All signs point to jobs market holding firm in new data
Forward indicators suggest Australia's unusually low unemployment rate will stay steady in fresh data set to be released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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Accused abuser worked after childcare misconduct claims
A state government has backed its handling of a childcare abuse scandal in the wake of fresh revelations about the man's worrying behaviour.
More holidays in richest state could boost productivity
A public holiday review is under way in a western state to potentially better align it with the rest of country and boost productivity.
Political tensions muddy PM’s Chinese green steel push
Efforts to end Chinese ownership of an Australian port highlight challenges to the prime minister's ambition to grow business ties between the two nations.
Uber makes app changes to take more seniors for a ride
More than one in every three older Australians finds transport difficult to organise, a study has found, prompting a ride-share company to make changes.
Legal action in play after protester ‘punched’ in eye
Lawyers for a one-time Greens candidate allege their client was a victim of "gratuitous police brutality" after suffering a serious eye injury during a protest.
Saints star weighs up police involvement over racism
St Kilda's Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera and Port Adelaide's Jase Burgoyne have been sent racist messages online after their teams' matches over the weekend.
New questions on sexuality, gender part of census trial
New questions about sexuality and gender will be part of a trial run of the national census involving more than 60,000 homes ahead of the main event.
Mother’s despair as killer faked slain daughter’s texts
The mother of Hannah McGuire, who was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend, has shared the series of texts she received purporting to be from her daughter.
Aussie firms team up to send telescope, lasers to space
A low-earth orbit satellite, made in Adelaide, could launch into space as soon as 2027 as part of a bid to boost Australia's aerospace capabilities.
Wanted official got gold after kickbacks ‘went crazy’
An ex-transport official received gold as part of a corrupt multimillion-dollar scheme that inflated fees for roadworks services, an inquiry has been told.
China hails PM’s ‘personal efforts’ to restore ties
China's premier has applauded Anthony Albanese's efforts to restore Chinese-Australian relations after they had reached "a low point" in recent years.
Renewable energy delays make Australia less attractive
Investing in Australian renewable energy is only 'somewhat attractive' according to a study that identifies transmission and planning delays among concerns.
‘Deepest pain’ felt as landmark climate case dismissed
As a landmark climate case is dismissed by a federal court, the Torres Strait Islander men behind the action are vowing to keep fighting for their homelands.
Wounded ex-Greens hopeful slams ‘ludicrous’ rally case
Lawyers for an ex-Greens candidate have criticised police for pursuing charges over a protest where an officer allegedly left her with a serious eye injury.
Consumer win in card surcharge cut as business bristles
Scrapping surcharges could save Australians about $1.2 billion, but small businesses think they will have to foot the bill.
First Nations hepatitis B risks revealed in study
A study of more than 700 people living with a unique strain of hepatitis B, predominantly affecting Indigenous people, has found severe risks to liver health.
Hundreds more kids to be tested as abuse scandal widens
Authorities are contacting the families of 800 children to undergo screening after finding an alleged sex offender worked in another four childcare centres.
Mum charged with stabbing murder of seven-month-old boy
A mother has been charged with murder after first responders were called to a home where they found a baby boy with serious stab wounds.
Mum shows up for cop son as double-murder case delayed
A former police officer accused of murdering two men in a horrific domestic violence incident has changed lawyers again, prompting further delays in his case.
Flipping heck: tech giant wants to upsize your phone
After 15 years of research and development, the world's most popular folding smartphone is about to get bigger, but its competitors are far from rolling over.
Distressed community still calling for truth-telling
"How can we embrace our future without acknowledging our past" is the question being posed by the former chair of a scrapped truth-telling inquiry.
Affordability ‘tipping point’ nudges renters into units
A slowdown in rental growth even with still-low vacancy rates suggests renters have maxed out on what they can afford.
Murder jury shown photos of burnt ute where body found
Jurors in Lachlan Young's murder trial have been shown photos of the vehicle where his victim Hannah McGuire's body was located.
Japan and S.Korea seek to soften Trump tariff blow
Japan and South Korea are angling for talks with the US as President Donald Trump ramps up his trade war, while the EU aims for a deal before the new deadline.
Family ‘validated’ over coroner’s police racism finding
A police force says it won't tolerate racism in its ranks but the family of an teenager shot by an officer say they're not holding their breath for change.
Slow rate of cuts puts squeeze on business, households
Businesses and mortgage-holders banking on a cut to interest rates will have to wait more than a month before the next opportunity for financial stimulus.
Full scope of mushroom trial media circus revealed
Erin Patterson's triple murder trial was the biggest media matter for the Victorian Supreme Court in recent history, with more than 250 outlets involved.
Trump threatens Aussie medicines with bitter tax pill
One of Australia's biggest US exports has been threatened with hefty tariffs, but many doubt whether Donald Trump will actually impose the measure.
Anti-hate group lauded as ‘fringe’ protesters slammed
Jewish groups are optimistic an anti-hate task force will trigger political action as a small group of protesters is lashed over a violent confrontation.
Chinese community warned as police seek seven over scam
Alleged scammers involved in a "fly-in, fly-out" scam targeting the Chinese community are believed to have fled overseas, as police appeal for information.