Sanctions backlash adds to ‘uncertainty’ with US
Australia could question its future co-operation with the US after a decision to sanction Israeli government ministers was condemned by an American official.
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Trump says rare earths to flow in new China trade deal
The US will get magnets and rare earths from China under a new trade deal and tariffs on Chinese goods will go to 55 per cent, President Donald Trump says.
Business, union divisions threaten to derail PM summit
The prime minister hopes business groups and unions will unite to address a lagging economy but there are already signs of division before a planned summit.
Curfew imposed on downtown LA after ‘tipping point’
The Los Angeles mayor has imposed an overnight curfew on the besieged city after an escalation of night time violence, vandalism and looting.
Industrial disputes drop to lowest level in two years
The number of employees involved in industrial disputes has fallen by more than half during the first three months of 2025.
Heartbroken mum urges free vaccines for deadly disease
After watching her son die in a few hours, a grieving parent is lobbying a state government to help prevent the disease that killed him.
Crocodile Hunter’s dad fires up over culling proposal
Steve Irwin's father has weighed in on a campaign to cull crocodiles found in populated sites, saying it won't make the community any safer.
Public pepper spray trial triggers stinging backlash
A 12-month trial allowing the public to carry pepper spray in a crime-hit territory has been slammed by critics who say it is an "admission of failure".
Musk says some of his posts about Trump ‘went too far’
Sources close to Elon Musk say the world's richest man may want to repair his relationship with President Donald Trump after expressing regret for criticism.
Parties in full swing, tough path to election majority
Tasmania's major parties face an uphill battle to get the swings required to rule in majority after the upcoming election, polling suggests.
Israeli minister sanctions dubbed too little, too late
Australia's sanctioning of two Israeli ministers over the war in Gaza has been dismissed by a pro-Palestine campaigner who says more concrete action is needed.
Musk says some of his posts about Trump ‘went too far’
US President Donald Trump says it "was very nice" of Elon Musk to post a message about regretting some of his criticisms of the president.
Australia to go all in for AUKUS despite US review
Australian officials will not rethink the AUKUS partnership or look at a back-up plan despite the US launching an "American First"-inspired review of the deal.
Deal gets US-China trade truce back on track: Trump
US President Donald Trump says negotiations with China have resulted in a deal to get the trade relationship between the two countries back on track.
Landmark weapons search laws made permanent
Landmark laws allowing Queensland Police to search people for weapons in public places have been made permanent.
Corruption watchdog clears Brittany Higgins’ $2m payout
A Liberal senator has lashed out after a watchdog found there was "no corruption issue" with a $2.4 million settlement paid to former staffer Brittany Higgins.
Marines on LA streets will have power to make arrests
The Trump administration is ramping up its response to protests in LA against its immigration crackdown, with Marines authorised to make arrests set to arrive.
Sun sets on another state’s solar home battery rebate
Not everyone is happy as another state scraps its solar energy sweetener for homes as a federal government battery subsidy kicks in.
Mideast war fears rise as Israel attacks Iran’s capital
Iran has vowed revenge after Israel attacked nuclear and military sites in the country amid rising tensions over Tehran's rapidly advancing nuclear program.
Trump can keep National Guard deployed to LA for now
President Donald Trump can maintain National Guard troops in Los Angeles after an appeals court blocked their use amid protests over his immigration crackdown.
Australia calls for calm as Iran-Israel conflict erupts
Anthony Albanese is urging talks to de-escalate exploding tensions in the Middle East, but says Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons threatens peace and security.
Liberals turn to ex-federal politicians for snap poll
Several former federal politicians are running for the Liberals at an early state election caused by a no-confidence motion and a premier's refusal to resign.
‘Tehran will burn’, Israel warns Iran after attacks
Iran has targeted Israel with waves of long-range missiles in retaliation for Israel's strikes on its nuclear sites.
Marines make first arrest in LA as more protests loom
US Marines have temporarily detained a man while guarding a building in Los Angeles, the first time troops have held a civilian since being sent to the city.
Liberals prescribe plan to expand role of chemists
The Liberals have opened the first weekend of Tasmania's election campaign focused on health as Labor vows to improve the way major infrastructure is delivered.
Australian diplomats in Middle East safe, accounted for
Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has assured Australia's embassy staff stationed in Iran and Israel are safe and accounted for amid hostilities.
PM confirms Trump meeting as Americans take to streets
After much anticipation, Anthony Albanese has confirmed he will have his first in-person meeting with Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada.
Archer fires an early shot amid state political turmoil
Ousted federal Liberal MP Bridget Archer will attempt a return to politics as embattled state premier Jeremy Rockliff prepares to call an early election.
Leo, the first US Pope, criticises nationalist politics
God would "open borders, break down walls (and) dispel hatred", Leo, the first Pope from the US, has told mass in St Peter's Square.
King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List
More than 500 people from politics, showbiz, charity, sport and business are recognised in the general division of the 2025 King's Birthday Honours List.
‘Miracle’ PM gets top gong in the name of the King
A controversial ex-prime minister, an Oscar winner and several academics are receiving one of Australia's top merits on the King's Birthday Honours List.