Ex sailor shares story of bullying, abuse
The Australian public would be "absolutely horrified" by the victimisation of a former navy sailor, a royal commission has been told.
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RBA’s Lowe warns higher inflation ahead
Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe has warned higher rates of inflation are ahead, signally he will be keeping watch on data results in coming months.
Vaccines critical for winter protection
A surge in flu cases could be delayed until winter 2023, but health experts say it is still a good idea for Australians to protect themselves with a vaccine.
UN chief attacks Aust climate approach
The UN chief has launched a major new report on climate change mitigation, calling nations that plan to increase fossil fuel production dangerous radicals.
Man, boy killed in Blue Mountains landslip
A man and boy out bushwalking have been killed and two others critically injured after a landslip in the NSW Blue Mountains.
Tasmania’s Premier Gutwein quits politics
Tasmanian Premier Peter Gutwein has announced he is quitting politics less than 12 months after winning the state election and after just two years in the role
NSW offer flood grants after federal delay
The NSW government has announced $20,000 grants to help flood victims rebuild, taking aim at the federal government for not pitching in.
Witness laments ‘weak leadership’ in SAS
Ben Roberts-Smith and his patrol members were let down by weak leadership in the ranks of the special forces, the Federal Court has been told.
Petrol prices fall as job market tightens
Petrol prices are dropping below $2 while new job advertising figures suggest the unemployment rate could be in the low-threes by the end of this year.
Virus cases rise as booster rollout begins
The number of active COVID-19 cases in Australia has climbed above the 500,000 mark for the first time since late-January as a second booster rollout begins.
Labor aims to stop home care fee rorts
A Labor government will put a cap on the administration and management fees of home care providers, as it continues its focus on the aged care sector.
Russia crimes ‘larger than Balkan wars’
Ukraine's ambassador to Australia has called for further sanctions and embargoes on Russian imports as details of alleged war crimes continue to emerge.
PM rejects ‘slurs’ over Lib preselection
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has rejected accusations of racism, pointing to comments by Lebanese leaders affirming his good character.
PM, Labor hit the road in marginal seats
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is spruiking the government's economic credentials in Melbourne while his challenger is targeting marginal seats in Queensland.
Star boss denies not being ‘fully candid’
A Star Entertainment manager has denied staying silent about a report linking organised crime to a junket operator that ran a VIP room at The Star Sydney.
PM and Albanese primed for poll showdown
Scott Morrison was in Tasmania just days out from firing the starting gun for the May election, while Anthony Albanese held a Labor rally in Brisbane.
Monday start for winter booster rollout
Older and vulnerable Australians will soon be able to receive a second COVID-19 booster, which is considered critical to protect at-risk people ahead of winter.
Harder to age well without comforts: study
New research suggests an inexorable link between the cost of household energy and the ability of Australians to age comfortably in their own homes.
Coral bleaching hits iconic WA coast
Coral bleaching has been recorded at Western Australia's iconic Ningaloo Marine Park, leading to calls for greater action on climate change.
Smart technology helps cattle industry
Cattle tagging research is being used to help lessen the impact of calf mortality rates, a significant issue across northern Australia.
More refugees out of detention: supporters
More than a dozen refugees have reportedly been released from Australian immigration detention facilities, including from Melbourne's Park Hotel.
Byron Bay is Insta’s picture perfect beach
A mass analysis of posts has found Byron Bay to be home to Australia's most Instagrammable beaches with more than 3.1 million tagged images found.
Hannah Clarke gets last word at inquest
The death of Hannah Clarke and her three children at the hands of her controlling, paranoid estranged husband has been the subject of a confronting inquest.
Heavy seas lash Sydney beaches
Huge swells have pounded Sydney's beaches and ripped boats from docks while outside the NSW capital, flood victims are recovering for a second time in a month.
Winter booster rollout to start on Monday
Older and vulnerable Australians will soon be able to receive a second COVID-19 booster shot.
Clocks change for end of daylight saving
Daylight saving is coming to an end, and the body's internal clock may need an extra few days to adapt to the time change.
Aust, India sign ‘watershed’ trade deal
Australia has signed a long-awaited free trade deal with India after years of negotiation, delivering benefits for exporters and importers.
Flood watch warning for Victoria’s east
A dump of rain is forecast for Victoria's Gippsland regions this weekend, with the weather bureau warning of possible major flooding.
Plan to boost nation’s farmed prawns fails
The plan to build one of the world's biggest prawn farms at an outback Northern Territory cattle station has been put on hold over cost concerns.
Inflation rise in June quarter: Treasury
A Senate estimates hearing has been told higher global oil prices and supply-chain pressures are contributing to growing inflation.
Liberals rule out hidden taxes in budget
The faux election campaign continues, with Prime Minister Scott Morrison taking Labor to task over tax plans and the opposition accusing him of wasting money.