National NAPLAN results for 1.3m students at 9000 schools are in - so what are the top performing schools in each state?

One man is dead and two others have been injured during a shooting and hit and run in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.

Arson detectives have found the ignition point of a suspicious fire which tore through suburbs destroying one home and several cars.

Jamal Fogarty has made a frank admission about what it will be like trying to replace Daly Cherry-Evans as a new era begins at the Sea Eagles.

South Australian police have discovered machetes, daggers, firearms and stolen registration plates in a suburban storage unit.

National NAPLAN results for 1.3m students at 9000 schools are in - so what are the top performing schools in each state?

Two major international acts have withdrawn from a massive Aussie music festival just days before it was set to kick off.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has made a big call on Labor's approach to housing affordability and its goal to build 1.2m homes by 2029.

A suppression order has lifted to reveal disturbing details about the convicted killer's past that had been kept hidden.

Victoria's wicketkeeper has opened up on his fears after two of his teammates were struck in the head area during Tuesday's One-day Cup match.

Police have revealed why a teacher allegedly stabbed the principal at a Melbourne school, as more shocking details emerge.

Residents are being urged to stay away from the site of a recycling centre blaze that sent concrete blocks and a chemical tank hurtling into the air.

National NAPLAN results for 1.3m students at 9000 schools are in - so what are the top performing schools in each state?

Convicted child sex offender Shannon Norgate has died following an altercation with two other inmates at a Queensland prison.

A Greens senator has accused the health department of a failure of policy" after states and territories flagged concerns of a devastating aged-care crisis.

A former cricketing star has died suddenly in his South Perth apartment aged 62.

RBA officials face a day of intense questioning over their handling of soaring house prices and stubborn inflation at Wednesday's Senate hearing.

A car has plunged from a bridge and crashed onto railway tracks west of Sydney, with commuters being urged to allow extra travel time.

Australians could still be feeling cost-of-living pressures as discretionary spending slumps in the September quarter.

A teacher accused of stabbing a principal allegedly said he'd never been so angry in my life" after his contract was not renewed, a court has been told.

The Tasmanian Devils have taken a major step towards officially becoming the AFL's newest team, winning the approval of a key state figure.

A Greens senator has grilled the Health Department after states and territories flagged concerns of a devastating aged-care crisis.

Police have given a major update after a high school in Melbourne was plunged into lockdown after the principal was allegedly stabbed by another teacher.

Chilling new details of convicted killer Greg Lynn's past have been revealed, including allegations his first wife lived in absolute fear" before her death.

Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie has unleashed after new data revealed the government is lagging behind its housing target.

A surprising rebound in business and consumer spending could see the national economy grow at its fastest pace in three years.

RBA officials face a day of intense questioning over their handling of soaring house prices and stubborn inflation at Wednesday's Senate hearing.

ABC boss Hugh Marks has refused to apologise for comments made by a prominent journalist that Coalition senators have claimed were racist".

A genuine halves battle has emerged after the Raiders signed one of the best young playmakers in the game.

A police officer has been freed after being trapped for 90 minutes when her patrol car crashed into a Sydney house during an emergency response.

A jury has been asked to consider why a high-profile man lied and doctored a Uber receipt as they deliberate on two rape allegations.

A Melbourne high school was put into lockdown with students hiding under their desks after a man allegedly stabbed the principal.

Three people have died after having potentially been exposed to asbestos at ABC offices in Victoria, a Senate estimates hearing has been told.

A Melbourne high school was put into lockdown after a man allegedly stabbed the principal at Keysborough Secondary College on Tuesday afternoon.

For 10 years, Dean Boyd supplied high-quality products - until almost overnight, the market completely died off', forcing him to call it quits.

The government says it sat on a scathing report about political appointments for two years because it took the time to get this right'.

The prospect of Test lifeline for Mitchell Marsh has made a slow start in a career-defining week against Victoria.

A mosquito-borne virus capable of causing severe brain infection has been confirmed in one state, prompting an urgent warning.

Australian motorists will enjoy significant fuel relief this Christmas, with petrol prices dropping across the nation.

A group of Year 9 school girls were allegedly taught about topics including bestiality" and incest" and told don't Google it".

Some 600,000 households now own an e-bike in NSW, with that number expected to increase over Christmas.

The big four bank has ditched its forecast for rate cuts in early 2026, warning mortgage holders face an extended period of high interest rates.

The teenager responsible for the brutal' murder of a Melbourne GP has had his claims he feared for his life rejected.

The Bears have finally landed a blow with two key men locked in for 2027 as Perth officials issue a warning to their rivals.

The Brittany Higgins saga returned to parliament on Monday as Penny Wong refused to back down on her accusations, igniting fresh scrutiny over Labor's handling of the affair.

The airline giant has a Christmas gift for points collectors, with a massive seat release that could save travellers thousands on overseas holidays.

The airline will unveil a return flight to Papua New Guinea in preparation for the country's debut in Australia's premier rugby league competition.

The teenager responsible for the brutal" murder of a Melbourne GP has had his claims he feared for his life rejected.

An e-bike rider in his 30s has died after a collision with a garbage truck in Sydney's CBD, sparking warnings of major delays for commuters.

The shock collapse of a Queensland-based luxury caravan business has left hundreds of jobs in limbo, weeks before Christmas.