‘Monster’ accused of sadistic acts with teenage girl
A man allegedly groomed a teenager before threatening her into supplying videos of sexual and violent acts.
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Flipped off: ‘misogyny’ behind Lib’s finger to journo
A reporter given the middle finger by ACT Liberals leader Elizabeth Lee says the public should be concerned by journalists being attacked for doing their job.
‘Tar balls’ shut Sydney beaches, but low safety threat
Experts believe the mysterious, dark-coloured balls washing up on Sydney beaches are tar balls, which often occur after an oil spill.
Forget electric and focus on hybrid utes, inquiry hears
Australia is not ready to make a full switch to electric vehicles, an inquiry has heard, as the technology cannot accommodate farmers and tradespeople.
Two dead after head-on Sydney Harbour Bridge crash
A five-vehicle collision on the Sydney Harbour Bridge claimed two lives, injured a pregnant woman and resulted in one, albeit unrelated, arrest.
Wild weather to lash several states as systems collide
Wild weather is on the way for parts of Australia after a storm "like a freight train but worse" hit regional Victoria.
Young children face jail again under controversial laws
The Northern Territory government has passed controversial laws to once again lower the age of criminal responsibility.
King Charles and Queen Camilla touch down in Australia
Australia has welcomed the reigning monarch for the first time in more than a decade as King Charles and Queen Camilla touched down in Sydney.
Care economy growing fast and boom set to continue
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended Australia's fast-growing care economy, dismissing federal opposition criticism as rooted in "snobbiness".
Generators chase peaks as wholesale energy prices spike
Batteries are setting the price in the electricity market more often than a year ago but gas is the dominant price-setter as generators chase lucrative spikes.
Greg Lynn jailed for 32 years but appeal on the cards
Ex-Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn has already flagged an appeal as he starts a 32-year jail term for the murder of Victorian camper Carol Clay in March 2020.
Solar panel pioneer in the spotlight at tech awards
Batteries made from waste, earthquake-proof buildings and solar panel technology that keeps lights on around the world have been recognised at an awards gala.
Motorists urged to stay home instead as storms build
A huge cold front sweeping Australia's southeast is bringing wild storms, giant hail and damaging winds as it meets a humid, unstable air mass.
Death of Hamas boss ‘can be turning point in conflict’
Australian politicians have called for urgent humanitarian aid for Gaza and an end to the war in the middle east after Israel killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar.
Minister’s resignation adds to Liberal Party woes
A Tasmanian Liberal minister has quit cabinet after mental health struggles, leaving the premier with another role to fill during a tumultuous week.
Mpox cases in Australia surge past 1000
As the number of mpox cases in Australia climbs to the highest numbers yet, Victoria's chief health officer has warned that anyone can be affected.
Time not on Labor’s side in territory election battle
Without published polling, its anyone's guess if Labor's Andrew Barr can secure a fourth term as ACT leader or whether the Liberals can end 23 years in exile.
Building bans and buybacks floated for flood zones
A federal investigation into flood insurance failures urges an end to building in high-risk areas and government intervention to stop skyrocketing premiums.
‘Purgatory’: mum speaks out after son’s hit-run death
A mother who lost her young son in a collision with a truck more than 20 years ago has described hit-run incidents as "particularly cruel" on victims.
Is it an SUV? Is it a hatch? … it’s a Mitsubishi ASX
The ASX fills a vital spot in Mitsubishi's line up: larger than a Lancer but smaller than the equally popular Outlander.
Political prisoners concerned by diplomacy red tape
Australians wrongfully detained oversees are decrying being freed only to fall through the cracks back home, citing lack of support for them and their families.
Royals take a sunny stroll in Aussie whistlestop tour
King Charles and Queen Camilla are about to start a busy program of official events across two cities over the course of three days.
Storm threat remains as wild weather starts to ease
Showers and storms are set to linger in eastern Australia following days of wild weather, while some residents remain on alert for thunderstorms.
Premier apologises for ‘sub-optimal’ hospital care
Queensland's premier has had a bump in the polls a week out from the state election as he issues a personal apology on the campaign trail.
Independent wins beach battle in Liberal-teal fight
The Liberal Party has retained two seats and lost another in its latest tussle with the teals in three by-elections.
Greg Lynn’s first night in jail after murder sentence
The Victorian Supreme Court room was packed with family and friends of murdered camper Carol Clay when former Jetstar pilot Greg Lynn learnt his fate.
Triumphant Labor extends reign to 27 years in ACT
Canberrans have returned Labor and the Greens to power in the ACT, resigning the Liberals to more than a quarter of a century in the political wilderness.
Peace call after Hamas leader’s death, ceasefire doubts
The prime minister and foreign minister have used the death of Hamas' leader to reiterate calls for the war in Gaza to end but experts say this is unlikely.
Liam Payne’s ex-partner calls for restraint after death
Pop singer Cheryl has spoken of her grief at ex-partner Liam Payne's death and called for people to respect the former One Direction member's dignity.
Beaches reopen after baffling tar ball mystery
Remaining Sydney beaches affected by tar balls have been cleared to reopen this weekend as authorities continue trying to identify who or what was responsible.
Reluctant search and rescue heroes celebrated at awards
A search coordinator who helped pull off the extraordinary rescue of two pilots forced to ditch into the Pacific has been recognised for his team's efforts.