Shock discovery while mustering spurs surprise industry
A pastoralist who stumbled across a surprise discovery while mustering sheep has helped put outback Queensland on the map.
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Mazda2 makeover doesn’t mean much of a power boost
The Mazda2 has been around for more than a decade with only minor updates, but this time the popular model has had a comprehensive facelift.
Independent MPs ‘conflicted’ by tax cut changes
Changes to tax cuts would help lower income Australians, but some independent MPs are concerned about the impact on their affluent constituents.
Days of gains for Australian shares as miners dig deep
The Australian share market has climbed half a per cent as surging mining companies helped the index to its fifth successive day of gains.
Ex-NRL star Hayne in second bid to quash rape verdicts
Jarryd Hayne will watch on as lawyers fight to overturn his convictions following three trials and a guilty verdict on two counts of rape.
No health data stolen in hack on major hospital network
An investigation into a cyber attack on St Vincent's Health Australia has found no evidence that personal data was stolen or posted on the dark web.
Supermarket prices under gaze of consumer watchdog
Supermarket giants are accused of price gouging on fruit, vegetables and meat and the consumer watchdog will use its "full legal powers" to investigate.
Major automaker recalls electric cars due to fire risk
A recall has been issued for more than 200 electric vehicles after Audi discovered an issue with their batteries that could increase the risk of a fire.
Captain Cook statue hacked, Queen memorial vandalised
A Captain Cook statue in Melbourne has been hacked off at the ankles ahead of Australia Day, and a memorial to Queen Victoria has been covered in paint.
Palestinians return the favour at Invasion Day rallies
Palestinian and First Nations people have a long history of solidarity and many will continue that as January 26 protests take place against a backdrop of war.
Next Australian of the Year to be revealed
The winner of the 2024 Australian of the Year will be announced in Canberra, with 34 finalists in the running across four categories.
Sea changers flock to more affordable coastal towns
Home buyers moving to the seaside are looking to buy for well under $1 million, with affordable coastal markets in Western Australia booming.
PM justifies rejigged tax cuts as cost-of-living relief
The prime minister has backed his government's reworked income tax package as the best way forward for struggling workers.
Indian national, three others killed in island tragedy
Three women and a man are dead in an unpatrolled beach tragedy, with Life Saving Victoria saying it is the state's worst drowning incident in 20 years.
Monitor for symptoms as measles spreads to three states
Three states are on high alert for measles after three people with the highly infectious virus visited multiple locations over several days while infected.
Accused kidnapper granted bail over $1b cocaine bust
An alleged attempted kidnapper of a man with over 700kg of cocaine has been bailed after lawyers asked how four men could carry all those drugs in a Yaris.
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New rules warn of AI data poisoning, attacks and theft
Australia's top cybersecurity agency has issued guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence technology, warning businesses about privacy and data risks.
Accused crepe assailant’s real estate licence revoked
Legal troubles have continued for a woman accused of assaulting the former Northern Territory chief minister, now having her real estate licence revoked.
Lawyer hit in brazen shooting tight-lipped with police
Investigators hope the release of CCTV showing the lead-up to lawyer Mahmoud Abbas's Sydney shooting will help them find the gunman.
Ex-TV star O’Keefe avoids jail for ‘degrading’ DV crime
Former presenter Andrew O'Keefe has been ordered into community supervision for domestic violence-related offences and fined for drug possession.
Woolworths CEO defends Australia Day merchandise choice
Woolworths chief executive Brad Banducci has backed the supermarket's choice not to stock Australia Day merchandise as staff report more and more abuse.
Cops charged over bar brawl with now-cleared NRL star
NRL player Tom Starling is seeking compensation over a brawl in which he was repeatedly punched by police officers, two of whom are now facing assault charges.
‘Absolutely independent’: Kim Williams named ABC chair
The prime minister has named former News Limited chief Kim Williams as the new chair of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, replacing Ita Buttrose.
Tragic summer on track as drowning deaths surge
An increase in summer drownings has prompted a warning from lifesavers ahead of the long weekend, with a campaign calling on men to take water safety seriously.
Inspiring Australians gather as they vie for top honour
Dozens of finalists for the 2024 Australian of the Year have arrived in Canberra ahead of the awards ceremony.
Beale’s sexual assault accuser set to give evidence
Kurtley Beale has pleaded not guilty before a jury that is expected to hear from the woman he is accused of groping and sexually assaulting at a Sydney pub.
House prices smash records, wiping out downturn losses
Australia's housing sector has recouped all losses from the 2022 downturn to end 2023 smashing median price records across all capital cities.
More than 10,000 spared GP visit under new trials
A series of trials operating across the nation has allowed 10,000 women to get a new supply of the pill or receive treatment for uncomplicated infections.
Plastic makes up the majority of Aussie marine litter
Plastic made up 79 per cent of the rubbish collected from Australia's urban rivers, bays and beaches over the past three years, conservationists say.
Middle income earners primed for extra tax relief
The prime minister says middle income earners are at the centre of an income tax overhaul that he will flesh out in a speech on Thursday.
Optus admits thousands more triple zero calls failed
Optus' revelation the number of unsuccessful calls to emergency services was 10 times more than first reported is "deeply concerning", the government says.