WA eases COVID-19 rules but masks remain
Western Australia will move to the national definition for COVID-19 close contacts but proof of vaccination and mask-wearing mandates will remain in place.
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Cop chase that killed toddler ‘appalling’
A coroner has slammed police decisions during a pursuit that led to a toddler being crushed to death in her own Sydney backyard as appalling.
Cleary can become Penrith’s greatest ever
Penrith believe Nathan Cleary can become their greatest ever player after he and father Ivan opted to forego more money elsewhere to stay at the NRL club.
New CA coach McDonald prioritises workload
Cricket Australia has confirmed Justin Langer's full-time successor, with Andrew McDonald given a four-year contract to coach the men's team.
Leifer wants jury to decide abuse charges
Former Melbourne school principal Malka Leifer has elected to have 90 charges of child sexual abuse heard by a jury in a trial now expected to begin in August.
Christensen joins One Nation Senate push
Former LNP MP George Christensen says Pauline Hanson's One Nation approached him last year about running for the party at the 2022 federal election.
Rate rise risk unnerves mortgage holders
Households with a mortgage have posted a steep drop in confidence due to concerns a cash rate rise by the RBA is just months away.
Job losses ‘voluntary’ at factory site: PM
The prime minister has been forced to address reports a manufacturing facility he visited on Tuesday is reducing workers to outsource overseas.
Government under fire for refinery pledge
Scott Morrison has received criticism for inaction on climate change following the government's $250 million commitment for oil refineries.
Greens’ power balance to end coal and gas
Greens leader Adam Bandt says the minor party is on track to hold the balance of power after the election and will demand an end to gas and coal projects.
Five shot at New York subway station
At least five people have been shot and more injured during a violent attack at a subway station in Brooklyn, New York.
Matildas defeat NZ after first-half blitz
The Matildas have put on a clinical first-half performance in Canberra, coming up with a 3-1 win over New Zealand after more Sam Kerr magic.
Marcelo Montoya handed four-game NRL ban
Warriors winger Marcelo Montoya has received a four-game ban at the NRL judiciary for his use of a homophobic slur.
Clearys to extend Panthers NRL contract
Father-son duo Ivan and Nathan Cleary are both expected to announce new NRL contracts with Penrith.
Australian minister deployed to Solomons
An Australian minister has been sent to the Solomon Islands following revelations China tried to import firearms to protect its embassy during the 2021 riots.
Saints coach Ratten out with COVID-19
St Kilda's Brett Ratten has become the fourth AFL coach this season to be ruled out of leading his team on game day after testing positive for COVID-19.
Families slam ‘reckless’ pilot at inquest
The families of four people killed in a helicopter crash off the coast of NSW have slammed the aircraft's "reckless pilot" at an inquest into the accident.
Saints’ Ryder fails to overturn AFL ban
Star St Kilda veteran Paddy Ryder will miss AFL games against Gold Coast and GWS after failing to overturn his two-match ban for rough conduct at the tribunal.
New Darwin port to boost jobs, security
Nationals leader and Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has unveiled details of a $1.5 billion port facility in Darwin on the campaign trail in the NT.
Consumers, business upbeat ahead of poll
Consumers and business have entered a long six-week federal election campaign in a relatively upbeat mood.
Qld flood victims lose High Court fight
Queensland's 2011 flood victims have lost a High Court bid to challenge for another $440 million in compensation from a state government dam operator.
Vic child mask mandate could be scrapped
Victorian children returning to school in term 2 may not have to wear masks, after the state government announced new COVID-19 travel measures.
Gillon McLachlan to step down as AFL CEO
Gillon McLachlan was close to tears as he announced he will step aside as AFL CEO at the end of the 2022 season, but not before tackling an ambitious agenda.
Regional Victoria to host 2026 Comm Games
Victoria has become the first state or region to be awarded the Commonwealth Games, with regional cities to host every event except the 2026 opening ceremony.
Senior federal ALP MP contracts COVID-19
The Labor candidate for the NSW lower house seat of Fowler in Sydney's southwest, Kristina Keneally, is going into isolation after contracting COVID-19.
Albanese keen to move on from slip-up
Anthony Albanese has sought to move away from his economic gaffe, aiming to shift debate back towards policy as Liberal attacks over the slip-up continue.
Palmer, WA premier seek aggravated damages
Billionaire Clive Palmer and West Australian Premier Mark McGowan are each seeking aggravated damages in their defamation case before the Federal Court.
Teacher who filmed doll sex videos jailed
A former primary school teacher who abused children and filmed himself having sex with a doll depicting a student's face has been jailed.
Hamstrung Mitchell an Origin doubt for NSW
Latrell Mitchell is in doubt for this year's State of Origin opener after South Sydney confirmed a hamstring tear will sideline the NSW star for eight weeks.
Stars Naitanui, Franklin sidelined in AFL
Just as West Coast are about to regain several key players they have lost star ruckman Nic Naitanui until the second half of the AFL season with a knee injury.
The Saints Chris Bailey, one of the greats
Australia is mourning Chris Bailey, lead singer of Australian band The Saints, who Jimmy Barnes says was one of the country's greatest songwriters.