KISS founding member, guitarist Ace Frehley dead at 74
Ace Frehley, founding member of the glam rock band KISS, has died at 74 after complications following a recent fall.
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Treasurer lays groundwork for ‘golden’ US minerals deal
Australia is pushing for zero US tariffs and is dangling the carrot of a deal for critical minerals ahead of the prime minister's meeting with Donald Trump.
‘Vicious’ killer slammed and locked up for 25 years
A murderer will spend up to 25 years in prison for his "disturbing" fatal stabbing of a blameless man who was trying to resolve a fight.
Parents armed with get-ready guides ahead of social ban
Parents and teachers are being recruited to the front lines of Australia's social media ban for kids, with a range of resources launched to help them prepare.
Greens threaten Labor with preference power play
Minister Murray Watt's approval of the North West Shelf gas extension looms large over a Greens move to withhold preferences from the Labor party.
Sculpture by the Sea’s plea to stay afloat after crisis
Funding for the popular Sculpture by the Sea event should be overhauled, its founder says, after there was a scramble for money to run the annual exhibition.
New search for boy dropped after police find no trace
A renewed search for a missing four-year-old boy at his family's remote station has been called off after it failed to uncover any evidence on his fate.
‘Forever missed’: the final call before mum swept away
The families of two people killed in an "inland tsunami" have remembered the victims as loving parents and grandparents whose legacies live on.
Road rage victim’s ashes in court as family speaks
The sister of a young landscaper killed in a road rage attack remains unsure if she will ever forgive the other driver who left her brother for dead.
Ex-Test cricketer’s drug rip-off assailant apologises
A former Test cricketer has received an apology from one of the men who beat him up in a dilapidated shed after two bricks of cocaine were stolen.
‘Won’t get stabbed’: Olympics-mad leader’s city sledge
A premier has taken aim at Brisbane's rival state capitals, declaring less crime and congestion will attract its workers to deliver Olympic Games projects.
Defence lawyers question historical rape DNA evidence
Lawyers for a man accused of raping an elderly woman in the early 1980s have questioned the strength of DNA evidence used to charge him four decades later.
Family’s search for truth of teen’s death stretches on
The family of a teenager who was found on train tracks in 1988 say they want closure and the truth about what happened to the young Gomeroi man.
Wee break has country muso thanking his lucky stars
Award-winning country artist Andrew Swift thought writing, recording and touring was the pinnacle of his life until a brief career break helped him find love.
Schools to face 48-hour deadline for action on bullying
Schools will have to take rapid action on bullying complaints, while teachers will get extra resources to help them respond in a crackdown on harmful behaviour.
Barnaby Joyce won’t recontest seat, keeps options open
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce will not recontest his New England seat at the next election amid speculation he might join One Nation.
Billions in unworn clothes hanging in Aussie wardrobes
The hidden fashion fortune hiding in wardrobes across Australia is estimated to be worth tens of billions of dollars.
Police cop rocks, bottles as migration protesters clash
Victoria Police officers used flashbangs, pepper spray and rubber bullets to try and control crowds after a protest in Melbourne's CBD turned ugly.
‘We want him to stay’: Joyce urged to stick with Nats
Barnaby Joyce has signalled his intention to leave the National Party, but its leader says the former deputy prime minister still has a crucial role to play.
Albanese bound for critical talks with Donald Trump
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has left Australia en route for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish
Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.
Andrew asked police to help smear abuse accuser: report
UK police are investigating whether Prince Andrew asked a police officer to find damaging information on Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexual assault.
Bank heads to open up before ‘urgent’ rate cut talks
Surprising unemployment data has many expecting interest rates are in for another trim, with two key figures in that decision set to give their reaction.
Social media ban to help target teen bullying rates
The education minister says a looming ban on social media for under-16s will help address online bullying concerns.
Australian plays star as leading company unveils season
With extra time in development, a crop of new Australian plays should hold their own against international hits in the Melbourne Theatre Company's 2026 season.
Party leader checks in with rogue MP eyeing defection
Speculation about the political future of Barnaby Joyce is reaching fever pitch as the ex-Nationals leader confirms talks with a far-right party.
PM lands for Trump talks as leaders bullish on subs
The pressure is on the prime minister to deliver results on tariffs, submarines and more in his first major meeting with US President Donald Trump.
Violent protest clashes cast safety cloud over city
Safety on the streets of a major city has been brought into question by protesters pelting police with rocks and bottles filled with broken glass.
Andrew’s team ‘tried to hire trolls to hassle accuser’
Virginia Giuffre wrote in her memoir that Prince Andrew tried to hire internet trolls to "hassle" her after she came forward with sexual abuse accusations.
Weather bureau warnings ‘inadequate’ before town razed
While the weather bureau was warning of a major flood in a rural town, emergency services feared it was going to be much worse, an inquest has been told.
Palestinian-Aussie medico’s grave doubts for peace plan
Mohammed Mustafa, the Australian doctor who shared harrowing accounts of treating children in Gaza, doesn't believe the Trump-brokered peace plan will hold.