Build-to-rent incentives ‘may open door for predators’
Incentives to build more rental properties in the midst of a housing crisis may not improve the landscape unless protections are built in, experts warn.
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Govt claims native title case creates ‘vast’ liability
The federal government has started its appeal of a native title case around a mining lease, arguing it would create "vast" claims for compensation.
Travellers warned to avoid Bangladesh as unrest spreads
Political unrest in Bangladesh has heightened the risk to travellers who are now being told to avoid visiting the troubled South Asian nation.
Middle East ceasefire ‘never more urgent’: Wong
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has reiterated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East following talks with her US counterpart.
Premier defends staged Sunshine Coast direct rail build
New direct rail north of Brisbane is yet to get moving but the Queensland government has defended the project amid calls it would create further congestion.
Bangladesh interim govt expected to be finalised soon
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus will head Bangladesh's interim government, and protest leaders expect the remaining members are close to being finalised.
Reynolds feared losing job over ‘lying cow’ comment
Senator Linda Reynolds has told her defamation trial she feared losing her ministerial job after she called Brittany Higgins a "lying cow".
Democrats Harris, Walz to campaign in crucial states
Fresh from his debut as Kamala Harris's running mate, Tim Walz joins her on a US presidential campaign trip to the midwest, where the Democrats need to do well.
Sharper knife laws allow anywhere, anytime searches
Western Australia's proposed new knife laws will subject everyone in search areas to mandatory wanding or walk-through metal detectors.
Rent-seekers targeted in background-check fee ban
Prospective tenants are pressured to pay for checks on legally dubious databases as technology is installed between tenants and owners in a bid for profits.
Iran doesn’t want escalation but must ‘punish’ Israel
Iran is determined to must punish Israel for the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in its capital but insists it's not seeking to raise regional tensions.
Bangladesh’s parliament dissolved after PM resigns
Bangladesh's president has dissolved parliament, paving the way for new elections after prime minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country amid violent unrest.
Reynolds recalls breakdown amid Higgins’ allegations
Liberal senator Linda Reynolds has told a defamation trial the pressure of the Higgins saga caused her to break down in parliament.
Google maintains illegal monopoly over search: US judge
"Google is a monopolist, and it has acted as one to maintain its monopoly," a US judge has ruled, say the search engine illegally exploits its dominance.
Iran ambassador called in after ‘hateful’ comments
Comments calling for Israel to be wiped out have been denounced by Anthony Albanese, who confirmed Iran's ambassador to Australia had been summoned.
Harris picks Walz for VP running mate: sources
US Vice President Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota governor Tim Walz to be her running mate, sources have told media outlets.
Premier pumps up transport vision ahead of election
Motorists would be able to fill up their vehicles at state-owned petrol stations with capped price rises under a re-election pitch by Queensland's government.
Lack of social media enforcement behind radicalisation
Security experts say governments not regulating social media in its early years may have led to young people being more easily radicalised online.
Harris to name VP pick before battleground states tour
The guessing game is almost over as Kamala Harris prepares to announce her running mate before the they set off on a campaign blitz of battleground states.
Social media and political tensions spur terror threat
Social media is exacerbating the radicalisation of young people by bolstering grievances to the point at which they could turn to violence.
Senator had concerns about Lehrmann before alleged rape
Senator Linda Reynolds has told a defamation trial that she had concerns about Bruce Lehrmann's conduct before he allegedly raped Brittany Higgins.
Watchdogs eye engineered stone suppliers amid bans
Stone suppliers and manufacturers are on different alert levels after some faced surprise inspections after a nationwide ban took effect.
‘Be aware but not afraid’: plots raise terrorism threat
A string of alleged terror plots investigated by Australia's intelligence agency led to the threat level being increased for the first time in a decade.
Uluru Statement a guiding force, treaty prospects drift
The Uluru Statement will still steer the government, despite uncertainty about a Makarrata commission, the Indigenous Australians minister says.
Deadly clashes as Bangladesh government imposes curfew
Thousands of people are protesting in Bangladesh's capital to demand justice for more than 200 students and others killed during recent demonstrations.
Higgins’ defence amid ‘fairy tale’ rape cover-up claim
Brittany Higgins' legal team is set to open her defence case against allegations she defamed Liberal Senator Linda Reynolds in a series of social media posts.
US Vice President launches ‘Republicans for Harris’ bid
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is launching "Republicans for Harris" as she tries to win over Republican voters put off by Donald Trump's candidacy
Uluru Statement ideals still guiding government plans
Indigenous Australians Minister Malarndirri McCarthy says the Uluru Statement still guided the government, despite uncertainty about a Makarrata Commission.
Police culture ‘must shift’ after apology to Indigenous
After the NT's police boss apologised for historical mistreatment of Indigenous Australians, advocates are calling for more to turn those words into actions.
Trump seeks earlier debate, Harris says he’s ‘scared’
The campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have argued whether a presidential debate should take place on September 4 or September 10.
Bangladesh PM offers talks, protesters urge her to quit
Thousands of people have protested in Bangladesh's capital to demand justice for more than 200 students and others killed during protests last month.