‘Failing us’: commissioner quits over child safety laws
A children's commissioner has resigned in protest over a territory's controversial child protection reforms.
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Ex-priest blames brain injury for teenage sex hunt
A former Catholic priest who said "there is no such thing as too young" argues injuries from a car accident impaired his judgment and decision-making.
Used electric cars drive records as fuel prices bite
It's not just new car sales - electric vehicles are taking off in Australia's second-hand automotive market as buyers seek to avoid high petrol costs.
Jail after teen forced into 70-hour weeks in brothels
Two men have been jailed after a 17-year-old girl was brought in from Indonesia to be driven around to brothels and engage in sex acts multiple times a day.
‘Courage’: tributes for firebrand newsman Derryn Hinch
The prime minister is leading tributes for firebrand broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch, who is being remembered for his uncompromising opinions.
Native bird flu case sparks ‘nightmare’ wildlife fears
Experts fear native species could be devastated by a deadly bird flu strain after it was discovered in a wild non-migratory species for the first time.
Liberal leader rules out forming One Nation alliance
Angus Taylor has doubled down on attacks on One Nation, ruling out any coalition with the minor party despite Pauline Hanson's pleas to "work together".
Telstra to ‘face the music’ as anger rises over outages
Telstra is being warned it will be held accountable and could face a $30 million fine as the regulator probes the telco's major system failures.
Australian dance troupe earns deadly international gong
A First Nations dance company is set to be awarded a major accolade at the Venice Biennale - but says it represents just 35 of 65,000 years of stories.
Free speech legal loss low note for dumped pianist
An orchestra did not take action against an international concert pianist because of his political beliefs, a federal court judge has determined.
‘Shocking disregard’: anti-Semitism probe condemns X
Elon Musk's X has refused to engage with a royal commission into anti-Semitism, despite evidence that the platform was a breeding ground for anti-Jewish hate.
Modi, Albanese in to bat for Australia-India friendship
Cricket diplomacy will play a pivotal role in deepening ties between Australia and India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi pulls up stumps on his three-day visit.
Total Eclipse of the Heart singer Bonnie Tyler dies
Welsh pop singer Bonnie Tyler, who was known for 1980s power ballads such as Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, has died at 75.
‘Column of smoke’: coalition launches One Nation attack
An economic blueprint has been pitched by the coalition to win over voters as it warns One Nation won't be able to deliver on its promises to Australians.
‘Complex’: man charged with 17-year-old girl’s murder
Days after a girl was found unconscious, police have charged a man with the 17-year-old's murder, saying he was in a "domestic relationship" with the child.
Suspected bikie captured days after escaping custody
Police have arrested a man who made a break for freedom while being escorted to an ambulance in the latest thwarted escape by alleged bikies.
Big grants for small manufacturers making green changes
Small Aussie companies who make products for everything from breweries to construction firms could get help to reduce their fossil fuel use.
More bird flu detections spark wildlife fears
Australia's bird flu tally may be edging towards double figures, with experts warning of a potentially ''devastating'' impact on already-threatened wildlife.
Tiny ancient fungi could slash Aussie fertiliser bill
A team of scientists has built Australia's first highly detailed database of fungi, which has the potential to help boost food crops and slash fertiliser costs.
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Telstra outage heat dials up as calls mount for answers
Telstra faces demands from the government as to why it took hours to make an alert over a major outage as police investigate if a death is linked to the issue.
‘Campaign complaints’ target ABC’s Middle East coverage
The national broadcaster is defending its reporting on conflict in the Middle East after a fierce critique from anti-Semitism envoy Jillian Segal.
‘Modi, Modi’: Indian PM greeted with fanfare, protests
Australia's Indian community has turned out in big numbers to catch a glimpse of Narendra Modi after a day of deal-making for the visiting prime minister.
‘Keeps me up at night’: generational rupture laid bare
Rising rents and falling real wages have squeezed young Australians, who find themselves no better off than previous generations.
Port worker wage stoush set to trigger historic strike
Hundreds of port workers are expected to walk off the job after failed wage negotiations between a mining giant and unions.
Teens set for court after kids ‘fight club’ outrage
Three teens have been reported by police and are set for court over a children's "fight club" after videos were posted on social media, sparking outrage.
Massive kava haul seized by police after tip off
A tip off has led to police discovering a massive kava haul with a street value of more than $100,000 in a remote community about 500km east of Darwin.
Software glitch blamed for crippling Telstra outage
Telstra has been forced to carry out hundreds of welfare checks after an hours-long outage that disrupted everything from phone services to trains.
PM pressured to confront China over missile test
Anthony Albanese is being urged to pick up the phone and discuss China's test-firing of a missile into the Pacific with the Asian superpower's leader.
Indian prime minister to meet with Anthony Albanese
Australia will likely seek to increase defence ties with India during a visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi which an expert says comes at an important time.
Virgin accused of refusing disabled twins toilet access
The family of twins with mobility issues has sued Virgin Australia for discrimination after the boys were allegedly refused access to the closest lavatory.
Power shift: Australia could cut fossil fuel shocks
Investing in two renewable energy sources could help boost Australia's fuel security, a study has found, but drilling for oil is no solution.