Sisters hope to put trauma behind them as abuser jailed
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish principal Malka Leifer has been jailed 15 years for sexually abusing two Melbourne sisters when they were students between 2004 and 2007.
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Company profits raise concerns over living costs
Hefty profits reported this week by a trio of major Australian companies, including Qantas, are feeding into public debate about the rising cost of living.
Qantas soars to $2.5b profit, plans share buyback
Qantas has posted its first full-year profit after incurring $7 billion in losses during the pandemic, and has ordered two dozen new Boeing and Airbus aircraft.
Nine cops 38 per cent profit hit as ad revenue slips
Profits at media company Nine Entertainment have dropped after a record result the year prior as the industry battles declining ad revenue and the threat of AI.
New top cop, review after ‘tumultuous’ years for NT
The NT hopes to draw a line in the sand after three tough years for police, with a new chief and a comprehensive review of the force.
New home sales soar in SA after stamp duty cut
South Australia has welcomed a big jump in sales of new houses last month on the back of a $30,000 cut in stamp duty for first-home buyers.
Ageing population, climate to change face of economy
Australians 40 years from now will live longer and have fewer children while the country's economy becomes greener, a landmark reports shows.
Bill to shift Mardi Gras home from ‘laggard to leader’
The champion of significantly LGBTQI-friendly reforms has sought to allay fears from religious communities about restrictions on preaching and prayer.
Australian shares on track for third day of gains
The ASX was up 0.2 per cent at midday, with strong gains for tech stocks after Nvidia posted a "jaw-dropping" earnings beat.
Sisters validated after ultra-Orthodox abuser jailed
Sisters sexually abused and groomed by their former ultra-Orthodox Jewish principal Malka Leifer felt validated as a judge jailed her for 15 years.
Tiny free-loading bat strikes gold with Aussie voters
A poll conducted by COSMOS magazine has named the rare and tiny golden-tipped bat Australia's mammal of the year.
Ardent settles shareholder suit over Dreamworld tragedy
Dreamworld's parent company has settled a shareholder lawsuit that claimed losses following the deadly accident at the Gold Coast theme park in 2016.
Andrews, Plibersek silent on Vic Murray-Darling snub
Victoria's refusal to sign up to the new Murray-Darling Basin plan has set the scene for an awkward joint press conference between two Labor governments.
Special ICAC powers for Nassif probe could be revoked
The NSW corruption watchdog has been given permission to use potentially illegal recordings in its investigation of allegations tied to developer Jean Nassif.
Judge urges mediation in Reynolds’ defamation cases
A judge has urged for Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds' defamation cases against Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz to go to mediation amid mental health concerns.
Aust shares climb for third day as sentiment rebounds
The ASX has finished up 0.5 per cent, with more strong gains for tech stocks after Nvidia posted a "jaw-dropping" earnings beat.
CBA sees electric vehicle loans more than triple
Electric car loans are at an all-time high, with one major bank reporting a 235 per cent increase in low-emission vehicles during the last financial year.
Landmark report puts climate at centre of economy
Climate change and the transition to a net-zero economy lies at the heart of the Intergenerational Report released by the Albanese government.
Discarded batteries pose risk in looming fire season
Authorities are keeping tabs on risks posed by lithium-ion batteries as Australia braces for its worst bushfire season since the Black Summer blazes.
Qantas should not pay back pandemic money: Chalmers
Despite Qantas posting a record profit, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the airline should not have to pay back money it received during the height of the pandemic.
Electoral watchdog clarifies referendum legal advice
The electoral commission says legal advice is clear that writing 'yes' and 'no' or providing a tick, but not a cross, are valid means of voting in a referendum.
Lithium leader Pilbara posts electrifying $2.4b profit
Pilbara Minerals reports a 326 per cent surge in net profit to $2.4 billion as the world rapidly electrifies and demands a secure supply of sustainable lithium.
Kmart sales up as cost-conscious shoppers hunt bargains
Record annual earnings at Kmart have helped propel Wesfarmers to a $2.5 billion full-year profit, as consumers become more cost-conscious.
Dreamworld owner Ardent back to profit after bumpy ride
Theme park operator Ardent Leisure has marked its recovery from a fatal accident at Dreamworld and COVID-19 with its first full-year profit since 2016.
Australia’s nervous watch for any great fall of China
Mounting economic headwinds in China, where growth is slowing, will have major ramifications for Australia, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned.
Catholic Church can be sued by Pell accuser’s family
The Catholic Church has lost its challenge over a ruling opening it to liability for damages in a claim brought by the father of an alleged sexual abuse victim.
O’Keefe on ‘sincere endeavour’ to be clean after arrest
Ex-TV personality Andrew O'Keefe has been released from jail after receiving another chance from a magistrate for knowingly breaching a court order.
Australia must enshrine fed human rights act: advocates
Australia remains an outlier on the international stage without a federal human rights act, several refugee advocates told an inquiry.
More varroa mite hive infestations found in NSW
New infestations of varroa mite in the Riverina and Sunraysia regions of NSW have prompted an emergency order barring beehive movements in the affected zones.
Genesis sets a cracking pace as it gets fully charged
Korean luxury brand Genesis is keeping its pedal to the metal as it pumps out new and interesting models.
‘Overwhelming’ support for law to boost electric cars
Motorists want action to bring more electric cars to Australia, a consultation shows, but a battle is brewing over how fast changes happen.