Don’t listen to ‘hate media’ on election result: Dutton
Peter Dutton has urged party backers to ignore certain media outlets - which he branded "hate media" - in the final push to election day.
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PM wins over undecided voters in final campaign debate
Less than a week from polling day, Anthony Albanese might have had the last laugh as undecided voters declare him winner of the campaign's final debate.
Dutton tries to unscramble campaign after egg cost slip
The opposition leader has dodged questions on whether he's across voters' cost-of-living pressures as the election campaign enters its final days.
Problem child no more: surprise rise in state rankings
Western Australia has cemented its spot at the top of the latest CommSec State of the States rankings, but another state's climb comes as more of a surprise.
Women ‘not target’ of shopping centre stabbing rampage
An unmedicated, mentally ill man was not targeting people but stabbing anyone in his way in a mass stabbing at a busy shopping mall, a lead investigator says.
Dance industry stepping into new era of safety for kids
Child safety has long been a major issue for the dance industry but an innovative program could help studios keep kids safe and comply with tougher laws.
Drivers could pay more tax after electric car U-turn
Australian drivers and employers could miss out on thousands of dollars in tax savings if the coalition puts the brakes on an electric vehicle policy.
Veterans still fighting demons long after their service
A soldier who lost his leg in the battlefield and a young active service member are giving back to veterans in their own ways through employment and sport.
Delays to ‘unusual’ grandma rape case as DNA questioned
The cold case rape of a grandmother four decades ago is facing further delays as the accused man plans to fight police DNA evidence.
Findings loom on Indigenous teen fatally shot by police
A coroner will hand down her findings into the death of Indigenous teenager Kumanjayi Walker, who was shot dead by a police officer at a outback community.
‘Never drink again’: man walks free after woman’s death
A judge has urged a man to abstain from drinking for the rest of his life after a woman he locked on a high-rise balcony fell to her death.
MP’s tribute to late mum after invite to Pope’s funeral
Pope Francis offered hope and teachings that transcend religion, a federal MP has said as he prepares to represent Australia at the pontiff's funeral.
Woman accused of sexual assault of aged care residents
A woman will face court after allegedly sexually assaulting residents of an aged care home where she worked and sharing videos of the abuse with her partner.
Politics put aside as leaders pay respect on Anzac Day
Australia's political leaders call an election campaign truce to attend dawn services and remember the sacrifice of servicemen and women.
Grief and anger grip community after shopkeeper’s death
Floral tributes have been placed outside a supermarket where a beloved store owner was stabbed to death after confronting a man allegedly shoplifting.
Aussies mark Anzac memory of diggers young and old
Tens of thousands of Australians have turned out pay respects to veterans, despite some dawn services being marred by hecklers and interjections.
‘Messy’ campaign has Dutton in peril amid poll plunge
Peter Dutton's unpopularity is driving a continued fall in support for the coalition, polling suggests, amid questions over the opposition's electoral strategy.
Dutton faces eject button as dogfight for seat tightens
A change to preference flows could put Peter Dutton in re-election danger, despite a two-party preferred lead in his marginal seat of Dickson, polling shows.
Teenager’s alleged murder sparks calls for change
A mother whose teenage daughter was allegedly murdered on a night out has called on the community to unite against gendered violence.
China warns G20 global economic growth ‘insufficient’
China says economic fragmentation and trade tensions have disrupted supply chains, weakening the momentum of global economic growth.
Leaders ease off on messaging as Aussies tune out
On a day light on for policy announcements, polling showed the major parties are struggling to convince voters they're capable of improving their lot.
Suburbs pave pathway to power but Libs will need more
Electoral rings around Sydney and Melbourne hold the majority of marginal seats the coalition needs to win office as Labor looks to offset possible losses.
Catholic Australians’ mega pilgrimage to farewell Pope
Devoted Catholics are making the long journey across the world to pay their final respects to the late Pope Francis before his funeral.
Victim’s family calls for end to ‘rampant’ knife crime
The heartbroken family of a man stabbed to death inside an elevator have called for stronger laws to end "rampant" youth knife crime.
Qantas labour hire workers due to land major pay rise
Hundreds of Qantas labour hire workers are set to receive a big pay rise under Labor's landmark "same job, same pay" reforms after a union deal.
Australian shares trade up to pre-Liberation Day levels
The Australian share market has rallied alongside its Asian counterparts as glimmers of hope appear on the horizon of the US-China trade war.
‘Easiest decision’: campaign hits close to home for PM
Before taking his campaign west, Anthony Albanese has opened up about his mother while unveiling upgrades for a women's health centre.
New cohort of ‘working poor’ fronting food charities
Double-income families are among a new demographic of "working poor" Australians fronting up at food charities that are struggling to meet demand.
Coalition tied in knots over EV, immigration policies
The coalition has performed another election campaign about-face, this time vowing to scrap electric vehicle subsidies, as it slides down the polls.
Disgraced politician to serve community as punishment
A former state Liberal leader who supplied cocaine to friends and used the drug as a "form of escapism" must do community service to atone for his offending.
Businesses being held to ransom but more refuse to pay
Ransomware is on the rise in Australia, with an analysis of data breaches showing more online attacks come with a financial motive.