Jobs market ‘defies gravity’ but weakening on horizon
The unemployment rate moved higher last month but is still well below historical norms, with more jobs added to the economy than expected.
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Michael Hooper signs up for Aussie sevens Olympic bid
Veteran Australian rugby star Michael Hooper is to take up a new challenge as a sevens player for the national squad, with an eye on striking Olympic gold.
Biden says real progress, deals in talks with Xi
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have shaken hands as they met on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit.
Tough new migration bill passes parliament
Fast-tracked laws subjecting criminals released from immigration detention to ankle tracking and curfews have passed federal parliament.
Champ Opetaia confirmed on monster Joshua, Wilder card
Australia's cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia will fight England's Ellis Zorro on a star-studded card in Saudi Arabia next month.
No public interest defence for war crime whistleblower
David McBride has had a setback after a judge ruled he couldn't claim he acted in the public interest to disclose classified information alleging war crimes.
Australia could lose 2026 Comm Games hosting rights
Australia could lose hosting rights of the 2026 Commonwealth Games as three other regions emerge as potential saviours of the multi-sport event.
NRL cap exemptions for rugby raids will be fair: Abdo
NRL boss Andrew Abdo says salary-cap incentives for a raid on rival codes could be implemented without jeopardising a level playing field for all clubs.
Injury-prone Cheatle a chance of making Test debut
Lauren Cheatle is ever so close to making her Australian Test debut, four years after injuries stalled her international career.
Adelaide United’s Irankunda to join Bayern Munich
Adelaide United prodigy Nestory Irankunda will join German giants Bayern Munich in July next year after being sold for an undisclosed sum.
Growth forecasts take shine off bumper pay packets
Worker pay packets recorded the biggest quarterly jump in the history of the official wage price index survey, but annual growth is still trailing inflation.
Socceroos without Boyle for WCQ clash with Bangladesh
Forward Martin Boyle will miss the Socceroos' opening World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh but will be in contention to face Palestine.
Laws flagged to deal with court decision on detention
The government is working on emergency legislation following the High Court's decision that indefinite immigration detention is unlawful.
AFL opening round locked in for Queensland, NSW
The Brisbane Lions, Gold Coast, Sydney and GWS will host big Victorian clubs in the AFL's inaugural 'opening round' schedule in 2024.
Billion-dollar gang busted but key figures out of reach
An international crime syndicate allegedly trading in prohibited drugs has been disrupted with dozens of people arrested in Australia.
Struggling Hawks axe NBL coach Jackomas
A 2-7 start to the NBL season, after a horror first-year campaign, has cost coach Jacob Jackomas his job at the Illawarra Hawks.
Consumers, businesses still wary about the future
Consumer confidence has taken a hit after another round of interest rate pain, with businesses also cautious about the outlook despite economic resilience.
Disendorsed veteran Liberal MP heads to crossbench
Veteran Liberal MP Russell Broadbent will sit on the crossbench before his retirement at the next election after quitting the party.
Carmichael cameo gives Sydney last-ball WBBL win
The Sydney Sixers have secured a final-ball win over the Hobart Hurricanes in the WBBL on the back of Mathilda Carmichael's unbeaten 32.
Roosters re-sign Smith, Watson as NRL cap squeeze looms
The Sydney Roosters appear to have the toughest job in trying to retain all of their stars beyond 2024 but have re-signed Connor Watson and Billy Smith.
RBA’s inflation forecasts edge higher as risks abound
Inflation is still expected to return to the Reserve Bank of Australia's target band by the end of 2025 but is proving to be more persistent than expected.
Dragons set to miss NRL’ s Magic Round in 2024
St George Illawarra are set to be the team that misses the NRL's Magic Round in 2024 as the league gears up to release its draw next week.
Newcastle street race left off Supercars schedule
Newcastle's streets will be quieter next year with talks breaking down about Supercars returning to the coastal NSW city.
Guards watching movies when teen self-harmed in custody
An interim report into the death of an Indigenous teenager after he self-harmed in youth detention has found multiple system failures.
Australia signs surprise pact with climate-hit Tuvalu
Anthony Albanese and Tuvaluan Prime Minister Kausea Natano have signed a surprise deal including migration pathways to Australia.
First person charged under new law banning Nazi salute
A 24-year-old man is the first person charged since a ban on the public display or performance of Nazi symbol or gestures came into force.
Trucking firm fined $2m following four police deaths
The trucking firm involved in the deaths of four Victorian police officers has been fined $2.3 million for safety breaches while its boss has a $22,500 fine.
Biden to meet Xi in San Francisco, US officials say
US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet on the sidelines of a summit in California, officials say.
Silent reflection for the fallen on Remembrance Day
Australia has paused to remember those who have served the nation in wartime, with Remembrance Day services taking place across the country.
Ukraine capital Kyiv under air attack, blasts heard
"Strong explosions were heard on in the left bank of the capital," Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko has said as the war in Ukraine drags on.
LIV chief Norman hails Adelaide as 2024 dates locked in
Adelaide will host a LIV Golf tournament on April 26-28 next year with chief architect Greg Norman lauding the success of the event in South Australia.