Aid worker death transparency in Israeli interest: Wong
The foreign minister says any investigation from Israel into the deaths of aid workers in Gaza needed to be transparent and accountable.
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Mediator picked to resolve Melbourne Airport rail spat
A mediator has been appointed to resolve a long-running stalemate between the Victorian government and Melbourne Airport over a rail link's final stop.
Australia calls for two-state solution to end Gaza war
Recognising a Palestinian state may be the only way to build momentum for a two-state solution in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Penny Wong says.
Ex-Navy man takes the helm in defence force shake-up
Australia's next chief of the defence force will be the first from the Navy in more than two decades, as the military prepares for the AUKUS alliance.
Australia signals support for a Palestinian state
Foreign Minister Penny Wong says recognising a Palestinian state may be the only way to build momentum for a two-state solution in the Middle East.
Tougher laws call to tackle organised crime profits
Measures to stamp down on the profits of organised crime in a digital world have been recommended in a Crime and Corruption Commission report.
Mediator appointed to end Melbourne Airport rail fight
A mediator has been appointed to resolve a long-running stalemate between the Victorian government and Melbourne Airport over a rail link's final stop.
New-homes target not going to plan amid tradie shortage
Only one jurisdiction is forecast to achieve its share of a five-year national housing plan, but one premier has defended the goal over "mushy" targets.
Residents waiting years on claims after 2022 floods
Queenslanders whose homes were damaged two years ago in disastrous flooding say they are still waiting on claims to be finalised or repairs to begin.
Judgment day set again for Lehrmann defamation case
The highly-anticipated judgment in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Ten will be delivered next week after the court heard new, last-minute evidence.
Japan partnership an ‘evolution’ of AUKUS: PM
As AUKUS partners plan to work with Japan on technology sharing, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the security pact will not grow to four countries.
Ex-Navy chief takes the helm in defence force shake-up
The first navy boss in 22 years to lead the Australian Defence Force will play a key role in laying the foundation for the multi billion-dollar AUKUS alliance.
Albanese urges transparency on Gaza aid worker deaths
The prime minister has welcomed more transparency and accountability on probes into the deaths of several aid workers, including Australian Zomi Frankcom.
David Johnston named as new chief of defence force
Vice Admiral David Johnston has been appointed the new Chief of the Australian Defence Force, replacing General Angus Campbell.
Tradie shortage spells doom for bid to build 1.2m homes
The most significant measure to solve Australia's housing crisis won't be achieved, builders predict amid workforce shortages.
‘Logical’ for Japan to partner with AUKUS security pact
The federal government says it's "logical" to work with Japan on defence technology projects.
Street drugs to be tested for purity, harmful additives
Illicit drugs will be tested for their purity and mix of substances in an inner-city program that will provide detailed analysis to users.
Lobbying ‘essential’ to democracy: anti-corruption boss
Lobbying has long been viewed with distrust but the NSW anti-corruption commissioner says it is necessary and can serve the public interest when done well.
Gaza ceasefire talks amid increased aid efforts
Hamas, US and Israeli officials are set to take part in ceasefire talks amid increased efforts to bring aid to people in Gaza.
Make-up of Tasmanian parliament finally settled
With the final seat going to an independent, Premier Jeremy Rockliff says the make-up of Tasmania's parliament has finally been decided.
Victoria to make driver’s licences available on phones
Victorian drivers will soon have the option to carry their licence on their phone, more than six years after those in South Australia were given the choice.
Chaos as Sydney drenched with month of rain in 16 hours
Massive downpours are hitting large parts of NSW, leading to car rescues, expected dam spills and delayed and cancelled flights at Sydney Airport.
Bishop named United Nations special envoy for Myanmar
Ex-foreign minister Julie Bishop has been appointed United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' special envoy on Myanmar.
Body found as flooding forces 168 rescues across NSW
Record rainfall across Sydney and parts of NSW have caused flooding and widespread damage with authorities issuing evacuation orders for some communities.
Migrant water safety cash call after double drowning
The Victorian government is being urged to invest more in multicultural water safety education after the deaths of two men from Melbourne's Indian community.
SA police head to Alice Springs for curfew back-up
The Northern Territory government has pulled in South Australian reinforcements to relieve the pressure in Alice Springs as a youth curfew rolls on.
Fisherman, Liberals fight for final Tasmanian seat
One seat remains in doubt after a Tasmanian election that delivered a hung parliament in which the Liberals need crossbench support to form minority government.
Australia briefed on report into killing of aid worker
An Israeli military spokesman says Australia is among the countries that have been presented the report into how their citizens were killed in a Gaza strike.
Lehrmann’s ‘integrity’ challenged in defamation stoush
Allegations levelled in court against Bruce Lehrmann by a former TV producer call into question his honesty and integrity, a lawyer for Network Ten claims.
Ministers mark 75 years of NATO, agree on Ukraine aid
NATO ministers have agreed to start planning for a bigger role in getting military aid to Ukraine as they commemorated 75 years of the trans-Atlantic alliance.
Calls for suspension as a last resort in schools
Experts have called for schools to have a support-based model in submissions to a parliamentary committee scrutinising Queensland's education reforms.