Australia unveils stockpile plan for critical minerals
A $1.2 billion investment in critical minerals will be spruiked by Australia when finance ministers from major economies convene in the US capital.
Politics
Aussie ex-detainee’s dire warning for ‘vulnerable’ Iran
Tehran's decades-old dictatorship could be about to topple, says an Australian expert who was jailed for 804 days by the Iranian regime.
Labor figures jostle for plum post as Rudd marks exit
As Kevin Rudd prepares to finish his time as ambassador to the US, the government is likely to pick another Labor figure to replace him.
Venezuelans in Australia grapple with uncertain future
Venezuelans in exile are pleading for understanding from Australians as they worry about what comes next following a dramatic US intervention.
‘Game on’: coalition aims to win back state in 2027
Thrust into the national spotlight after the Bondi attacks, the NSW opposition leader says her party is ready to govern the state ahead of the 2027 election.
Nationals great Ron Boswell, more effective than pretty
Ron Boswell was a deal-maker and implacable opponent of extremists during his 31 years as a Queensland senator.
Tributes flow for ‘giant’ of Queensland politics
Former Nationals senator Ron Boswell has died aged 85, and is being honoured for his more than three decades in federal politics.
Matriarchy in motion: dancers bring Country to stage
An all-female dance clan is taking its love song to Country, culture and matriarchy to one of Australia's most iconic stages.
Hope, kindness celebrated on bittersweet Christmas
Australians have been urged to come together and look after each other during a holiday season tainted by a shooting at the nation's most iconic beach.
Self-interest widening wealth gap between old and young
Bridging the gap in wealth between older and young Australians will require a major recalibration in housing attitudes and policies, a leading economist says.
New Year revelry ‘act of defiance’ after Bondi terror
Partying in Sydney on New Year's Eve is an opportunity for people to thumb their noses at terrorists, says the premier in the wake of the attack at Bondi.
Premier’s key advisor upends century-old witness law
A premier's right-hand man threatened with arrest has neutralised a federation-era law in a decision set to have far-reaching political ramifications.
Expense scandal critics back MP travel perks crackdown
Restrictions on family travel entitlements sparked by MPs flying partners to major events has strong support but there are calls for even stricter limits.
‘Lower the temperature’: PM’s plea after kidnap threat
A man has been charged with threatening the prime minister, prompting a call for a cooling of the fractious political debate.
Hope, kindness celebrated on bittersweet Christmas
Australians have been urged to come together and look after each other during a holiday season tainted by a shooting at the nation's most iconic beach.
Biggest gun buyback since 1996 following Bondi attack
The prime minister has flagged major changes to Australia's gun laws after the nation's worst mass shooting in nearly three decades.
Coroner urges ban on ‘ineffective’ spit hoods
Spit hoods are ineffective in protecting against transmissible diseases and should be banned in prisons and hospitals, a coroner says.
‘Globalise the intifada’ banned after Bondi shooting
A major crackdown on hate symbols and slogans and new NSW police powers to demand the removal of face coverings has been announced following the Bondi atrocity.
With no campfire skills, Aussies are playing with fire
The fact that three quarters of Australians lack confidence in their campfire skills may explain why one in 10 bushfires are caused by campfire negligence.
Puberty blocker bans slammed as harmful to trans kids
Blanket bans on puberty blockers are the biggest risk to trans children globally, an advocate says, after a second Australian jurisdiction outlawed the drugs.
Premier denies ‘overreach’ as states mull Bondi changes
States are mulling NSW's crackdown on hateful symbols and slogans as anti-immigration rallies draw criticism on Australia's national day of reflection.
Failed pipe bombs among new Bondi massacre allegations
Previously unpublished allegations about the extent of planning behind the Bondi massacre and failed efforts to detonate bombs have been released.
PM seeks advice on perks as furore builds over claims
Anthony Albanese has asked the parliamentary expenses watchdog for advice on travel entitlements as the opposition ramps up calls for a minister to resign.
‘Not a victory’: Brittany Higgins bankrupted by ex-boss
Ex-senator Linda Reynolds' bid to have Brittany Higgins bankrupted has succeeded, but the former politician says it's not a victory.
Australia ‘stained’ by its treatment of child offenders
Australia has been slammed for its juvenile justice laws as UN experts sound the alarm over the growing number of people in prison without a sentence.
‘Holding the tide back’: doctor’s plea for health deal
The federal and state governments are being urged to come together to reach a funding agreement for overwhelmed public hospitals.
Rule-breaking AG to repay taxpayers for family holiday
Australia's top law officer will reimburse taxpayers after a family holiday was ruled outside guidelines, but Treasurer Jim Chalmers says she should not resign.
‘Classic glass cliff’: women leaders mark Liberal first
The majority of Liberal leaders across Australia are now women - but are they political saviours or placeholders until a male colleague takes over?
Nvidia chip sales to China sparks US security concerns
Critics fear Donald Trump's decision to upend US policy by allowing Nvidia to sell its advanced AI chips to China will boost Beijing's military capabilities.
Residents come to terms with devastation of bushfire
As a community takes stock after a blazing inferno that destroyed 16 homes, legal advocates say being prepared for the worst case scenario is crucial.
Senator charges public for travel timed with legal case
Thousands of dollars worth of flights and travel allowance have been claimed by a senator during trips that coincided with developments in a private legal case.