Human rights groups urge action on Myanmar
Australia is being called upon to exert more pressure on Myanmar's military dictatorship following the release of jailed economist Sean Turnell.
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COP27 deadline in Egypt extended by a day
The global climate conference COP27 will be extended by one day, the Egyptian government says.
Victorian Libs accuse VEC of interference
The Victorian Electoral Commission and Liberal Leader Matthew Guy are at odds over whether he and others fully co-operated with the body's donation-based probe.
Australia is back at world table: Albanese
Trade talks at the APEC summit in Thailand could be a chance for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to progress talks about China lifting sanctions on Australia.
PM joins leaders to condemn North Korea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined colleagues from the United States, Canada, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand to condemn a ballistic missile launch.
EU midway path on climate damage fund
An EU proposal to resolve an impasse at the UN climate summit in Egypt is to set up a special fund to cover loss and damage in the most vulnerable countries.
Mixed emotions after MH17 murder verdict
It's been a bittersweet day for grieving families of the victims killed in the shooting down of MH17 after a Dutch court put the blame at Russia's feet.
COP-27 draft climate deal sticks to 1.5C
A draft document issued by delegates at the UN COP-27 climate summit in Egypt commits to keep global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Pelosi steps down as US House leader
US Speaker Nancy Pelosi says "the hour has come for a new generation" as she steps down after Democrats lost control of the House in the midterm elections.
Industrial umpire scraps Svitzer lockout
The Fair Work Commission has stepped in to ensure a port lockout by tugboat operator Svitzer cannot go ahead for six months, as a pay dispute continues.
SA to look at faster treatment for UTIs
A South Australian parliamentary committee is likely to be established to look at giving people easier access to medication to treat urinary tract infections.
Republicans to win US House majority
Republicans have won control of the US House, projections show, returning the party to power and giving them leverage to blunt President Joe Biden's agenda.
Flood buy-backs could be expanded: Watt
Emergency Management Minister Murray Watt says a scheme buying homes from owners in flood-prone NSW and Queensland might be rolled out elsewhere.
Guy referred to IBAC as Vic election looms
Victorian Opposition Leader Matthew Guy has proclaimed his innocence after being referred to the anti-corruption watchdog over an alleged political donor deal.
Annual wages growth reaches 3.1 pct
Wages are tracking upwards, growing by 3.1 per cent in the year to September, but still failing to keep up with the rising cost of living.
Trump launches 2024 US presidential run
Former United States president Donald Trump has announced he will run for president again in 2024, getting the jump on his rivals.
John Howard leads tributes to Peter Reith
Former defence minister Peter Reith has been remembered as a fierce political advocate and family man who was disliked by his opponents.
Teals’ Vic vote cards allowed to be used
Three independent candidates have successfully challenged the Victorian Electorate Commission's decision to rule their how-to-vote cards as misleading.
Svitzer lockout to impact ag exports
The Albanese government will argue the indefinite lockout by tugboat operator Svitzer should be stopped because it will damage the Australian economy.
Aussie unemployment rate falls to 3.4 pct
The jobless rate has fallen back to 3.4 per cent, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, with the labour market still extremely competitive.
Biden’s team warily welcomes Trump’s run
US President Joe Biden and his predecessor Donald Trump's teams appear equally enthused about a potential rematch in the 2024 presidential race.
Republicans on verge of US House majority
The Democrats are set to usher in two years of divided government in the United States as Republicans edge close to control of the House of Representatives.
Albanese and China’s Xi meet in Bali
In a significant diplomatic breakthrough at the G20 summit, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had a "constructive" meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Aust ready for next UN prison inspection
Australia 'regrets' the suspension of a 12-day tour of detention facilities by a delegation of prison inspectors, it tells the UN.
Albanese wraps G20 summit with trade talks
Anthony Albanese has joined other leaders in condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine while pushing the case for a free trade agreement with the European Union.
Australia and China reset relationship
A meeting between Anthony Albanese and Xi Jinping has been hailed as an important move towards mending Australia-China diplomatic relations.
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Ukrainian missile may have hit Poland
A missile that killed two people in Poland was a Ukrainian air defence missile, US President Joe Biden has reportedly told allies.
Watchdog probing Townsville casino junkets
Queensland's casino regulator is still probing Townville's Ville Resort-Casino over allegations it offered patrons illegal junkets.
Outgoing Nats MP ‘grateful’ to Barilaro
An outgoing Nationals MP has said she will always be grateful to divisive former deputy premier John Barilaro as she farewells her career in NSW politics.
US election denier loses race for Arizona
Republican Kari Lake's defeat in Arizona has capped a triumphant week for Democrats, who defied conservatives' hopes for a "red wave" in US midterm elections.
Petrol hits 17-week high, but relief ahead
Motorists are paying more than $2 a litre at the pump in several major cities but some cities are entering the discounting phase of their fuel cycles.