Australia munitions aid ‘won’t be the last’ for Ukraine
Air defence and other munitions won't be the last support Australia pledges to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, the government says.
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Alice looks beyond curfew to long-term social solutions
A curfew imposed on Alice Springs has calmed violence in the Northern Territory town as its community looks for long-term solutions to crime and other issues.
Kenya president sacks cabinet, bows to protest pressure
Kenyan President William Ruto has dismissed almost the entire cabinet following fierce protests against his government.
ALP condemns Gaza school bombing amid community outrage
Federal cabinet minister Jason Clare has condemned the bombing of schools in Gaza, as Australian Muslims continue to warn they feel disenfranchised by Labor.
Labor announces new candidates to take on Qld seats
A candidate defeated in the last federal election returns for Labor in the same Queensland seat, with the backing of his "very good friend" the prime minister.
‘Shocking’ report: half of sexual offenders target kids
Sobering statistics have painted a bleak picture of sexual offences across Australia, with men making up the overwhelming majority of perpetrators.
NATO backs Ukraine as Biden faces pressure to drop out
While President Joe Biden and fellow NATO leaders have focused on supporting Ukraine, the US summit host has continued to face calls not to run for re-election.
Biden to face media in a effort to quell age concerns
Facing calls by his own party to drop out, President Joe Biden will hold a high-stakes news conference in a bid to ease fears about his age and mental acuity.
Echoes of pandemic as freight woes lift consumer prices
Australians could be forced to spend more on items ranging from confectionery to luxury items and medical goods as a result of global shipping issues.
Plan sought for Alice Springs as curfew cools violence
Authorities will keep tabs on an influx of visitors to Alice Springs after the town emerged from a three-night curfew imposed after an eruption of violence.
Indigenous voice advocates ‘not giving up’ after defeat
Heartened by the millions of Australians who voted 'yes', advocates of an Indigenous voice to parliament will not give up despite the referendum result.
Biden, NATO members poised to unveil new Ukraine aid
Helping Ukraine in its war against Russia remains top of the agenda for NATO as President Joe Biden hosts the alliance's summit in Washington.
Warnings against ‘knee-jerk’ response to youth crime
The Victorian government must not let community fears of a crime crisis trigger backward steps on justice reforms, youth groups say.
Social media age limits ‘likely to make things worse’
Bringing in age restrictions for social media could make safety issues worse for young users, child protection organisations have told a parliamentary hearing.
Anzac Day trade ban to end ‘creeping commercialisation’
NSW is extending its Anzac Day trading bans to cover the full day, but retailers say the move is out of step with what staff and shoppers want.
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Australia to announce Ukraine aid as NATO looks east
Ukraine will receive further military support from Australia, the government has hinted as the defence minister shores up NATO support for the Indo-Pacific.
Watchdog warns on budget after cop’s serial child abuse
A police officer's child sex abuse crimes will lead to tougher investigation powers but a corruption watchdog has warned it needs more funding to enact them.
Anzac Day retail trading ban in NSW to respect veterans
NSW is imposing a complete ban on retail trading on Anzac Day in a move designed to encourage more citizens to pay their respects to the nation's veterans.
Australia to announce more Ukraine aid at NATO summit
Further support for Ukraine is set to be announced at a key NATO summit as Kyiv calls for aid after a Russian missile barrage struck a children's hospital.
Ukraine will stop Putin, forceful Biden tells NATO
The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.
Smart meters to keep the lights on, one home at a time
Some $50 million for the latest home energy tech aims to help consumers save money by controlling car charging, solar panels, batteries, hot water and aircon.
Watchdog beefed up after cop’s decades of abusing boys
Government has accepted all recommendations of a review into decades of child sexual abuse by a police officer, including victim compensation and new powers.
Community pressure builds over youth crime crisis
Police, legal experts and youth workers will sit down with the Victorian government in a bid to assuage community concerns about rising youth crime.
Australia urged to use frozen Russian funds on hospital
Australia's Ukrainian diaspora has condemned a deadly attack on a children's hospital as the nation's ambassador calls for aid and action against Russia.
Embattled Biden greets NATO allies at summit in US
The leaders of members of NATO are visiting the United States as President Joe Biden hosts a summit of the military alliance.
‘Universe of devastation’: PM mourns spate of DV deaths
The prime minister has expressed heartbreak over "futures torn away" by domestic violence but is facing criticism over the funding of frontline services.
Dirty cash flow into Australia risks global reputation
Drug traffickers, terrorists and other criminal groups exploit Australia's extensive trade relations to mask illicit financial transactions, regulators warn.
‘Get on with each other’: envoy targets anti-Semitism
Businesswoman Jillian Segal has been appointed as a special envoy to combat anti-Semitism, with a similar role for for Islamophobia soon to follow.
Gas before nuclear ‘thought bubble’ as coal reign ends
Gas will keep the lights on in Australia's most populous state, the NSW energy minister says, while dismissing a proposed nuclear power option.
Pacific banking bolstered with federal $6 million boost
Banking services in Pacific nations will be strengthened with $6.3 million from the federal government, as Australian financial services are urged to stay.
China-backed hackers blamed for espionage, data theft
China has hit out at Australia over "groundless smears" after a state-sponsored group was accused of hacking attacks, renewing tensions between the nations.