Flat out: even geckos cook in warming climate
Two reptiles confined to one of the hottest parts of the country are threatened with extinction by global warming.
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‘Meet common danger’: Australia, Fiji seal new alliance
Fiji has become Australia's newest ally under a mutual defence pact that leaves the door open to including other Pacific nations as China jostles for influence.
Right-wing rivals locked in ‘race to the bottom’: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a broad swipe at right-wing rivals, telling the Labor Party faithful they are only interested in airing grievances.
Home building data, RBA speech top the economic agenda
The time to build a new home in Australia has fallen by 10 per cent in two years but the country is still falling behind the pace on its 1.2 million target.
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Trump dials up patriotism at America’s ‘joyous’ 250th
President Donald Trump has told Americans "we will always be the best" in a partisan and patriotic speech marking the 250th anniversary of US independence.
Dear Diary: ministers hiding the business of government
The federal government has been urged to join most states in adopting a proactive ministerial diary-disclosure regime, so citizens know who they are meeting.
Swift wedding guests reveal ‘moving’ ceremony details
Details of a secretive wedding ceremony involving Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have emerged from guests who attended the event.
Young Archie champs crowned, honouring someone special
An inventive self-portrait and artworks honouring fathers and a cousin are the chosen winners of one of Australia's most prestigious children's art prizes.
‘Pure elation’: Aussie IVF innovation sparks baby joy
Australian scientists have achieved the first pregnancies using a trail-blazing 3D-printed IVF device smaller than the width of a human hair.
Albanese touches down in Fiji ahead of new Pacific deal
The prime minister has reached the first stop of his Pacific tour, receiving a warm welcome in Fiji after arriving to ink a major security deal.
Reef dodges ‘in danger’ World Heritage listing again
United Nations' concern over the water quality on the Great Barrier Reef has triggered a call for action from environmentalists.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce say I do in New York
Its been confirmed that US superstars Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are now a married couple, with celebrations underway in New York.
Socceroos fans downhearted but well behaved, say police
Australia has been knocked out of the soccer World Cup after a tense shootout with Egypt, but local fans have accepted the disappointment without incident.
Precautions urged as sixth bird flu case confirmed
Australia's sixth bird flu case has been confirmed as the nation's top veterinarian issued advice to keep free-range hens housed, where practical.
‘Distraught’: Wrangler trial secret recordings released
Secret recordings that were key to Matt Wright's trial have been released, revealing the Outback Wrangler's differing accounts after a fatal chopper crash.
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‘Turning point’: one in five new cars sold is electric
Australians are buying a record number of new vehicles, and battery-powered models make up more of those cars than ever before.
Lehrmann-linked TV producer sues second media giant
A former TV network staffer who rose to prominence during Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case has launched legal proceedings against a media company.
Youth justice experts decry kids’ medieval punishments
The state of youth justice has been laid bare to a Senate inquiry, with allegations of human rights violations and Middle Ages-style approaches.
Nicky Winmar’s statue to go after assault conviction
A statue depicting former St Kilda footballer Nicky Winmar's most famous moment will be removed after he was found guilty of a brutal attack on a woman.
Wider spread fears as bird flu emerges in third state
A deadly strain of avian flu detected for the first time in NSW has prompted authorities to ramp up surveillance and industry containment measures.
PM ‘not against’ a punt as he defends gambling reforms
Proposed gambling ad reforms go beyond some recommendations made in a Labor-led report that urged a total ban, the prime minister says.
Taylor Swift wedding celebration to light up New York
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story will begin a new chapter with the mother of all wedding celebrations at Madison Square Garden in New York.
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‘Don’t use the lights’: data centre boom sparks warning
Australia needs strict rules to govern data centre energy use amid reports US schools are being forced to switch off their lights to save power.
Lifeline for Liberal MP as decision on future postponed
A state Liberal MP will stay in the party for at least two weeks after the party agreed not to immediately disendorse her over an unsubstantiated assault claim.
‘Redeemed’ IS rocket designer says he’s not a danger
An electrician jailed for designing rockets for terrorists says he should be free to live unsupervised in a rural town after a lengthy deradicalisation journey.
‘Depraved’ childcare worker, ex-cop gets long jail term
The "dual life" of a childcare worker who sexually exploited kids and produced child abuse material has been revealed, as he learns his fate in court.
Real estate giants clash in court over marketing claims
Australia's two largest online real estate listing platforms are facing off in court after accusing each other of making misleading claims.
Hopes for national gun buyback fade as deadline expires
National firearms reforms are drifting off target after a deadline for states and territories to sign up for an Australia-wide buyback lapsed.
Struggling Liberals seek reboot in winter of discontent
Down in the polls, Liberal leader Angus Taylor will look to reconnect with voters through a blitz of marginal seats as parliament rises for its winter break.
Trump policies blamed for online ‘fermentation of hate’
Australia's eSafety commissioner has blamed the Trump administration in part for fermenting "caustic" online hate speech which is hard to police.
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Supermarket charges ahead with electric truck rollout
Groceries delivered by a major Australian supermarket could arrive quietly after a $22 million investment in next-generation trucks.