Warning amid deaths at unpatrolled beaches
The deaths of two fathers saving their children from rips have led lifesavers to plead for people to grab a flotation device before attempting a rescue.
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Heat on Glencore over slow burn on coal
Coal giant Glencore is under pressure from large investors to explain how new coal investments align with its public commitment to help limit global warming.
ISIS bride expat charged for Syria entry
Recently repatriated NSW woman Mariam Raad has been charged for allegedly willingly entering in Syria when it was controlled by terrorist group Islamic State.
Division over China travel test rule
Travellers arriving from China are required to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test after restrictions came into effect.
Australian Catholics mourn Benedict
Cathedrals in Australia are hosting special masses to mourn the late Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI whose funeral is being held in Vatican City.
Record WA flooding cuts off town of Derby
About 3000 people in the town of Derby have been cut off by a once-in-a-century flooding event in Western Australia's Kimberley region.
Melbourne to steal title of biggest city
While Melburnians left in their droves during the pandemic, its population growth is expected to bounce back quickly over the next decade.
Call for new e-scooter rules after crashes
A 'patchwork' of different e-scooter laws is creating confusion for riders and could fuel more serious accidents, experts are warning.
Rudd claims US throws allies ‘under a bus’
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd has accused America of throwing its allies "under a bus" while relying on their support to counter China's economic influence.
One suburb with biggest online art sales
Residents in one Melbourne suburb have racked up the most online purchases of art, with some other interesting locations revealed by a leading sales platform.
Record floods to cut off Broome and Derby
Broome and Derby in northern Western Australian are likely to be cut off by a once-in-a-century flood within 12 hours, as inland evacuations continue.
Canoes ready as remote crew awaits rescue
A rescue mission is underway to pluck workers from a flooded conservation property in the Kimberley after record floods.
Construction sector braces for hammer blow
Tradies have been busy completing the backlog of construction work spurred by government stimulus programs but demand for building work is expected to slow.
Ministers chastised for health advice snub
Anne Ruston says the government is undermining Australians' trust in medical experts by inferring advice from the chief medical officer wasn't cautious enough.
Race to evacuate as floods hit Kimberley
Record flooding in parts of the WA Kimberley has marooned 15 guests at a Fitzroy Crossing hotel as authorities race to find a boat big enough to evacuate them.
BBL reduced in $1.5 billion TV rights deal
Cricket Australia's new seven-year, $1.5 billion TV rights deal marks a reset in relationships with broadcasters Foxtel and Seven, and a rethink for the BBL.
Government eyes China COVID-19 management
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government is closely monitoring the situation in China and is concerned about its influence on the Australian economy.
Officer drowns in rip after saving son
An off-duty NSW police officer has drowned in a rip after saving his 14-year-old son who got stuck in the current at an unpatrolled beach on the south coast.
Public holiday call as SA survey launched
An influential union has called for Easter Sunday to become a public holiday in South Australia as residents of the state are urged to have their say.
Town’s nervous watch as flood levels hold
The expected peaking of floodwaters around the outback NSW township of Menindee has been pushed back as river readings remain steady below a 1976 record.
Minister defends COVID travel advice snub
Mark Butler says he is taking an abundance of caution in requiring travellers from China to record a negative COVID-19 test despite advice against the measure.
Crucial minerals underpin volatile exports
Riding geopolitics, rising costs and volatile prices, Australia will pick up its quest to supply more refined materials rather than being the world's quarry.
‘No regrets’ over refugee plan: Vanstone
The Howard government's approach to refugees and asylum seekers in 2002 has been outlined in cabinet papers released by the National Archives of Australia.
New year rings in federal policy changes
Federal policy changes taking effect on January 1 range from increased fines to cheaper medicine under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
Australia welcomes 2023 with bumper crowds
Australians partied well into the night during the first New Year's Eve celebrations without COVID-19 restrictions in three years.
COVID test required of arrivals from China
Travellers from China will need to undergo mandatory testing for COVID-19 before boarding a flight to Australia, the health minister has announced.
Australia welcomes 2023 with a bang
Australians partied well into the night during the first New Year's Eve celebrations without COVID-19 restrictions in three years.
Disturbance at WA youth detention centre
Detainees at the troubled Banksia Hill youth detention centre in Western Australia have lit a fire and climbed onto roof tops on New Year's Eve.
Average incomes not enough to buy a home
Unless you live in Perth, middle income earners fall well short of the borrowing power needed to buy a standard house.
Cities abuzz as NYE returns to normal
Free of mask mandates and other COVID rules, locals and visitors in most parts of Australia are letting their hair down to farewell 2022 and welcome 2023.
Flood evacuees return, others await peak
Residents in an outback town will spend New Year's Eve worried about flooding as Top End communities return home a week after a rare inundation.