Mokbel drug convictions ‘infected’ but retrial on cards
An underworld figure faces a retrial on a 2005 drug importation charge after three judges delivered a mixed ruling on his appeal against three convictions.
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Parents sound alarm on major change for autistic kids
An attempt to rein in the snowballing cost of the NDIS could happen too fast and might leave some autistic children overlooked, an inquiry has been told.
‘Folly’ of nuclear submarines plan floated
Australian government officials are hinting the US will not rip up the AUKUS agreement as critics poke holes in the nuclear submarines plan.
Major change to IVF treatments for donors and families
Families involved in an IVF bungle will be permitted to continue their treatment after a provider was found to be exceeding a donor limit.
‘Reckless’ rapper chased by cops after public execution
Police have condemned a rapper who is accused of glorifying a "horrendous" execution that was captured entirely on security video at a petrol station.
Libs nuclear bond solidifies as leader stamps authority
The opposition leader has issued a directive to her front bench to respect their colleagues' portfolios as she pushes her team to be more proactive on policy.
Man cleared of accused killer link as search ramps up
Additional officers have been deployed to a popular national park to search for an alleged police killer, as a man is cleared of links to fugitive search.
States and feds go toe-to-toe over hospital funding
The fight over a new health funding agreement is becoming increasingly heated as the states accuse the federal government of adding to pressure on hospitals.
Politics played down as Australia locks in PNG pact
A landmark military treaty binding Australia and Papua New Guinea ensures domestic security and has little to do with geopolitics, the Pacific nation's PM says.
Report calls for an end to rationing of home care spots
The government is being urged to introduce major changes to the nation's aged care system to ensure older Australians can get the support they need.
‘He has to be somewhere’: cop’s last hope in boy search
A desperate search for a boy missing from an outback property for six days has failed to turn up fresh evidence, as defence personnel join the operation.
Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson to appeal convictions
Triple-murderer Erin Patterson has formally indicated she will appeal her convictions after she was found guilty of serving a deadly mushroom lunch.
Death ‘worth it’: Gaza flotilla fracas traps Aussies
Fears are rising for Australians on board an international aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli forces as it attempts to deliver help to Gaza.
How AI will be used to help neighbours find lost dogs
Internet-connected doorbell cameras will be loaded with artificial intelligence software and used to identify lost pets, with the owners' permission.
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Spending rebound staggers as Aussies kick booze, smokes
Strong growth in household spending earlier this year is unlikely to be matched, which could ease Reserve Bank fears of a return of inflation pressures.
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Green metals or bust: climate experts issue warning
Demand for Australia's biggest fossil fuel exports is expected to drop in the coming years but producing green metals could provide a lifeline.
Police zero in on area in search for alleged cop killer
Police hunting Australia's most wanted fugitive have targeted an area far away from where he was last sighted after he allegedly shot dead two officers.
Gasps as ‘horror movie’ school bus crash video aired
Victims of a school bus crash have gasped as video was played of a truck with defective brakes hitting a group of staff and students on their way to space camp.
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BHP cops $5b value hit on talk of China trade blockade
Reports China is halting iron ore shipments from BHP have weighed on the world's biggest miner, but experts say any stoush over prices should be short-lived.
Life-changing or dark day: jury out on deposit scheme
An expanded government scheme to help first-home buyers clear the deposit hurdle could pour more fuel on the red-hot property market, housing experts warn.
Judge rejects Diddy bid to toss prostitution conviction
Sean Combs awaits sentencing within days after a judge rejected the hip-hop mogul's bid to overturn his conviction on felony charges related to prostitution.
Footprint breakthrough in outback search for young boy
The search for a four-year-old boy at his family's remote sheep station has taken a new turn after a footprint was found within 500 metres of the homestead.
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban
Two of Australia's biggest stars have called an end to their 19-year union, citing "marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences" in divorce papers.
Over half of Aussie men meet criteria for loneliness
With a growing number of Australian men suffering the effects of loneliness, a "meet a mate" campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of connection.
‘They witness horror’: call for more support for jurors
A study questions the range of support services available to jurors exposed to traumatic content during and after trials.
‘Decades of neglect’: ‘dire’ state housing picture
Two years on from the inception of a target to build 800,000 homes in a decade, data illustrates the "dire" housing picture continuing to confront one state.
Low rates, supply squeeze create home price rise mayhem
The great Australian dream of property ownership continues to resemble a nightmare for many buyers as prices surge and the supply of homes dwindles.
Top cop apologises but defends ‘valid’ strip searches
Australia's largest police force has apologised to a woman forced to remove a tampon during an unlawful strip search, as it faces claims from 3000 other people.
Cup Day rate cut in doubt as RBA nears final straight
The odds are lengthening on an interest rate cut on Melbourne Cup Day, as the Reserve Bank adopts a hawkish tone and inflation steps up the pace.
‘Tepid’ Australia accused of emboldening Israel
A failure to hold Israel to account for breaking humanitarian law as the death toll in Gaza soars has spurred a clarion call for action in Australia.
‘Pay up’: artists, authors argue AI steals their work
Australian musicians, producers and authors want an AI data mining proposal to be scrapped, saying their life's work can be taken for nothing.