Wet year brings on-land nature wins but oceans suffer
Australia's environment has enjoyed another above-average year of rainfall, though climate change has been stressing oceans and vulnerable species.
politics
Silence persists as CFMEU probe rattled by more threats
Witnesses to construction-sector criminality continue to be scared into silence as a state government blocks expanded powers for the corruption watchdog.
Remaining Iranian soccer players join A-League training
Two remaining Iranian soccer players have trained with a local club after five others who initially also sought asylum in Australia reversed their decision.
Schools to stay open as teachers strike over pay deal
Public school teachers have rejected a state government's pay offer and will launch strike action next week.
Scrapped Commonwealth Games becomes an online mockery
It should have been a moment for Australia's athletes on home soil but the 2026 Commonwealth Games has been reduced to cost blowouts and social media mockery.
Taxpayers pay the price for union guerrilla campaign
An inquiry into the militant CFMEU has revealed major construction delays and a costs blowout of an estimated half a billion dollars.
Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump surprised
The Israeli military says it's targeting "Iranian regime infrastructure" with a new wave of strikes across Tehran.
Australia prepares fuel plans if Mideast war drags on
Australia is preparing for all scenarios should the war in the Middle East go on indefinitely and the fuel crisis escalates, the prime minister says.
Trump postpones trip to China over Iran conflict
US President Donald Trump is delaying a diplomatic trip to China that had been planned for months amid the Iran conflict.
Attorney-General Pam Bondi subpoenaed in Epstein probe
US Attorney-General Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed for closed-door testimony on the Epstein probe, amid scrutiny of her handling of the release of the files.
Focus on deportations after killer’s High Court win
A PNG-born murderer has successfully overturned his curfew, prompting a major adjustment to how the government manages criminal asylum seekers.
Hipkins ex’s allegations threaten NZ Labour’s campaign
New Zealand Labour has been rocked by allegations made by leader Chris Hipkins' ex-wife, prompting a debate around whether MPs are entitled to a private life.
Treasurer softens up voters for ‘hard decisions’ on tax
The government will warn of a hit to economic growth and Australia's productivity performance in the upcoming budget, raising the stakes for ambitious reform.
Spike in jobless rate unlikely to end RBA hiking cycle
A rise in unemployment and a surge in hiring point to conflicting impulses in Australia's labour market, but conditions remain relatively tight.
‘Over-prepared’: PM’s pledge on growing fuel crisis
Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.
‘Welcome home Mary’: hometown love fit for queen
Denmark's Queen Mary has wrapped her official Australian tour with a hometown visit to Hobart involving ships, art, lobster and a street gathering.
Revealed: secret robodebt scandal report made public
Investigations into politicians and public servants involved in the unlawful debt collection scheme have been finalised with the release of a secret chapter.
Police back e-bike crackdown after two teenagers die
Two teenagers riding an e-bike have died in a horrific head-on collision with a Harley Davidson, raising more questions about the safety of the devices.
Servos under the pump over quickfire fuel price hikes
Petrol and diesel prices were hiked dramatically almost straight after war broke out in the Middle East, the consumer watchdog has found.
Women judges hold the line against gender justice gap
A small Pacific nation is leading others when it comes to female judiciary representation but disparities around the world affect how justice is delivered.
Arrested T-shirt protester slams slogan crackdown
A teenager forcibly arrested at a protest for wearing a shirt marked with six words says new laws cracking down on slogans don't protect anyone.
Deadly Russian strike on Kyiv with peace talks stalled
Russia has struck Ukraine with missiles and drones, killing at least four people, as peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv remain postponed.
State finally launches ticketless travel – with a catch
Train passengers in one state will finally be able to pay fares with bank cards or iPhones, but the system will only be available to some commuters.
Trump warns of more strikes on Iran’s oil export hub
US President Donald Trump has warned of more strikes on Iran's Kharg Island as he pressures allies to send warships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz.
Protesters attack Cuba communist party office in riot
People in a city in Cuba have taken to the streets in a protest over power cuts that turned into a riot targeting the local communist party office.
More Iranian women soccer players to leave Australia
Some of the Iranian women soccer players granted asylum to Australia have reneged on staying and will head back to Iran at a highly volatile time.
Interest rate hike ‘no slam dunk’ amid Iran uncertainty
Traders and economists widely expect the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates but uncertainty over the Iran war could convince the board to keep them on hold.
Dodgy tobacco stores in sights but no ‘silver bullet’
Inspectors and police will be able to shut down stores selling illegal tobacco, as another state tries to tame the thriving black market in dodgy durries.
Economic chiefs meet to clear path to Trump-Xi summit
Economic chiefs from China and the US are set to meet in Paris to clear a path to an anticipated summit between presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
Family kidnap claims as Iranian soccer players return
As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.
Emergency global stockpile oil coming soon, IEA says
Emergency oil reserves from Asia and Oceania will be available immediately, the International Energy Agency says as it details the release of stockpiles.