Three more rate hikes tipped as prices begin to rise
Construction contractors are already hiking prices due to rising fuel costs, in a sign the US-Israeli war in Iran is contributing to economy-wide inflation.
national news
Relief as hundreds evacuated from path of cyclone
Evacuees from the path of a cyclone feel safe but are anxious about the homes and pets they left behind as flood-hit Top End communities face a further deluge.
Aussie shares hit nine-month low as war wipes $270b
The bourse is down for a third straight week with more than $270 billion wiped from its market value since US attacks on Iran sparked an energy market crisis.
Power bill relief on the cards as wholesale prices fall
Power bill saving of up to $200 can be anticipated for some customers next financial year under proposed safety net prices.
Labor considers windfall gas tax amid Iran price spike
A new tax on extraordinary gas profits caused by the Middle East conflict could raise an extra $27 billion per year for the federal budget, advocates say.
Labor figure’s accused killer beats bail booze reading
Labor strategist Tim Picton's accused killer remains on bail after prosecutors withdrew a bid to revoke it over alcohol consumption.
National eyes on election where there is a second prize
Intense political interest is focused on which party can secure second place in a state election in which almost half of voters have already cast their ballots.
‘Get out’: police cop deathbed rant from outback killer
Even as he lay on his deathbed, a notorious murderer refused to divulge the whereabouts of a backpacker he shot dead in a crime that shook the nation.
Two men in hospital after brazen alleged hit and run
A man will spend the night behind bars after he allegedly strangled an unknown man and pinned another under his car before driving away.
No new mines but coal expansions given green light
Large-scale coal mine expansions will continue to be approved under a new state policy despite concerns from its own carbon emissions commission.
‘Abhorrent male bravado’: men jailed for violating girl
Two regional footballers who preyed on a 14-year-old girl at a birthday party for their own "perverted sexual gratification" have been locked up.
Aussie shares plunge, oil prices spike as war escalates
The Australian stock market has fallen to its lowest level since November, with heavy losses for goldminers as the yellow metal fell to $US4,850.
Aussies urged to work from home to save precious fuel
As dozens of servos run dry of petrol and diesel, the nation's road commuters are being told to go slower or even stay at home to ease the pain of fuel shocks.
Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia
Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads.
Prayers, protesters at end-of-Ramadan celebrations
Australia's Muslim community has marked the end of Ramadan, but the prime minister's appearance at a major mosque was met with a cold response.
Syndicate allegedly shipped stolen cars to Middle East
A criminal syndicate allegedly stole hundreds of high-end cars in Victoria and Queensland before shipping them to the Middle East for profit.
Killer jailed after brutally betraying young son
A violent, drug-using widower has been jailed for decades for ripping his family apart by fatally stabbing his three-year-old son over unfounded fears.
‘Battle is over’: advocate’s relief as abuser sentenced
A convicted child abuser has walked away from court with a suspended prison sentence, leaving his victim happy to case is finally over.
One Nation forecast to become federal opposition: poll
A new poll has shown the coalition slipping to as low as nine seats in federal parliament, as One Nation surges in support among voters.
Silence persists as CFMEU probe rattled by more threats
Witnesses to construction-sector criminality continue to be scared into silence as a state government blocks expanded powers for the corruption watchdog.
RBA frets over severe global shock from Middle East war
Spillover from the Iran war and an uptick in risky lending to first-home buyers could threaten Australia's financial stability, the Reserve Bank warns.
Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing
Ministers say they're focused on getting more petrol into the market in response to the Iran war, rather than limiting how much motorists can buy.
Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training
Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.
Medicinal cannabis concerns half-baked, advocates say
An analysis has found no evidence medicinal cannabis is effective for treating many illnesses but advocates say more data is needed to make a definitive call.
Schools to stay open as teachers strike over pay deal
Public school teachers have rejected a state government's pay offer and will launch strike action next week.
Scrapped Commonwealth Games becomes an online mockery
It should have been a moment for Australia's athletes on home soil but the 2026 Commonwealth Games has been reduced to cost blowouts and social media mockery.
Bondi shooter’s family ‘fearful’ after death threats
The home of alleged Bondi terrorist Naveed Akram has been vandalised and had pork chops thrown onto the driveway, a court has heard.
Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict
Coalminer New Hope is experiencing a price lift for the black mineral from the war in the Middle East, after posting a sharp fall in interim profit.
Nervous wait for flood zones as tropical cyclone looms
Northern Australia is bracing for more destructive weather in coming days as a low becomes a tropical cyclone in the Coral Sea and heads west.
‘I killed the person I love’: life for champagne murder
A man has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering his lawyer girlfriend with a champagne bottle in a hotel room because she wanted to split up.
Up there Queen Mary: royal kicks goals in MCG debut
Denmark's Queen Mary has lived out the dream of many Australians, booting a goal at the MCG as she met AFL players during a return to her home nation.