Apartment complex fire shuts down major Sydney road
It took more than 40 firefighters to control an apartment fire that sent thick black smoke into the sky in Darlinghurst, in inner Sydney.
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Albanese optimistic on voice despite Liberal ‘no’ push
Anthony Albanese is confident the Indigenous voice will pass the referendum despite the opposition's decision to support the 'no' vote.
Easter a celebration of faith, hope and renewal: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led Easter well-wishes, marking Easter Sunday as a celebration of faith, hope and renewal.
Electric vehicles could go further with an AI boost
Software could be the key to addressing range anxiety in electric vehicles, with one company promising artificial intelligence could add 100km to a battery.
‘Easter treat’ as chill brings snow to ski resorts
As Christians gathered to mark the resurrection on Easter Sunday, cooler temperatures swept across the nation with some ski resorts reporting snow.
Dutton says voice will be a ‘new arm of the government’
A voice to parliament will be a new arm of government, cost billions to run and need thousands of new public servants, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says.
Woman charged over fatal Good Friday collision
A woman has been charged over a fatal Good Friday collision while several people remain in a critical condition following a series of serious road accidents.
Former church youth worker charged with abusing teens
A former youth worker has been arrested over allegations he sexually abused two teenagers while in a position of authority in a Perth church.
How autonomous drones could soon take off on the land
Drone companies say autonomous machines could be the next big thing in Australian agriculture, while the appetite among producers is increasing.
Road deaths mar start of Easter long weekend
Several people have died on Australia's roads on Good Friday, marking a devastating start to the Easter long weekend.
Cost-of-living concerns leave their mark on Easter
Sydney's Royal Easter Show hosted the prime minister, while others marked Good Friday with religious services, long weekend feasting or the start of trips away.
AFP investigated over handling of Lehrmann rape case
Australian Federal Police is facing an independent probe due to complaints about its handling of Brittany Higgins' sexual assault allegations.
Success crowds the studio of famed Hermannsburg Potters
The Hermannsburg Potters are some of Australia's most renowned Aboriginal artists but success means their studio is a crowded place to work.
Man shot dead after allegedly stabbing cops
Police have shot and killed a man after he allegedly stabbed two constables during a scuffle in central Newcastle, leaving the officers with serious injuries.
Four dead, one critical after utes crash head on
A collision between two utes near the NSW and ACT border has left four people dead and one in hospital in a critical condition.
Near-finished Porter Davis homes will be completed
Porter Davis liquidators have been working to find solutions for staff and clients since the home building company collapsed a week ago.
Liberals slammed for ‘mean and negative’ voice position
The Liberal Party is being criticised by Labor heavyweights, former Liberal ministers and prominent Indigenous activists over its decision to reject the voice.
Former minister quits Liberals due to voice stance
Ken Wyatt, the first Indigenous person to be Indigenous Australians minister, has quit the Liberals after the party chose to oppose the Indigenous voice.
Small Halls folk tour nears its destination
A roaming folk festival is nearing its end after lighting up small town halls across Victoria, taking a breath before the tour turns to Western Australia.
ABC sued over Higgins and Tame address to Press Club
Court documents show Bruce Lehrmann is suing the ABC over its broadcast of a National Press Club joint address by Brittany Higgins and Grace Tame.
‘Vulnerable’ Hayne spared jail for the time being
An application to detain former NRL star Jarryd Hayne prior to sentencing has been refused after he was found guilty on two counts of rape.
Aussies count coins and avoid rain with Easter at home
Cost-of-living pressures and wet weather are disrupting Easter plans for more than half of Australians, with the majority staying home this holiday period.
Australian suspects arrested in global cybercrime raid
Australian police have taken part in a multinational crackdown on a sprawling online marketplace popular with cybercriminals, arresting 10 Australian suspects.
Premier backs call to not bail out beleaguered builder
Authorities are probing whether one of Australia's largest home builders illegally took deposits from customers before securing their insurance policies.
NSW, NT, Tassie ban TikTok on government phones
TikTok has been banned from government devices in all states and territories except WA, after the Commonwealth prohibited the app.
Don’t miss opportunity for reconciliation, PM says
Leading Indigenous academics and the prime minister are confident Australians will support a constitutionally enshrined voice, despite Liberal Party opposition.
Inland Rail project build blows out to $31.4 billion
An independent review into the Inland Rail project has revealed it faces serious problems, but the Albanese government is pushing ahead.
Bruce Lehrmann files defamation case against the ABC
Bruce Lehrmann has launched his third defamation lawsuit over media organisations' coverage of rape allegations against him, this time targeting the ABC.
‘Cocaine traces found’ in Outback Wrangler crash pilot
The star of the Outback Wrangler TV series says blaming him for the helicopter crash that killed a colleague is unfair, after new evidence emerged in court.
Labor family cheer as Minns ministry takes reins in NSW
NSW's 47th premier has welcomed the state's first gender-balanced cabinet at an emotional ceremony in the ballroom of Government House.
Robots and drones could replace humans in emergencies
New technology developed in Australia could see more drones and robots deployed into emergency situations to save lives.