Refugee freed of ankle cuff and curfew after court bid
A Sudanese refugee is no longer forced to wear an ankle monitoring bracelet nor abide by a daily curfew after taking his case to the High Court.
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New leader vows integrity overhaul after shares scandal
The Northern Territory's new leader will review conflict of interest rules after Natasha Fyles quit the top job following a string of controversies.
Steeper cost of small reactors a blow to nuclear push
A push to add nuclear to Australia's energy mix may be silenced by a steep upward revision of the cost of small reactors by the national science agency.
Man sentenced for threat to kill federal MP
A man has been sentenced to a good behaviour bond and probation after admitting making threats to kill people including federal MP Anne Webster.
Growth, ore prices to swell WA budget surplus to $3.7b
A $3.7 billion operating surplus for 2023/24 has been projected by the WA government, up from May's $3.3 billion amid the highest economic growth in nine years.
Renewed flood menace as cyclone carnage mounts
Far north Queensland is bracing for more flooding as the evacuation of a community and the search for a missing elderly man continues.
NT Treasurer Eva Lawler set for chief minister’s job
The Northern Territory's Labor government has decided on a new leader after Natasha Fyles was forced out of the top job over shares in a manganese mine.
Support for army reserve model in bushfire response
The majority of Australians support better working conditions for volunteer firefighters, as the government reviews the nation's crisis response capability.
New Kiwi PM flags potential for AUKUS tech co-operation
The new prime minister of New Zealand says development of military technology under the AUKUS agreement is an area where it could work together with Australia.
Assange appeal against US extradition set for February
Julian Assange's supporters say a date has been set for the WikiLeaks founder's final appeal against extradition to the United States from the United Kingdom.
Diplomacy favoured by PM over warship to Red Sea
Australia could contribute better to Middle East stability through diplomacy, says the prime minister as the government mulls a request to send a warship.
Colorado court disqualifies Trump from holding office
Colorado's top court has declared Donald Trump engaged in insurrection in 2021 and is ineligible to be on the state's presidential ballot.
‘Reasonable’ for freed terrorist to have strict orders
A terrorism expert has backed a court's decision to release convicted terrorist Abdul Nacer Benbrika under strict conditions instead of keeping him detained.
A country jackpot: cash incentive to lure GPs out bush
A $10,000 cash incentive is being used to convince doctors of the benefits of a life in the country, as one state tries to plug a regional GP shortage.
NZ government axes $7b in projects as forecasts worsen
New Zealand Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the previous government were "economic and fiscal vandals", revealing a worsening set of economic forecasts.
Turkish airline lands flight deal in wake of Qatar snub
Turkish Airlines has been granted an expansion of services into Australia in a federal government decision following its rejection of a similar Qatari bid.
Teary NT chief minister resigns over shares scandal
Natasha Fyles has quit as Northern Territory chief minister after failing to declare a parcel of shares, forcing Labor to look for a new leader.
‘A real solid’: NZ PM applauds Aust deportees move
Chris Luxon is set to represent New Zealand overseas for the first time, with the prime minister to visit Australia counterpart Anthony Albanese in Sydney.
RBA wary of unemployment jump ahead of rates call
The central bank board mulled over another cash rate increase or staying on hold at the December meeting, and kept its options open for more tightening.
Defence chief to join US talks on Red Sea security
Australia will be represented at a virtual meeting hosted by the US to discuss security in the Red Sea and moves to prevent rebels attacking ships.
Mobile phone coverage boost for bushfire prone areas
Another tranche of black spot funding will target communities at greater risk of bushfires to boost mobile coverage and reliability.
Queensland flooding first priority for new ministers
Queensland Premier Steven Miles tells his newly sworn in ministry '"it's time to get to work".
‘Divisive’ Oly portfolio axed in new-look state cabinet
The revamped Queensland cabinet does not feature an Olympics portfolio, with new state premier Steven Miles saying it had become "divisive".
NZ PM Luxon caught out on Maori language lessons
Taxpayers have paid for New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon's Maori language classes despite his criticism of public servants receiving bonuses for its use.
Housing portfolio grows in Queensland cabinet reshuffle
Queensland's Labor government has ushered in five new ministers as the successor to Annastacia Palaszczuk sets his sights on winning the 2024 state election.
More tax in government coffers hailed by treasurer
The mid-year fiscal update contained no extra cost of living relief, although the federal treasurer has not ruled out more help in his next budget.
Dutton is Australia’s least trusted MP: Roy Morgan
Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is Australia's least trusted politician, according to a Roy Morgan poll.
US nuclear submarine laws a ‘significant step forward’
The US is closer to selling nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a major hurdle, the development labelled a "significant step".
‘Walloped’: NSW treasurer blames feds for budget strain
NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey has delivered a budget update his opponents have branded the "nightmare before Christmas".
New premier announces ambitious climate target
Steven Miles has used his first speech as Queensland's new premier to outline his priorities including an ambitious climate action plan.
Fearless Indigenous leader remembered at state funeral
The legacy of renowned Indigenous leader and Northern Territory Australian of the year, Dr Bush-Blanasi has been honoured at a state funeral.