Queensland's political leaders make their last-ditch appeal to voters as the state heads to the poll this weekend

With investors pulling their money out - is Australia's offshore wind industry in trouble?

Israel urged to sit down at the negotiating table with Hamas and Hezbollah as the US Secretary of State again visits the region to push for peace

With housing shaping up as a major election issue, the Government and the Coalition are flat out trying to convince voters they've each got the solution to the affordability crisis. The Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton speaks to AM

Business puts forward its plan to fix Australia's housing crisis.

Israel has confirmed it's killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar - the mastermind of the October 7 attack - in a firefight in Gaza.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy presents his 'victory plan' as Australia makes a major contribution to Ukraine's war-effort ... donating dozens of aging MIA1 Abrams tanks for its fight against Russia

Joe Biden warns Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or risk losing some of its military support. 

The Government considers a ban on debit card surcharges

Fierce fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah as Benjamin Netanyahu warns United Nations peacekeepers to get out of the way. 

Florida residents take stock of the damage in the wake of Hurricane Milton

Tornadoes and torrential rain lash the Florida coast as Hurricane Milton edges closer to landfall.

Hezbollah launches a massive rocket barrage as Israel claims to have killed the next-in-line to lead the terror organisation.

Israel under aerial assault as people across the globe mourn those massacred a year ago in the October 7 terrorist attack. 

A bleak anniversary - it's been a year since Hamas terrorists murdered hundreds of Israelis in a vicious attack which now has the Middle East on the brink of a wider war. 

The Israeli military has expanded its target area for air strikes in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, leaving residents uncertain about which locations are safe.

Eight Israeli soldiers killed in fighting with Hezbollah inside Lebanon. 

The middle east conflict escalates as Iran bombards Israel with hundreds of missiles. 

Israel carries out cross-border military incursions inside Lebanon, heightening fears of a possible ground invasion as it continues its attacks on Hezbollah. 

As hundreds of thousands flee Israel's bombing in Lebanon - can all-out war be avoided in the middle east? 

Israel vows to press on with its bombardment inside Lebanon - dismissing hopes for a ceasefire plan with Hezbollah.

As hundreds of thousands flee the flighting, Israel indicates it's gearing up for a land incursion into Lebanon as Hezbollah launches rockets into Tel Aviv. 

Joe Biden says a diplomatic solution is still possible as more people die in Israeli attacks on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon.

Hundreds killed as Israel takes out Hezbollah positions on its northern border - the deadliest day of conflict in almost two decades

The UN chief warns Lebanon could become another Gaza as Israel and the militant group Hezbollah shape up for war.

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Hezbollah's leader vows retribution for the explosions of pagers and walkie talkies that have killed dozens.

A new wave of deadly blasts rock Lebanon  - this time 'walkie-talkies' spontaneously explode with Israel saying a new 'era of war has begun.

Many dead and thousands wounded as Lebanese Hezbollah fighters targeted by simultaneously exploding electronic pagers.

A man suspected of trying to assassinate Donald Trump appears in court as more details emerge about his arrest and possible motives.

The Secret Service on high alert as gunshots fired in former President Donald Trump's vicinity while he was playing golf in Florida. 

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The Federal Government unveils proposed laws to protect consumers from scams, with companies facing fines of up to 50 million dollars.

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It's a test which could decide the future of American democracy - Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris prepare for their first debate.

A rise in online bullying, doxxing and deepfake pornography prompts action with the Government set to ban children under 14 from accessing social media. 

The Government and the Opposition work towards a deal to reform the aged care sector but big questions remain - especially whether the wealthier should pay more.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Violence against women and children to top the agenda for today's National Cabinet meeting amid concern over funding delays from states and territories. 

For the first time, Australia is preparing to do something that was once unthinkable and become a gas importer.

As the Government braces for tough economic news today, economists warn cutting migration might only make the situation worse.

Benjamin Netanyahu begs for forgiveness over hostage deaths but refuses to yield on key demands for a ceasefire deal - much to the growing frustration of the United States.

Protests sweep across Israel as demands grow for Benjamin Netanyahu to broker a hostage swap deal with Hamas.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The Federal Government faces growing internal dissent over its decision not to include gender identity and sexuality in the census.

Australia's energy grid on track to transition to renewables - but if projects are delayed, or fall over then blackouts will happen.

International students say they feel less welcome after the Government imposes a cap on overseas enrolments at universities.

