Search for swimmer, 19, swept out to sea
A 19-year-old man was caught in a rip and swept out to sea after coming to the aid of a family member in difficulty in the surf off the NSW South Coast.
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Storm toll mounts with second body at flooded campsite
A man's body has been found near an inundated campsite where a woman was discovered dead the day before, in Victoria's east.
Australian shares hit highest level in 20 months
The ASX200 has finished up 0.8 per cent and is closing in on its all-time high reached in August 2021.
Older swimmers, tourists warned of peak season danger
The period between Christmas and New Year is the deadliest for drownings in Australia, and the week has already taken a major toll.
De Minaur sidesteps showdown with girlfriend Boulter
Australia's United Cup campaign will begin against Great Britain in Perth, with Alex de Minaur keen to avoid girlfriend Katie Boulter in the mixed-teams comp.
DFAT investigating reports Australian died in Lebanon
Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is investigating following reports an Australian has died in Lebanon.
Travel warning as strike kills two nationals in Lebanon
The federal government has repeated warnings against travelling to Lebanon after an air strike there killed two Australians.
TikTok privacy breach allegations under spotlight
Concerns social media giant TikTok breached Australian privacy laws through its data harvesting practices are being looked at by the information commissioner.
Two-year-old girl drowns in backyard pool
A two-year-old girl has died after being pulled unconscious from a pool in northern NSW as the number of drownings this holiday season continues to rise.
‘Much loved’ teen surfer killed in shark attack
The surfing community is in mourning after a 15-year-old was killed by a shark on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, the state's third fatal attack this year.
Australia readies to welcome in the new year
Huge crowds are expected to ring in the new year at public events across Australia with one in three people set to take advantage of free sites.
Sniffer dogs catching a whiff of invasive ant menace
A specially trained squad of sniffer dogs has been recruited to protect the Northern Territory's unique environment from invasive, aggressive browsing ants.
Australians are ready to ignite in force for 2024
Huge crowds are expected to ring in the new year at public events across Australia with one in three people set to take advantage of free sites.
Australian shares finish 2023 up 7.8 per cent
The local share market fell 0.4 per cent on Friday, snapping its two-day rally, but December will still be its best month since November 2020.
Teen shark attack victim had a ‘passion for surfing’
The surfing community is in mourning after a 15-year-old was killed by a shark on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula, the state's third fatal attack this year.
Surge in drownings prompts water safety warning
Dozens of tragic deaths have authorities urging Australians to stay safe as they head to the water during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Australians set to celebrate the start of the new year
Across Australia, revellers are ready to farewell 2023 and welcome 2024 with plenty of New Year's Eve events, shows and fireworks planned.
Electric Kombi, Jeep and sports cars to shake up 2024
Major brands are preparing to launch electric cars in Australia for the first time, in a move experts say will see some motorists question their brand loyalty.
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Digital hand for responders after devastating floods
As storms, floods and bushfires wreak havoc on Australia, a little-known company owned by the nation's governments is in demand for its digital intelligence.
Bring on the new year, Aussies set to welcome 2024
Across Australia, revellers are ready to farewell 2023 and welcome 2024 with plenty of New Year's Eve events, shows and fireworks.
Wasted opportunity as frozen eggs languish in storage
The vast majority of eggs frozen by prospective mothers go unused, causing headaches for IVF clinics and preventing potentially groundbreaking research.
Warning system could save farmers millions of dollars
Crop contamination from herbicides can cost growers millions of dollars in damage - but a warning system is helping to avoid it.
New year changes to bring vape ban, boosted payments
A raft of major policy changes are scheduled to start as the sun sets on 2023, including cost of living relief measures in some states.
Two dead after train derails in horror truck crash
Two train drivers have died after their locomotive collided with a truck at a level crossing near the South Australia-NSW border.
Former pro cyclist Melissa Hoskins killed in car crash
Former Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins has died after being hit by a car in Adelaide's inner north.
Ages revealed of children in river drowning tragedy
Police have released more details about two young children who died after they were found in a Perth river on New Year's Eve.
Iraq invasion and carbon crusade in 2003 cabinet papers
High-level discussions about Australia's decision to enter the Iraq War and a deadly virus that swept the world have been revealed in cabinet papers from 2003.
Howard’s key role in quashing emissions trading scheme
The reason Australia rejected a significant climate change adaptation plan has been revealed in federal cabinet documents released after a 20-year embargo.
Aussies welcome 2024 in firework spectacular
Across Australia, revellers farewelled 2023 and welcomed 2024 with a stunning array of New Year's Eve events, shows and fireworks.
Two children dead after found floating in Perth river
Two children have died after they were found floating in Perth's Swan River by members of the public on New Year's Eve.
Snacks giant sorted with favourite Aussie ingredients
Fancy crackers, chocolates and lollies shared during the holidays are increasingly being made from local ingredients in high-tech manufacturing hubs onshore.