PM makes plea to opponents to back Indigenous voice
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged coalition MPs to back the Indigenous voice to parliament, saying the body would provide meaningful action.
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Inquiry told of police ‘confusion’ about when to charge
An officer who investigated ex-Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins' rape allegations has conceded her understanding of when to charge a suspect was incorrect.
Outpouring of grief after tasered grandmother’s death
Local residents and politicians are paying respect to beloved 95-year-old grandmother Clare Nowland, who died after being tasered by police in her nursing home.
Grandmother dies as officer faces Taser assault charges
Grandmother Clare Nowland has died after being tasered at a nursing home a week ago, with a police officer facing three criminal charges over the incident.
Teen in custody after shots fired at former school
A 15-year-old is in police custody after he allegedly fired three shots from a rifle at his former private school in Perth's northern suburbs.
Aust shares fall for third day amid US debt deadlock
The local bourse has dropped 0.6 per cent to hit a five-day low as debt ceiling talks continue in the US, with no sign of an imminent resolution.
Man and woman charged in relation to missing NT man
NT police have charged a man and a woman in relation to the alleged disappearance of a 36-year-old man, who was last seen at a Darwin pub almost a year ago.
US Navy to commission new warship in Australia
The US is celebrating the first warship commissioned in an allied country, as Australia's trade minister visits America to boost investment and collaboration.
Woolies ice-cream sandwiches recalled over metal risk
Woolworths is recalling its WW Cookies & Cream Classic Ice Cream Sandwiches after metal was found inside.
‘Ibis are not to be eaten’, magistrate warns accused
.A Sydney man who allegedly killed two Ibis' has been released back into the community on strict orders to not approach any Australian birds.
Govt to force change on packaging industry
Australia's packaging industry will be forced to clean up its act with work underway on new regulations after voluntary reforms failed dismally.
Australian shares on track for third day of losses
The local bourse was down 0.5 per cent at midday, as debt ceiling talks continue in the United States with no sign of an imminent resolution.
All signs point to lower economic growth than usual
The national economy is tracking toward a contraction in activity, with the patchy performance expected to continue into next year.
Indigenous teen’s murder accused plead not guilty
Three men and a woman have pleaded not guilty to the bashing murder of Indigenous teen Cassius Turvey and been committed to stand trial in the Supreme Court.
‘No jobs in the bush’ myth busted but housing critical
The regional jobs market is booming at three times the metropolitan rate but the lack of housing, health care and education remains a major barrier.
Albanese, Modi seek to score runs on migration, energy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Indian counterpart Narendra Modi have agreed to work together on people-to-people links and clean energy.
Entertainer and sexual predator Rolf Harris dead at 93
Rolf Harris was a multi-talented entertainer whose long career was destroyed by the sexual predator in his dark core.
Plibersek demands ‘extreme’ action to save ancient fish
An ancient fish that's suffered under the pressures of salmon farming could be the first to go extinct under federal environment laws, a hearing has been told.
More than 40,000 modern slaves trapped in Australia
At least 50 million people are trapped as modern slaves in exploitative work or marriage conditions across the world, with about 40,000 in Australia alone.
Lead detective reveals he is a sexual assault survivor
The lead investigator of Brittany Higgins' rape allegations has disclosed his personal experience as a sexual assault survivor to an independent inquiry.
Treasurer flags rent cap amid ‘tough’ Vic budget sell
Treasurer Tim Pallas has faced the business community to sell his "tough" Victorian budget amid concerns a land tax levy will further inflame the rental crisis.
Stress disorder link to poor gut health among veterans
Veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder are more likely to undergo medical procedures for gut-related health problems, new research suggests.
Indigenous voice an ‘unknown risk’: ex-PM Morrison
Former prime minister Scott Morrison has spoken out against the Indigenous voice in federal parliament, calling it an unknown risk.
Entertainer and sexual predator Rob Harris dies aged 93
Rolf Harris was a multi-talented entertainer whose long career was destroyed by the sexual predator in his dark core.
Landowners could be hit with wind, solar wind-up costs
Landholders could be left with huge bills to dismantle wind and solar power infrastructure unless they sign the right deals with developers, an expert warns.
Australia could miss climate goal if it ignores biofuel
Australia could turn its farming waste into a world-leading carbon-cutting industry, with a unique opportunity to lead the world in eco-friendly fuels.
PM Albanese expands roles for assistant ministers
The prime minister has made multiple changes to his ministries to ease the growing workload for some cabinet ministers.
Minister nixed Palmer coal mine, dept approved another
The environment minister personally killed off Clive Palmer's coal mine but trusted a delegate to decide on another Queensland mine that got the green light.
Trade minister clears the air after China snub claims
Trade Minister Don Farrell says Australia will deal with Britain's application to a Pacific trade agreement before turning to China as Beijing pushes for entry.
Sharks leave their mark on dolphin species
A new study has revealed the frequency of shark attacks on dolphins along the Queensland coast, with about 25 per cent showing signs of injuries.
Victoria swings axe to fell native logging industry
The Victorian government will phase out native timber logging in 2024 and has announced a transition package in the state budget.