamie Dwyer scored the goal that won the Kookaburras a famous first Olympic gold, but, 20 years on, regrets remain as the side's search for a second continues.
‘Got what he deserved’: boyfriend guilty of murder
The family of Maryam Hamka say they are relieved a Supreme Court jury found Toby Loughnane guilty of her murder.
Alleged threat to PM’s family by terror plot accused
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese fought back tears while revealing the manifesto of a teen terror suspect allegedly included threats towards his family.
Storm stars to miss clash with bogey side Canberra
Fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen and captain Harry Grant won't face Canberra in Melbourne on Saturday night after both skipped the Storm's training run.
Maroons’ Tabuai-Fidow boost as clubs rest Origin stars
Dolphins star Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will be among a galaxy of stars to miss the NRL's round 17, but will be fit to boost Queensland in State of Origin III.
Aust shares set for positive close to financial year
The ASX200 was up 0.8 per cent at midday, on track to finish June with a 1.4 per cent gain and the financial year with an 8.4 per cent rise.
Port coach Hinkley vows to fight on under AFL heat
Coach Ken Hinkley says he accepts the scrutiny on his dozen years as Port Adelaide coach amid a current form slump.
Dockers back in mids to match it with Sydney’s stars
Fremantle's premiership credentials will receive a huge test on Saturday when they take on the ladder-leading Swans at the SCG.
Soward puts hand up for NSW job as pressure grows
NSW women's State of Origin coach Kylie Hilder is under pressure to keep her job after another series loss, with Jamie Soward putting his hand up as an option.
‘It’s been tough’: rape saga over for ex-NRL star Hayne
Former rugby league star Jarryd Hayne has thanked God, his family and supporters after spending more than a year in jail following his third rape trial.
Ex-Socceroo Zdrilic to be ‘diamond’ coach: Perth Glory
A new era has begun at A-League Men club Perth Glory, with former Socceroos striker David Zdrilic appointed to lead the revamped squad for the next three years.
Farage ‘let down’ by campaigners as UK election looms
Nigel Farage says he has been let down after Reform UK campaigners were recorded making racist and homophobic remarks a week out from the general election.
Brisbane’s Origin stars to sit out of Warriors trip
Reece Walsh, Patrick Carrigan and Payne Haas have all been rested from the Broncos' crunch clash in New Zealand, with the trio remaining in Australia.
‘Profound responsibility’ for new victims’ commissioner
Queensland's first victims' commissioner has been appointed in a bid to combat soaring rates of violence against women.
Greenlight for ANZ’s takeover of Suncorp’s banking arm
ANZ's multibillion-dollar deal to buy Suncorp's banking arm is full steam ahead after federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers approved the plan.
Queensland complete turnaround, clinch Origin decider
In torrential Townsville rain, Queensland have beaten a wasteful NSW in front of a sell-out crowd to win the first three-game Women's State of Origin series.
Share house stabbing murder ‘very distressing’ scene
A man will remain in custody charged with murder over the stabbing death of a female housemate, who he had been living with for as little as two weeks.
Democrats in damage control after Biden’s shaky debate
A stumbling effort by President Joe Biden in the first US election debate has renewed worries among some Democrats about his chances against Donald Trump.
India cane England, set up World T20 final with Proteas
India have hammered champions England in their T20 World Cup semi-final to set up a final showdown with South Africa in Barbados.
Record funding boost for Australia’s Olympic hopefuls
Olympic and Paralympic athletes will share in $283 million of additional funding as Australia lifts its ambitions ahead of the 2032 Games in Brisbane.
‘Whole series of data’ before next rates call: RBA
The Reserve Bank's outlook on inflation is little changed and more data is needed to build a fuller picture of the economy, the deputy governor says.
Israel pushes deeper into southern and northern Gaza
Israeli tanks have pushed further into part of Rafah, forcing thousands of Palestinians to flee, while also continuing their advance against Hamas in Gaza City.
Ukraine signs security pact with European Union
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has signed security agreements with the European Union at a summit in Brussels.