Ex-militant backs agitator crackdown, ideology programs
A former jihadist is backing a crackdown on hate preachers and pushing for a greater focus on deradicalisation programs, contradicting arguments from experts.
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‘How’s ya missus?’: teen girl confronted alleged rapist
A man who denies raping a 16-year-old girl at a regional house party is facing trial in the County Court, with messages between the pair detailed to a jury.
Liberal senator rebuked for personal policy ‘Odyssey’
The coalition's housing spokesman has come under fire for comments suggesting those on lower incomes should accept living in poorly built homes.
Alan Jones accuser’s mum ‘in shock’ over allegations
The mother of an athlete who was allegedly repeatedly indecently assaulted by radio giant Alan Jones says she should have protected him.
Down the drain: Penfolds maker falls into the red
Treasury Wine Estates has delivered a huge earnings loss on the back of large writedowns of the value of its US assets and supply chain issues.
‘Hanson not welcome’: students skip class for protests
Thousands of students have taken to the streets nationwide, ditching school to voice opposition to Pauline Hanson as plans are hatched for a second strike.
Victims asked to come forward after threatening calls
Police have asked more victims to come forward after a man was accused of targeting women and making sexual threats during thousands of phone calls.
‘Happy to be out’: whistleblower celebrates freedom
A former army lawyer has walked out of jail on parole more than two years into his sentence for stealing secret defence documents.
Bird flu’s spread sparks Tasmanian devil, parrot fears
The detection of a deadly bird flu strain in Tasmania for the first time has prompted concern for endangered species that only exist on the island.
AI detection tools miss the mark for student assessment
Using artificial intelligence detection software in universities could risk undermining, rather than protecting, academic integrity.
State ‘failing’ sexual assault survivors on wait times
A state is failing sexual assault victim-survivors who are being forced to wait hours in regional areas for forensic medical examinations, campaigners say.
Energy giant isn’t sweating after warmer winter
Weather woes and energy market shake-ups aren't weighing heavily on Australia's biggest electricity retailer.
Electric switch could save public hospitals millions
Upgrading all of Australia's public hospitals from gas to electricity could save millions of dollars in energy bills but only if the government acts swiftly.
‘Accountability taken’: Telstra execs pay outage price
Telstra's CEO is among 10 senior leaders paying the price for a major nationwide outage as the telco's board docks executive pay by nearly $2 million.
‘Must remain open’: Labor hails $2.5bn smelter bailout
Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been thrown a multibillion-dollar lifeline, saving thousands of jobs in a move hailed as a win for the working class.
‘Stop the madness’: Liberal eyes big tech, party policy
A Liberal frontbencher has called on his party to slash the construction code, cut migration, tax big tech more and freeze the NDIS to fix Australia's malaise.
Premier’s brother ‘relaxed’ in Fiji to dodge inquiry
The brother of a state premier was told to "relax, read a book, gym, beers" while laying low in Fiji to avoid being summoned to answer corruption allegations.
Top spies given power to secretly probe universities
ASIO will be handed new powers to investigate international connections at Australian universities under changes being debated in federal parliament.
Neglect charges dropped over malnourished woman’s death
Years after a woman with cerebral palsy was found dead in squalid conditions, a former director of an NDIS provider has pleaded guilty to reckless conduct.
Power debts rise as end of bill relief hits home
Electricity and gas supplier AGL accepts the end of federal government bill relief and cost-of-living pressures are hitting some of its customers.
Poultry industry warned of devastating bird flu losses
Australia's poultry farmers face likely devastating losses as bird flu entrenches itself in the nation, similar to the impact endured by the American industry.
‘Melongate’ row rolls on as police urged to investigate
The prime minister has repeatedly dodged calls to apologise over comments made about a gift of melons from his Japanese counterpart.
Pirates Ahoy! Opera returns with new chiefs at the helm
Opera Australia's 2027 season features the company's first new production of Tannhäuser in three decades, the Pirates of Penzance, and a steampunk Magic Flute.
Hundreds of witnesses come forward in Bondi terror case
The huge volume of evidence in the case against Bondi Beach shooter Naveed Akram now includes statements from a suite of protected witnesses.
Stormy year causes big insurer’s profit to nosedive
Hailstones the size of melons were part of the reason Australia's largest insurer lost almost half of its bottom-line net profit in the year to June 30.
Big polluters make small cuts under climate scheme
Australia's biggest polluters have reduced emissions by less than one per cent in two years and an environmental group is calling for reforms.
Biggest bank bullish on home loans despite budget hit
Commonwealth Bank home loan applications plunged after controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains taxes, but it's hopeful of a recovery.
Treasurer tips housing growth despite investor slump
A collapse in property investor lending since the federal budget is good for the economy in the long term, the boss of the nation's biggest bank says.
‘We’re coming’: police launch illegal tobacco crackdown
Federal agencies have launched a nationwide crackdown on the sale and supply of illegal tobacco, as more than 100 service stations are raided.
‘Motherhood statements’: fear gag order vow falls short
A state government is pledging to stop convicted rapists using suppression orders following the high-profile cases of Tom Silvagni and Ralph Carr.
Contentious work-from-home laws pushed beyond election
A newly-minted premier has delayed the start of work-from-home laws and declared "sensible" changes are in the offing as the Victorian election nears.