Defence increases flood help, rescues
Additional ADF personnel are being mobilised to assist in areas expected to receive heavy rainfall in the coming days, the prime minister has announced.
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AUSTRAC eyes Crown over alleged breaches
AUSTRAC has served two Crown operations with a statement of claim and begun proceedings in the Federal Court, following an investigation that began in 2020.
Rodda happy to clear the air with Thorn
Western Force lock Izack Rodda has signed a contract extension with the Perth-based club until 2024, in a major boost for the Wallabies and Australian rugby.
Aged care groups welcome dual jab plan
Peak bodies for aged care have welcomed the possibility of residents receiving a fourth COVID-19 vaccine and flu jab at the same time, ahead of winter.
IOC calls for ban on Russians, Belarusians
The International Olympic Committee has called for a ban on all Russian and Belarusian athletes and officials from international events.
Russia strikes Kharkiv, convoy nears Kyiv
A massive convoy of Russian forces has been seen heading toward the Ukraine capital Kyiv, amid fears civilian casualties will escalate.
Adapt now, or suffer: UN Climate report
The latest report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change paints a devastating picture of the future, while carbon emissions have been unchecked.
Australia facing fiery future and more floods in QLD: Landmark report
The UN body that assesses climate change risks has issued dire warnings about disasters and environmental losses in Australia.
Aussie farms face ‘disruption and decline’
The science community has released a damning summary of the impact of human-induced climate change which will hit Australia's agricultural sector.
ACL injury confirmed for Magpies’ Bonnici
Collingwood's AFLW premiership hopes have suffered a hammer blow with scans revealing an ACL injury to star midfielder Brittany Bonnici.
People stuck on roofs as NSW floods rise
A family of five that's stranded on the roof of their flooded home say there are surrounded by 50 neighbours who are also waiting be rescued from the ordeal.
Aust swimmers to boycott champs in Russia
Australian swimmers will boycott the World Short Course Championships in Russia while Moscow-born tennis star Daria Saville condemned the invasion of Ukraine.
Omicron prompts NZ into border shake-up
From later this week, Kiwis abroad will no longer need to quarantine or self-isolate to enter New Zealand.
Labor keen economy at centre of election
Shadow treasurer Jim Chalmers is keen for a contest on the economy in the upcoming election, calling the government's scare campaigns ridiculous.
Russian convoy nearing Kyiv, images show
A convoy of Russian ground forces stretching more than five kilometres is 64km from Kyiv, satelite images show.
Putin nuke threat, West bolsters Ukraine
Russia has placed nuclear-equipped forces on high alert, as the West rallies in support of beleaguered Ukraine.
Australian cricket team lands in Pakistan
Captain Pat Cummins says his side feels safe and comfortable after arriving in Pakistan for Australia's first cricket tour of the country in 24 years.
Aussie Ukrainians direct escapes from Kyiv
Australian-Ukrainians have been co-ordinating escapes from Kyiv, and have asked the federal government to grant their relatives visas.
Russia forces blow up Kharkiv gas pipeline
Residents in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv are being warned to cover their windows with damp cloth after Russian forces blew up a gas pipeline.
Sheldon Riley Australia’s Eurovision pick
Australia will be represented at Eurovision 2022 by singer Sheldon Riley, who has beaten 10 contenders for a spot in the global song contest.
Flood-hit NSW gets $200m support package
The federal and NSW governments are providing $200 million in support for the storm-hit NSW to assist in infrastructure and mental health initiatives.
COVID-19 makes immediate impact on NRLW
The opening round of the NRLW has been impacted by COVID-19, with Sydney Roosters captain Corban Baxter among players ruled out after testing positive.
Ukraine capital girds for Russian assault
Russian forces claim to have captured an airfield northwest of the Ukrainian capital Kyiv as the city's mayor says it "has gone into a defensive phase".
Khawaja departs Sydney Thunder in BBL
Usman Khawaja has been released from his BBL contract with Sydney Thunder so he can spend more time with his family in Brisbane next summer.
Coaching change “seamless”: Pat Cummins
Test captain Pat Cummins says Australia's change in coach from Justin Langer to Andrew McDonald has been "seamless" ahead of their Pakistan tour.
Aussie divers, skiers in Russian boycott
Australia's divers and two aerial skiers have pulled out of events in Russia as Prime Minister Scott Morrison urged other sports to boycott the country.
NZ records five COVID deaths, 12,011 cases
New Zealand's COVID-19 outbreak has doubled overnight, with 12,011 new cases on Friday and five deaths.
New storm warnings after flood death: NSW
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued for the central west of NSW after a man was killed in floodwaters on the Central Coast.
Australia imposes further Russia sanctions
Australia will roll out a third round of sanctions against Russia, aligning with US and UK moves, and will provide non-lethal military equipment to Ukraine.
Ukraine’s president vows to stay put
Missiles have hit the Ukrainian capital Kyiv as Russian forces press on with a full-scale invasion.
Putin escapes new US Russia sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin is an aggressor with a "sinister vision of the world" and a misguided dream of recreating the Soviet Union, Joe Biden says.