‘Missed opportunity’ as sacred sites legislation passes
An authority which safeguards sacred sites has expressed disappointment over the passing of legislation it says it was not properly consulted on.
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Date locked in for drug kingpin’s appeal hearing
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel will have to wait another four months to have an appeal against his drug trafficking and importation convictions heard.
Go-Jo misses out at Eurovision but does Australia proud
Australia's Go-Jo (Marty Zambotto) appeared to echo 1960s TV advertisements as he took to the stage in the second semi-final of Eurovision.
Mind the gap: $1 million homes driving up wealth divide
Home ownership rates continue to decline as more homes crack $1 million in value, making it harder for young Australians to keep up.
Murder trial told how death cap mushrooms become lethal
A toxicologist has outlined to Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial the various factors that make consuming death cap mushrooms lethal.
Roberts-Smith to take war crimes claims to High Court
Disgraced veteran Ben Roberts-Smith has vowed to head to the nation's highest court after he lost an appeal against findings that he engaged in war crimes.
Green light for party to stand strong on social issues
New Greens leader Larissa Waters says the party will continue to focus on climate action and social justice, despite losing seats in the lower house.
‘Willing participant’: Diddy’s chief accuser challenged
Casandra Ventura, the former girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs, has faced cross-examination at the hip-hop mogul's criminal trial.
Oil dives on US-Iran hopes as stocks surge stalls
A potential US-Iran nuclear deal has caused oil prices to tumble, while global share markets caught their breath as trade optimism died down.
It’s Go time: Aussie opener for Eurovision semi-final
Australian singer-songwriter Marty Zambotto, better known as Go-Jo, will be first of the 16 acts vying for a spot in the Eurovision grand final in Switzerland.
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Record electric truck haul aims to drive down emissions
One of Australia's biggest transport companies will invest in a record-breaking electric truck fleet, including prime movers to be built in Brisbane.
Mother hit with charges over fatal primary school crash
A woman whose car rammed through a suburban school fence into a group of children, killing an 11-year-old boy, is facing two driving charges.
Recount likely as final seats hinge on handful of votes
The election result for the Sydney seat of Bradfield may go down to the last ballot, with just 43 votes separating the Liberal and independent candidates.
Parents, energy company settle over greenwashing claims
A settlement has been reached between a parents' climate action group and one of Australia's largest energy companies over greenwashing claims.
Judge dismisses juror in fatal mushroom cook trial
One of 15 jurors empanelled in Erin Patterson's trial has been discharged over fears they may have discussed her triple murder case with family and friends.
Walls rode VFL’s tough transition to national league
Robert Walls was a premiership player and coach and later a football commentator who was at the coalface as the AFL became a national competition.
Blue car holds the key to solving synagogue firebombing
A small blue vehicle used as a "communal crime car" holds the secrets to solving several attacks, including a politically motivated synagogue firebombing.
Strawberry shields forever: bioplastic cuts fruit waste
Unique packaging material created using bacteria and sawdust could reduce disposable plastic and keep strawberries safe during transport.
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Mortgage relief could be limited as jobs market expands
An unexpected jump in employment has led the money market to pare back its hopes for further mortgage relief after a widely expected rate cut next week.
‘Red flag’: warning sign when Bondi killer wanted a gun
A psychiatrist admits he was given false information about a man who sought a medical report to get a gun license, who years later committed the Bondi atrocity.
School bus driver denies misremembering truck crash
A school bus driver has denied suggestions he is not correctly recalling the lead-up to a truck crash where several students were seriously injured.
Telco complaints a symptom of cost-of-living crisis
Telcos are failing to offer sufficient help to customers struggling to pay their bills, as the telecommunications watchdog receives a spike in complaints.
Politics ‘with heart’, climate action key for top Green
Larissa Waters has pledged to ramp up action on climate change and deliver better outcomes for everyday people after being named the next leader of the Greens.
Why rural women still face barriers to abortion access
Abortion access will improve under changes allowing nurses and midwives to prescribe drugs but other barriers remain for women in rural and regional areas.
PM promises stronger ties with Jakarta ‘only the start’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with Indonesian president Prabowo Subianto during the first overseas trip of his second term in office.
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‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex-girlfriend testifies he raped her
R&B singer Cassie has told a court her ex Sean "Diddy" Combs would often become more violent when she fought back, and that he had raped her.
‘Hubris’: financial giant in hot water over breaches
Macquarie's brokering arm is being taken to court by the financial regulator for allegedly failing to report up to 1.5 billion short sales over 14 years.
School bus crash accused ‘not the villain’, jury told
Truck driver Jamie Gleeson has denied he was driving dangerously in the lead-up to a collision that left seven primary school students seriously injured.
Disgraced veteran to learn fate over war crimes claims
Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith will learn whether he has been successful in his bid to clear his name after he was accused of being a war criminal.
Legal win for widow after Outback Wrangler star’s death
The widow of Outback Wrangler star Chris "Willow" Wilson has welcomed a court ruling over his death in a helicopter crash while hunting crocodile eggs.
No tuning out as influencers reshape political campaign
Politicians need to find new ways to reach young voters or risk irrelevance, one of Australia's most prominent social media commentators says.