Israel bombs Gaza, Putin warns conflict could spread
Israeli ground forces have made a big incursion into Gaza, before withdrawing, as Russia's Vladimir Putin warns conflict could spread beyond the Middle East.
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Joe Biden issues warning to Australia over China
As Anthony Albanese prepares to jet to China, US President Joe Biden has urged Australia to "trust, but verify" when dealing with Beijing.
Surprise Hamas attack shows need for ADF reform: brass
Australia's defence department boss has pointed to Hamas' surprise attack against Israel as evidence of the need for urgent military reform at home.
Warning over Indigenous custody deaths after voice fail
An Indigenous senator says the government shouldn't treat Aboriginal deaths in custody as a "side dish", urging them to fulfil royal commission recommendations.
Human tragedy in Israel-Gaza deeply distressing: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reflected on 'disturbing rhetoric' about Israel and Gaza as Australia backs a global statement on the conflict.
Albanese to urge support so AUKUS can ‘forge ahead’
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will discuss the AUKUS partnership with US lawmakers to pave the way for Australia's acquisition of nuclear submarines.
Spike in petrol prices adding to inflation pain
Australian motorists should not expect fuel price relief any time soon due to a weak exchange rate and volatile oil markets
Breakthrough on wine dispute ahead of PM’s China visit
Australia has reached an agreement with China to suspend their wine tariffs dispute as Anthony Albanese prepares to travel to the Asian superpower within weeks.
Gaza blast underlines the need to protect civilians: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is calling for the protection of civilians in Gaza following a hospital blast that killed hundreds of people.
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High Court rules against electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully imposed electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
Biden cancels visit to Jordan after Gaza hospital blast
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has cancelled his scheduled meeting with US President Joe Biden.
High Court rules against state electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully charged electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
Biden to visit Israel on Wednesday, Blinken confirms
US President Joe Biden will hold talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel.
Qld health minister to investigate whistleblower claims
Queensland's health minister is seeking more information after whistleblowers came forward with claims about mental health patients and rape victims.
Australians offered repatriation flights from Israel
Up to 10,000 Australians in Israel will be offered repatriation flights as the Middle East nation reels from deadly terror attacks.
Schumer calls on Xi to support Israel after attacks
US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has told Xi Jinping that China's statement on the Hamas attack didn't show any support for Israel.
Agriculture ministers on the march against fire ants
The spread of an ant that can kill native species and livestock has dominated a meeting of senior ministers, with power poles above farmland also on the agenda.
Broadband in the boondocks delivers big jobs boost
Households in regional and remote areas are benefiting most from faster broadband, which is also creating more jobs, according to a report.
Electric cars face speed bump on road to price parity
Electric cars are forecast to become cheaper to buy than petrol cars in some countries within one to three years but subsidies can speed up progress.
Kim Jong-un invites Putin to North Korea for talks
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from Kim Jong-un to attend a meeting in North Korea, state media reports.
Certainty for temporary health workers in NSW budget
Temporary frontline workers at risk of being let go from their positions will be made permanent under a NSW budget measure to improve hospital staffing levels.
Qld backs the Gabba as Olympic host site
A Senate inquiry wants a review into the decision to host the 2032 Brisbane Olympics at the Gabba, with concerns about plans to revamp the stadium.
North Korea’s Kim in Russia amid US warnings on arms
Kim Jong-un has arrived in Russia after leaving Pyongyang on his private train, ahead of an expected meeting with President Vladimir Putin.
Racism and fear claims levelled at referendum campaigns
The 'yes' and 'no' campaigns have accused each other of misleading the Australians as the deadline to enshrine an Indigenous voice to parliament draws near.
Camera glitch leaves drivers incorrectly suspended
Queensland's transport minister has ordered an urgent review after a phone and seatbelt camera scheme left nearly 2000 drivers incorrectly fined or suspended.
Coalition won’t be departing from net zero: Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has slapped down a National Party push to abandon a commitment to net zero emissions.
Russia praises G20 declaration as summit draws to close
Russia has praised the G20 consensus declaration that avoids direct criticism of its war in Ukraine as "balanced" as Joe Biden skips the summit's final session.
Modi calls for virtual meet as India’s G20 summit wraps
Narendra Modi has called for a virtual meeting of G20 leaders in November as India closes the 2023 summit and hands the bloc presidency to Brazil.
Enrolment urged as starting gun fired on referendum
Australians have seven days to enrol or change their details to vote in the upcoming Indigenous voice to parliament referendum on October 14.
Referendum ‘no’ strategy is to ‘flat out lie’: minister
The 'no' campaign has been accused of telling lies to ensure the Indigenous voice to parliament referendum fails, with only weeks until polling day.
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Audit to identify Australia’s worst mobile black spots
Work mapping the country's worst areas for mobile coverage could begin next year after the government called for tenders in a $20 million project.