Terrorist set for release after citizenship restored
Convicted terrorist Abdul Nacer Benbrika is expected to be released into the community after he won a High Court case to restore his Australian citizenship.
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Youth placed in spit hood, isolated in Victorian prison
The use of spit hoods on children in Victorian adult prisons will be banned after one was placed on a youth despite him never spitting at staff.
Charges against NRL stars Latrell, Wighton thrown out
NRL stars Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have beaten charges of fighting outside a Canberra nightclub and are now considering suing the police.
Search postponed for man killed by shark off SA coast
No trace has been found of man who was likely attacked and killed by a 4.2 metre great white shark while surfing off South Australia's Eyre Peninsula.
The city exodus continues two years after lockdowns
The rate of people moving from the cities to the regions continues to exceed pre-pandemic levels, showing the escape to the country is no short-lived trend.
‘Shorts and t-shirt’ gallery among architecture winners
Public art galleries in Rockhampton and Sydney are among the winners at the 2023 National Architecture Awards.
The race to the regions is no short-term trend: report
Sydney continues to lose the most residents to the Australian countryside, as young city slickers seek a slower pace and greater affordability.
Housing rebound eyes new mark but rates threat looms
National home prices are about to hit a fresh peak in October, though the pace of growth is starting to slow.
Homes, livestock destroyed after ‘dreadful’ fire in NSW
Large amounts of land and livestock has been lost and some homes destroyed by multiple bushfires around the historic NSW township of Tenterfield.
Cop who cuffed ‘crying’ Latrell Mitchell back in court
Star rugby league duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are due for a third day in court over an incident outside a Canberra nightclub.
Jailed Aussie academic on PM’s radar for China trip
The sons of an Australian man jailed in China have heard from the prime minister after urging him to pressure Beijing for their father's release.
Albanese, Netanyahu talk, refugee air strike condemned
Anthony Albanese has spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the first time since the Middle Eastern conflict intensified.
Australian shares suffer worst month since Sept 2022
The local share market finished October down 3.8 per cent, its third straight month of losses and worst monthly performance in more than a year.
Alcohol and racism fuelling ‘shocking’ NT violence
The Northern Territory's long-running coronial inquiry into domestic violence has resumed with experts desperately calling for funding.
Law reforms rob serial killer of any hope of freedom
Victoria has backflipped on its opposition to naming serial killer Paul Denyer in sweeping parole law reforms to be introduced to parliament.
Former footy club president denies knowing about abuse
Peter Gordon has claimed he was never told a former Footscray Football Club volunteer abused a 12-year-old boy at the club's oval.
Vic election body at its limit, push for new laws
New laws over postal vote applications and behaviour at polling booths are among key changes on the Victorian Electoral Commission's wishlist.
Pay for trainee NSW cops to fight off interstate offers
Student police officers will be paid while undertaking their training in a bid to boost the number of recruits and relieve workforce pressures.
RBA warns of looming financial stability risks
Australia faces a number of emerging risks to financial stability that look quite different to those of recent decades, RBA assistant governor Brad Jones says.
Lobbying regime to be beefed up after corruption probe
The Victorian government has committed to updating lobbying rules and codes of conduct in response to a $1.2 million contract scandal.
Higher labour hire pay threatens viability: Qantas, BHP
Unions and major companies are going head to head over proposed labour hire laws, with the latter arguing higher pay rates will threaten business viability.
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High-purity silicon from Townsville to power the world
Silicon for solar panels and batteries will be part of a green precinct for high-tech manufacturing to kickstart new supply chains and end China's dominance.
Widespread floods exposed insurance industry failings
A review of the response by insurers into the widespread and catastrophic flooding on the nation's east coast has found multiple weaknesses in the industry.
Toyota, Hyundai team to drive faster hydrogen rollout
Major car brands and energy companies have partnered to develop hydrogen refuelling stations for the nation's capital in a bid to boost next-gen vehicles.
Wild winds leave homes without power, airport delays
Emergency services were left to clean up in the morning after powerful overnight winds downed trees and power lines across western Sydney.
Ex-premier’s action cited to defend alleged Nazi salute
A lawyer for one of three men accused of performing Nazi salutes says that unlike former premier Dominic Perrottet his client didn't wear a uniform.
Thrill of the grill as NSW barbecue competitions sizzle
Three Queensland mates known as the Beefy Brothers are on a meaty pilgrimage through regional NSW, taking on two barbecue competitions.
Santos permitted to start works on Barossa pipeline
Santos is allowed to begin laying a pipeline near the Tiwi islands but could be swiftly blocked by a successful federal court challenge by a traditional owner.
Explosives, homes under threat as fire rages in NSW
A town of 4000 residents has become the epicentre of NSW's firefighting efforts after seven blazes ignited to its north, west and south.
PM talks up trade breakthrough ahead of China trip
With removing trade blockages high on the agenda, Anthony Albanese says he won't avoid the difficult questions when he meets with China's president.
Interest-free loans to power up demand for clean energy
Interest-free loans on solar panels and batteries will be offered by one major bank in a bid to make renewable energy affordable to more households.