By-election cost a factor in MP’s sentencing process
A judge has agreed to hear sentencing submissions on a state MP convicted of theft but may revisit his decision if given details on by-election costings.
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Inquest after church group found guilty of killing girl
A coroner will inquire into the death of eight-year-old Elizabeth Struhs after her medicine was withheld by religious group members who included her parents.
Dump fuel fees and tax all cars, motoring groups urge
The government should overhaul vehicle taxes in its upcoming budget, according to early submissions that say electric, hybrid and petrol drivers should pay.
Puberty blockers and trans kids’ care to be reviewed
The health treatment of transgender children will be reviewed by Australia's peak health body as one state pauses gender-affirming care for new child patients.
Nothing can delay Canada, Mexico, China tariffs: Trump
Asked if there is any opportunity for the three top US trading partners to win a delay, on his tariffs, Donald Trump says: "No, no. Not right now, no."
Students get more power over sexual assault complaints
An independent office designed to help university students escalate concerns about sexual misconduct is expected to handle about 15,000 complaints a year.
Unlikely alliance spells danger for Labor in key seats
A federal candidate backed by The Muslim Vote is in negotiations with the Liberals, Greens and other independents to preference Labor last in a must-win seat.
Reckoning looms as Labor, Libs look to shake off woes
A long-time state Labor government is under the pump with crucial by-elections likely to reveal the extent of voters' dissatisfaction after a turbulent summer.
Canada, Mexico retaliate with hefty tariffs on US goods
Canada and Mexico have swiftly retaliated after Donald Trump imposed stiff tariffs on his neighbours' imports to the US, amid fears of a widespread trade war.
Eggs thrown, more graffiti in new anti-Semitic attacks
Australia's iconic Bondi Beach has become the scene of the nation's latest anti-Semitic attack with eggs and verbal abuse hurled at young women.
March goes on as LGBTQI movement stares down MAGA hate
LGBTQI members and advocates have bared their skin and souls in sweltering heat at an annual pride march as the community warns it is under renewed threat.
Extremist groups tipped to sidestep terror sanctions
Extremist groups will continue evolving to evade counter-terrorism sanctions slapped on them in a bid to curb escalating anti-Semitism, experts warn.
‘Sense of optimism’ as PM rallies Labor, goes on attack
As politicians prepare to hit the hustings, the prime minister welcomes the start of the parliamentary year with confidence and a new attack line.
US could feel ‘pain’ in China, Mexico trade war: Trump
US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to impose sweeping tariffs on products from Mexico, China and Canada as financial markets react.
Jobs on a string in major energy grid expansion project
A transmission project in one of the most rugged parts of the world is a "litmus test" for whether a state government can stop jobs going offshore, an MP says.
Mystery money for MPs shines light on ‘dark’ donations
Independents want greater transparency into who is bankrolling political parties, with the origins of almost half of donations a mystery.
Major parties rake in over $140m in political donations
Almost half of all donations to Labor, the coalition and the Greens don't have associated donors due to electoral rules, leading to calls for reform.
Aussie households forecast to weather Trump tariffs
Australia might see some fallout from Donald Trump's tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports, but local households are expected to be spared too much pain.
China’s new tariffs seen as ‘measured response’ to US
China has retaliated swiftly with tariffs on US goods after President Donald Trump reignited the trade war between the two superpowers.
Poll still a blind date as no love lost between leaders
MPs are sharpening their pitches to the public in the lead-up to a federal election as politicians gather for the first sitting week of the year.
Probe sparks fears for trans patient’s mental health
A Queensland mum says she would have lost her daughter if she couldn't have accessed gender-affirming care as the state government hits pause on the service.
Trump says new US sovereign wealth fund may buy TikTok
An executive order signed by US President Donald Trump is set to create a sovereign wealth fund for the United States.
Young trans patients denied hormone therapy amid probe
Critics slam a state government's suspension of hormone therapies for young trans patients amid a probe, saying it will cause "immeasurable trauma".
Chief scientist lights fuse on nuclear energy debate
The nation's new chief scientist is on a collision course with a possible coalition government over its contentious pre-election pledge for nuclear energy.
Poll gives coalition lead over Labor ahead of election
Support for the coalition remains ahead of Labor according to a weekly survey as a federal election looms.
Staff abused after sparking hormone therapy probe
A state government has defended its position after critics slammed its landmark decision to block hormone therapies for young trans patients.
Curtain call: basic energy upgrades may save households
Hanging heavy curtains and swapping gas for electric hot water could save Australians a motza and solar systems could cut household energy bills even further.
DeepSeek surge could lead to Australian AI boom: expert
The lowering of the cost of artificial intelligence, as demonstrated by DeepSeek, could see Australia play more of a role in the industry, an expert says.
Welfare concern for Australian war prisoner in Russia
Australia is calling for the just treatment and release of Oscar Jenkins who Russia confirmed is being held as a prisoner of war after fighting for Ukraine.
Trump prepares Guantanamo for 30,000 illegal immigrants
The detention facility at Guantanamo Bay will be prepared for an influx of up to 30,000 immigrants living illegally in the US, Donald Trump has announced.
Four vandals cause $140k damage to PM statues
Police are on the hunt for four vandals who decapitated two statues of Australian prime ministers and damaged another 18 figures.