Bail granted to woman accused of attacking Muslim women
A woman accused of assaulting two Muslim women at a shopping centre has been bailed, as details of a previous assault on a woman in a hijab was aired in court.
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‘Blow for women’ as hospitals shut maternity wards
Staffing challenges and declining birth rates have been blamed for maternity wards closing at private hospitals in two jurisdictions.
Funding boost charges up Australian battery innovation
Australia could compete with China for lithium battery production after a local company announced plans to establish a $60 million factory.
Australia supports Ukraine as Trump trash talks leader
Australia's leaders have slammed Russia and urged the international community not to give "an inch" after Donald Trump attacked the Ukrainian president.
Man in cuffs for ‘savage’ murder a day after $500k lure
A reward of $500,000 for information about a year-old killing has triggered nearly immediate results, leading to new evidence and a murder charge.
‘Strengthened’ bail laws a first call for police chief
The new head of one of Australia's largest police forces says changes to bail laws will be a priority as he steps into the top job.
Duo tied to more attacks amid ‘festering’ anti-Semitism
A man accused of targeting a synagogue has also been charged over a graffiti and arson attack at the former home of a Jewish community leader.
Rio Tinto profit falls on drop in iron ore price
Weaker iron ore prices have shrunk profit to a five-year low at Rio Tinto, which is also grappling with a shareholder push to scrap its listing in London.
State euthanasia changes to hinge on conscience vote
Victoria is moving to change its voluntary euthanasia laws after falling behind other states and erecting too many barriers for terminally ill patients.
Fortescue profit slumps on weak iron ore prices
China's struggling property sector continues to weigh on big miners, with Fortescue profits down more than 50 per cent.
Public service jobs face axe in fresh bid to fix budget
Up to 3000 public service jobs are set to be slashed as a state seeks to burst its ballooning wage bill ahead of the budget.
Remapping stories of shared connection through dance
Listening and feeling the sounds of mother earth is at the heart of a dance piece co-choreographers say has the power to heal.
PNG talks embrace ties, keep China at arm’s length
Australia and Papua New Guinea have begun defence treaty talks with a warm embrace, ensuring they are "tied to the hip" in a rebuke to China's influence.
‘More gaps, more drop-outs’: rise in complaints post-3G
Telcos have been urged to do better in rural Australia, with continued reports of poor mobile service and new black spots after the 3G mobile network closed.
Taxpayers to the rescue of Aussie steel
Safeguarding sovereign steel production is a key factor in a $2.4 billion government package to keep a major steelworks running while a new owner is found.
Robust job data unlikely to spook Reserve Bank on rates
Ongoing tightness in the labour market won't overly concern the Reserve Bank in its fight against inflation, says one economist after surprising jobs figures.
Twin cyclone threat looms off flood-hit regions
More rain may be dumped on a flood-hit region with two cyclones a chance of forming off northern Australia in coming days just as many had begun their clean-up.
Regional house prices rise as capital city values fall
Australia's historically affordable regional housing markets have continued to demonstrate resilience, compared to a price decline in capital cities.
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Espionage and terror threats grow in dangerous era
From hostile foreign nations targeting diaspora communities to youth radicalised online, the top spy agency's annual threat assessment warns risks have grown.
Community, Country ‘ruptured’ over iron ore mine damage
Traditional Owners are seeking $1.8 billion from an iron ore miner over economic loss and cultural damage at a Pilbara mine site.
‘Awful human being’ jailed for Brittany Higgins threats
A man who made death threats towards Brittany Higgins, her husband and their dog was "more than just another idiot online", a judge has said.
‘Brave’ drug takers cop police presence at test trial
The first music festival to take part in a state's pill-testing trial has been named but doubts remain about how effective the scheme will be.
Islamophobia accused sobs in court, victim traumatised
A woman charged with attacking two Muslim women in separate assaults at a suburban shopping centre has appeared in court sobbing as she was remanded in custody.
State at war with watchdog over $11.7b budget blowout
The Victorian government is questioning the integrity of the financial watchdog in a bid to dismiss billions of dollars in updated major project cost figures.
Steelworks forced into administration to ‘save’ future
South Australia has ended months of uncertainty over a critical steelworks by placing the plant into administration.
Grim end to ‘horrific’ stranding of false killer whales
Rescue efforts have failed for a pod of 157 false killer whales beached on a remote coastline, with authorities forced to begin euthanasia.
Santos cuts dividend, says Barossa project nearly done
Santos says its $5.7 billion offshore gas project north of Darwin that was disrupted by a court challenge from three Tiwi Islanders, is nearing completion.
One rate dip won’t cut it with voters who want action
Most Australians blame big corporations and not government for the rising cost of living so a lone interest rate cut won't sway their vote, polling indicates.
Brave neighbour tried to save residents in deadly blaze
Scenes of shock and panic have been recalled by neighbours near a fire that killed a mother and her young daughter as investigators work to determine its cause.
Polluter pays: Greens’ enter fray on insurance costs
Forcing gas and coal firms to contribute to disaster resilience and the reinsurance pool is the latest suggestion from a political party to bring down premiums.
Wages slowdown boosts case for more rate cuts
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says ongoing growth in real wages is a good thing, but the RBA will be more encouraged that wage rises are showing signs of slowing.