House prices surge in years since pandemic
House prices have risen by more than 30 per cent across Australia in the four years since the outbreak of COVID-19, a report has revealed.
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Vietnam War monument vandalised with Gaza message
A memorial for Vietnam War veterans has been defaced with graffiti about the conflict in Gaza, with the RSL urging protesters to rethink their approach.
Ex-NRL star wanted ‘intimacy’ but denies sexual touch
Former Souths and St George Illawarra forward George Burgess has admitted that he wanted to "be naughty" with a woman, but denies groping her buttocks.
Two people arrested over large-scale hooning event
Two people have been charged over a large-scale hooning event, which attracted a crowd of 350 people at the weekend.
Businesses to save as government scraps tariffs
Hundreds of nuisance tariffs on everyday items like tools, clothing, dishwashers and more will be scrapped in a move that will save businesses millions.
Date set for poll to elect Scott Morrison’s replacement
Voters in Cook will head to the polls next month in a by-election to choose a replacement in parliament for former prime minister Scott Morrison.
Asbestos report delayed after fish kill inquiry ordered
Scientific advice into the reuse of asbestos-contaminated waste will be delivered a year late after other matters came up, it has been revealed.
People First Bank kicks along membership, deposits
Australia's largest customer-owned bank has reported a $31 million profit in the first half, down slightly from the same time a year ago.
World’s largest chocolate fountain planned for Tassie
In a Willy Wonka day on the Tasmanian election trail, voters have been promised "the ultimate chocolate experience" and the world's largest chocolate fountain.
Labor open to ‘sensible’ changes to fuel standards
The Albanese government will consider "good faith" suggestions for its proposed fuel efficiency standards, according to Energy Minister Chris Bowen.
Australian Bitcoin buffs say ‘bull run’ just beginning
Australian cryptocurrency enthusiasts are confident "it's a brand new world" after Bitcoin hit the highest price in its 15-year history.
Climate change driving fish producers to new technology
As climate change hits the seafood industry, producers are being forced to adapt and seek out new technology to improve farming methods.
Back roads inspire The Whitlams’ alt-country detour
Singer-songwriter Tim Freedman was driving on deserted rural roads when he dreamt up a country album. The result is The Whitlams Black Stump debut Kookaburra.
Southeastern Australia swelters as temp records tumble
An autumn heatwave in southeastern Australia has smashed records for March with extreme temperatures continuing this week in NSW , Tasmania, SA and Victoria.
Fraudster Melissa Caddick’s penthouse finally sells
A luxury penthouse apartment formerly owned by Sydney conwoman Melissa Caddick, 49, has been sold for an undisclosed sum with settlement expected next month.
‘Terrible dilemma’ led officer to shoot woman dead
A police officer shot dead a woman in her mid-20s in Melbourne's northeast after she was found stabbing her mother.
Tasmanian Labor ‘naive’ about stadium: former leader
Tasmanian Labor, aiming to end a decade in opposition at the March 23 election, is naive to think it can renegotiate the state's AFL deal, a former leader says.
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Fatal flaws: grim warnings about fire ant program
An inquiry aired serious concerns about efforts to eradicate fire ants - a hyper-aggressive super pest that could change what it's like to live in Australia.
Brad Cox keeping it down home as he hits the road solo
Country music star Brad Cox learnt about having a yarn from the best: Australian farmers. Now he's taking those stories to the stage on a solo regional tour.
Rental affordability rate drops to lowest level
A new report has shown the affordability of rental properties for those on median incomes has fallen to the worst level since records began.
Heartache as search for Ballarat mum’s body continues
Mourners gathered in Ballarat to pay tribute to local mum Samantha Murphy after a man was charged with murder earlier this week. Her body is yet to be found.
Woman pinned to wall by bus in ‘devastating’ incident
A woman has died after being pinned to a wall by a bus in central Brisbane.
Matt Wright co-accused convicted for destroying phone
Michael Burbidge has been fined for destroying a phone after the chopper crash that killed Chris Wilson, who appeared with him on the Outback Wrangler series.
Takeaway gunman jailed over sweet and sour pork gripe
Takeaway shop customer David Shinner, 62, has been sentenced to jail after pulling a gun on the owners because his sweet and sour pork was rock hard and burnt.
Heavy electric trucks cleared to drive in another state
Queensland is the latest state to allow electric trucks on some roads in a change that will pave the way for the low-emission vehicles to be made locally.
Toyota strikes back at main rival with sporty new HiLux
Where else but the Dakar Rally would you go to prove your off-road capability. Toyota's new 4X4 flagship takes things in its stride.
Reds to work with young gun after anti-pride comments
Teenaged forward Musa Toure made a mistake with his social media comments dismissing the A-Leagues' pride round, Adelaide United coach Carl Veart says.
Australian shares rally to reach another all-time high
The ASX200 rose 1.1 per cent to finish above 7,800 for the first time after more talk of rate cuts as soon as June in the US and Europe.
Mass coral bleaching occurring on most of barrier reef
Climate change is driving another mass coral bleaching event on the Great Barrier Reef - the fifth in eight years.
Mining magnate Gutnick banned from managing businesses
Former Melbourne Demons president "Diamond" Joe Gutnick has been disqualified from managing corporations for his involvement in three failed companies.
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Second electric vehicle brand slams automotive body
Another electric car maker has resigned from Australia's peak automotive industry group amid accusations it "cherry-picked" data to mislead consumers.