Scott Morrison first ex-PM to be censured
Scott Morrison has become the first former prime minister to be censured by federal parliament over his secret appointments to multiple ministerial portfolios.
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India free trade gets new year green light
The Australia-India free trade agreement has got the thumbs up from India, clearing the way for the removal of taxes on 90 per cent of Australian goods exports.
Ex-MP Maguire charged over visa scheme
Gladys Berejiklian's former boyfriend Daryl Maguire has been charged with criminal conspiracy over an alleged visa fraud committed while he was an MP.
No cowards in Australian team: Cummins
Pat Cummins has admitted disappointment over the Justin Langer saga overshadowing the Test summer, saying he would never air private conversations in public.
COVID fines worth millions are withdrawn
Fines worth millions of dollars issued for breaching COVID-19 restrictions will be scrapped, following a landmark decision by the NSW Supreme Court.
SA releases industrial manslaughter laws
South Australia's Labor government has released draft legislation to make industrial manslaughter a criminal offence paving the way for jail sentences.
GWS select Cadman as No.1 AFL draft pick
Greater Western Sydney have selected 18-year-old Victorian key forward Aaron Cadman with the No.1 pick in the AFL national draft.
Rail strikes to end as NSW govt makes deal
The NSW government has finally cut a deal with the rail union to modify a fleet of trains after months of bitter negotiation and strikes.
Hewitt’s heroes fight into Davis Cup final
Australia's tennis men have reached the Davis Cup final for the first time in 19 years after coming from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 in the semis in Malaga.
Vic’s Daniel Andrews three times a winner
Daniel Andrews and Labor have won a third term in government in Victoria, with the premier welcomed to cheers of "four more years" as he claimed victory.
Socceroos in defensive reshuffle at cup
The Socceroos have lost Nathaniel Atkinson to injury and summoned Fran Karacic for their vital World Cup clash against Tunisia.
Griffith hat-trick in Jets’ big ALW win
American forward Sarah Griffith scored with her left foot, right foot and head to lead Newcastle Jets to a 4-2 A-League Women win over Western Sydney Wanderers.
Adelaide stun Sydney Sixers in WBBL final
The Adelaide Strikers have upset the Sydney Sixers to claim their first WBBL crown with a 10-run win at North Sydney Oval.
Duke’s up as Socceroos down Tunisia in cup
Maligned striker Mitch Duke has scored in Australia's 1-0 win against Tunisia, delivering the Socceroos a third-ever win at the World Cup finals.
Labor wins third term in Vic election
Labor will govern in Victoria for a third term, with Premier Daniel Andrews leading his party to victory at the state election.
History for Andrews, exit for Guy in Vic
A victorious Daniel Andrews has vowed to govern for all Victorians as his opponent Matthew Guy prepares to stand down as Liberal leader.
Labor seals Senate deal for workplace laws
The Albanese government says stagnant wages will rise after it reached a deal with crossbench senator David Pocock to pass its signature workplace laws.
Wallabies believe after epic comeback win
The Wallabies conjured an incredible comeback from 21 points down in the second half to end their spring tour on a high with a win over Wales.
Aussie Davis Cup men inspired by Socceroos
Australia's tennis men have taken time out before practice for their Davis Cup final against Canada to cheer on the Socceroos in their World Cup win.
Vic Lib leader contenders yet to commit
Victorian Liberal Leader Matthew Guy will step down after a second crushing election loss, paving the way for a clean transition once seats are finalised.
Doran guides Tasmania to win over Vics
Tasmania have climbed to second on the Sheffield Shield ladder after beating Victoria by four wickets at the MCG.
Aussie Davis Cup dream shattered by Canada
Australia's hopes of regaining the Davis Cup after 19 years have been sunk by Canada, who beat Lleyton Hewitt's men 2-0 in the World Cup final of tennis.
RBA sorry for interest rate predictions
Reserve Bank boss Philip Lowe has admitted language around the 2024 interest rate forecast was not clear enough and apologised for the miscommunication.
Terrorism threat lowered but attack 50-50
Intelligence agency ASIO has lowered the threat of a terrorist attack from probable to possible but rates the chance of an attack within the next year at 50-50.
Censure motion against Morrison
Anthony Albanese says parliament will move to censure former prime minister Scott Morrison, but the motion will not be supported by the opposition.
Nationals to oppose Indigenous voice
The Nationals will not support efforts to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament in the constitution, threatening the chances of a referendum passing.
Nine dead as Somali troops end hotel siege
Eight civilians and one soldier have died during a siege at a Somali hotel which ended after troops overpowered al Shabaab militants.
New Delhi arrest over 2018 Qld death
Queensland police are confident of a smooth extradition process after a man was arrested in India over the suspected murder of Toyah Cordingley in 2018.
Repair funds after ‘gruelling’ NSW floods
Flood-stricken communities in regional NSW will receive cash to repair thousands of kilometres of roads destroyed in historic flooding, the premier says.
Bird, Siddle fire for Tasmania in Shield
Tasmania's decision to bowl first in their Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria has paid dividends on day one as they head towards a first-innings lead.
WA win leaves NSW bottom of Shield ladder
Undefeated Western Australia have beaten NSW by 133 runs at the SCG to extend their lead at the top of the Sheffield Shield table and leave their hosts bottom.