‘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.
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‘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.
Protect us all: pact a new era for ‘Pacific family’
Australia and PNG have welcomed their alliance coming into force after a diplomatic blitz from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
‘Window closing’ for wildlife as bird flu threat mounts
Another suspected bird flu case has been detected, threatening to push the national tally to eight as experts warn the clock is ticking to protect wildlife.
‘Really serious’: YouTube slammed over Bondi video
YouTube allowed a video questioning aspects of the Bondi terror attack to remain online despite suggestions it violated the platform's policies.
Inside the e-commerce giant primed for bargain hunters
As the cost of living bites, some Australians are looking towards major sales events, with one e-commerce giant hiring hundreds of extra seasonal workers.
‘Deceiving’ AI tech to be expanded in Australia
Artificial intelligence technology can already blackmail humans and hack computer systems, a minister warns, and an Australian agency is testing its limits.
WiseTech co-founder walks as chair, but stays on board
An Australian tech giant's co-founder has relinquished his lead board role but will remain a director while denying allegations of sexual and visa exploitation.
Alleged killer cop’s mum ‘relieved’ after bail granted
A mother accused of interfering with a witness in her son's high-profile double murder trial has been released on bail after months in custody.
Alleged bridge intruder told he will stay behind bars
An alleged vandal who requested a peanut butter sandwich during a bridge stand-off with police will remain behind bars despite being "a little bit hungry".
‘Provocative act’: PM hits out at Chinese missile test
Anthony Albanese has criticised China's testing of nuclear-capable missiles in the Pacific, saying it destabilises the region.
‘Invisible’ organisation boosts economy by $2m a day
A little-known firm that ensures the food Australians eat and the medical results they receive are up to scratch contributes millions of dollars to the economy.
AI on the sly: more Aussies are using chatbots for work
Australian employees are turning to artificial intelligence tools to get ahead at work without the knowledge or permission of their employers.
Family affair: investor tax changes spawn new tactics
Prospective home buyers are rethinking the type of properties they want to purchase in response to changes to negative gearing and the capital gains tax.
Footy plans farewell for player lost in ground tragedy
A beloved school teacher who died after suffering critical head injuries during a reserves Australian rules game will be farewelled by his local club.
Australia eyes next key deal amid gaps in Pacific voice
Australia has bagged a major diplomatic win over China in its battle for influence in the Pacific as attention turns to remaining gaps in the region.
Australian shares dip as traders await next catalyst
Banks and miners have weighed on the Australian stock exchange in an underwhelming trading session, while energy, healthcare and IT stocks outperformed.
‘Gun to a fist fight’: man killed in duel over woman
An abusive husband was shot five times after arranging a fist fight over his ex-wife whom he suspected had returned to sex work, a jury has heard.
Chaos for Harry visit as palace ditches invite to stay
Prince Harry's visit to the UK is in disarray after a royal offer for him to stay at Buckingham Palace was pulled at the last minute due to his court case.
Multiple child safety reports before little boy’s death
Families gathered at a local community pool to remember a little boy allegedly murdered by his mother, leaving behind a teddy bear and a small blue unicorn.
Fuel made from cooking oil to be used at Aussie airport
Australia's first sustainable aviation fuel tank and pipeline has been cleared for takeoff, paving the way for cleaner flights and a new homegrown industry.
Big tech grilled over vile slurs unchecked on platforms
Social media giants have faced intense questioning over whether they're doing enough to stem the tide of online hate on their platforms.
Young footballer’s death ignites on-field safety fears
A local football club president is urging a rethink of multi-purpose playing fields after a young player died from critical injuries suffered during a game.