Hypersonic missile ‘could hit in 14 mins’
As Australian, British and American leaders commit to cooperate on hypersonic weapons, the deputy prime minister has highlighted the nature of the threat.
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Inquest into Qld teen’s murder continues
The Queensland coroner will continue an inquest into the death of Toowoomba teenager Annette Mason, who was bludgeoned to death in 1989.
James initially unaware of Broncos bust-up
Brisbane recruit Ryan James says the Broncos don't have a poor culture despite a highly publicised bust-up between teammates Payne Haas and Albert Kelly.
Qld ditches vaccine rules at pubs, cafes
Rules barring unvaccinated patrons from public venues including pubs, cafes and restaurants will be ditched in Queensland from April 14.
Murder charge after body found in Hervey Bay
A 57-year-old man is due to face court charged with murder after a body was found at an industrial complex in regional Queensland.
Aust defence missiles package fast-tracked
Defence Minister Peter Dutton has announced new missiles with a 900 kilometre strike range will arrive years ahead of schedule to arm the RAAF and navy.
Broncos’ Haas, Kelly grilled over scuffle
Brisbane pair Payne Haas and Albert Kelly have been interviewed by the club and NRL after footage of an altercation between the pair surfaced on Sunday night.
Labor aims to stop home care fee rorts
A Labor government will put a cap on the administration and management fees of home care providers, as it continues its focus on the aged care sector.
Concern invasive pest fish is in Qld creek
An investigation is underway after a possible sighting in a Queensland creek of a fish that's considered a major threat to Australia's biodiversity.
Funding limbo for Qld floods buyback plan
Flood affected Queensland residents face uncertainty with a State Government plan to buy back or retrofit homes dependant on federal support.
PM, Labor hit the road in marginal seats
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is spruiking the government's economic credentials in Melbourne while his challenger is targeting marginal seats in Queensland.
Man stabbed in prawn trawler brawl
A heated exchange of words between two crew members on a prawn trawler in far north Queensland quickly turned into a stabbing.
Qld warns elective surgeries could be cut
Some Queensland hospitals are considering suspending elective surgeries with the state dealing with 59,300 active COVID-19 cases.
Titans steal NRL win over luckless Tigers
AJ Brimson's chaotic late try has stolen an 8-6 NRL win for Gold Coast over luckless Wests Tigers at CBUS Super Stadium.
Five dead in Victorian helicopter crash
Four men and a woman are among five people who perished after a helicopter crashed in regional Victoria.
Rowan Baxter a ‘monster’: Clarke’s parents
Hannah Clarke's parents have described Rowan Baxter as a "true monster", saying nothing could have stopped him from killing their daughter.
COVID-19 cases high as restrictions ease
COVID-19 restrictions have been eased across three states, despite the recent rise in national cases.
Cowboys find balance in leadership pair
North Queensland have struck a balance in their leadership in 2022 with Jason Taumalolo and Chad Townsend cool, calm and collected before their next NRL test.
Five rescued in south east Queensland floods
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says rain that triggered the state's fourth deadly floods in four months in easing as the system moves south into NSW.
Video: Police release Kingston bomb suspect footage
Queensland police have released footage of a person in relation to a nail bomb explosion that seriously injured a man south of Brisbane last week.
Saudis beat Roos, pressure builds on Arnie
Australia have suffered a 1-0 World Cup qualifying loss to Saudi Arabia, heaping more pressure on coach Graham Arnold as a sudden-death play-off looms.
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.
Record spend to ‘turbocharge’ regions
The federal government says its budget spending on regional Australia sets a new record, with funding for roads, rail, energy, health and connectivity.
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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.
Queensland Police say more people may have been involved in Crows Nest murder
Detectives investigating the alleged murder of a Queensland woman say others may have been involved in her death, with focus on a metal bar found near her home.
Teen COVID boosters being considered
Case numbers of COVID-19 have been increasing across the country in recent days due to infections linked to an Omicron sub-variant.
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.
MP Laming in court over Facebook posts
The Australian Electoral Commission has taken MP Andrew Laming to court alleging he failed to authorise Facebook posts leading up to the 2019 federal election.
One missing, one dead in Qld floodwaters
One man is dead, another is missing and a southeast Queensland town is on alert as the region faces another night of intense rainfall and possible flooding.
Pre-election budget to ease cost of living
Tuesday night's federal budget is expected to include a cut to the fuel excise as well as assistance for more first home buyers.
Cowboys beat Broncos after Nanai hat-trick
North Queensland have dominated NRL rivals Brisbane in a 38-12 win at Suncorp Stadium, with backrower Jeremiah Nanai scoring three tries.