Critics say a plan to lock in gas as a long-term source of energy and export revenue will damage the environment and blow up Australia's climate targets.
After initially being spared jail, former Fijian leader Frank Bainimarama has been handed a one-year term for perverting the course of justice.
WA has rolled out a "nation-leading" state budget, with billions of dollars to help families, boost housing supply and diversify its mining-led economy.
Palestine is pleading for more humanitarian support as the international community and aid organisations raise concerns and condemn Israel's invasion of Rafah.
The third federal budget under the Albanese government will be handed down on Tuesday and a number of measures have already been unveiled.
The federal treasurer acknowledges some people can't afford to have more children and is committed to helping families to do so, if that's what they want.
Stormy Daniels has maintained her claims of sex with Donald Trump in a second day of testifying in a hush money trial against the former US president.
A consulting firm and its chief have dropped a defamation case against Nine over reports they engaged in corrupt practices with former federal MP Stuart Robert.
For the first time, students training for jobs in industries with workforce shortages will be paid during their compulsory work placements.
Cost-of-living support will be a key focus in the Albanese government's third federal budget, which will be handed down next week.
Queensland builders fear the government's decision to scrap a transition period ahead of the engineered stone ban will increase costs to the industry.
A judge in former US president Donald Trump's hush money trial has again sanctioned him for violating a gag order on public comments.
More than 700,000 Victorian families will receive a $400 bonus as part of Premier Jacinta Allan's first budget she is touting as family-focused.
NSW Police will be given the power to scan people for knives in shopping malls and transport hubs in a bid to restore public safety after a spate of stabbings.
China has fired back at Australia after a dangerous incident over the Yellow Sea, accusing Canberra of provocative behaviour.
This year's federal budget will include the biggest cash injection in active transport options in more than a decade.
Melbourne Airport Rail has failed to take off, a medical precinct been abandoned and sick pay for casual workers dumped in a Victorian budget with few winners.
The prime minister has offered his sympathies to the family of two Australian brothers, after they fell victim to Mexico's violent crime.
More than half a billion dollars will be allocated for projects helping farmers prepare for drought and to boost their capacity to adapt to climate change.
Australia is concerned proposed deforestation laws in the European Union could impact agricultural trade and wants a delay in the new rules.
A United States company has been given the contract to build the ship lift component of a major maritime infrastructure project in the Northern Territory.
University researchers say they have made a breakthrough in quantum technology that could pave the way for reliable, powerful computers.
A fresh shot has been fired at Melbourne Airport by Victoria's treasurer who suggests the government could partner with a rival if it doesn't deliver projects.
Adult film performer Stormy Daniels has testified Donald Trump was wearing pyjamas when he welcomed her to his hotel suite at a golf tournament in 2006.
A $566 million commitment is part of Australia's long-term plan to incentivise clean energy investment and turn the nation into a renewables superpower.
Not nearly enough houses are being built to meet growing demand but the federal government is still confident it can meet its 1.2 million homes target.
The parents of two Australian brothers murdered in Mexico have mourned their beloved sons as they prepare to bring them home.
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has marched with union members after making an Australian-first health leave announcement for public service workers.
Prosecutors want David McBride to spend at least two years in jail after he pleaded guilty to disclosing classified information revealing alleged war crimes.
Protests about the war in Gaza at universities across the nation are impacting social cohesion, the prime minister warns, as Australia sends Israel a message.
Company monopolies and the need to have goods shipped from Cairns has left Torres Strait Islanders paying over-the-top food prices in Queensland.
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