Some student debtors to be allowed bigger home loans
Home values have surged as the multi-trillion dollar market continues to grow, with banks adjusting student debt calculations to help borrowers keep up.
national news
Thirsty nuclear plants ‘could suck water from farmers’
Farmers and businesses may be forced to surrender gigalitres of water to fuel proposed nuclear power stations due to their inland locations, a report claims.
Safety protocols failed before deadly Sea World crash
A catastrophic mid-air collision between two helicopters was "entirely preventable", investigators say, as victims of the crash seek compensation.
Aussies worry about harmful deepfakes but share anyway
Most Australian voters say they are seeing more political deepfakes online and want regulation, but some share suspect content without checking.
Reality check for reviving dead and dying coral reefs
Expensive and up against climate change, experts say restoration is a drop in the ocean when it comes to protecting coral reefs.
Vow insulation discounts won’t repeat tradie tragedies
A state government has dismissed concerns that discounted home insulation could lead to a repeat of a disastrous program that cost four workers their lives.
Workers win big as US giant grants Star casino’s wish
An international gaming giant has ventured across the world to save the flailing Star casinos after the company came close to entering administration.
Local shares regain ground as wary investors take stock
Australian shares have posted their best daily gain for 2025, stemming losses over three consecutive sessions since the announcement of US tariffs.
Australian, Asian markets slide on Trump tariff chaos
Global equities are selling off after US tariffs came in more hawkish than expected, sending dread through markets and global growth expectations.
Car sales accelerate, with hybrids leading the charge
More drivers are getting behind the wheel of a new car but preferences are changing, with hybrids speeding up and petrol cars slowing down.
Blood discovered in car boot after teen’s mystery death
Police did not seem interested in key evidence after a teenager's body was found on train tracks, forcing family to investigate, an inquest has been told.
Clue in hunt for ‘lowlife’ arsonists over deadly attack
A tip-off to police and a new image of a person of interest could help investigators find those responsible for a firebombing that killed an innocent woman.
Australian shares narrow early losses after Trump dump
The Australian share market has closed lower but recovered from an early bloodbath after worse-than-expected US tariffs spooked investors.
US trade war may force all-out assault with rate cuts
An escalating trade war has slashed the odds of interest rate cuts for Australian mortgage-holders, including a potential mega cut weeks after the election.
Dutton approval rating plunges to worst level since becoming opposition leader
After a week of zipping across the nation in pursuit of votes, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have crossed paths on the campaign trail for the first time.
Freed Mokbel all smiles amid ‘very strong’ appeal case
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel walked out of court to applause, tasting freedom for the first time in 18 years before his long-awaited Lawyer X appeal.
Marine climate projects might do more harm than good
Potential environmental damage from a growing number of marine climate projects should be scrutinised more carefully before approval, a study says.
Footy fans face tighter security after stadium gun find
Checks will be bolstered at AFL games after a "breakdown" in manual safety checks was blamed for two men allegedly bringing guns into the stadium.
Tariff attack sends Aussie shares into $100b retreat
Equity markets are a sea of red following US President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariff announcements and their likely impact on global growth.
Four decades of torment after teen’s train track death
The family of Mark Haines, who was found dead on a rail line 37 years ago, have few answers after a lengthy inquest re-examining his mysterious death.
Super funds hit in co-ordinated lump sum cyber hack
Trillions in superannuation funds have been targeted by hackers, but many funds attacked are reporting no losses as experts call for better security.
Beaches much cleaner as litterbugs get the message
Australian beaches and shorelines are littered with less plastic debris in a sign waste reduction messaging has been cutting through.
Backlash over silence on aid worker mass grave in Gaza
An independent candidate challenging a minister is pointing to Labor's silence on a mass grave found in Gaza as a double standard that ignores injustices.
Port becomes political football but is ‘not for sale’
A major port leased to a Chinese company is in the sights of a takeover as the coalition and Labor flag plans for it to be brought back into Australian hands.
Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in
A review is under way at a major Australian stadium where security is being beefed up after two men allegedly smuggled firearms into a football match.
Tariff risks US market crash for humble Aussie wines
Wine industry figures say the new US tariffs will increase costs throughout the supply chain and risk bulk American wine replacing affordable Australian drops.
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel’s first day outside jail
One of Australia's most notorious criminal kingpins will spend his first full day of freedom in 18 years in a leafy city suburb after being released on bail.
Big Girls Don’t Cry: Black joy celebrated in debut play
Inspired by the playwright's grandmother and aunties, Big Girls Don't Cry explores the power of joy amidst the political movements and racism of the 1960s.
Businesses on the border celebrate daylight savings end
Some businesses operating on the edge of daylight savings states are actually excited to join their neighbours' time zone.
Pledge to public servants as jobs cut fight flares
Thousands of public servants are being promised no major change to employment agreements if the coalition is elected as Labor pledges to keep everything as is.
Cheap batteries pledge powers Labor re-election push
Labor is promising to lower energy bills by shaving 30 per cent off the cost of installing household batteries if voters re-elect the government on May 3.