Extraordinary weather causing disasters, PNG PM says
Papua New Guinean authorities have ramped up rescue efforts following a deadly landslide the prime minister blames on "extraordinary weather patterns".
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Palestinian visas in the lurch as recognition bid fails
Parliamentarians are calling on the government to give Palestinians the same visa rights as Ukrainians as a bid to recognise a state fell flat in parliament.
Jurors likely to deliberate in Trump hush-money trial
Jury deliberations in former US president Donald Trump's hush-money trial are expected to begin following closing arguments and a trial of almost six weeks.
Tax cuts and tourist fees in NZ budget ‘clean-up job’
Income tax relief for Kiwis and higher fees for tourists have been revealed in the first budget of New Zealand's coalition government.
Gas industry rejects ‘leech’ tag over royalty freebies
The Australian government has been accused of letting gas companies get away with daylight robbery by not applying royalties on all of the nation's gas exports.
Trump hush money trial jury ends day of deliberations
The first day of jury deliberation has ended in Donald Trump's New York hush money trial with jurors asking to re-hear potentially crucial testimony.
Family violence shake-up flagged but details scant
Victoria is moving to overhaul family violence laws, but won't follow other states in slapping ankle bracelets on serious offenders.
Building approvals muted and to stay subdued all year
Home building remains in the slow lane but the level of activity has likely stabilised as interest rates stay on hold.
PM wants end to domestic violence but funding queried
Anthony Albanese says the rising rate of domestic violence is alarming, as a report found alcohol, gambling and pornography are some of its biggest drivers.
Push for new 2032 stadium shut down by govt
A renewed push to build a new 2032 Brisbane Olympic stadium has quickly been shut down amid claims it does not fall under the funding envelope.
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Safeguards needed to police fake porn generation apps
Some phone apps and websites have little to no protections to stop people from using AI-image generation to create porn from photos without a person's consent.
Jury reaches verdict in Trump hush money trial
The jury has reached its verdict in Donald Trump's hush-money trial in New York, with an announcement expected shortly.
Consumers limit spending but outlook more promising
Consumers are reining in their spending but an expected recovery in disposable incomes could prove a ray of light for strained retailers.
Mayor referred to corruption watchdog over army service
A watchdog has referred a north Queensland mayor to the Crime and Corruption Commission over his military service history claims following an investigation.
‘No guarantee’ of airport line deal before 2026 poll
Victorian Transport Infrastructure Minister Danny Pearson has tamped down optimism of ending a deadlock over Melbourne's stalled airport rail project.
New campaign to nip consent confusion in the bud
A new multi-million-dollar advertising campaign asks adults to brush up on their understanding of consent before discussing it with each other and young people.
Use it or lose it: 50 cents to catch bus, train, ferry
It will cost just 50 cents to catch public transport in Queensland under a radical six-month trial the government hopes will reduce congestion and woo voters.
Opposition migration policy ‘revenue neutral’
Angus Taylor says the coalition's migration policy won't damage public finances or the economy and will get the balance right between immigration and housing.
Action needed for ageing Stolen Generations survivors
National Sorry Day is a time to reflect on the history of the Stolen Generations, the Healing Foundation says as it calls for more support for survivors.
New Caledonia airport won’t reopen for at least a week
French President Emmanuel Macron has hit pause on electoral reforms that triggered deadly riots in New Caledonia but the island's airport remains closed.
Bipartisan backing for tougher hate-speech penalties
The coalition has indicated it would back a proposal to strengthen hate-speech laws following a rise in anti-Semitic incidents.
PNG aid on the way, more considered as death toll rises
The federal government will provide $2.5 million and consider more aid for Papua New Guinea as the death toll from a landslide rises to more than 2000.
Pro-Palestine protesters move on in ‘good faith’ act
Pro-Palestine protesters camped at the Australian National University have moved their camp ahead of a looming police deadline.
‘Crass, vulgar’ Latham tweet did not target MP: lawyer
A crass, vulgar and offensive tweet by Mark Latham was merely about homosexual sex and did not specifically target a state MP, his lawyers have said.
Modest power price drops for NSW, South Australia
The federal energy regulator's latest default market offer will see bills reduce for NSW and SA customers but a rise for those in Queensland.
Coal super tax to be legislated, ‘protecting’ royalties
Deputy Premier Cameron Dick has ensured future modifications to a Queensland super tax on coal royalties will require legislative changes.
Minister accused of inciting cyberbullying over post
Queensland's health minister has been accused by the opposition of inciting cyberbullying over a social media post regarding a parliamentary jibe.
Power bills to drop as Victoria faces gas shortages
Victoria's electricity regulator has shaved about $100 off the default offer for residential customers but some say it will do little to ease cost pressures.
Violent content needs whole-of-society action: ASIO
Young Australians affected by violent online content need help from all sectors of society, not just law enforcement and security, the national spy chief says.
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Australia to steer its own course on Palestine: PM
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken with world leaders who are preparing to recognise a Palestinian state but says Australia won't be hurried.
Slovakia shooting suspect ‘wanted only to hurt Fico’
A court document suggests a Slovakian suspect has said he did not intend to kill the country's prime minister but "wanted to injure him and damage his health".