Slain teen’s partner vows to ‘never forgive’ killers
The family of a 19-year-old man murdered by a father and son during a high-speed pursuit say his death has been the harshest life sentence possible.
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Bob Katter in strife for threatening to punch reporter
The tirade of threats Bob Katter unleashed on a TV reporter has landed him in the parliamentary doghouse, with a standards committee asked to investigate.
Kids unknowingly targeted with AI abuse apps, images
A clarion call to urgently protect vulnerable children and teenagers from online sexual abuse has been issued as the use of AI-powered platforms proliferates.
Friend saw men hanging from plane amid skydive ‘chaos’
A young mechanic has become emotional while describing how he saw his friend dangling upside-down from a plane before a fatal skydiving fall.
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Record forecast set for Australian production
Drought has not stopped forecasters from predicting record agriculture, fisheries and forestry production, with the value set to surpass $100 billion.
Indigenous language, song celebrated on iconic stage
A desire to revitalise languages from a remote community is bringing Country to one of Australia's most iconic arts venues.
Prosecutor-turned-judge in firing line at Mokbel appeal
Lawyers for a drug kingpin have taken aim at a judge claiming he should have disclosed a police informer's status sooner when director of public prosecutions.
Public information about accused cop killer floods in
Police are sifting through a raft of information about an accused police killer after a public appeal for help, as the cost of the search raises questions.
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Violent protests fail to budge fresh immigration intake
A key migration target has been announced days after national anti-immigration rallies, with the government under fire for the timing of its release.
Skydivers snagged mid-air during ‘catastrophic’ jump
Video of tandem skydivers getting snagged on a plane mid-air has been played in court, as a company director faces charges over their deaths.
Vicious cycles: national push to slow electric bikes
Cycling groups say high-powered and illegally modified e-bikes are increasingly being used in Australia and stricter, national rules are needed to save lives.
‘Evil’ woman jailed for forcing women into sex slavery
A woman has been jailed for keeping two Thai women as slaves and forcing them to perform painful sex work every day for at least 12 hours.
Veggie suppliers accused of fixing supermarket prices
An alleged vegetable cartel has been exposed, accused of fixing prices in Aldi, which one expert says could lead to greater transparency and lower prices.
‘Endless grief’ for parents of boy run over at school
The parents of a young boy killed as he sat at a school picnic table have questioned why the killer driver only faces a careless driving charge.
Xi, Putin share vision for new global order at forum
Russian President Vladimir Putin has backed China's vision for "a new system of stability and security in Eurasia" at a regional summit in Shanghai.
Thousands of electric SUVs recalled over injury risk
One of Australia's most popular electric vehicle brands has been subject to a product recall over a fault with one of its safety systems.
‘You just do it’: bravery award for flood rescuer
A man whose quick thinking helped save a woman stranded in a flooded creek has been awarded a bravery decoration for his "unforeseen courage".
Home prices continue rising amid supply-demand mismatch
Home values have grown at the fastest rate in 15 months as the mismatch between supply and demand continues driving up prices.
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Social media ban no ‘watertight’ fix for child safety
A social media ban is unlikely to completely protect kids from online harms as questions remain over age-assurance technology.
‘People know’ hideout for fugitive alleged cop-killer
Investigators are urging anyone who might be helping fugitive Dezi Freeman to come forward and contact authorities, believing someone knows his whereabouts.
Far-right threat exposed by anti-immigration rallies
The threat of far-right extremism must be taken seriously, a senator says, after widespread anti-immigration marchers spilled out in streets across the nation.
Nation’s economic pulse check dominates data-heavy week
Australia's weak private sector could dampen the nation's economic recovery and cause GDP growth to undershoot the Reserve Bank's forecasts.
Hundreds of former immigration detainees to be deported
A deal to deport former immigration detainees to Nauru has secured bipartisan support but drawn condemnation from human rights groups.
Brawls erupt as protesters clash at immigration rallies
Demonstrators in headlocks and police using pepper spray to disperse crowds have marked a day of controversial rallies protesting migration in Australia.
Australia signs $400m deportation deal with Nauru
Australia will pay Nauru hundreds of millions of dollars to accept non-citizens who don't have a valid visa as part of a new deal to deport them.
Pacific taste of the Australian dream goes up in smoke
A Pacific mobility scheme giving islanders the chance at earning life-changing salaries in Australia is well-received but hurdles are still hurting locals.
Young authors hoping croc book inspires next generation
Indigenous Literacy Day is showcasing the strength in stories with a new book about a croc thwarted by local kids and a film made in remote communities.
Manhunt for accused cop killer enters sixth day
Police say there have been several reported sightings of alleged gunman Dezi Freeman since he fled in dense bushland, though none have been confirmed.
Threat warning lingers over anti-migrant rallies
Authorities are calling for calm ahead of anti-immigration rallies and counter-protests in Australian cities which could create a "dangerous" situation.
‘Please surrender’: wife’s plea to accused cop killer
A man wanted over the shooting deaths of two police officers is being urged to surrender by his wife and children.
‘Law on our side’: parents push for bold climate target
Historic legal advice from the World Court has informed a Parents for Climate pursuit of science-based emissions cuts.