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Matildas gamble on Fowler for Asian Cup squad
An Australian superstar faces the ultimate test of her recovery from a serious knee injury after being named in the Matildas AFC Women's Asian Cup squad.
anti-Semitism inquiry set to start next week
A Royal Commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion is set to start with its first public hearing next week.
Iconic pro-life movement leader dies
The most recognised leader of the pro-life movement in Australia's history has died aged 94.
Banks, insurers drive ASX higher
Health insurers and the financial sector have helped boost the Aussie sharemarket for a third consecutive day.
Schools locked down after alleged bomb scare
Two schools were placed into lockdown after a man with a backpack allegedly sparked a bomb scare in a Melbourne suburb.
Shoppers’ brave act amid knife threat
Brave bystanders used trolleys and chairs to restrain a knife-wielding woman who allegedly threatened people at a NSW shopping centre.
Inquest to examine death of notorious killer
A coroner is set to probe the death of one of Australia's most notorious killers, who died in custody without revealing where he buried his victim in the remote outback.
Underworld erupts after ex-NRL star shot
A string of car fires and firebombings - suspected to be linked to the brazen drive-by shooting of a former NRL player - have prompted drastic action.
Underworld erupts after ex-NRL star shot
Car fires in Sydney's west overnight may be linked to the brazen drive-by shooting of former NRL player Matt Utai.
Major update after man’s anti-Semitic speech at rally
The 31-year-old was arrested and charged under the state's new race hate speech laws following his comments at a March for Australia rally on Australia Day.
Defence event derailed by bomb fears
A major event in the capital has been derailed after a suspicious package was discovered, prompting the Prime Minister to call for cool heads.
Parents accused of neglecting baby boy
Two parents accused of causing the death of their baby boy in 2022 have pleaded not guilty to manslaughter.
Grace Tame erased from elite school’s lessons
Grace Tame has reportedly been removed from a consent education program at an elite Sydney school after leading globalise the intifada" chants.
‘Stop’: MP faces action over ‘disgraceful’ post
A Liberal MP who shared a photo of two train staff could face action before the Fair Work Commission.
Dismal inflation news as real wages fall
The latest figures have revealed a key challenge Labor must address amid fears the country is not out of the woods with inflation.
Update on five boys accused of double murder
A group of five teenagers accused of murdering two boys will remain in detention as prosecutors progress their case, a court has been told.
‘Long haul’: Top cop’s update on Gus search
South Australia's top cop has given an update on the months-long search for four-year-old boy Gus Lamont.
Alleged Invasion Day bomber unmasked
An order to suppress the identity of the first person to face terrorism charges in Western Australia has been lifted.
Key detail in Aussie wage growth
The latest figures have revealed a key challenge Labor must address amid fears the country is not out of the woods with inflation.
Pauline Hanson’s ‘un-Australian’ comments slammed
Pauline Hanson has doubled down on controversial comments about Australian Muslims amid backlash.
Man, woman found dead at home
Police have made a grim discovery during a welfare check at a home in a Queensland suburb.
‘Please explain’: One Nation voters blow up over beer tax fight
A Senate blow-up over beer that stunned the nation has sparked an unlikely alliance demanding big companies pay their fair share.
Twist after AFL star’s brother vanishes
Police have revealed they suspect Victorian dad Brendan Breen, the brother of a former AFL star, met with foul play when he vanished 14 years ago.
Alleged thief flees crime scene on fire
An alleged thief has been caught on CCTV fleeing a crime scene engulfed in flames."
Update after two boys allegedly murdered
More than a dozen people are set to face compulsory questioning as prosecutors prepare cases against eight males accused of murdering two young boys.
Police eye fresh concrete in search for Gus Lamont
Police have searched a property where an area of fresh concrete has just been laid, in the now five-month search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont.
Major footy mystery finally solved after months
One of rugby league's biggest mysteries has finally been solved after a bumper edition of team list Tuesday.
BHP axes 750 jobs after posting $8bn profit
Mining giant BHP has stunned the world with a massive result that tilts everything we know about the Aussie economy on its head.
Police suspect foul play in vanishing
Police have revealed they suspect Victorian dad Brendan Breen, the brother of a former AFL star, met with foul play when he vanished 14 years ago.
‘Reset’: Huge call on banished Nats
Angus Taylor's new frontbench features a line-up of rebel MPs who will return to the shadow ministry after being suspended by Sussan Ley.
Refugee leaders slam ‘disgusting’ Coalition plan
Refugee leaders have slammed a leaked Coalition plan to crack down on immigration as disgusting", warning the policy risks stigmatising entire communities.
Police eye fresh cement in search for Gus Lamont
Police have searched a property where an area of fresh cement has just been laid, in the now-five month search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont.
‘Dignity’: Top cop’s fury over 85yo kidnapping
NSW's top police officer has issued a furious message to those holding an 85-year-old Sydney man hostage after disturbing images surfaced.
Huge update on Thorpe probe
The AFP has revealed whether Lidia Thorpe will face charges after controversial comments made at a Palestine solidarity rally last year.
‘What is necessary’: RBA’s grim rate warning
More rate hikes may be coming as the Reserve Bank warns it remains committed to bringing down rising inflation.
Coles hits back on price jump claim
Supermarket giant Coles has fired back over price jumps on household essentials marketed with a Down Down promotion, arguing they represented genuine" cost increases.
Copper lifts BHP to 28% profit gain
BHP shareholders will revel in increased dividends with key profit indicators at the mining giant rising by double digits.
‘Back, baby’, the banished MPs back on the Liberal frontbench
Exiled frontbenchers are back, baby" and set to return to the political frontline under a new look frontbench.
Albo’s big call on huge tax question
The Prime Minister has been grilled on whether a major tax concession could be cut to address housing affordability ahead of the May budget.
Mum’s claim after son’s anti-Semitic speech
Claims made by the mother of a man who delivered a shocking anti-Semitic speech during a controversial Sydney rally have been revealed as he awaits sentencing.
‘Assault’: First Nation advocate’s bombshell claim
A prominent human rights lawyer has revealed why she abruptly quit a key role involving Indigenous children and young people.
Coles fights back against ‘misleading’ price claim
Supermarket giant Coles has fired back over its Down Down" discounting, arguing the promotion only signifies it's trying to keep prices low".
Family’s hell before horror crash
After burying two children, a devastated husband prepares to farewell wife as CCTV raises new questions.
Australian ISIS families turned back from Syria camp
The convoy was stopped before reaching Damascus and the Australian government says it will not help them return.
Lunar New Year 2026: What does the zodiac mean for you?
About one fifth of humanity will celebrate the Lunar New Year this week - but what does the Year of the Horse mean for you in the zodiac?
Opposition leader’s huge call on immigration
Angus Taylor wants to shut the door to migrants who don't embrace our core values or beliefs in the wake of the Bondi terror attack.
‘Risk’: Warning as virus spreads in Sydney
Health authorities have warned of an increased risk of a highly contagious virus spreading across NSW as two more cases are detected in Sydney's inner west.
Woman dead, man in custody
Detectives have arrested a 39-year-old man after the body of a woman who was known to him was found inside a Melbourne home.
Whooping cough spikes as vaccine rates fall
Australia has recorded its highest number of whooping cough infections since records began, as vaccine rates fall nationwide.
No more utility belt for NRL’s new Batman
Jarome Luai arrived at the Wests Tigers ready to be the hero to save the club. But a new man has stepped up as the Batman to lead their attack in 2026.
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