Thousands salute Queen on Platinum Jubilee
Millions of people across Britain and the world are expected celebrate Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee.
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Minister fuels up for gas price action
Energy Minister Chris Bowen is consulting with his state and territory counterparts about what levers can be pulled to ease burgeoning gas prices.
Aussie AstraZeneca CEO honoured by Queen
The Australian boss of pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, which produced a crucial vaccine against COVID-19, has been given a knighthood by the Queen.
‘Nazi salutes, swastikas’ at Melb school
Five former Brighton Secondary College students are suing the school, alleging a culture of anti-Semitic discrimination including Nazi salutes and swastikas.
League broadcast icon Ray Warren retires
Legendary rugby league commentator Ray Warren has confirmed his retirement, the 78-year-old opting not to return for next week's State of Origin series opener.
Economy grows, navigates virus and floods
The Australian economy grew by 0.8 per cent in the March quarter, propped up by household spending and resulting in an annual growth rate of 3.3 per cent.
Power bills will be a challenge: Labor
The federal government says there's no immediate answer to rising power bills but it can support households through childcare support and wage growth.
Pacific ‘front and centre’ of priorities
China's position paper on areas of co-operation with Pacific island nations has raised concerns for Australia and its allies, as well as regional leaders.
House prices to fall as rate hikes bite
The CoreLogic home value index declined 0.1 per cent in May, its first drop since September 2020 and led by falls in Sydney, Melbourne and Canberra.
Klein to referee opening State of Origin
Ashley Klein has been named to referee the opening State of Origin clash between NSW and Queensland in Sydney next Wednesday night.
Broncos put Haas contract talks on hold
Brisbane have announced they will resume contract negotiations with Payne Haas at the end of the season following his dramatic request for a release.
NSW urged to reconsider megaprojects
The NSW government has been urged to reconsider its infrastructure 'megaprojects' as rising costs put a question mark over their benefit to the state.
‘Enough’ vaccines for free Vic flu program
Victoria will roll out a month-long free flu vaccine program in GPs and pharmacies this winter, with authorities confident there is enough stock to go around.
Morrison won’t be on frontbench: Dutton
Peter Dutton is putting the final touches to his frontbench lineup but it will not include Scott Morrison who is expected to retire before 2025.
More COVID-19 deaths across Australia
The latest figures across the nation show more than 50 people have died with COVID-19 in the most recent 24-hour reporting period.
Action but not laws on climate: Coalition
Senior Liberals and Nationals say laws are not needed to enshrine net-zero emissions by 2050, despite voters making climate a key issue at the polls.
Labor to claim Gilmore, win 77 seats
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government will take the NSW electorate of Gilmore, meaning it will govern with 77 of 151 House of Representatives seats.
Labor sets record for women in cabinet
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled the make up of his first frontbench, with a record 13 of the 30 members being women.
Joyce planned ‘transition’ from leadership
David Littleproud says taking the Nationals' top job was no reflection on his predecessor, as Barnaby Joyce revealed he had a leadership 'transition' plan.
Hrustic the key as Rogic out for Socceroos
Former Socceroo Alex Brosque says Ajdin Hrustic has to be the man to step up and star in Australia's World Cup play-offs after Tom Rogic's shock withdrawal.
China shelves Pacific regional agreement
China is shelving a Pacific regional agreement, despite saying the proposal had general support from island nations.
Sydney to challenge Franklin’s AFL ban
Sydney megastar Lance Franklin will challenge a one-game suspension offered to him by the AFL for striking Richmond's Trent Cotchin.
New head for prime minister’s department
Professor Glyn Davis has been appointed to lead the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet, replacing Phil Gaetjens.
Shanks’ husband linked to Mexican cartels
A Mexican state's attorney-general has linked the disappearance of Australian mother Tahnee Shanks to drug cartels in Cancun.
Wighton gets centre-stage Origin reprieve
Jack Wighton is confident he is ready to perform at centre in State of Origin after Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.
Bodies found at Nepal plane crash site
The wreckage of a missing plane has been found in Nepal's Himalayas, a day after it went missing with 22 people on board, along with several bodies.
Aussie Hindley roars to verge of Giro win
Jai Hindley is on the verge of a magnificent Giro d'Italia triumph after taking control of the race by one minute 25 seconds going into the final time trial.
Tupou in surprise State of Origin recall
Four potential State of Origin debutants have been picked in a NSW squad that includes the shock selection of Daniel Tupou at the expense of Josh Addo-Carr.
Real Madrid undisputed kings of Europe
Real Madrid have become European champions for a record-extending 14th time after beating Liverpool 1-0 in the Champions League final.
Giants’ Bobby Hill diagnosed with cancer
AFL club GWS are providing their full support to forward Bobby Hill, who has been diagnosed with testicular cancer.
Magpies snatch win over AFL foes Carlton
Jack Silvagni's late snap shot floated agonisingly wide for Carlton as AFL rivals Collingwood hung on for a thrilling four-point victory.