Woman dead but man heroically saved after shark attack
A shark has mauled Swiss tourists at a national park beach, leaving a woman dead, but quick thinking from a passer-by helpead a man to fight on in hospital.
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Uni debts slashed for more than one million Australians
University debt levels are set to be cut by more than $5000 on average for people with student loans as a one-off reduction comes into effect.
Australian shares ride Wall Street’s coat-tails higher
Global tailwinds have swept up the local bourse, despite worries Australia's economic soft landing will lead to interest rate hikes in 2026.
‘Grandiose fantasies’ consumed killer taekwondo teacher
A taekwondo instructor taken by "grandiose fantasies" before murdering a family of three has been forced to confront the pain of his victim's loved ones.
Barnaby waves bye to Nats as he exits stage far-right
Former deputy prime minister and Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has quit the rural party, but his future remains unclear as he considers joining One Nation.
Australia needs faster cuts to hit key climate goals
The pace of emissions reductions must double to meet Australia's climate emissions targets, with a rapid and unhindered clean energy transition key to success.
Kids targeted by racism feel it ‘deep in their soul’
Indigenous students are being increasingly targeted by racism, with concerns raised about how schools are handling complaints of discrimination.
‘It’s disastrous’: state scathing of nature reforms
A ground-breaking overhaul of Australia's environment laws has been labelled a disaster that could devastate economic growth.
Tears in court as killer driver faces toddler’s family
There were emotional scenes in a packed courtroom as Kamal Ghali admitted dangerous driving causing three-year-old Mila Wang's death when he ran a red light.
Nationals tip short honeymoon if Barnaby joins Hanson
Barnaby Joyce's resignation from the Nationals has raised questions about what role he could play in One Nation if he shifts to the right-wing minor party.
Grins as environment laws pass in ‘win for the country’
An overhaul of environmental laws has cleared parliament, with the prime minister toasting the reforms despite the coalition branding them "economy wrecking".
Quick action ‘could have saved lives’ in mass stabbing
The families of the six people killed during a stabbing rampage at a shopping centre say lives could have been saved with immediate and competent action.
Shoppers tap credit to fund record Black Friday sales
Despite inflation pummelling hopes of more interest rate cuts, Australians are spending as much as ever in major sales and increasingly using debt to do so.
Base closures ‘catastrophe’ for regional Qantas workers
Australia's largest airline blames the closure of three bases on skyrocketing costs for airport security, fuel and maintenance on regional routes.
Stalking mistaken as affection before brutal murder
Friends thought a sports coach was smitten with his ex-girlfriend when he repeatedly checked her location online, but the reality was much more sinister.
Cop guilty verdict hailed as win for Indigenous rights
A sergeant has become the first serving police officer to be found criminally responsible for the death of an Aboriginal person in a police operation in NSW.
Travel agency confesses to overcharging British clients
An Australian corporate travel agency says large clients in the UK have been overcharged going back three years, and an investigation is ongoing.
Embryo bungle earns IVF giant new licence conditions
A state watchdog has slapped a major IVF clinic with conditions for it to continue operating, after a patient was mistakenly implanted with her own embryo.
Brumby’s days numbered after shift in alpine regions
Opinions are split over the removal of special protections for wild horses living in the Australian Alps, which some say threatens the identity of the region.
Modest estate listed for prince accuser in court battle
Court documents suggest the estate of deceased Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre might have been worth less than half a million dollars when she died.
‘Kiara deserved justice’: months jail over mum’s death
The grieving family of a woman killed by her partner's homemade gun says the man's "lenient" three-month prison sentence sends a dangerous message.
Two stabbed as wild brawl erupts in shopping mall
A teenager is in a critical condition after being stabbed during a brawl in a shopping centre during Black Friday sales.
Mass migration claims debunked as the far right gathers
False claims about "out-of-control" immigration have been disputed by experts as police surround protests and counter-rallies in Australia's biggest city.
Election history awaits as voters ‘yearn for change’
Voters will soon start turning their minds to a state election contest with historic implications for the major parties, both led by glass-ceiling breakers.
‘Our Rocky’: telling tale of first Aboriginal Olympian
In 1964, Frank Roberts travelled to Japan to compete in the Tokyo Olympics. Now his story is being told by his cousin in a one-woman show.
Liberals go back to basics after crawling to year’s end
The Liberals are attempting to win back the title of "responsible economic managers" and turn over a new leaf after a tumultuous parliamentary year.
Grounded Jetstar planes returning but delays expected
Jetstar planes are gradually coming back online as engineers rush to fix a software issue that has aircraft and caused travel delays.
PM and Haydon’s wedding signed, sealed, delivered
Anthony Albanese has wedded Jodie Haydon in front of a small gathering in the nation's capital, becoming the first prime minister to do so in office.
Rabbitohs love leads to Lodge wedding for PM and Haydon
A shared bond over their favourite NRL team and Twitter DMs brought Anthony Albanese and Jodie Haydon together.
Diplomatic efforts to end Ukraine war gain momentum
US officials are meeting with their Ukrainian counterparts for more talks on the Trump administration's peace plan as Russian airstrikes continue unabated.
‘I love you Jodie’: PM weds in intimate ceremony
In a ceremony attended by a small group of family and friends, Australia's prime minister has made history by marrying his partner while in office.