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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Embattled premier’s request for early election granted
Tasmanian voters are heading to the polls for the fourth time in seven years after the beleaguered Liberal premier was granted an early election.
Average home prices hit $1m with more growth to come
The average price of a home in Australia has hit $1 million after a decade of growth, though experts say a return to the explosive COVID-era boom is unlikely.
‘Horrific footage’: shot reporter’s case raised with US
Nine Network reporter Lauren Tomasi was hit by a rubber bullet fired by a US police officer while covering protests in Los Angeles, sparking outrage.
Economic summit aims to firm up drooping productivity
Anthony Albanese is confident businesses and unions can find common ground in the quest to improve Australia's ailing productivity.
‘Absolute fighter’: deputy premier in new cancer battle
A state government deputy premier who's confronting her second major health battle in recent years is urging women to stay up to date with breast cancer checks.
Marines, raids and protest further polarise US politics
The looming deployment of Marines into Los Angeles and intensified raids on suspected undocumented migrants have further polarised America's political parties.
‘Options considered’: state’s snap election call on ice
A state has been left in political limbo, with a Liberal minority premier's request for an early election being considered by the governor.
PM commits to ‘lasting change’ in second-term agenda
In his first major speech since Labor's election triumph, Anthony Albanese says he will build on his first term to deliver reforms across the nation.
US and Chinese officials meet in the UK for trade talks
High-level trade talks between the United States and China have begun in London.
Musk’s dad says Trump row triggered by intense stress
Elon Musk's father says his billionaire son made a mistake "under stress" and that US President Donald Trump will prevail.
Locals want to sink bid for new Olympic whitewater site
Angry locals have slammed a plan to build a new Brisbane Olympic 2032 whitewater facility, saying the Games drawcard event should be held where it is "wanted".
Liberals back embattled premier, election call looms
All roads lead to a fourth election in seven years for Tasmania after the island state's Liberal minority premier lost the support of parliament.
Israel seizes Gaza aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg
Israel has taken command of a charity vessel trying to break a naval blockade of the Gaza Strip, detaining Greta Thunberg and other activists on board.
LA police order US immigration protesters to go home
Violence in Los Angeles is ramping up as thousands of protesters take to the streets in response to Donald Trump's deployment of the National Guard.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
‘No justification’: minister seeks tariff breakthrough
Ahead of a possible meeting between Anthony Albanese and Donald Trump at the G7, the trade minister says he's still optimistic of tariffs being removed.
Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests
US National Guard troops have been summoned to quell demonstrations as protesters clashed with riot police after sweeping federal immigration raids in LA.
Vance downplays row between Trump, ’emotional guy’ Musk
US Vice President JD Vance has sought to downplay Elon Musk's criticism of the president as an "emotional guy" who became frustrated.
Trump has ‘no plans’ to speak to Musk as feud persists
A day after Donald Trump and Elon Musk battled in an extraordinary display of hostilities, the US president says he isn't thinking about the Tesla billionaire.
Premier ditches privatisations amid political chaos
Embattled Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has ruled out selling government businesses and accused the opposition of running a scare campaign.
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Biosecurity not competition a meaty issue in beef talks
Australian farmers warn against dropping biosecurity barriers on US beef, but say the product is inferior and would struggle to compete with local meat.
Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody
Calls for justice and reform continue as regional towns and major cities hold vigils marking a national week of action to end Indigenous deaths in custody.