Accused rapist takes the stand to deny girl’s claims
An accused rapist has given evidence in his own trial to deny he had sex with a underage girl without her consent.
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‘Criminal gang’: fraud claims encircle acclaimed school
An academically acclaimed private school being probed over forced labour and abuse claims uses religion as a "camouflage" for fraud, inquiry witnesses claim.
Monoculture threatens nation’s security, minister warns
One Nation's policies would jeopardise relations around the world and risk the safety of Australians, Foreign Minister Penny Wong warns.
Half a million and counting: Aussies power battery boom
Australians have installed more than 500,000 household batteries in a move experts say will keep putting downward pressure on power bills.
Huge swath of land returned to Traditional Owners
A Federal Court ruling has granted Traditional Owners native title for more than 170,000 hectares in northern Australia as part of a decades‑long campaign.
Allan’s legacy looms large over tight home seat battle
Former Victorian premier Jacinta Allan has pulled the pin on her political career, paving the way for an unpredictable battle for her long-held home seat.
All My Loving: nation mourns music legend Johnny Young
Tributes are pouring in for Johnny Young after the TV legend and writer of one of Australia's most celebrated songs died at age 79.
Years-long NACC delays frustrating complainants
The National Anti-Corruption Commission Inspector says many complainants to the federal watchdog have been left flat by long waits to hear back on their cases.
Albanese says his ‘melons’ hand gestures misinterpreted
The prime minister insists his comments and hand gestures about the Japanese prime minister gifting him two melons have been incorrectly characterised.
‘As a friend’: Albanese pushes Trump to axe tariffs
US President Donald Trump will consider the case to remove tariffs on Australian exports, Anthony Albanese says, following a phone call between the leaders.
Early days but a door is opening for first home buyers
Rising interest rates were already softening mortgage demand from investors but Labor's tax changes in the federal budget deepened the dive.
‘Too far, too fast’: alarm as NDIS revamp moves closer
An inquiry report recommending multibillion-dollar cuts to the national disability fund go ahead is being tempered by widespread warnings over the shake-up
Alan Jones’s accuser felt silenced by ‘golden goose’
The second week of Alan Jones's sexual misconduct trial has ended, as an ex-radio staffer alleges a power imbalance stopped him bringing forward claims earlier.
WA stares down ‘east coast clowns’ over costly GST deal
Western Australian Premier Roger Cook has promised to fight any move to strip his state of its lucrative GST deal, saying changes could cost it billions.
Boozy ex-Catholic bishop convicted of sex abuse crimes
A Catholic bishop who stepped down amid sex abuse claims has been found guilty at trial of abusing two young Indigenous men.
Ex-militant backs agitator crackdown, ideology programs
A former jihadist is backing a crackdown on hate preachers and pushing for a greater focus on deradicalisation programs, contradicting arguments from experts.
‘How’s ya missus?’: teen girl confronted alleged rapist
A man who denies raping a 16-year-old girl at a regional house party is facing trial in the County Court, with messages between the pair detailed to a jury.
Liberal senator rebuked for personal policy ‘Odyssey’
The coalition's housing spokesman has come under fire for comments suggesting those on lower incomes should accept living in poorly built homes.
Alan Jones accuser’s mum ‘in shock’ over allegations
The mother of an athlete who was allegedly repeatedly indecently assaulted by radio giant Alan Jones says she should have protected him.
Down the drain: Penfolds maker falls into the red
Treasury Wine Estates has delivered a huge earnings loss on the back of large writedowns of the value of its US assets and supply chain issues.
‘Hanson not welcome’: students skip class for protests
Thousands of students have taken to the streets nationwide, ditching school to voice opposition to Pauline Hanson as plans are hatched for a second strike.
Victims asked to come forward after threatening calls
Police have asked more victims to come forward after a man was accused of targeting women and making sexual threats during thousands of phone calls.
‘Happy to be out’: whistleblower celebrates freedom
A former army lawyer has walked out of jail on parole more than two years into his sentence for stealing secret defence documents.
Bird flu’s spread sparks Tasmanian devil, parrot fears
The detection of a deadly bird flu strain in Tasmania for the first time has prompted concern for endangered species that only exist on the island.
AI detection tools miss the mark for student assessment
Using artificial intelligence detection software in universities could risk undermining, rather than protecting, academic integrity.
State ‘failing’ sexual assault survivors on wait times
A state is failing sexual assault victim-survivors who are being forced to wait hours in regional areas for forensic medical examinations, campaigners say.
Energy giant isn’t sweating after warmer winter
Weather woes and energy market shake-ups aren't weighing heavily on Australia's biggest electricity retailer.
Electric switch could save public hospitals millions
Upgrading all of Australia's public hospitals from gas to electricity could save millions of dollars in energy bills but only if the government acts swiftly.
‘Accountability taken’: Telstra execs pay outage price
Telstra's CEO is among 10 senior leaders paying the price for a major nationwide outage as the telco's board docks executive pay by nearly $2 million.
‘Must remain open’: Labor hails $2.5bn smelter bailout
Australia's largest aluminium smelter has been thrown a multibillion-dollar lifeline, saving thousands of jobs in a move hailed as a win for the working class.
‘Stop the madness’: Liberal eyes big tech, party policy
A Liberal frontbencher has called on his party to slash the construction code, cut migration, tax big tech more and freeze the NDIS to fix Australia's malaise.