Hysterectomies fall as options for heavy periods grow
Women opting for less-invasive treatments to manage heavy periods could be a reason for falling hysterectomy rates.
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Opioid-addled bus driver to hear from victims of crash
Bus driver Brett Andrew Button has admitted he took more painkillers than doctors suggested and joked with passengers before a horrific wedding crash.
PM weighs in on fresh push for free or cheap childcare
Anthony Albanese has welcomed an expert proposal for free or low-cost childcare but parents hoping for an immediate reprieve are likely to be disappointed.
Billions spent on consultants amid integrity concerns
Australia is spending billions on consulting services despite transparency issues and conflicts of interests, prompting calls to regulate the industry.
Dry weather in some states dampens farmer confidence
Farmer confidence has taken a U-turn in the latest quarter in the face of economic pressures and mixed seasonal conditions across Australia.
Landlord claims Lehrmann caused $13k in property damage
Bruce Lehrmann is facing claims for almost $20,000 to cover damage and rental loss from the owner of a luxury property in Sydney.
China visit could sway Australian voters at election
A successful visit by the Chinese premier could bode well for the government ahead of an election, with a third of voters expected to consider bilateral ties.
Hayne to reunite with family but may face another trial
Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne has been granted bail after sexual assault convictions were quashed on appeal, with prosecutors considering another trial.
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Not the size of the energy build, but how we use it
Many households are reducing their carbon footprint but without efficient homes or smart meters they may not be getting the best value out of clean energy.
Coalition roasted over 2030 emission target backtrack
Some opposition MPs have been caught off-guard by coalition plans to drop 2030 emission reduction targets, as the prime minister hits out at the move.
Student AI deepfake images reflective of porn crisis
Pornography is driving bad behaviour in Australian schools with an artificial intelligence deepfake scandal reflective of a crisis, experts have warned.
PM backs ceasefire as Australia boosts Gaza aid
The federal government has announced $10 million in humanitarian aid to Gaza, as leaders meet for an emergency summit in Jordan on the issue.
Accused double murderer’s story ‘ticks every box’
Greg Lynn's lawyer has told a jury the accused murderer's story about the accidental deaths of two campers "ticks every box" and has been proven by evidence.
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Chalmers eyes soft landing amid budget criticism
The pressure on Australia's economy from higher interest rates justifies the decision not to deliver a "slash and burn" budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says.
Amid climate war redux, expert urges Paris compliance
An expert has urged Australia to continue on its course of climate action as an opposition plan to scrap targets threatens to unleash "unmitigated emissions".
Australia welcomes resolution for Middle East ceasefire
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has backed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Middle East.
Households keep falling behind as rate increases bite
Most borrowers are adapting to tough financial conditions but the number of people in hardship or struggling to meet repayments is growing.
Custodial staff cleared of misconduct over teen’s death
A corruption watchdog has found no evidence to support claims of serious misconduct before a teenager fatally self-harmed in the youth wing of an adult prison.
Chinese premier to visit Australia for four-day tour
Li Qiang will be the first Chinese premier to visit Australia for seven years when he makes an official trip to Canberra, Adelaide and Perth.
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Four popular training courses facing critical AI risk
An analysis of vocational training has identified four courses at high risk from artificial intelligence technology even though they are in high demand.
‘Shambolic’ prosecution case criticised by Lynn defence
Greg Lynn's defence lawyer has labelled the case against the accused double murderer as "bumbled" and "shambolic" in the final days of his jury trial.
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Why all smartphones are adding artificial intelligence
Apple has revealed plans to put ChatGPT in iPhones and, with Google and Samsung embracing AI tools, experts say they will soon be ubiquitous.
‘Beyond belief’: cancer risk poses water rules queries
Experts want drinking water standards lifted after the US cracked down on the presence of chemicals linked to causing cancer.
Buried truck linked to dead diver, port cocaine seizure
An unearthed truck is believed to be linked to a cocaine importation that left bricks in the water, two men before court, one diver dead and another missing.
Entitlements up in the air as Bonza workers jettisoned
More than 300 Bonza workers have been sacked after administrators failed to find a buyer to bail out the grounded airline.
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Grants for homes ‘save billions on big energy projects’
Incentivising households and landlords into renewable tech such as batteries and solar would save billions on large-scale infrastructure, a report says.
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Electric cars are not the only fix for green transport
Governments will need to look at more than just electric vehicles to make significant transport emission cuts, modelling from Monash University says.
Grief keeps grip on region a year after bus tragedy
A year on from the Hunter Valley bus crash that killed 10 people, a grieving father has turned his attention to preventing a similar tragedy.
Remembering the Myall Creek massacre 186 years on
Hundreds of people have gathered to remember the day Aboriginal people were massacred by stockmen in NSW 186 years ago.
Ex-detainee to fight allegations he bashed grandmother
A released immigration detainee charged over the brutal bashing of a Perth grandmother is likely to plead not guilty.
PM blasts opposition for shifting goals on climate
An opposition plan to rework interim climate commitments has attracted the ire of the prime minister, who says 2030 goals are achievable.