Labor election guru urges party against ‘myth-making’
Labor is riding on a high after its thumping election victory, but a chief strategist behind the campaign has warned colleagues not to get ahead of themselves.
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Grandma on murder charges to use mental health defence
A woman accused of murdering her two young grandsons in their rural home has hired a new private lawyer in the middle of a brief court mention.
Google offers AI tools to automate that personal touch
Users of Google products could allow AI to personalise email replies and more with their own tone and style by allowing it to peer into their private data.
Roo-tooth headband among artefacts returned from US
Eleven culturally significant objects are returning to Country after almost a century, ending a "long and emotional journey" to repatriate the artefacts.
Telstra accused of beating around the bush on coverage
Telstra admits changing its website to update coverage claims, but denies it misled customers as the consumer watchdog considers the allegations.
Response to mall attack praised despite security flaws
An international security expert has praised a shopping centre owner's reaction to a stabbing rampage despite a monitoring guard's "inadequate" call to police.
‘Wafer-thin’ budget surplus won’t fix debt problem
One unforeseen event would likely erode a state's long-awaited return to surplus, as its treasurer attempts to tame mounting debt in her first budget.
Tight race between teal and Liberal set for recount
A recount will be held in the Sydney electorate of Bradfield where teal independent Nicolette Boele leads a Liberal candidate by just 40 votes.
Singer returns to stand in Diddy sex trafficking trial
The sex trafficking trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs will continue hearing testimony from a singer who told the jury she saw the hip-hop mogul abuse his girlfriend.
Fresh bid to solve causes behind eating disorders
Volunteers are needed for the world's largest study into the risk factors behind eating disorders which blight the lives of more than a million Australians.
Data quizzed after cook’s phone pinged near mushrooms
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson's legal team has quizzed a phone expert on the limitations of analysing cell data, as her mushroom lunch trial continues.
Debt piles up as public service faces $3b budget cut
Taxpayers are set to foot the bill as interest on debt eats a $29-million-a-day hole in a state budget, despite public service job cuts and higher tax revenue.
Borrowers rejoice as rates cut amid ‘uncertain’ times
The official cash rate has a three in front of it for the first time in two years, after the Reserve Bank cut interest rates by 25 basis points.
Albanese ends whirlwind international tour in Singapore
Anthony Albanese will end his first trip abroad after his re-election with a stopover in Singapore during the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Singer says she saw Diddy abuse, is cross-examined
Singer Dawn Richard has faced sharp questioning after she told a jury that she saw Sean "Diddy" Combs beat his girlfriend repeatedly.
Call for adult wages for youth in retail, fast food
A union is demanding the federal government implement adult wages for young workers in retail, fast food and pharmacy jobs.
Eviction rules and pet rights change in rental shake-up
Significant changes have come into effect for millions of renters, with new rules on evictions and tenant rights regarding pet ownership now in place.
Search for signs of Trump trade slowdown as RBA meets
Uncertainty, both known and unknown, surrounding Donald Trump's tariffs and their economic impact could spur the Reserve Bank to cut interest rates on Tuesday.
Starlight recipient-turned-volunteer ‘pays it forward’
More people are being urged to join the millions of Australians who volunteer each year, everywhere from hospitals to local parks and creeks.
Hopes AI can help provide lifeline for housing crisis
A government-backed lab hopes to provide solutions to ambitious housing targets and a cost-of-living crisis.
Anti-Semitism panel told inquiry risks isolating Jews
After an increase in anti-Semitic incidents across NSW, a parliamentary inquiry has been urged not just to focus on one form of racism.
Mushroom cook’s phone detected near death cap sites
Accused killer Erin Patterson's mobile connected to phone towers near death cap mushroom locations in the months before a deadly lunch, a jury has been told.
Renewables, AI rules top productivity reform wishlist
Fifteen areas have been identified for reform by the Productivity Commission, including artificial intelligence, tax reform and cheaper renewable energy.
Hope Pope’s blessing foreshadows end to EU food fight
Australia is offering to drop a luxury car tax in exchange for better meat access to European markets following trade talks in the Vatican City.
Carbon offsets set aside following greenwashing lawsuit
EnergyAustralia has pledged to back away from the use of carbon offsets to deal with emissions, in a statement following a legal settlement.
Aussie shares hit three-month high as streak continues
Australian shares have pushed higher each session this week as easing trade tensions and hopes of incoming interest rate cuts buoyed markets.
Bikie dropped off at hospital after being shot, burnt
A senior bikie has been dumped bleeding and burnt outside hospital after trying to leave an outlaw motorcycle gang, police say.
Firework row ignites as seizure threatens cracker night
A large shipment of fireworks bound for a region's famed cracker night celebrations has been seized, potentially putting a dampener on a 47-year tradition.
Hits keep coming for Liberals as party seeks revival
A hefty legal costs bill is just one headache state and federal Liberals have been left grappling with after a bruising few weeks for the party.
Roberts-Smith faces battle for High Court challenge
Disgraced special forces veteran Ben Roberts-Smith's bid to take his legal battle to the High Court will be difficult but not impossible, legal sources say.
Diddy lawyer seeks to undercut prosecution’s rape claim
The singer Casandra Ventura has returned to the witness stand for more cross-examination by the defence team for ex-boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs.