Thin blue line as police force struggles with vacancies
A wage increase and other initiatives to attract more officers are yet to shift the dial at the nation's biggest police force, where 2470 positions are vacant.
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Home care help kicks in sooner after political backflip
The rollout of thousands of extra home care spots has been brought forward by the federal government after intense pressure from political rivals.
Police fight to keep neo-Nazi leader locked up
A neo-Nazi leader has faced a bail hearing, where police raised fears of escalating violence after an alleged attack on an Indigenous camp.
Epstein victims demand Congress force document release
Self-described victims of Jeffrey Epstein have rallied to demand Congress pass laws forcing the release of documents on the convicted sex offender.
Show us your ‘cojones’: cricket star tests PM on Israel
The prime minister has been urged to sanction Israel during a meeting with cricketer Usman Khawaja who says Anthony Albanese has the "cojones" to take action.
‘You’re a racist’: Bob Katter raises fist at reporter
Bob Katter has threatened to punch a journalist after being asked about his Lebanese heritage in the lead-up to anti-migration rallies across the country.
Innocence ‘irrelevant’ in calculating Folbigg payment
The man who authorised a widely-criticised grace payment to a woman wrongly jailed for 20 years says there's no point meeting with her.
UK, France, Germany launch Iran sanctions process
France, Germany and the United Kingdom have moved to reimpose United Nations sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program.
Family of murdered woman, children back new DV laws
Police will be able to issue immediate 12-month protections to alleged domestic violence victims after legislation passed state parliament.
‘Deeply personal’: Katter triggered by family question
Maverick MP Bob Katter has sparked outrage after threatening to punch a journalist but his son says the veteran had been triggered by a "deeply personal" issue.
Thai court sacks PM over compromising phone call
Thailand's prime minister has been removed from office by the nation's constitutional court for an ethics violation in a ruling that could usher fresh turmoil.
‘Tremendous victory’: nurses secure nation- leading pay
Following months of talks, a state's nurses and midwives are set to become the nation's highest paid after agreeing on a new wage deal.
Wind farm fans ‘death row’ fears for endangered species
Strict conditions imposed by the federal government will do little to protect the environment surrounding a controversial wind farm project, green groups warn.
Israel pounds Gaza City outskirts as onslaught ramps up
Israel's military has stepped up armed operations around Gaza City, ending temporary pauses there that had allowed aid deliveries.
Zelenskiy seeks higher-level talks on Ukraine security
Ukraine's president is pushing for higher-level international talks on measures to protect his nation after EU defence ministers met in Copenhagen.
Thai PM removed by court, triggering power scramble
A power struggle has erupted in Bangkok, after Thailand's Constitutional Court ousted Thai prime minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
Pacific taste of the Australian dream goes up in smoke
A Pacific mobility scheme giving islanders the chance at earning life-changing salaries in Australia is well-received but hurdles are still hurting locals.
Most of Trump’s tariffs are not legal, US court rules
An appeals court says Donald Trump had no legal right to impose sweeping tariffs on foreign imports.
Australia signs $400m deportation deal with Nauru
Australia will pay Nauru hundreds of millions of dollars to accept non-citizens who don't have a valid visa as part of a new deal to deport them.
Israel security meet to discuss plan to seize Gaza City
Israeli air strikes have pounded Gaza City as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security cabinet prepares to meet to discuss its planned offensive.
Russia claims non-stop offensive on Ukraine frontline
A top Russian general says the strategic initiative in Ukraine 'lies entirely with Russian forces' and Moscow has captured 3500 square kilometres since March.
Deadly Indonesian protests force U-turn on MPs’ pay
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has responded to escalating protests, saying some perks and privileges granted to MPs will be revoked.
Pacific taste of the Australian dream goes up in smoke
A Pacific mobility scheme giving islanders the chance at earning life-changing salaries in Australia is well-received but hurdles are still hurting locals.
Australia signs $400m deportation deal with Nauru
Australia will pay Nauru hundreds of millions of dollars to accept non-citizens who don't have a valid visa as part of a new deal to deport them.
Brawls erupt as protesters clash at immigration rallies
Demonstrators in headlocks and police using pepper spray to disperse crowds have marked a day of controversial rallies protesting migration in Australia.
Hundreds of former immigration detainees to be deported
A deal to deport former immigration detainees to Nauru has secured bipartisan support but drawn condemnation from human rights groups.
India committed to improving ties with China, Modi says
China's President Xi Jinping is hosting a summit with 20 world leaders, including India's Narendra Modi, days after punishing US tariffs on India took effect.
Israel sends tanks deeper into Gaza City
Israeli tanks have pushed deeper into Gaza City as the military forges ahead with a plan to take control of the whole enclave.
Ukraine to retaliate after Russia hits power sector
Russia and Ukraine have both intensified air strikes in recent weeks despite US President Donald Trump's attempt to end the conflict.
Far-right threat exposed by anti-immigration rallies
The threat of far-right extremism must be taken seriously, a senator says, after widespread anti-immigration marchers spilled out in streets across the nation.
Social media ban no ‘watertight’ fix for child safety
A social media ban is unlikely to completely protect kids from online harms as questions remain over age-assurance technology.