‘Disgusted’: coalition rift as gambling changes blasted
Two coalition MPs have crossed the floor in protest against gambling laws which they say don't go far enough to protect vulnerable people.
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Third teachers’ strike off as bitter pay dispute ends
A third statewide strike of public school teachers has been cancelled after unionised educators swung in behind a sweetened pay offer.
Coalition, One Nation revive push on abortion crackdown
Conservative politicians have joined with a Christian lobby group on the lawns of Parliament House to request healthcare for babies born alive via abortions.
‘Don’t stuff it’: Labor relishes One Nation super fight
A call to expand early access to retirement funds to tackle cost-of-living pressures from Pauline Hanson has given the government a boost in a busy week.
Rapist talent manager’s prison ‘hell’ in daily lockdown
A talent manager to the stars, now convicted rapist, has complained about being in "living hell" as he details the struggles in prison cell lockdown.
Fiji signs up to Pacific Rugby League Partnership
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has signed his nation up to the landmark Pacific Rugby League Partnership.
More Aussie firms could be captured by emissions scheme
Australian investors are pushing for big changes to Australia's major pollution policy and they could force more companies to reduce pollution.
Sales drop triggers share plunge at retail bellwether
Shares in leading retailer JB Hi-Fi have suffered their biggest one-day loss in company history, pointing to tough conditions for the broader sector.
Alan Jones decried as ‘grub’ to famous media rival
A former radio station staffer described talkback titan Alan Jones as a "grub" while disclosing alleged indecent assaults to another prominent radio host.
US actress, ‘Heroes’ star Hayden Panettiere dead at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, best remembered for playing an indestructible high school cheerleader in the TV series Heroes, has died aged 36.
Private prison plan slammed as inmate numbers balloon
With a territory's prison system bursting at the seams, critics argue that plans for a new privately operated facility amounts to admission of defeat on crime.
Report failed to spot alleged killer’s violent history
Reports assessing serial abusers' risk of reoffending do not routinely include expired protection orders taken out against them, an inquest has been told.
‘Appalling’ violence: armed group fires arrow at police
Police have condemned what they have described as an "appalling display of violence" after officers were allegedly confronted by a large group of armed men.
Vets turn away injured wildlife amid bird flu fears
Vets are refusing to treat birds and other wildlife as H5 bird flu fears - and cases - climb across the nation.
States urged to back ‘nation-leading’ data centre plan
One state's plan to act on the water and energy use of fast-tracked data centres could be a blueprint for national reform, a climate group says.
Steelmaker brings it home, after rejecting predators
BlueScope, which owns the Port Kembla steelworks, says it's now in a position of real strength after undergoing a period of investment that's boosted earnings.
Revenge fears as shot underworld figure clings to life
Police are on high alert for possible retaliation after a Melbourne crime figure was shot and discovered lying beside his car in a "pool of blood".
Sam Pang wins 2026 Gold Logie, avoids snake bite
Sam Pang has won the Gold Logie ... and he hopefully didn't get bitten by Robert Irwin's python.
Another state shoots down funding national gun buyback
Another state has rejected the national gun buyback, saying it won't divert money from core services and cost‑of‑living pressures to a federal scheme.
Labor vows to defend super scheme from One Nation, Libs
Multiple contentious Labor policies might pass the parliament pending a deal, as Labor goes on the attack against One Nation and the coalition amid new polling.
Visa slowdown for backpackers amid migration backlash
Labor has confirmed it is slowing down working visa applications as work continues behind the scenes to settle on a restricted migration scheme.
Labor confident of an NDIS deal despite reform backlash
The federal disability minister has defended changes to the NDIS, flagging further amendments to tackle fraud and win parliamentary support.
Jobs data and a fireside chat: the economic week ahead
Unemployment and wage figures are the pick of the week's economic data, while traders will tune in to a "fireside chat" with the Reserve Bank deputy governor.
‘I still don’t like it’: Hanson on gay pride parade
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson is still no fan of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, 30 years on from an infamous interview.
Beleaguered gun buyback costly, inaction costlier: PM
A state leader is prepared to fight an election on his decision to sign up to the federal government's beleaguered national gun buyback scheme.
Sam Pang wins 2026 Gold Logie
Comedian and television host Sam Pang has won the 2026 Gold Logie, and accepted the gong with a speech full of zingers.
Largest RAN ship hosts marines for amphibious training
Australia's largest warship has hosted hundreds of US marines for amphibious training exercises at sea.
‘I miss her’: Kumanjayi Little Baby laid to rest
A five-year-old girl allegedly abducted and murdered outside a remote community has been farewelled by hundreds of mourners dressed in pink.
Heartbreak as stars pay tribute to mentor Johnny Young
Singers who launched their careers on Young Talent Time are honouring their much-loved former host Johnny Young, who helped them find their voice on TV.
‘I am so sorry’: audit investigator’s belated apology
An investigator has apologised to a Senate inquiry for failing to properly probe claims of misconduct at one of the biggest multinational auditors.
Electric trucks could deliver a billion-dollar payload
Australian laws are keeping heavy-duty electric trucks off the road, a report says, when they could boost productivity by more than $2 billion.