AFL legend left bloodied, bruised after home invasion
Photos show the extent of injuries AFL legend Mick Malthouse suffered fending off alleged intruders and the injury he dealt to one of the accused.
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Bluey show ‘very keen’ for more Indigenous translations
The producer of beloved Aussie children's show Bluey has praised the "amazing" reaction to episodes that were translated into a First Nations language.
Innovative tech funded to deliver energy transition
Australian energy companies have received federal funding to address complex problems associated with the energy transition.
Elderly alleged robber denied bail over ‘flight risk’
A magistrate believes a 78-year-old former rugby league international could abscond if granted bail while accused of a violent armed robbery three decades ago.
Rio Tinto signs deal to cut alumina refinery emissions
Rio Tinto has signed a five-year agreement with SuperChar for bio pellets to explore how it can reduce its coal use in its Gladstone refineries in Queensland.
Concerns cloud national emergency alert system rollout
Some states remain concerned about service gaps under Australia's new emergency warning system, days out from its first nationwide test.
Experts warn abortion ‘fear mongering’ risks rural care
While there is greater uptake of abortion pills across Australia, many complexities remain for women seeking to terminate an unwanted pregnancy, research shows.
‘Viscerally sick’: child protection reforms under fire
A territory's child protection changes have been heavily criticised amid accusations a five-year-old Aboriginal girl's death has been politicised.
PM hails Labor evolution as members push for change
Taxes on gas and gambling reform will be among items up for debate on the conference floor when thousands gather for Labor's national conference.
More joint sea patrols on cards after China missile
Australia is weighing up increased sea patrols with other nations as it continues to criticise the Chinese launch of a nuclear-capable missile in the Pacific.
Hanson blasted for ‘atrocious’ family violence comment
One Nation is seeking to tidy up after a series of controversial comments from its parliamentarians in recent days put the populist party under the spotlight.
US still willing to negotiate over Iran crisis: Rubio
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cast doubt on whether Iran is as committed to negotiations as the US, as hostilities continue with no breakthrough in sight.
‘Truth teller’ Rebel scores win in feud with co-star
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has emerged victorious from a hotly contested defamation battle with her co-star after insisting she was telling the truth.
Anti-Semitic incident data problematic, police concede
A senior officer acknowledges a police incident database makes it difficult to provide a clear picture of the magnitude of anti-Semitism in the community.
Seat swap after son’s crash killed mum, inquest told
Tracee Grosvenor was found dead behind the wheel of a crashed car but it soon emerged someone else had been driving, an inquest has been told.
Beckham-style romance dream turned to rape, court told
A young woman allegedly raped by a British rapper after an Australian show wanted to marry the performer and dreamed she was Victoria Beckham.
Investors returning after budget blow to housing breaks
The share of homes bought by investors compared to owner-occupiers is returning to levels seen prior to the federal budget.
Damning report highlights red flags before girl’s death
Sweeping changes have been recommended for a child protection system after a review found safety threats were missed before a little girl's death.
‘Done it tough’: Hanson defends her billionaire backer
Pauline Hanson has defended her relationship with billionaire donor Gina Rinehart, also declaring taxpayers didn't fund her Italy trip with the mining magnate.
Israeli denies bid to interfere with Australian policy
Policies should not just target "one side", Israel says, as it pushes back on a draft Labor document on the Middle East before the party's national conference.
One ingredient offers recipe for cheaper green hydrogen
By tweaking one substance used to create green hydrogen, researchers say they could unlock more of the fuel's potential.
UK’s Burnham targets power bills in first move as PM
New Prime Minister Andy Burnham will cut taxes on Britons' electricity bills as he attempts to deliver on his promise to ease the UK's cost-of-living crisis.
Minister ‘bias’ in major gas project extension approval
A federal minister has been accused in court of favouring an energy giant over the environment by agreeing to extend the life of a major gas project.
‘Security levy’: Jewish parents face extra schools cost
Parents are absorbing the costs of hiring armed guards at Jewish schools, with an inquiry told government funding caveats are complicating security efforts.
AFL legend dubs alleged home invaders ‘cockatoos’
AFL premiership coach Mick Malthouse has recounted the moment he caught three men allegedly trying to break into his home and was stabbed while letting them go.
Labor urged to hasten work on whistleblower reforms
Dozens of whistleblowers, their advocates and regulators have gathered for a symposium assessing the state of public disclosure in Australia.
‘Choked me’: rapper accused of violent rape after gig
A young woman has told a court she thought she was going to an after-party before she was allegedly raped by a British rapper after an Australian show.
Alleged ‘ISIS bride’ on terror charges to walk free
An alleged "ISIS bride" accused of joining the terror group has been granted bail after her lawyer successfully argued she posed a relatively low safety risk.
‘Nobody cares about us’: death at police hands probed
After her son was killed by police following a decades-long struggle with schizophrenia and addiction, a mother wants his inquest to be a positive experience.
Hanson’s billionaire friendship could prompt backlash
An unlikely alliance between Pauline Hanson and a billionaire benefactor threatens to undermine her relationships with colleagues, a political expert warns.
Young Australians urged to discuss organ donation
A teen back on the rugby field and a sister honouring a final wish highlight the life-changing impact of organ donation ahead of this year's DonateLife week.