Commitment issues: Nationals walk away from coalition
The Nationals have blown up the federal coalition following the breakdown of negotiations over key policy issues, including on nuclear power.
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Tribute for plumber targeted in ‘brutal’ execution
The identity of a plumber executed in his suburban driveway has been revealed as authorities probe potential links between the "brutal hit" and local gangs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Interest rate cut tipped despite Trump tariff backdown
The Reserve Bank is widely expected to deliver a second interest rate cut as global trade uncertainty threatens to rain on Australia's economy.
PM to discuss jailed Australian fighter with Zelenskiy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will raise efforts to free Melbourne teacher Oscar Jenkins from Russian custody with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
Austria’s JJ wins Eurovision crown with Wasted Love
Austria's JJ has won the Eurovision Song Contest with the pop-opera song Wasted Love, finishing ahead of Israeli singer Yuval Raphael.
Thorny nature reforms threaten to entangle new minister
Labor's pledge to deliver a once-in-a-generation overhaul of environmental laws went unfulfilled in its first term, leaving a new minister to finish the job.
Plea for return of jailed Australian fighter in Ukraine
A captured Australian fighter jailed for 13 years by Russian forces was given a "sham trial" and should be treated as a prisoner of war, the government says.
‘Swagging it’: tractor fanatics to trek across outback
It will take a fortnight for 10 tractor drivers to make the trip from Bourke to Birdsville going 23km/h, a long and slow journey for a good cause.
‘Saltwater in my veins’: fight to protect island homes
Tishiko King's love of the ocean is at the heart of a documentary following her fight to protect her Country in the Torres Strait islands.
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.