Labor vows to fight hard after massive WA election win
Federal Labor is eyeing off more seats in Western Australia and has pledged to fight hard to win them after Premier Roger Cook secured a landslide victory.
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More hazardous, more rain: cyclones in a warming world
There's more to learn about Alfred's relationship to climate change but studies suggest cyclones are bringing more rain and doing more damage than in the past.
‘Insurance catastrophe’ declared, 3000 claims so far
Thousands of insurance claims have been made during ex-tropical cyclone Alfred's assault but its still early to estimate the total damage bill.
‘I’ll never forgive’: survivor, as boys’ killer jailed
A large sentence discount has been awarded to a man behind the deaths of two young brothers, found in a crumpled car still dressed in their school uniforms.
Home approvals rise as Australia’s economy turns corner
Promising housing data and a return to growth in real household incomes augur well for the Australian economy in 2025.
‘No safe space’: racist incidents called out in report
Instances of racism are most commonly occurring online, according to a report, but its authors say there's 'no safe space' to avoid abuse.
Rich getting richer: wealth divide hits record high
Australia's wealth divide reached its worst level in more than two decades, after excluding a temporary narrowing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sisters take front row seats as cyclone approaches
Two sisters have taken very different approaches to preparing for a looming cyclone but have still made the perfect pair as they enjoy a "front row seat".
Animal welfare probe after live salmon sealed in bins
Footage from an aquaculture farm in southern Tasmania has shown live salmon being sealed in bins amid mass fish deaths in the region.
ASX plumbs new low for the year in third straight fall
Australian shares have continued their downward trajectory as US protectionism escalates global tensions and drives market uncertainty.
Firm engineers flood fortress to avoid third drenching
A business has taken no chances trying to avoid another flood, gluing tarps to windows and even sealing toilets as Cyclone Alfred looms.
Western Australian ALP eyes win, but may shed 11 seats
Despite two polls predicting WA Labor will win a third term in office, Premier Roger Cook says he's not taking victory for granted and the party remains humble.
Airport security probed after boy’s alleged bomb threat
Security at a major regional airport has been questioned after a teen allegedly tried to bring a gun onto a flight and claimed there was a bomb in his bag.
Growers move stock higher, bracing for Cyclone Alfred
Growers have been moving their stock and machinery to higher ground to prepare for Cyclone Alfred, as heavy rain floods paddocks and cuts off rural roads.
‘Unprecedented’: thousands of tonnes of dead salmon
Mass fish farm deaths caused by bacteria and warmer waters have resulted in more than 5500 tonnes of salmon being dumped at waste facilities.
Locals not waiting for cyclonic rain to flee floods
Facing the prospect of another catastrophic flood, many residents did not need to be told to leave, as people prepare for a looming cyclone, and its aftermath.
‘I’ve got bombs in my bag’: teen’s alleged plane threat
A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court after being charged following a shocking incident at one of Australia's major regional airports.
Rescued rower ‘in awe’ after emotional return to land
An audacious naval rescue mission in cyclonic conditions has ended with a happy family reunion for a Lithuanian rower, who feared he would die at sea.
‘Sick of waiting’: community relaxed before cyclone
It was hard to imagine a tropical cyclone was approaching after people at a coastal community walked their dogs, played in the park and even went to the movies.
Political truth laws get tick, AI threat to poll pruned
Labor is being criticised for being hypocritical over truth in political advertising laws, after supporting the action despite icing progress on the reform.
Family’s enduring grief as ‘coward’ killers jailed
A judge has called two brothers cowards as he jailed them for the murder of Alier Riak, who died while celebrating his 23rd birthday.
Australian shares plummet to six-month low
The Australian share market has fallen to its lowest level since towards the end of 2024 as uncertainty over global trade sends investors ducking for cover.
Labor gain third term as Libs fall flat at poll
Premier Roger Cook will govern in his own right after leading Labor to a third term, with the Liberals failing to make a significant dent in its vote.
Cops failed to act above the line with data, phone taps
A scathing ombudsman's review of police surveillance powers found state forces lacking in how they secretly accessed telecommunications data.
Labor set for budget boost thanks to higher tax take
Australia's bottom line will be $11 billion better off, if the government releases a budget before the election, a leading economist predicts.
Dozens injured after army trucks crash in flood zone
Dozens of army crew have been rushed to hospital after two trucks collided while on the ground to respond to rising floodwaters following a tropical cyclone.
Cheaper but smarter: smartphones target budget buyers
Three smartphone makers are launching cut-price versions of their flagship devices but experts say their biggest battle might be over AI features.
Body of missing man found in floodwaters
The body of a man who went missing in floodwaters has been found as a state endures more dangerous weather from ex-tropical cyclone Alfred.
Mosque unveiling tainted by alleged massacre taunt
A teen has been charged after allegedly threatening to "Christchurch 2.0" a mosque as worshippers gather for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
Wilkinson drags Higgins Logies speech back to spotlight
Veteran broadcaster Lisa Wilkinson is challenging a finding that she acted improperly when making a trial-delaying speech about Brittany Higgins' alleged rape.
New vehicle sales stuck in slow lane, even popular SUVs
Hybrids are among few vehicles to withstand a continuing slowdown in new vehicles sales, with one model racing into the top ten.