Australia to send official to Ukraine defence talks
Australia will send a senior official to attend talks in Paris between European defence ministers on the pathway to achieve peace in Ukraine.
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ADF troops seriously injured in flood deployment
More than a dozen defence force personnel have been injured, six seriously, when their trucks rolled during a deployment to a flood-ravaged region.
Cousins fostering resilience, one per cent at a time
Tired of seeing young men being failed by the system, these cousins decided to do something to empower their peers and build more resilient communities.
‘Clear mandate’ as WA Labor secures emphatic third win
Upbeat but weary after leading Labor to a third term in WA, Premier Roger Cook has reflected on his emphatic victory and the upcoming federal election.
Community spirit as clean up begins after cyclone
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are persisting after an ex tropical cyclone neared coastal communities but some residents are already starting the clean up.
Gene Hackman and wife’s cause of death revealed
Authorities in New Mexico have revealed the causes of the deaths of Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman and his concert pianist wife Betsy Arakawa.
Star secures lifeline to unload entertainment precinct
Star Entertainment Group will exit its ownership and management of the Queen's Wharf Brisbane integrated resort and hospitality precinct.
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Body of missing man found in floodwaters
The body of a man who went missing in floodwaters has been found as a state endures more dangerous weather from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.
Cheaper but smarter: smartphones target budget buyers
Three smartphone makers are launching cut-price versions of their flagship devices but experts say their biggest battle might be over AI features.
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Dozens injured after army trucks crash in flood zone
Dozens of army crew have been rushed to hospital after two trucks collided while on the ground to respond to rising floodwaters following a tropical cyclone.
Labor set for budget boost thanks to higher tax take
Australia's bottom line will be $11 billion better off, if the government releases a budget before the election, a leading economist predicts.
Cops failed to act above the line with data, phone taps
A scathing ombudsman's review of police surveillance powers found state forces lacking in how they secretly accessed telecommunications data.
Labor gain third term as Libs fall flat at poll
Premier Roger Cook will govern in his own right after leading Labor to a third term, with the Liberals failing to make a significant dent in its vote.
Australian shares plummet to six-month low
The Australian share market has fallen to its lowest level since towards the end of 2024 as uncertainty over global trade sends investors ducking for cover.
Family’s enduring grief as ‘coward’ killers jailed
A judge has called two brothers cowards as he jailed them for the murder of Alier Riak, who died while celebrating his 23rd birthday.
Political truth laws get tick, AI threat to poll pruned
Labor is being criticised for being hypocritical over truth in political advertising laws, after supporting the action despite icing progress on the reform.
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‘Sick of waiting’: community relaxed before cyclone
It was hard to imagine a tropical cyclone was approaching after people at a coastal community walked their dogs, played in the park and even went to the movies.
Rescued rower ‘in awe’ after emotional return to land
An audacious naval rescue mission in cyclonic conditions has ended with a happy family reunion for a Lithuanian rower, who feared he would die at sea.
‘I’ve got bombs in my bag’: teen’s alleged plane threat
A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court after being charged following a shocking incident at one of Australia's major regional airports.
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Locals not waiting for cyclonic rain to flee floods
Facing the prospect of another catastrophic flood, many residents did not need to be told to leave, as people prepare for a looming cyclone, and its aftermath.
‘Unprecedented’: thousands of tonnes of dead salmon
Mass fish farm deaths caused by bacteria and warmer waters have resulted in more than 5500 tonnes of salmon being dumped at waste facilities.
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Growers move stock higher, bracing for Cyclone Alfred
Growers have been moving their stock and machinery to higher ground to prepare for Cyclone Alfred, as heavy rain floods paddocks and cuts off rural roads.
Airport security probed after boy’s alleged bomb threat
Security at a major regional airport has been questioned after a teen allegedly tried to bring a gun onto a flight and claimed there was a bomb in his bag.
Western Australian ALP eyes win, but may shed 11 seats
Despite two polls predicting WA Labor will win a third term in office, Premier Roger Cook says he's not taking victory for granted and the party remains humble.
Firm engineers flood fortress to avoid third drenching
A business has taken no chances trying to avoid another flood, gluing tarps to windows and even sealing toilets as Cyclone Alfred looms.
ASX plumbs new low for the year in third straight fall
Australian shares have continued their downward trajectory as US protectionism escalates global tensions and drives market uncertainty.
Animal welfare probe after live salmon sealed in bins
Footage from an aquaculture farm in southern Tasmania has shown live salmon being sealed in bins amid mass fish deaths in the region.
Sisters take front row seats as cyclone approaches
Two sisters have taken very different approaches to preparing for a looming cyclone but have still made the perfect pair as they enjoy a "front row seat".
Rich getting richer: wealth divide hits record high
Australia's wealth divide reached its worst level in more than two decades, after excluding a temporary narrowing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘No safe space’: racist incidents called out in report
Instances of racism are most commonly occurring online, according to a report, but its authors say there's 'no safe space' to avoid abuse.
Home approvals rise as Australia’s economy turns corner
Promising housing data and a return to growth in real household incomes augur well for the Australian economy in 2025.