Labor leader reveals his personal side
Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese has opened up about his personal life, including his childhood, new partner and effects of a life-threatening car accident.
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PM condemns Russia, more sanctions coming
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has denounced the "unilateral, hostile" invasion of Ukraine and announced a further tranche of sanctions against 25 Russians.
Pharmacists call for more vaccine support
The pharmacy peak body has called for greater financial remuneration to deliver the COVID-19 vaccine, as the Moderna rollout for children begins.
Fossil fooled? Report claims coal and gas projects blow their emission estimates
Australian fossil fuel projects frequently pump out far more greenhouse gas emissions than they estimate when trying to win approvals, a new report says.
Delay for under-5s COVID vaccine approval
The medical regulator says vaccine approval for under-fives will not be considered until after Easter, as Moderna gets the green light for six to 11-year-olds.
Call to stop migrant worker exploitation
A parliamentary committee looking at new laws to stamp out foreign worker exploitation has heard an example of four skilled workers getting paid $40 a day.
Australia to impose sanctions on Russia
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced Australia will impose a range of sanctions against Russia, saying Vladimir Putin's "invasion of Ukraine" has begun.
Ex-fugitive Potter faces Melbourne court
After 12 years on the run, Graham Gene Potter has faced court in Melbourne after being extradited from Queensland.
Woolies profit down, food prices to rise
Woolworths has posted lower first-half profit while its boss is warning food prices will keep increasing due to inflation.
Launceston sparkles in Aussie town award
The Tasmanian city of Launceston has been commended for its natural geography, good food and fine wine.
Murder-accused NT cop’s partner testifies
A policeman with Constable Zachary Rolfe when Kumanjayi Walker was shot says he did not need to draw his pistol because the teen was not trying to stab him.
Roberts-Smith ‘weak dog’ over letters: PI
A private investigator has testified in court that Ben Roberts-Smith facilitated threatening letters to a soldier and was a "weak dog" for covering it up.
Experts seek higher child vaccination rate
Health experts are set to meet next week to discuss the use of schools and other means to boost the COVID-19 vaccination rate for children.
WA faces ‘half a million’ Omicron cases
Long-awaited health department modelling suggests Western Australia will record almost 500,000 Omicron cases in the next six months.
Roberts-Smith ‘told SAS to kill prisoners’
Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith told SAS troopers during a training session to execute Afghan prisoners, the Federal Court has been told.
Vic eyes NSW pact on COVID-19 iso changes
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has flagged his state and NSW could form a unity ticket on COVID-19 isolation rules if easing isn't agreed at national cabinet.
Palmer, McGowan trial delay due to borders
Defamation hearings involving Clive Palmer and Western Australia's premier have been delayed due to Western Australia's border reopening.
Union ‘vindicated’ in NSW trains dispute
A dispute that shut down Sydney's train network is closer to being resolved after the NSW government dropped its industrial claim against the rail union.
SA Labor pledges 300 more nurses
Labor continues to focus on health promises in the South Australian election campaign with the Liberals looking to trade and tourism initiatives.
Daughter and son-in-law’s murderer jailed
Victorian man Osman Shaptafaj who murdered his daughter and son-in-law with a handgun after their first wedding anniversary has been jailed at least 35 years.
Morrison refutes China laser allegations
Scott Morrison has hit back at China's claims that an Australian aircraft was flying too close to a Chinese warship before it was lasered.
Costs weigh on Coles first half profit
Coles has delivered a two per cent drop in profit as higher costs and lower convenience store sales hit half-year results.
Australian diplomats evacuate from Ukraine
Australian diplomats have been ordered to leave Ukraine and close the embassy, after Russian forces entered the country.
‘Walker not dangerous’: Rolfe’s partner
Sergeant Adam Eberl has told Constable Zachary Rolfe's murder trial he did not consider Kumanjayi Walker dangerous moments before the teen was fatally shot.
Palmer cancels speech, gets COVID test
Businessman and United Australia Party founder Clive Palmer has cancelled an address to the National Press Club due to illness.
Fugitive Potter to be extradited to Vic
Fugitive killer Graham Gene Potter will be extradited to Victoria following his far north Queensland arrest after more than a decade on the run.
Household iso rules could be relaxed: Hunt
Health Minister Greg Hunt has indicated there is further capacity to reduce isolation requirements for household contacts to match those for essential workers.
Limited NSW train service to return
After a day without trains NSW commuters will have limited rail services back on Tuesday as the government and a union battle it out in an industrial dispute.
Fugitive arrested after nationwide manhunt
Fugitive killer Graham Gene Potter has been arrested in Far North Queensland after being on the run from Victorian police for 12 years.
Star loses appeal for pandemic loss payout
Star Entertainment Group has lost an appeal over a decision denying it compensation by its insurer for losses suffered during the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Declare or be aware’ warning for tourists
Border force officers have been told to use the full force of penalties against people arriving in Australia who do not declare potential biosecurity hazards.