Wong sounds alarm over civilian deaths and ‘just’ peace
Penny Wong has shared Australia's concerns about the "dire" humanitarian situation in Gaza and the rising number of Palestinians being killed.
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Tattoo clue for mystery man in decades-old cold case
Police hope a new computer image will end a global search to identify an unidentified man struck and killed by a train in Sydney more than four decades ago.
China chastises Australia for Taiwan election support
The Chinese ambassador is seeking to meet with Australian officials to raise objections to statements of support for Taiwan's democratic election.
First vaccine approved for infectious respiratory virus
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has for the first time approved a vaccine against the highly contagious respiratory syncytial virus.
Education expenses and fees leave parents floundering
Parents are concerned their children may have to go without essential school supplies as expenses skyrocket ahead of the 2024 school year.
Planes crashed mid-air after unplanned manoeuvre
A plane nose dived into Port Phillip Bay, killing the two men aboard, after it hit another aircraft trying to do an inverted manoeuvre.
Bespoke accommodation for 12-year-old accused murderer
Bespoke accommodation with perimeter fencing is being fixed up to house a 12-year-old girl accused of stabbing a woman to death inside a former Melbourne hotel.
‘Disinformation takeover’ a source of worry as AI grows
Voluntary regulations for AI are on the cards as concerns mount about the emerging technology's impact on jobs, copyright and disinformation.
‘Trust and transparency’ critical for growing AI sector
The federal government is considering mandatory safeguards for the use of artificial intelligence in high-risk settings.
Indigenous groups and gas giants promised clearer rules
A failed legal bid to stop the construction of an underwater gas pipeline has sparked a promise for clearer rules around consultations with traditional owners.
Woman dumped dismembered partner in bin, court told
Sheree Glastonbury broke down in court as a prosecutor described her murdering her partner, dismembering his body and dumping his torso in a wheelie bin.
‘Missed opportunities’ in Aboriginal death in custody
The death of an Indigenous father in custody in the Northern Territory may have been avoided if he had received better healthcare.
Watchdog might buy into claims on supermarket specials
Allegations of false or misleading "was/now" specials advertised by supermarkets are being considered by the consumer watchdog.
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Energy upgrades to ease hard decisions for renters
Amid "horror stories" from low-income households battling rising living costs, $206m will be spent to cut energy bills and open the door to solar power.
Pill testing might have stopped festival deaths: study
The rollout of pill-testing services has been thrown back into the spotlight after research highlighted a series of potentially preventable deaths at festivals.
Loggers assaulted environmentalists in NSW forest
Environmentalists who were attacked by logging contractors in a NSW forest say police and the government-owned Forestry Corporation have questions to answer.
Aussie Sarah Snook wins as Succession dominates Emmys
Succession has picked up six Emmy awards, including the trophy for best actress in a drama series which went to Australia's Sarah Snook.
Dallas Hayden dies months after Labor leader spouse
The wife of former governor-general Bill Hayden has died at age 87, three months after her Labor leader husband.
Crafty fire ants use floodwaters to hitch a ride
A deadly pest is on the move after heavy rain, sparking a warning for south east Queensland and northern NSW residents to be on the look out for fire ants.
Albanese urges ‘good faith’ talks to end port dispute
A dispute between workers and Australia's second largest port operator is costing the economy millions of dollars as Anthony Albanese urges "good faith" talks.
Top-selling Tesla misses safety mark in Australia
The second most popular electric car sold in Australia could face a recall after it failed to secure a five-star safety rating.
Endangered ancient fish die in captive breeding program
Scientists fighting to save Tasmania's ancient Maugean skate from extinction say some have died in a captive breeding program.
MPs blamed for stoking culture war over Australia Day
Politicians are leading the public conversation on Australia Day even when their views don't always reflect their communities, an expert says.
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Electric car charging stations tipped to double again
Another 900 electric car-charging locations are tipped to appear in Australia during 2024 to encourage motorists to adopt low-emission transport.
Jetsetters and shoppers spend big as confidence returns
Australians are spending more on travel, insurance and online shopping as inflation reached its lowest levels since January 2022.
More cyclone threats emerge for northern Australia
A tropical cyclone is set to head towards Australian waters while another may soon form off Queensland's coast as rain continues to hit flood-ravaged regions.
Humanitarian aid boost for Middle East unveiled
Penny Wong has pledged a further $21.5 million in humanitarian aid for the Middle East, following the first stop on her trip to the region.
More homes destroyed as hot winds fan bushfire threat
Unfavourable conditions are threatening containment lines after firefighters contained bushfires that have destroyed two homes north of Perth.
Doors open to housing fund as renters fall behind
A landmark government housing fund has opened its doors to developers as new data shows rental prices grew faster than home values for a second year running.
PM confirms contentious stage three tax cuts to stay
Aussies earning high incomes will still get their tax cuts amid a cost-of-living crisis, as the government considers how to provide further relief for people.
Croc attack leaves nine-year-old in critical condition
A child was airlifted to hospital in a critical condition after being bitten by a crocodile in a remote area of the Northern Territory.