Labor legend Hayden’s journey from battler to viceroy
Bill Hayden overcame a tough childhood and personal tragedy to hold some of Australia's most important positions.
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PMs pay tribute to ‘architect of Medicare’ Bill Hayden
Bill Hayden, who served as a minister under Gough Whitlam and Bob Hawke before becoming Australia's 21st governor-general, has died at the age of 90.
Indigenous leaders break silence after voice defeat
Aboriginal leaders say the voice referendum defeat represents an attempt to silence Indigenous people, but they will continue to fight for their rights.
Third man charged over nightclub stabbing
A 21-year-old man is the latest to be charged after two men were stabbed outside a nightclub.
PM Albanese set for White House talks with Biden
Anthony Albanese will make an official visit to the US capital next week for talks on climate, jobs and global security with President Joe Biden.
PM asked to intervene in pilot’s ‘unbelievable’ case
The wife of a country NSW man facing extradition for training Chinese pilots has urged Anthony Albanese to raise the case with Joe Biden when the leaders meet.
‘Hearts broken’: memorial honours victims of bus crash
Victims, survivors and first responders have been honoured at a public memorial in Singleton for those killed in the Hunter Valley bus crash.
‘On the side of humanity’: Palestinian supporters march
Thousands of people have attended a pro-Palestine rally in Sydney urging the federal government to push for an immediate ceasefire on Gaza.
Opera House anniversary hits high note with laser show
A weekend of celebration marks 50 years since the Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth in 1973.
Fresher fruit and veg on the way to SA shelves
A new biosecurity facility will help tackle fruit fly outbreaks and shorten the time it takes for produce to get to grocery aisles in South Australia.
Port of Darwin lease won’t be cancelled after review
A controversial 99-year lease held by a Chinese company on the Port of Darwin won't be cancelled or varied, following a federal government review.
Teen accused of leading drug container-breaking gang
Five men have been charged in Sydney after $105 million worth of cocaine was found hidden in legitimately imported shipping containers.
‘Concessions on both sides’ for EU trade deal
Belgium's ambassador to Australia is optimistic a free trade deal between Australia and the European Union will be signed by the end of this year.
Arson probe after blaze at gym with bikie links
A police chemist is investigating the cause of a blaze that badly damaged a gym with alleged bikie links in Melbourne's north.
Order of Australia recipient not guilty of stealth-rape
A Victorian jury has found a Sydney dermatologist not guilty of raping another man in a Melbourne home.
Voters want to close Indigenous gap, despite lost voice
While Australians rejected a proposal for an Indigenous voice, the prime minister says voters still want the lives of First Nations people to improve.
Melbourne grandmother stuck in Gaza, husband slams DFAT
The husband of a Melbourne woman trapped in Gaza has accused the federal government of being too slow in its repatriation efforts and sending mixed messages.
Man cleared of boarding house deaths due to illness
A man who was led by a psychotic episode to start a fire that claimed three lives at a Sydney boarding house has been cleared of criminal responsibility.
Seven homes lost in northern NSW bushfire
A fire on the NSW mid-north coast that claimed the life of a man defending his property has also destroyed several other houses.
Torres Strait artist brings Charm to National Gallery
Janet Fieldhouse is the first Torres Strait Islander artist to unveil a commission in the NGA's sculpture garden, and the process has been career-changing.
Almost 100 people land in Dubai from Israel
Australians have landed in Dubai after another government assisted flight left Israel, as the government continues to help get people out.
‘My son’s no spy’: mum defends man still in custody
The mother of a man charged with reckless foreign interference has criticised delays in his prosecution as a magistrate again denies his release on bail.
Audi’s incredible hulk takes the top perch
Forget saloons and limousines, it's the era of the SUV and Audi's Q8 is clearly labelled as the marque's latest flagship.
Crew awarded for record-breaking marine rescue mission
The officers involved in Australia's longest-ever offshore rescue mission have been formally recognised for bravery after battling 8m seas in darkness.
Government united in Middle East conflict stance: PM
The prime minister has confirmed he won't be visiting Israel during his time overseas after Joe Biden and Rushi Sunak rushed to the Middle East this week.
Australia remains wishlist for Amazon drone deliveries
The online retail giant is ramping up its drone delivery program but plans to fly and land goods in Aussie backyards is still a way off.
‘Disturbing’ lockdown trend at youth detention centre
Tasmania's custodial inspector has a described disturbing and unprecedented lockdowns at the state youth detention facility.
Wilkinson sues Ten for Lehrmann defamation suit costs
TV presenter Lisa Wilkinson claims Network Ten has refused to pay her legal bill of over $723,000 as she defends a defamation case by Bruce Lehrmann.
Jewish leaders call for unity on Hamas hostage release
Jewish leaders are urging the Australian government to continue to advocate for the release of hundreds of people being held hostage in Gaza.
Former ‘first bloke’ convicted of sexual assault
Tim Mathieson, the ex-partner of former prime minister Julia Gillard, has been convicted and fined $7000 after he sexually assaulted a friend.
Qantas gives up on acquiring Alliance Aviation
Qantas has thrown in the towel on its attempt to buy charter operator Alliance Aviation after the deal was opposed by the ACCC.