Why ‘noisy’ electric cars could save Australian lives
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
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Leaders to meet as thousands rally to end violence
Tens of thousands of people have marched around Australia to call for an end to violence against women as the prime minister convenes an emergency meeting.
Australia gives $100m to Ukraine during minister’s trip
Air defence systems, unmanned drones and equipment such as helmets and boots will be provided to Ukraine as part of a new $100 million Australian aid package.
Opposition parties combine in race to govern Solomons
Two opposition parties in the Solomon Islands have joined forces as they court independents in a bid to reach the 26 seats needed to form a government.
National gun register to be established by 2028
Some $160 million will be spent on creating a new national gun register aimed at increasing community and police safety.
Publisher ‘killed story of Trump affair to help him’
Former publisher David Pecker says he opted not to run a story about Donald Trump because it would have hurt Trump's chances of winning the 2016 election.
India election sees turnout fall in second phase
Almost one billion people are eligible to vote in the seven-phase general election in India that began on April 19 and concludes on June 1
Australians demand end to violence against women crisis
Advocates fear violence against women is becoming normalised in Australia as women and allies turned out to protest across the nation.
Drones hit the skies in must-win fire ant war
Drones have joined the war on fire ants as investigations continue into the first detection of the super pest in the Murray Darling Basin, west of Brisbane.
Path to healing as First Nations inquiry starts work
The members of the truth-telling and healing Inquiry intended to further close the gap of First Nations Queenslanders have been announced.
Anger as centre goes to police training, not housing
A decision to use an empty $400 million quarantine facility for police training has been described as a "bitter blow" in the fight against homelessness.
Renting families, overseas students not in competition
Rentals are in short supply and prices are rising fast but there's more to the story than international students, the Student Accommodation Council says.
Community alliance slams ‘harm’ from employment service
Community organisations, unions and First Nations groups have demanded the government meet its commitments to support the unemployed and disadvantaged.
Laws to put the brakes on ramming emergency vehicles
Deliberately ramming an emergency vehicle will be a standalone offence under proposed laws set to be introduced to Queensland parliament.
Dutton backs Musk on global policing of internet
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has backed Elon Musk's argument that Australia has no business policing the internet amid legal challenges and wranglings.
Crisafulli coy on poll numbers as LNP extends Qld lead
The Liberal National Party opposition is on track for a huge Queensland election victory in October based on the latest YouGov polling.
Queenslanders gather in their thousands for Anzac Day
Large crowds have gathered for dawn services in Queensland and at the annual Brisbane parade to honour former and current defence force personnel on Anzac Day.
US justices lean toward level of immunity in Trump case
"We're writing a rule for the ages," Justice Neil Gorsuch has said during arguments about whether US presidents have some immunity against criminal charges.
Publisher cancelled Trump affair story buy, court told
The publisher of a US tabloid has told a court he ultimately cancelled a deal that would allow Donald Trump to buy the silence of a woman alleging an affair.
Hundreds gather in Sydney for Anzac Day dawn service
Hundreds of people, including veterans, have gathered at the Cenotaph in Sydney's Martin Place for the Dawn Service on Anzac Day.
Borrowers warned not to count on 2024 rates relief
Hotter-than-expected inflation data has likely pushed back the start date for interest rate cuts, a move that will keep pressure on mortgage holder budgets.
Bishop backs stabbing video staying online
The Sydney bishop stabbed during a live-streamed church service wants the videos of his attack to remain online, and has warned against curbing free speech.
Nation commemorates Anzac Day to remember the fallen
Veterans, defence personnel and their families proudly displayed service medals on marches in honour of those who died or were injured defending Australia.
Solomon Islands’ pro-China party fails to win majority
The party of Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has failed to secure a major in the parliamentary elections, winning 15 of 50 seats.
Renters could save $5400 if there was a cap, Greens say
Queensland renters could have saved $5400 in the past two years if the government had established a cap amid soaring prices and low vacancies.
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Bishop wants stabbing videos kept online, X tells court
Elon Musk's X has taken its fight against Australia's internet safety watchdog to court, arguing the online regulator cannot police what global users see.
Warnings kids are exposed to ‘extremist poison’ online
As children spend more time online, the federal police boss warns they are being exposed to extremist content, fuelling calls for age verification systems.
Industrial sites set for emissions reduction grants
Nine sites will share in $330 million of federal funding as part of efforts to decarbonise and go to cleaner energy.
Encryption hampering terror probes: security heads
The heads of ASIO and the federal police have warned an expansion of encryption services on social media could impact terrorism investigations.
Albanese completes historic Kokoda Trail trek
Anthony Albanese has completed his two-day, 15km trek along the Kokoda Trail with Papua New Guinea's prime minister in the lead-up to Anzac Day commemorations.
Slow progress on inflation tempers interest rate hopes
Australia's annual inflation rate has sunk to a two-year low but is slightly above expectations, which might lengthen the wait time for rate cuts.