Star facing licence cancellation after scathing report
The Star Casino has been given 14 days to explain why it shouldn't face disciplinary action after a scandalous report found it wasn't fit to hold a licence.
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Bravo to Mazda’s impressive, good-looking BT-50 ute
Its parentage has changed a bit through the years, but Mazda's BT50 remains a strong competitor in the white-hot ute field.
Disaster alert: the areas at higher risk of flood, fire
Australia's emergency management teams are preparing for severe spring weather, with parts of the nation set for higher-than-average fire and flood risk.
Addo-Carr’s second test positive, future uncertain
Canterbury superstar Josh Addo-Carr's secondary drug test has come back as positive in a blow to the winger's hopes of returning to the field this season.
Aussie legends strike gold in triumphant homecoming
Australia's Paralympians and Olympians have been welcomed home in the best way possible, soaking up the sun and the glory at a reception in Sydney.
Gangland figure Mick Gatto facing extortion charges
Police are taking over extortion and blackmail charges first lodged by a restaurateur against underworld figure Mick Gatto.
Outgoing Virgin CEO plays down Qatar stake speculation
Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka has played down reports Qatar Airways is seeking to acquire a 20 per cent stake in the nation's second-biggest airline.
Beer, petrol and student loans: Nats sharpen poll pitch
Relief for Australians struggling with cost of living and cutting red tape for farmers have dominated a policy discussion within a National Party conference.
Stolen Generations call for support to age with dignity
Australia's Stolen Generations survivors need trauma-informed care as they age, say the organisations who support them.
Scientific probe into controversial gas projects
Gas exploration in the Beetaloo Basin in the Northern Territory will be assessed by an independent group of scientists, amid concerns over any impact to water.
Save lives: plea to NSW premier after overdose deaths
A Greens MP has called on NSW Premier Chris Minns to fast track drug testing laws after two people died from accidental heroin overdoses at a house party.
Mother charged with murdering her two sons fronts court
A mother charged with murdering her two sons has fronted court for the first time on two domestic violence murder counts.
Lord Mayor closes in on sixth term, maybe her last
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore is tipped to win her sixth term while some councils face a shift to the left after a nomination debacle by the Liberals.
Beef-loving US can’t get enough true blue red meat
Beef exports to the United States have taken off and South Australia is leading the way, with almost $200 million worth sold to the American market this year.
‘Undisciplined’ spending in opposition’s sights
Several industry-shaping programs could be axed were the coalition to win the election, with Labor questioning its commitment to essential services.
Stars in Victoria to film Netflix thriller
Hollywood stars are shooting a major blockbuster thriller in Victoria for Netflix and Lionsgate, written by a local film maker.
Fresh calls for ad ban as gambling losses climb
Australians have the highest gambling losses in the world and those numbers are tracking higher, adding fuel to the argument to ban all ads.
Man dead after ambulance wait amid crew shortage
The boss of Victoria's Ambulance Union has concerns about a man who died after waiting four hours for help while the state was down 50 paramedic crews.
Winds hit east coast, Tassie prepares for more floods
A woman has been killed by a falling tree branch as damaging winds hit the east coast of NSW, bringing gusts up to 100km/h.
PM tries to pry door open in deadlocked housing talks
Pressure is mounting on the coalition and Greens to pass the government's housing policies with the PM accusing his rivals of blocking moves to fix the problem.
Australian energy industry report slams Greens gas plan
A report commissioned by Australia's oil and gas industry says blackouts would hit millions of homes under a Greens gas investment plan.
‘Unexceptional’: CFMEU organiser’s rant reveals all
Violence and intimidation were so prevalent in the construction arm of the CFMEU's Victorian branch that aggressive threats caught on video were 'commonplace'.
Mother charged with murder after death of two sons
A mother has been charged with murder after her two boys were found dead in a Blue Mountains home.
NT land council elects new board after funding freeze
A Northern Territory land council has elected a new board, following concerns over its governance, operations and decision-making.
Australia inks $660 million hydrogen pact with Germany
A hydrogen investment pact with Germany will support new commercial supply and access to the European market for the emerging industry.
Tech giants who fail to protect scam victims in strife
Tech giants, banks and telcos could soon be fined up to $50 million for failing to protect scam victims.
Calls for ‘blinkered’ robodebt officials to face music
The federal public servants involved in the robodebt scheme broke the rules multiple times but some won't face sanctions because they have resigned or retired.
Melbourne Airport’s $3bn runway cleared for take off
A third runway at Melbourne Airport, aiming to quash flight delays and pump billions into the state's economy, has been approved by the federal government.
Farming fuels NSW land clearing crisis: data
NSW cleared an area more than 160 times the size of Sydney's CBD in a single year, new government figures show.
Westpac names business and wealth head as next CEO
Westpac says Anthony Miller will succeed Peter King who is retiring as chief executive officer and managing director after three decades with the bank.
Just Group fires Smiggle boss over alleged misconduct
Just Group's board alleges that John Cheston engaged in "serious misconduct and a serious breach of his employment terms."