Vaccine target nears as COVID cases surge
Australia is set to pass 20 million first doses in just days, but it comes as COVID-19 infections rise rapidly across the country.
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Putin ‘drinking his own bathwater’: expert
Two top security heads say sanctions would need to be in place for the long term to hurt Vladimir Putin, who doesn't care about the economic pain of Russians.
Albanese attacks PM on cost of living
Anthony Albanese has hit out at the Morrison government over its approach to cost of living issues ahead of the federal election.
Kitching ostracism claims distressing: PM
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says claims late senator Kimberley Kitching had been ostracised within her party should not be dismissed.
Man dies in floodwaters in NSW far west
A man has died in far western NSW after driving his ute into floodwaters near Broken Hill.
PM hints at pairing back budget spending
Scott Morrison has hinted of the possibility of winding back government spending measures ahead of the budget.
Avoid ocean or risk diarrhoea: Hazzard
It is not wise to go swimming after a one-in-100 year flood event, as waters are likely filled with bacteria, parasites and worse.
Second Sydney train shutdown a possibility
The NSW transport minister has warned there is a "strong possibility" of a second Sydney train shutdown after fresh threats of industrial action from the union.
Two charged over threats against senator
A man and a woman have been charged over threatening messages sent to Labor senator Kristina Keneally after police raided two Sydney homes.
Qld premier’s dept ignored bullying plea
The Queensland premier's department took no action after a top public servant rejected the integrity commissioner's plea for mediation over alleged bullying.
Cruise lines welcome overturn of ban
Cruise lines will be able to resume operating in Australia from April 17, but additional safety measures will be in place.
Qld Trustee claims probed after TV report
The Public Trustee faces an independent review over claims it charged vulnerable Queenslanders huge fees, more than a year after a report revealed the practice.
WA set to host US, UK nuclear submarines
Defence will carry out a study on how WA can be used to support nuclear-powered submarines from the US and the UK as part of the AUKUS agreement.
PM prepared for more Ukraine military aid
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia is prepared to support Ukraine's fight against Russia's invasion by sending more lethal and military aid.
Court reverses climate duty of care ruling
Three Federal Court judges have overturned a finding that the Australian government has a duty of care to protect children from harms caused by climate change.
Inland Rail to cut $200m from freight cost
New modelling reveals a shift from road to the Inland Rail network could slash more than $200 million a year from freight costs.
Risks for Morrison in SA election result
As South Australians go to the polls this weekend, federal political strategists will be scrutinising trends and issues.
MH17 legal bid against Russia ‘has teeth’
Australia has launched legal action alongside the Netherlands against Russia over the downing of flight MH17.
Defence dominates pre-poll announcements
Scott Morrison spruiked his economic and security credentials in Western Australia but remained tight-lipped about any cost of living measures in the budget.
Qld premier takes aim after slur claim
Two senior public servants have been told to sort out their issues after Queensland's integrity boss claimed a bureaucrat directed a derogatory slur at her.
Australia takes legal action over MH17
Australia and the Netherlands will take out legal action against Russia over the downing of MH17.
Australia sanctions Russian Chelsea owner
Australia has joined the UK in sanctioning Russian oligarch and owner of London's Chelsea football club Roman Abramovich.
Qld virus laws ‘no longer fit for purpose’
Queensland's Human Rights Commission has questioned the powers needed to manage the pandemic as the state shifts into a living with COVID-19 phase.
Cost of living to dominate election cycle
As a new Newspoll showed Anthony Albanese drawing level with Scott Morrison as preferred leader, the cost of living has emerged as a major campaign issue.
Fuel relief decision put off until budget
Motorists will have to wait until later in the month to see how the federal government plans to ease pressure on petrol prices as they soar above $2 a litre.
Timing of India trade deal questioned
The timing of a free trade deal with India has been questioned by Labor, with concerns about what may have been left out in favour of a pre-election photo op.
Nationals call for fuel excise cut
Two members of the federal coalition's junior partner have called for a cut in the fuel excise as petrol prices continue to climb above $2 a litre.
Cost of living focus in budget: Morrison
Just over a fortnight out from the federal budget, the prime minister says easing pressures on the family budget will be a key priority.
Cruise ship ban slated to end in April
Trade and Tourism Minister Dan Tehan says a ban on cruise ships will likely end on April 17, with a formal announcement expected on Wednesday.
Emergency head defends flood response
Emergency Management Australia boss Joe Buffone says an earlier disaster declaration would not have had an impact on the ADF rollout to assist flood victims.
Labor promises Qld manufacturing support
A federal Labor government will provide $22 million to boost advanced manufacturing in Townsville and North Queensland.