More Australian troops to train Ukrainian soldiers
The Australian Defence Force will continue to help train Ukrainian soldiers in the UK in a bid to bolster Kyiv's ability to defend itself against Russia.
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Australia mulls US request to send warship to Red Sea
A US request to send a warship to the Red Sea amid ongoing Middle East conflict and tension is being considered by Australia's government and defence forces.
Jimmy Barnes recovering from open-heart surgery
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes is recovering from open-heart surgery in intensive care after undergoing the procedure following a bacterial infection.
‘Only God can sentence me’: shooter’s outburst at judge
A man found guilty of attempted murder yelled "only God can sentence me" as he learnt he would spend at least 15 years in jail over a flower stall shooting.
Mitsubishi cleared of breaking law in gas-guzzling case
A four-year court battle over new car fuel consumption labels has been resolved in the High Court, with Mitsubishi emerging as the winner.
Paramedics get major pay rise in ‘recognition’ of role
A major health union and the government have agreed to a significant pay rise for NSW paramedics following months of negotiations.
Mother, son jailed for Stuart Highway fatal hit-and-run
A young man and his mother have been jailed after he fatally struck a pedestrian and she helped load the woman's body into a ute and bury it in bushland.
Arts groups get $170m govt funding, but some miss out
Creative Australia will distribute $170m to 159 arts organisations, funding an extra 45 groups. But Brisbane's Metro Arts is among those that have missed out.
RBA boss hopeful for better year following hard 2023
Higher interest rates and cost of living pressures are hurting households and businesses, with the central bank governor acknowledging it's been a hard year.
AFP seizes $160 million in assets from laundering ring
A money laundering investigation that led to seven members of an alleged organised crime syndicate being charged has also netted $160m in seized assets.
Australia won’t sign ‘death certificate’ climate deal
A draft deal from the world's biggest climate talks has been decried as a "death certificate" for island nations and Australia, the US and Japan won't sign it.
Bail denied after ankle monitor removed before arrest
A man's promise to wear a tracking device if granted bail has failed to secure his release after the court heard he should have been wearing one when arrested.
Not fit for purpose: Fitbit fined $11m for false claims
Australia's Federal Court has issued Fitbit with an $11 million penalty for making misleading claims to customers who complained about faulty devices.
Accused bottleshop worker killer to claim self-defence
The alleged murder of a young bottleshop worker in Darwin has been captured on CCTV and could be seen by a jury.
Girl bitten, boy chased by dingoes on K’gari
A five-year-old girl has been bitten on the thigh in one of two encounters involving children and dingoes on K'gari island this week.
Russian oligarch fighting ban ‘Putin’s personal friend’
A court has been told a Russian billionaire fighting Commonwealth sanctions banning him from Australia has close links with President Vladimir Putin.
Indigenous kids over-represented in juvenile detention
Indigenous kids are grossly over-represented in juvenile detention and while reducing the numbers is a Closing the Gap target, the figures are getting worse.
National ban on engineered stone ‘will save lives’
Engineered stone products will be banned from sale from July over significant health risks to workers following an agreement of workplace ministers.
‘No proof’ Higgins would lose job for rape complaint
A Ten producer has admitted there was no proof Brittany Higgins would lose her parliamentary job if she told police of her alleged rape by Bruce Lehrmann.
‘Broken’ biodiversity protections in need of overhaul
Urgent changes are needed to Australia's biodiversity offsets system, which is failing to stem the rapid destruction of the environment, experts warn.
Stubbornly high inflation will eat into real wage gains
The federal budget is looking healthy thanks to a surprise revenue boost but inflation is proving persistent and is continuing to hurt household finances.
Australia votes in favour of Gaza ceasefire at UN
A UN resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza has been adopted after receiving the support of Australia and 152 other nations.
China eases trade beef but abattoirs chase bigger stake
Three major Australian abattoirs will be allowed to start exporting beef to China after Beijing lifted suspensions but bans remain on eight other processors.
NRL player spared, father jailed for hammer attack
Suspended Dragons five-eighth Junior Amone has left court with a lashing from a magistrate over his "appalling" conduct as his father is sent to jail.
Russian oligarch using Aussie court to fight sanctions
A Russian billionaire represented in court by former attorney-general Christian Porter is fighting to overturn the sanctions regime banning him from Australia.
Move to suspend judge could be unconstitutional
Lawyers for a Supreme Court judge accused of assault and emotional abuse have argued a parliamentary move to suspend him is not constitutional.
Government abandons push to suspend accused judge
A push to suspend a Supreme Court judge facing charges of assault and emotional abuse has been dropped by the Tasmanian government.
National Parks’ get-out-of-jail-free card in High Court
The High Court has begun hearing a case to decide whether the Commonwealth can avoid criminal penalties for damaging sacred sites in the Northern Territory.
Covert calls and credibility queries amid rape report
A Network Ten producer says Brittany Higgins' allegations of parliamentary interference weakened "very strong" claims she was raped by Bruce Lehrmann.
Savings found to cover billions in new federal spending
The federal government's mid-year review will show it has found budget savings to pay for new spending, such as the response to the robodebt royal commission.
Driver killed after train collides with truck
A driver has died after a train collided with a truck in Victoria's southwest, as investigators say they believe the vehicle became stuck on a level crossing.