Rally driver deaths inquest to probe speed, design
An inquest is expected to be held in mid-2024 into the deaths of four rally competitors in the space of two years at Targa Tasmania events.
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Probe wants government to revisit Qatar flights ban
A coalition-led parliamentary inquiry wants the government to review its decision to stop Qatar Airways being allowed extra flights into Australia.
Sandhu, Richardson unlikely heroes as QLD ambush NSW
Gurinder Sandhu and Kane Richardson were the unlikely heroes with the bat as Queensland defeated NSW in the Marsh Cup at North Sydney Oval.
Palmer fails last-minute legal challenge to referendum
Clive Palmer has failed in a court appeal to argue ticks should not count in Saturday's voice referendum but if they do then 'X' votes should count as well.
Jhye Richardson in hot return as WA crush Victoria
WA's unbeaten start to their one-day cup title defence has continued after Jason Behrendorff and Jhye Richardson starred in a six -wicket win over Victoria.
Hamas ‘will kill captives’ if Israel strikes civilians
The violence in the Mideast, which has claimed more than 1500 lives, has prompted international declarations of support for Israel.
Decision on Hillcrest criminal charges ‘in weeks’
Tasmania's workplace safety regulator says a decision on whether charges will be laid over a fatal jumping castle tragedy is expected in coming weeks.
Seven bikie associates guilty of murdering bystander
Seven bikie associates have been convicted of murdering Adelaide spray painter Jason De Ieso but the jury could not come to a verdict on an eighth accused man.
No footage of final moments before police shooting
Tactical decisions may be behind a lack of camera footage showing a man's final moments before police shot him dead during a stand-off, a court has heard.
Zach Rolfe asks coroner to recuse herself due to ‘bias’
A Northern Territory coroner has been asked to consider recusing herself from an inquest due to 'apprehended bias' against former police officer Zachary Rolfe.
Minister condemns killing of Australian woman in Israel
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil has condemned the killing of an Australian woman by the Islamic group Hamas in Israel, saying her death is heartbreaking.
Co-drivers hit mountain for Bathurst 1000 practice
Erebus have claimed the opening two practice sessions of the Bathurst 1000 after co-driver David Russell backed up Will Brown's early speed at Mount Panorama.
Edwards stars with bat this time for NSW in Shield
NSW allrounder Jack Edwards has added to his six-wicket haul with the ball with an 87 with the bat on day two of the Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland.
Sobey shines as Brisbane Bullets beat Breakers in NBL
The Brisbane Bullets have won back-to-back games to start the NBL season, with Nathan Sobey starring in a tight defeat of the New Zealand Breakers.
MCC member expelled for Lord’s Ashes confrontation
The Marylebone Cricket Club has expelled one member and handed out two other suspensions after the dramatic scenes on the final day of the Lord's Test.
Addo-Carr out of Kangaroos squad, Edwards called in
Penrith's Dylan Edwards is on the cusp of a long-awaited Kangaroos debut after being chosen to replace Josh Addo-Carr in the squad for this month's Test series.
Kostecki takes provisional pole for Bathurst 1000
Supercars series leader Brodie Kostecki has put in a flawless qualifying session to claim provisional pole for the Bathurst 1000.
Corrupt ex-minister Eddie Obeid loses bid for freedom
Ex-NSW Labor ministers Eddie Obeid and Ian Macdonald, as well as Obeid's son Moses, have failed in an attempt to have their convictions quashed.
Midfield star Clayton Oliver won’t be traded: Demons
Gun midfielder Clayton Oliver won't be departing the Demons in the AFL trade period, but Sydney are reportedly chasing Collingwood's Taylor Adams.
Kamikamica to lead Fiji side that includes Bula, Turuva
Tui Kamikamica will captain Fiji during the Pacific Test series, with Jahream Bula, Sunia Turuva and Maika Sivo among the other NRL players in the squad.
Man, three children feared killed in light plane crash
A man and three children are believed to be dead after a light plane crashed and burst into flames near Canberra, with police working through the wreckage.
Pierson, Neser dig in but NSW in control against Qld
Queensland are 5-173 in their second dig, 97 runs ahead of NSW's first innings tally at stumps on the third day of their Sheffield Shield match in Sydney.
‘Don’t break our hearts’: Stan Grant urges ‘yes’ vote
Former ABC Journalist Stan Grant has declared the work will go on for Indigenous Australians regardless of the voice referendum outcome.
Iran activist Narges Mohammadi wins Nobel Peace Prize
Jailed activist Narges Mohammadi has become the 19th woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize for her "very important work" fighting the oppression of women in Iran.
Quicker refugee claims process to snuff out false ones
The Albanese government is cracking down on false asylum claims by boosting the resources of the bodies that assess refugee protection applications.
Luongo called up to end four-year Socceroos absence
Massimo Luongo's stellar form with Ipswich Town has earned him a first Socceroos call-up in four years for friendlies against England and New Zealand.
Image of King Charles on Australian coins unveiled
An effigy of King Charles III is ready to circulate on Australian coins, starting with the $1 coin later this year.
Nobel Chemistry prize for discovery of quantum dots
A trio of scientists who discovered nanoparticles and quantum dots used in LED-lights, TV-screens and cancer surgery have won the Nobel prize for chemistry.
Dogs forward Naughton signs huge AFL deal until 2032
Western Bulldogs forward Aaron Naughton has penned the longest current contract in the AFL, extending his stay at the Whitten Oval until the end of 2032.
Gordon, Frost out as Wallabies’ World Cup woes worsen
Carter Gordon's World Cup is over because of a knee injury, as is his Wallabies' teammate Nick Frost's tournament after he suffered a knock against Portugal.
World Cup winners dominate Diamonds squad
All but two of Australia's Netball World Cup winners have been named in the Diamonds squad for the Constellation Cup series against New Zealand.