PM hails Labor evolution as members push for change
Taxes on gas and gambling reform will be among items up for debate on the conference floor when thousands gather for Labor's national conference.
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More joint sea patrols on cards after China missile
Australia is weighing up increased sea patrols with other nations as it continues to criticise the Chinese launch of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific.
Hanson blasted for ‘atrocious’ family violence comment
One Nation is seeking to tidy up after a series of controversial comments from its parliamentarians in recent days put the populist party under the spotlight.
US still willing to negotiate over Iran crisis: Rubio
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cast doubt on whether Iran is as committed to negotiations as the US, as hostilities continue with no breakthrough in sight.
‘Truth teller’ Rebel scores win in feud with co-star
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has emerged victorious from a hotly contested defamation battle with her co-star after insisting she was telling the truth.
Anti-Semitic incident data problematic, police concede
A senior officer acknowledges a police incident database makes it difficult to provide a clear picture of the magnitude of anti-Semitism in the community.
Seat swap after son’s crash killed mum, inquest told
Tracee Grosvenor was found dead behind the wheel of a crashed car but it soon emerged someone else had been driving, an inquest has been told.
Beckham-style romance dream turned to rape, court told
A young woman allegedly raped by a British rapper after an Australian show wanted to marry the performer and dreamed she was Victoria Beckham.
Investors returning after budget blow to housing breaks
The share of homes bought by investors compared to owner-occupiers is returning to levels seen prior to the federal budget.
Damning report highlights red flags before girl’s death
Sweeping changes have been recommended for a child protection system after a review found safety threats were missed before a little girl's death.
‘Done it tough’: Hanson defends her billionaire backer
Pauline Hanson has defended her relationship with billionaire donor Gina Rinehart, also declaring taxpayers didn't fund her Italy trip with the mining magnate.
Israeli denies bid to interfere with Australian policy
Policies should not just target "one side", Israel says, as it pushes back on a draft Labor document on the Middle East before the party's national conference.
One ingredient offers recipe for cheaper green hydrogen
By tweaking one substance used to create green hydrogen, researchers say they could unlock more of the fuel's potential.
UK’s Burnham targets power bills in first move as PM
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham will cut taxes on Britons' electricity bills as he attempts to deliver on his promise to ease the UK's cost-of-living crisis.
Minister ‘bias’ in major gas project extension approval
A federal minister has been accused in court of favouring an energy giant over the environment by agreeing to extend the life of a major gas project.
‘Security levy’: Jewish parents face extra schools cost
Parents are absorbing the costs of hiring armed guards at Jewish schools, with an inquiry told government funding caveats are complicating security efforts.
AFL legend dubs alleged home invaders ‘cockatoos’
AFL premiership coach Mick Malthouse has recounted the moment he caught three men allegedly trying to break into his home and was stabbed while letting them go.
Labor urged to hasten work on whistleblower reforms
Dozens of whistleblowers, their advocates and regulators have gathered for a symposium assessing the state of public disclosure in Australia.
‘Choked me’: rapper accused of violent rape after gig
A young woman has told a court she thought she was going to an after-party before she was allegedly raped by a British rapper after an Australian show.
Alleged ‘ISIS bride’ on terror charges to walk free
An alleged "ISIS bride" accused of joining the terror group has been granted bail after her lawyer successfully argued she posed a relatively low safety risk.
‘Nobody cares about us’: death at police hands probed
After her son was killed by police following a decades-long struggle with schizophrenia and addiction, a mother wants his inquest to be a positive experience.
Hanson’s billionaire friendship could prompt backlash
An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns.
Young Australians urged to discuss organ donation
A teen back on the rugby field and a sister honouring a final wish highlight the life-changing impact of organ donation ahead of this year's DonateLife week.
‘Immense’ pressure stretches Jewish security group
Surging demand for security at Jewish community sites and events is pushing volunteer groups to their emotional and financial limit, an inquiry has been told.
‘Journalistic James Bond’: Hinch makes final headlines
Famous faces from across the media have sent off Derryn Hinch, with the broadcasting giant remembered as a fearless journalist and ladies' man.
New laws to force tech giants to unmask online trolls
Social media companies would be compelled to name and shame anonymous online abusers under state-first legal protections to help guard kids online.
Jobs data tops economic agenda as Iran war re-escalates
Resilient jobs data is a bright spot for Australia's economy but the longer the Middle East conflict drags on, the worse the prospect for growth and inflation.
Heat on Hanson for ‘insane’ trans, migration comments
Backlash is growing over One Nation leader Pauline Hanson's comments on transgender rights and migration during her address at a poorly attended London event.
AI job threats stoke concern as True Believers gather
As artificial intelligence begins to reshape the economy, unions are sharpening their policy demands in the lead-up to Labor's national conference.
Traditional owners call for Pine Gap spy base shutdown
Traditional owners of the land beneath Pine Gap are calling for the secretive US-Australian spy base to close
Muslims call for more funding, new action to fight hate
A government response to a landmark report on Islamophobia has been broadly welcomed, but advocates say many questions remain unanswered.