‘Overwhelming despair’: boat driver’s tears for fiancee
A man seen naked and drunkenly swerving his speedboat before a catastrophic collision that killed his fiancee has broken down in tears as he avoided jail.
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Reality TV star facing reality of life behind bars
Trying to avoid charges of unsafe helicopter operating has led to jail for reality TV star Matt Wright on charges of trying to pervert the course of justice.
‘Holding the tide back’: doctor’s plea for health deal
The federal and state governments are being urged to come together to reach a funding agreement for overwhelmed public hospitals.
One mum’s baby bundles become life-changing charity
A pack of newborn clothes posted online and a conversation with a social worker were the beginnings of a charity focused on Indigenous mums and their babies.
Hot and cold: diverging weather risks fires starting
Hot conditions in the west and stormy weather impacting the east of Australia is putting a strain on firefighters battling bushfires.
Modified e-bikes cop another rail ban over safety risks
Converted e-bikes will no longer be allowed on a major rail network, with one state government blaming "after-market add-ons" for causing fires.
Price gouging ban will drive up costs: supermarkets
Lower grocery bills are being promised with a price gouging ban but supermarket giants and retailers say shoppers will be the ones to bear the brunt of costs.
Koala ‘misinformation’ cry as population counts soar
Fresh data reveals Australia's koala count could be much higher than previously thought, as a contentious park to protect the species is called into question.
How Indigenous culture is enriching preschoolers’ days
Parents and children are learning together at one preschool, which has embedded Indigenous language and culture into each day's events.
‘100 out of 10 pain’: the common summer health scourge
Causing excruciating pain, kidney stones can be years in the making - but they're also more likely to hit sufferers in the warmer months.
Rule-breaking AG to repay taxpayers for family holiday
Australia's top law officer will reimburse taxpayers after a family holiday was ruled outside guidelines, but Treasurer Jim Chalmers says she should not resign.
History-making miracle premmie continues to defy odds
Tiny Charlie Jones has made history as one of the smallest premature babies in the country - tipping the scales at just 360 grams.
Budget update to reveal Australia’s fiscal fortunes
The federal treasurer says he's booked another $20 billion in savings in the budget update, but is keeping mum on whether that means a smaller deficit.
Tears flow as community mourns Bondi massacre victims
A devastated community is mourning those killed in a shooting rampage at Bondi Beach as loved ones of the victims say they have been robbed of their happiness.
Savings found in budget update as blowouts add up
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed billions of dollars in savings as other projects in the budget blow out amid "grave" concerns over its bottom line.
Pacific workers stay silent to keep their jobs
Pacific workers in Australia to fill key labour shortages are at risk of exploitation and have a widespread fear of retaliation.
Families’ relief as Snowtown killer’s parole overturned
Notorious Snowtown killer James Vlassakis' parole approval has been overturned by a retired judge, who said his crimes were "gross" and "disgustingly unusual".
Exploding batteries spark probe to stop deadly cost
The deaths of three people and countless fires caused by exploding lithium-ion batteries have prompted a coronial inquiry into how to reduce the risks.
Reiner’s son ‘responsible’ for parents’ deaths: police
Rob Reiner's son Nick has been charged over the deaths of the Hollywood filmmaker and his wife Michele Singer Reiner.
Fierce defence of police as nation mourns Bondi dead
Police officers who responded to the Bondi terror attack have been strongly backed by their premier as further details emerge about the perpetrators.
Aussies skipping dental, medical care to afford rent
The housing crisis is changing the way Australians live with many revealing "heartbreaking" stories of struggle as they skip on the basics to make ends meet.
Long commute deal breaker as workers stay close to home
Spending hours on public transport or driving to work is falling out of favour as more employees seek local and hybrid working options.
Social media ban hailed a success despite workarounds
The prime minister says his under-16s social media ban belongs in the pantheon of world-leading Australian innovations like the secret ballot.
Jumping castle inquest ‘open to different findings’
A coroners court has provided a significant update on preparations for an inquest into the deaths of six primary school children in a jumping castle accident.
February is live: RBA warns of impending rate hike
The average mortgage-holder's repayments could soon jump an extra $90 a month, with another Reserve Bank interest rate hike on the cards as early as February.
Cheapest path to energy and climate goals locked in
Solar and wind firmed by storage and backed by gas remains the cheapest pathway to meet Australia's growing demand for electricity while reaching climate goals
Electric shock: hybrids, not EVs, pose pedestrian risk
They may be quieter and heavier than petrol cars but electric vehicles are not more likely to crash into a pedestrian or to cause serious injury.
‘Obscene’ rates of Indigenous child removals persist
Indigenous children continue to be removed from family at 'obscene' rates, as advocates urge an overhaul of how child protection is approached.
‘Classic glass cliff’: women leaders mark Liberal first
The majority of Liberal leaders across Australia are now women - but are they political saviours or placeholders until a male colleague takes over?
Nvidia chip sales to China sparks US security concerns
Critics fear Donald Trump's decision to upend US policy by allowing Nvidia to sell its advanced AI chips to China will boost Beijing's military capabilities.
Mother confronts son’s killer after decades of pain
The mother of a teenager killed almost three decades ago by a Molotov cocktail has spoken of the guilt and pain she has been forced to endure.