Super talent Barty destined for greatness
Ash Barty may become the first local Australian Open winner in 44 years but, whatever sport she turned to, the super talent was always destined for greatness.
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Govt allocates $50m to help protect koalas
The federal government is spending another $50 million over four years aimed at helping to protect Australia's dwindling koala population.
Capital city house price boom set to fade
While runaway capital city house price growth is expected to simmer this year, research indicates it may still reach 10 per cent Australia-wide.
Teens set for boosters as schools return
Australian children aged 16 and 17 could become eligible to receive COVID-19 booster shots as early as this coming week as schools go back.
Aussie tennis seeks ‘Super Saturday’ glory
An all-Australian men's doubles final will lead into Ash Barty's shot at history in an landmark day for local talent at the Australian Open.
Beijing stadium an Aussie Olympic victory
The winning Australian firm that designed China's only permanent venue built for the Winter Games says its look was inspired by a traditional Beijing ice game.
‘Insanely crazy’ Medvedev work in progress
Russian world No.2 Daniil Medvedev wasn't making excuses for his theatrics after a dramatic Australian Open semi-final win on Friday night.
Retiring Berisha saluted by A-League Men
The A-League Men says it salutes the achievements of Besart Berisha, the all-time top scorer who's just announced his retirement from the game.
Heavy rain and wind strike Melbourne
Melburnians braced for heavy rain, damaging winds and flash flooding as storms moved over the city.
House fire probe ‘complex’: Qld police
The post-mortem results of a couple found dead after a house fire south of Brisbane show "evidence of violence" as police continue a complex investigation.
Genesis GV70 entices drivers out of bed
Korean luxury marque Genesis has straddled the line between looks and price with its new mid-sized SUV, the GV70.
Supplies cut as SA braces for more floods
South Australian authorities are bracing for more floods across the state's north after recent heavy rains cut road and rail lines to WA and the NT.
Questions about timing of reef funding
The Great Barrier Reef will receive another $1 billion following Australia's successful bid to delay a decision about listing it as "in danger".
New interim Qld crime and corruption boss
Bruce Barbour has been named Queensland's acting Crime and Corruption Commission boss, days after the resignation of Alan MacSporran.
Prison west of Brisbane in lockdown
Borallon Training and Correctional Centre west of Brisbane is in lockdown as tactical response officers and the dog squad respond to an incident.
Australia records deadliest pandemic day
There were 98 COVID-19 deaths across the country on Friday, a new one-day record since the pandemic began.
Cop’s threat to ‘blow lid’ on firebombing
A ministerial aide spoke to senior officers after a cop warned he would "blow the lid" on the 1973 attack on a Brisbane nightclub, an inquest has been told.
Qld records 18 virus deaths, 9974 cases
Queensland has recorded another 18 deaths and 9974 COVID-19 cases, on the two-year anniversary of the state's first virus case.
International tourists back by Easter: PM
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said international tourists could be allowed to return to Australia before Easter, once Omicron cases drop.
Lofty petrol prices tipped to move higher
Motorists cringing at the price of petrol should brace for more financial pain as tension in Europe and a recovering economy send oil prices higher.
Qld cop to face trial over tip-off claim
A detective who allegedly passed on sensitive information about a counter-terrorism raid has been committed to stand trial in a Brisbane court.
Teen booster approved amid slow jab uptake
As Australia recorded its deadliest day of the pandemic, the medical regulator granted approval for COVID boosters for teenagers.
Calls grow for Qld govt corruption probe
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is being urged to call a probe into government integrity after a series of high-profile resignations and allegations.
Baynes wants NBA return after mystery fall
Boomers big man Aron Baynes says he is prepared for the "long road back" to the NBA as he continues his recovery from a mysterious fall at the Tokyo Olympics.
New reef funding ‘backs in’ scientists: PM
The Great Barrier Reef will receive another $1 billion following Australia's successful bid to delay a decision about listing it as "in danger".
COVID cases set to spike as schools return
States and territories expect COVID-19 infection tallies to jump as school resumes as they continue awaiting advice about the definition of full vaccination.
Qld crossbenchers back integrity probe
Katter's Australian Party and Greens MPs have backed the integrity commissioner's calls for a formal probe into a Public Service Commission raid on her office.
Ant invaders wage war on Aussie lizards
Yellow crazy ants can have a devastating effect on native skinks and scientists fear some of Australia's tiniest, most endangered frogs could be next.
NRL refers abuse of Addo-Carr to police
The NRL has commended Josh Addo-Carr for highlighting racial abuse he received on social media and has referred the matter to police.
Barry Gibb honoured in Order of Australia
The last surviving Bee Gees member has been named an honorary Companion of the Order of Australia for his musical achievements and philanthropy.
Raiders’ NRL duo remain unvaccinated
Canberra Raiders chief executive Don Furner says two players are still refusing vaccinations, risking missing matches throughout the new NRL season.