Backflip on post and boast laws after ‘disturbing’ rise
A rising trend of young thugs gloating about their crimes online has prompted one state's change of heart on a "post and boast" crackdown.
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Researchers taking the wind out of cyclone devastation
Australian researchers believe aerosols maybe the key to disrupting the formation of and ultimately taming killer tropical cyclones before they come ashore.
Amazon to inject $20b into Australian ‘AI revolution’
Tech giant Amazon is expanding its footprint in Australia with a $20 billion investment to boost data centres with a focus on artificial intelligence.
Australia backs Israel ‘defence’ amid escalation fears
Australia has suggested Israel's attack on Iran was justified, citing international fears about the threat posed by the potential spread of nuclear weapons.
Spotlight on unemployment as jobs market loses heat
Jobs data is set to dominate the economic agenda in Australia, while onlookers expect the Federal Reserve to keep US interest rates on hold.
Push for early learning safety crackdown to go further
Further early learning safety measures are on the agenda amid a safety crackdown affecting mandatory reporting and phone use, as advocates push for more reform.
PM coy on whether Canadian leader gave him Trump tips
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has held discussions with Canada's leader as both countries reckon with the impact of the US president's tariff regime.
Transparency boost: Reserve Bank homes in on key change
The Reserve Bank is likely to implement a key outstanding recommendation of a review into its operations, bringing it in line with international counterparts.
Trump arrives for G7 amid trade, political tensions
Donald Trump has arrived in Canada for his first G7 summit since returning to office - and after irking his partners with tariffs and threats of annexation.
Hundreds of Aussies try to flee Israel-Iran conflict
Australia is considering assisted departures for citizens in Israel and Iran but the timeline is dictated by safety, with airspace closed due to air strikes.
Minister plays down American review of AUKUS deal
There are calls for a defence contingency plan to be put in place after the government played down a US administration review of the AUKUS submarine pact.
Energy stocks surge on Middle East conflict
Israel and Iran's escalating conflict has lifted oil prices and energy stocks, but the resulting hike in inflation expectations is weighing on other sectors.
Hitting the brakes on EV, hybrid help could slow cuts
Removing tax breaks for plug-in hybrid vehicles is stalling their adoption, a group warns, and a lack of incentives could slow efforts to cut car emissions.
Low pharmacy vaping uptake fuels black market fears
Only about 40,000 vapes have been sold via the federal government's pharmacy model, which critics say shows black market sales are still thriving.
Mushroom cook accused of ‘four calculated deceptions’
Accused killer Erin Patterson conceived four deceptions before and after a beef Wellington lunch that claimed the lives of three people, prosecutors allege.
City shaken after three wounded in daylight shooting
An innocent bystander is one of three victims of a "horrifying" daylight shooting in Sydney that authorities have linked to an ongoing gang war.
Economic summit aims to firm up drooping productivity
Anthony Albanese is confident businesses and unions can find common ground in the quest to improve Australia's ailing productivity.
The Star cries poor, labels $400m fine a casino killer
The Star has said it will not survive being fined $400 million after admitting to lax anti-money laundering measures and courting high-risk gamblers.
Mushroom cook denies faking poison symptoms from lunch
Erin Patterson has been accused of faking illness to appear unwell because she knew she had not eaten deadly mushrooms and realised it would look suspicious.
‘Horrific footage’: shot reporter’s case raised with US
Nine Network reporter Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet fired by a US police officer while covering protests in Los Angeles, sparking outrage.
Police feature in complaints to territory ombudsman
The use of spit hoods has been defended by a crime-troubled territory's chief minister, amid a soaring number of complaints about police to the ombudsman.
Australian shares hit record close as bank stocks surge
Banks and energy stocks have helped lift the local bourse to record highs, but continued growth will hinge on the outcome of US-China trade talks.
Muslim preacher defends ‘dehumanising’ sermons on Jews
An Islamist preacher is being sued over sermons in which he allegedly made "derogatory generalisations" about Jews, who he described as rats and cowards.
Average home prices hit $1m with more growth to come
The average price of a home in Australia has hit $1 million after a decade of growth, though experts say a return to the explosive COVID-era boom is unlikely.
‘Swimming pool of sewage’: raw spill flows into suburbs
Residents are outraged as authorities work to mop up a massive sewage spill that sent human waste into suburban streets, parks, a river and harbour.
Embattled premier’s request for early election granted
Tasmanian voters are heading to the polls for the fourth time in seven years after the beleaguered Liberal premier was granted an early election.
Cook denies ‘wild goose chase’ over mushroom origins
Accused triple murderer Erin Patterson denies lying and sending authorities on a "wild goose chase" about the mushrooms she used in a toxic meal.
Indigenous knowledge helps uncover hidden ‘koala city’
A hidden koala population of nearly 300 koalas has been uncovered on the fringe of a major city, using Indigenous knowledge combined with western technology.
Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official.
Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit
The prime minister hopes business groups and unions will unite to address a lagging economy but there are already signs of division before a planned summit.
Combs’ ex accuses him of abuse but says she loves him
Sean Diddy Combs' ex-girlfriend says she took part in sex acts with male sex workers at the music mogul's request because it made her feel loved by him.