Young children face jail again under controversial laws
The Northern Territory government has passed controversial laws to once again lower the age of criminal responsibility.
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Wild weather to lash several states as systems collide
Wild weather is on the way for parts of Australia after a storm "like a freight train but worse" hit regional Victoria.
Two dead after head-on Sydney Harbour Bridge crash
A five-vehicle collision on the Sydney Harbour Bridge claimed two lives, injured a pregnant woman and resulted in one, albeit unrelated, arrest.
Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears
Australia is not ready to make a full switch to electric vehicles, an inquiry has heard, as the technology cannot accommodate farmers and tradespeople.
‘Tar balls’ shut Sydney beaches, but low safety threat
Experts believe the mysterious, dark-coloured balls washing up on Sydney beaches are tar balls, which often occur after an oil spill.
Flipped off: ‘misogyny’ behind Lib’s finger to journo
A reporter given the middle finger by ACT Liberals leader Elizabeth Lee says the public should be concerned by journalists being attacked for doing their job.
‘Monster’ accused of sadistic acts with teenage girl
A man allegedly groomed a teenager before threatening her into supplying videos of sexual and violent acts.
It’s not you: banking outages are taking longer to fix
Digital payment services are under increasing pressure as Aussies ditch cash and they are mostly rising to the task, a Reserve Bank report has found.
Chips down, shares up as Star fined, suspension remains
The NSW Independent Casino Commission has hit The Star with a $15 million fine after a second probe revealed a series of breaches at its Sydney operation.
Single vote shuts down 28-week abortion amendment bill
A proposal to amend abortion laws that would have banned people wanting to terminate their pregnancy after 28 weeks has been voted down in South Australia.
Strong labour force report dims rate cut prospects
Interest rates are unlikely to fall soon after new data showed workers are being onboarded by employers in huge numbers, reflecting a resilient jobs market.
Supermarkets blamed most for cost-of-living woes
A new report reveals Australians lay the blame for the rising cost of living at the feet of supermarkets.
Mum of ‘precious’ girl killed by teen fights for reform
The family of a 10-year-old killed by a teenager have presented a petition to the NSW parliament calling for an inquest and scrutiny of the legal system.
Ukrainian president thanks Australia for tanks donation
Australia will gift 49 tanks to Ukraine's armed forces in its latest assistance against Russia's invasion, after denying a similar request for helicopters.
NZ zoning overhaul touted as solution to housing mess
Inspired by overseas examples, business groups have called for changes to zoning laws and co-operative funding models to help solve housing supply issues.
Declan’s Law: NT enshrines tough bail and weapon reform
Laws giving police in the NT powers to search and seize weapons from anyone over the age of 10 have passed in what the chief minister calls a "historic moment".
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Australia admonishes Israeli, backs US Gaza aid call
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has condemned the number of civilian deaths in Gaza and backed an American ultimatum to Israel to force an rise in the flow of aid.
Australian shares march back from all-time high
The ASX200 has dropped 0.4 per cent, with every sector except financials losing ground.
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Bulk of CFMEU probe evidence relates to coercion
Dozens of incidents within the embattled CFMEU are being investigated after it was placed into administration following criminal allegations.
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Qantas braces against carbon neutral greenwash claim
Australia's biggest airline has been referred to the consumer watchdog amid accusations it is misleading passengers about its green credentials.
Major loophole might have helped hundreds access guns
Police have dismantled a scheme allegedly involving fraudulent documents being used for gun licences, but it might have put weapons in the hands of crime gangs.
‘Invisible, sidelined’: landmark count for fatal cancer
People with metastatic breast cancer often feel invisible but world-leading research to understand its prevalence could mean better support.
Millions of Australians stalked, women often targeted
Women are more likely to have been stalked than men, with one in seven Australians revealing they have been subjected to the behaviour since they were a teen.
Autonomous flying taxis prepare for launch in Australia
Would you ride in a plane with no pilot? One aerospace company is betting on it, signing a deal with Australian air safety regulator to establish rules.
MP breaks party ranks on transgender birth certificates
A NSW Liberal MP has broken with ranks and accused her leaders of fearmongering over laws that make it easier for transgender people modify birth certificates.
‘Coercive’ judge found guilty of assaulting ex-partner
A Supreme Court judge has been found guilty of assaulting and intimidating his ex-partner, with a magistrate describing his version of events as "contrived".
Beach closed, swimmers warned over mystery ‘tar balls’
The appearance of unexplained ball-shaped debris on a popular Sydney beach has prompted authorities to close it down and launch an investigation.
CBA chair says ethical principles will govern AI use
Commonwealth Bank has the "best, most capable people" working on the use of artificial intelligence in its business, chairman Paul O'Malley says.
Billions poured into defence precinct, creating jobs
Billions of dollars will be poured into a new defence precinct in WA, which is being touted as a rival to the mining industry for jobs and economic growth.
PM focused on affordable housing despite home furore
Anthony Albanese says he's committed to increasing affordable housing, despite copping flak for buying a $4.3 million beach house with sweeping ocean views.
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‘Climate action pays’: call to rev up clean investment
There can be winners in the clean energy race, a group of super funds says, rolling out a campaign to quell community fears and accelerate development.