Devastated city’s river to peak at 12m
Wilsons River will peak at 12 metres at Lismore, the devastated epicentre of the relentless NSW floods, after its levees were breached.
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Healy ton sends Aussies to World Cup final
Australia have demolished the West Indies by 157 runs to reach the Women's Cricket World Cup final against either England or South Africa.
Government prepares for winter COVID spike
The federal budget, released on Tuesday night, provides funding to prepare the health system for an expected COVID-19 and flu spike in winter.
Concerns budget spend will fuel inflation
Global credit rating agencies have given a nod of approval to the federal budget, but economists see pre-election handouts further fuelling inflation.
Morrison brushes off Lib senator’s swipe
Scott Morrison has dismissed an attack by NSW senator Concetta Fierravanti-Wells labelling him unfit to be leader, saying being criticised is part of the job.
Shane Warne remembered as cricket immortal
Former England captain Nasser Hussain has remembered former foe Shane Warne as simply the greatest cricketer of all-time during the MCG memorial service.
Consent disputed at Sailor’s rape trial
A woman who alleges she was raped by ex-NRL player Tristan Sailor was not substantially intoxicated and just forgot she consented to sex, his lawyer has argued.
Russian pullback greeted with scepticism
Ukraine's leaders have reacted with scepticism to Russia's offer to scale back military operations around Kyiv.
Outgoing Liberal senator lashes Morrison
Concetta Fierravanti-Wells - who lost a winnable spot on the NSW Liberal Senate ticket - has savaged Prime Minister Scott Morrison in a fiery speech.
Billions set aside for COVID winter fight
Out-of-pocket costs for prescriptions will be reduced for millions of people, while Medicare funding will increase over the next five years.
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Budget blasted for ‘ignoring’ climate
The 2022/23 federal budget has confirmed $1 billion for the Great Barrier Reef over the next decade, but the environmental spend has also attracted criticism.
States to share in $166b of federal funds
Between the GST carve-up and specific purpose payments, the states and territories will share in more than $166 billion in federal funding over the year.
More than $400m to tackle aged care reform
The federal budget has set aside a further $468 million to help implement the recommendations from the aged care royal commission.
Flood recovery to exceed $6 billion
Disaster support for flood-affected communities is likely to exceed $6 billion, with $1.29 billion paid out to individuals, according to the treasurer.
Cleary headlines NRL stars to make return
Penrith have opted against playing mind games before the grand final rematch with South Sydney after naming Nathan Cleary in the No.7 jersey.
Robinson to miss Roosters trip with COVID
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson will watch his NRL team's clash with North Queensland from home after contracting COVID-19.
Fanning given WSL Bells Beach wildcard
Retired Australian great Mick Fanning has been awarded a wildcard to compete at the World Surf League tour event at Bells Beach next month.
Ukrainian president to address parliament
Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskiy will address federal parliament on Thursday, just hours before the opposition leader will deliver his budget reply.
Crows star Laird set for AFL comeback
Adelaide's Rory Laird is set to make his AFL return from injury but captain Rory Sloane is in doubt for Friday night's derby against Port Adelaide.
Bennett, ex-girlfriend vouch for Sailor
NRL coach Wayne Bennett has vouched for the character of Tristan Sailor, who is accused of raping a woman while she was unconscious or too drunk to consent.
Perry out of Australia’s World Cup semi
Ellyse Perry has been ruled out of Australia's semi-final against West Indies and faces the prospect of missing the business end of another World Cup.
NSW towns evacuate as flooding hits again
Dangerous flooding has again forced families out of their homes as rising waters reach parts of NSW for the second time in weeks.
Ukraine, Russia delegations meet for talks
Ukraine and the United States hold little hope of a breakthrough in the next round of talks between Ukrainian and Russian negotiators.
Smaller deficits even as Frydenberg spends
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has banked some of the windfall from strong economic growth, low unemployment and a spike in commodity prices.
Pre-poll budget offers cash, cheaper fuel
Australians will get one-off cash handouts and tax breaks and pay less for fuel under new budget measures, but a lack of permanent relief has been criticised.
Federal budget shows 3.75pct jobless rate
The federal budget will forecast the unemployment rate falling to 3.75 per cent later this year, well below what was expected just a few months ago.
Labor finalise crucial election candidates
Labor has endorsed candidates ahead of the upcoming election in key seats, as parties scramble to finish preselection.
Jessica Chastain wins best actress Oscar
The Academy Award for best actress has gone to Jessica Chastain for her portrayal of televangelist's wife Tammy Faye Bakker in the movie The Eyes of Tammy Faye.
CODA Oscars’ best film in streaming first
The AppleTV+ family drama CODA has taken the Oscar for best movie, handing Hollywood's top award to a streaming service for the first time.
Will Smith takes Oscar for King Richard
The Academy Award for best actor has gone to Will Smith for his portrayal of the father of tennis stars Venus and Serena Williams in the movie King Richard.
Jane Campion wins best director Oscar
New Zealand director Jane Campion has won the best director Oscar for her movie The Power of the Dog, at the 94th Academy Awards in Los Angeles.