No Israel-Hamas equivalence: foreign affairs department
Australia's Foreign Affairs department says it respect the International Criminal Court but "there is no equivalence between Israel and Hamas".
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Consumer spending the wildcard in rate hike uncertainty
The spending appetite of consumers remains a key source of uncertainty for the Reserve Bank as the battle against inflation rages.
Call to back NDIS changes amid premiers’ concerns
State and territory leaders have been urged to support reforms to the NDIS because people with disabilities can't afford to wait any longer for improvements.
Stranded Aussies rescued from violence-torn island
Australians have escaped violence in New Caledonia after two flights were cleared to bring stranded citizens home following deadly riots on the Pacific island.
Telstra urged to dial back ‘appalling’ mass job cuts
Telco giant Telstra will axe up to nine per cent of its workers, chasing $350 million in cost savings as it focuses on better-performing parts of its business.
Reynolds and Higgins defamation case peace talks halted
Senator Linda Reynolds says she is disappointed mediation talks with Brittany Higgins over allegedly defamatory social media posts have not ended the matter.
Lawyers take chunk of breast surgery payout
Lawyers will receive the lion's share of a $25 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit over alleged complications from breast augmentation surgeries.
Migration cut would have ‘negligible’ effect on housing
A housing expert has rubbished claims from the coalition that a cut in the migration intake would lead to better housing affordability and supply.
Defence aircraft poised for New Caledonia evacuation
A defence force plane is standing by to evacuate Australians stuck in New Caledonia as violence wracks the French Pacific territory.
Voters should be warned about AI-generated election ads
All election material generated by an AI tools should be clearly labelled, Australia's Electoral Commissioner says, due to growing disinformation risks.
Campers stumbled across burnt-out campsite, jury told
Campers found a burnt-out campsite and unattended ute belonging to Russell Hill, a day after he and his childhood sweetheart Carol Clay were allegedly murdered.
Union court claim for sacked Qantas staff ‘unrealistic’
A union's claim that unlawfully retrenched Qantas staff would still work there flew in the face of reality, a judge has said during a hearing on compensation.
Green iron to go ahead under future industries push
Production tax incentives unveiled in the federal budget are expected to benefit places like Gladstone and help them secure a spot in the net zero economy.
Wombat burrows help other critters survive after fires
Camera traps have shown wombat burrows are hot property after bushfires, with animals using them for shelter and as drinking stations after rain.
Star Entertainment confirms Hard Rock takeover offer
Star Entertainment Group says it has been approached about a transaction by a consortium that includes a local partner of Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos.
PM backs budget despite lukewarm polling response
While voters have delivered a small bounce for Labor in the polls, there has been mixed opinions on the recent federal budget.
‘Obnoxious’ social media faces state push for youth ban
Three state premiers have called for legislated age limits on social media users, which could mean children under 16 are barred from using major platforms.
Eye on Iran as president goes missing in chopper crash
Developments in the disappearance of Iran's president in a helicopter crash over mountainous terrain are being monitored by Australia's government and experts.
Universities step up action in push to end encampments
A Melbourne university started misconduct proceedings against students at a Pro-Palestine encampment, but a Sydney facility won't force the camp to disband.
Doctor charged with indecently assaulting woman
An obstetrics and gynaecology doctor has been charged with indecently assaulting a woman during a medical procedure in Western Australia.
‘Extraordinary’: stabbed cop who chased attacker hailed
A man has been charged with the attempted murder of a police officer who he is accused of stabbing in the head during an unprovoked daylight attack.
Man who stabbed officer ‘asked police to shoot him’
A man is under police guard after he allegedly confronted an officer near a busy Sydney park and stabbed him repeatedly in the back of the head.
Arrests and police clashes in rival protest stand-off
Protesters have clashed with police in Melbourne amid rival demonstrations related to the conflict in the Middle East, with six people arrested.
ADF ‘ready to fly’ as death toll rises in New Caledonia
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the government is working to get Australians out of New Caledonia as the death toll from the civil unrest rises to six.
PM praises push to ban kids from social media
Anthony Albanese says parents 'are worried sick' about what their kids have access to online, as he welcomes moves to ban kids from social media.
Rationale behind RBA’s last cash rate call on show
The minutes from the last Reserve Bank meeting will outline the thinking behind keeping rates on hold and how seriously the case to hike was considered.
Regions open to migrants even in plan to slash numbers
Regional towns and universities would continue to welcome international students and workers under the coalition's plan to address the housing crisis.
Man in hospital after being hit by ute, driver charged
A man has been charged with assault over allegedly striking another man with a ute following an argument.
‘No one is immune’: scammers targeting property buyers
Tech-savvy and financially literate Australians are among the property buyers falling victim to increasingly sophisticated and costly payment diversion scams.
Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire
Property developers say installing electric car chargers in apartment buildings is becoming almost impossible due to inconsistent safety rules.
Getting the job done in Hamilton’s return to Australia
The hit musical Hamilton is returning to Sydney, and its lyrics will have a special resonance for performer Gerard-Luke Malgas.