Apple says competition changes could open door to scams
A US tech giant has rejected proposed changes to Australia's digital competition rules, saying some could put consumers and app developers at risk.
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Nurses warn pink protest for better pay could escalate
Nurses have begun industrial action calling on a state government to come to the table with a better pay deal.
Housemate arrested amid missing girl investigation
Weeks after teenager Pheobe Bishop went missing, one of her housemates has been taken into custody and questioned by police in relation to her disappearance.
The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns
Backpacks full of cash, concealed transactions and gamblers with criminal links were ignored by The Star casino, which faces a fine of $400 million or more.
South Queensland Prepares for Multinational Military Exercise
South Queensland will become a hub of day-and-night war-games when the month-long South Queensland Warfighter kicks off, uniting forces from five nations for large-scale live-fire and manoeuvre training.
Food system’s billions of ‘hidden costs’ a sick outlook
The hidden costs to health and the environment from Australia's food system could exceed $250 billion, the nation's science agency says.
Man jailed after exotic animal trafficking gang exposed
A man has been jailed for nine months after a sweeping investigation into an exotic wildlife trafficking gang spanning three states.
‘See you in court’: anger over huge gas plant extension
Resources giant Woodside is facing renewed legal threats after being granted approval to continue operating a massive gas project for decades to come.
New leader defends leadership picks amid early rift
The federal opposition leader promoted key political allies and demoted a number of conservative foes when she announced her new shadow ministry line-up.
Husband, brother-in-law behind bars after murder charge
A husband and brother-in-law accused of murdering a young mother will remain behind bars after their matter was heard in court west of Brisbane.
Fisherman bitten in latest dingo attack at tourist spot
A fisherman in knee-deep water has been bitten by a dingo before using his rod to scare off the animal in the latest attack at a popular tourist spot.
Why NSW fans won’t be hearing from Latrell Mitchell
Latrell Mitchell is one of two NSW players unlikely to talk at all throughout the 2025 State of Origin series.
‘Blood everywhere’: stitched-up Bronco an Origin lock
Pat Carrigan has recalled the gruesome scenes and quick action taken to ensure he'll be free to run out for Queensland in the State of Origin opener.
How ‘diving on concrete’ shaped latest Maroons rookie
Queensland rookie Trent Loiero's State of Origin mentors say a lot about the type of player Billy Slater will blood in next week's State of Origin opener.
Tool box murder confession ‘based on TV’, jury told
A man admitted a life of deceit while concealing a woman's body and impersonating her to steal money but says he is now telling the truth, a jury has heard.
Climate target not safe after Nationals leadership vote
After settling a leadership battle, the Nationals have a broader fight on their hands as they debate whether to continue backing a key climate target.
Cyclone Alfred damage bill to rain on insurer’s parade
Insurance claims for damage linked to ex-tropical cyclone Alfred and earlier record flooding in north Queensland have almost reached $1.5 billion, data shows.
Labor revels in election afterglow as ministry sworn in
Smiles were abundant following a big election victory as new and old members of the Labor ministry gathered to be sworn in at Government House.
Catholics pray for Pope Leo’s mission, Australian visit
Church leaders are confident they have a "foot in the door" to getting Pope Leo XIV to Australian shores after his sudden rise to the papacy.
Albanese laps up Labor landslide as voters dump Dutton
Anthony Albanese has claimed an emphatic win in the federal election with Labor forging a bigger majority for its second term.
Albanese takes victory lap after Labor landslide
Anthony Albanese has thanked supporters after the prime minister secured a second term in leading the nation with expanded ranks of Labor MPs.
Rainy weather no barrier as thousands mark Anzac Day
Wet weather didn't deter thousands of Queenslanders from turning out all over the state to mark Anzac Day.
Pope Francis has ‘returned to the house of the Father’
Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died at the age of 88 after suffering various ailments in his 12-year papacy.
Tech tariff pivot helps Australian shares take a breath
A development in the US-China tariff war has nudged Australian shares higher with the White House carving out smartphones, computers and other electronics.
Tragedy as tourists drown, body of kayak rescuer found
Three people are dead in separate tragedies after a man drowned in a dam trying to save children on kayaks and two tourists were swept out to sea.
Ex-state Liberal leader ‘used cocaine to escape stress’
A former Liberal leader who has admitted supplying cocaine to friends says his reputation has been destroyed and he does not deserve further punishment.
Electric cars to rev up the energy grid, one at a time
Technology that will let drivers use their electric vehicles as giant household batteries is launching in Australia, although its reach is limited.
Down to the wire, Dutton faces fight to hold own seat
Voters in Peter Dutton's seat hold mixed feelings about the federal opposition leader as he battles to retain his two-decade grip on the electorate.
Dutton approval rating plunges to worst level since becoming opposition leader
After a week of zipping across the nation in pursuit of votes, Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have crossed paths on the campaign trail for the first time.
Tariff attack sends Aussie shares into $100b retreat
Equity markets are a sea of red following US President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariff announcements and their likely impact on global growth.
Intent irrelevant as caravan hoax dubbed anti-Semitism
A senior police officer resisted describing a hoax explosive-laden caravan as a "criminal con job", saying it was anti-Semitic regardless of motivation.