Major disruptions expected across building sites today as sacked construction union officials hold a series of nationwide protests.

A shakeup for air travel with airlines to be held to account over how they treat their customers - including those with disabilities.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

US presidential candidate Kamala Harris will today take centre stage at the Democratic National Convention to make the biggest speech of her political life so far.

Missing roofs, termites, rodents and no water - remote indigenous communities take legal action against a State Government to get their damaged homes fixed.

Poorly behaving politicians face punishment.

Delegates gather in Chicago for the Democratic Convention - will it give Kamala Harris political momentum in her race against Donald Trump.

A backbench revolt is brewing as the Government considers watering down digital gambling advertising reforms. 

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Five people including doctors charged over the drug-related death of Friends star Matthew Perry. 

How a worldwide shortage of life saving intravenous fluids is causing serious problems for surgery patients in Australian hospitals.

Australia's shocking NAPLAN report - why are one third of students not meeting basic standards in literacy and numeracy?

Threatened, verbally abused and physically assaulted - more claims of building union thuggery as the Federal Government pushes to pass laws to force the CFMEU into administration.

The curtain closes on the Paris Olympics - Australia's most successful ever; A Four Corners investigation reveals the atmosphere of bullying, sexism and harassment that pervaded one of Australia's major commercial TV networks; and the campaign to abolish junior pay rates for younger workers - could it have unintended consequences?

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Australia adds more medals to the tally in best Olympic performance yet; 

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Kamala Harris picks Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate but can the former high school teacher help her win the 'blue wall' of American rustbelt states she needs for victory?

A possible recession in the US sparks a global sharemarket rout but economists say it's effectively ruled out any chance of an interest hike here in Australia.

Israel on high alert ahead of an expected Iranian attack after the assassination of the Hamas leader in Tehran

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The biggest prisoner swap since the end of the cold war - a Wall Street journalist among those released in the deal between Moscow and the west.

The assassination of the Hamas' leader in Tehran - Iran warns of revenge as Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is ready for 'any scenario'.

Anxiety across regional communities as Rex Airlines goes into administration after a failed attempt to take on the major airlines flying into capital cities.

Rex Airlines in a trading halt as losses from an expansion into major city routes mount up.

Fears of an all-out war growing as funerals held for children killed in a rocket strike in the Golan Heights that Israel's blaming on the Lebanese militant group, Hezbollah.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

A strong typhoon has hit China's south-eastern coast after wreaking havoc in Tawain and the Philippines, and causing more than 20 deaths.

Australia to impose sanctions and travel bans on Israelis involved in violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. The Foreign Minister Penny Wong joins the program.

The head of the US Secret Service resigns after admitting failure over the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

More senior Democrats throw their support behind Kamala Harris but has the Vice President got what it takes to excite voters enough to beat Donald Trump?

Joe Biden praised as a 'patriot of the highest order' as he bows out of the US Presidential race after weeks of pressure following a series of disastrous public appearances.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Back on stage after surviving an assassination attempt.. Donald Trump prepares to address the Republican National Convention. 

Labor's National Executive meets today to discuss the party's ties to the embattled CFMEU - as the union faces corruption allegations

Calls to deport actor and musician Jack Black after his bandmate made a joke about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a concert in Sydney.

After surviving an assassination attempt Donald Trump has become the Republican Party's official presidential nominee and unveiled his vice-presidential running mate JD Vance. 

As the US reels from the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, an inquiry's been ordered into security at the rally as investigators look for the motives of the 20 year-old shooter - Thomas Matthew Crooks.

The former US President Donald Trump has been injured in a shooting during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania and has now been released from hospital.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Pressure continues to increase on US President Joe Biden as he fronts the media today for his "big boy" press conference. 

Fresh doubts about Joe Biden's candidacy - Hollywood heavyweight and Democratic mega donor George Clooney the latest telling the President he should stand aside

All eyes on Joe Biden at the NATO summit in Washington as he tries to assure world leaders he's fit to be in charge.

Ukraine vows retaliation after Russia launches a wave of missile strikes that kill dozens - a children's hospital one of the targets.

The deaths of three siblings - whose father is accused of setting his Sydney home on fire with his family inside - has prompted urgent calls for better systems to protect children from domestic violence.

Polls close in the UK election, so will Conservatives cop a widely-predicted trouncing from the British electorate? 

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Sir Keir Starmer likely to be Downing Street's next occupant - Britain's Labour Party on track for a landside election win as Rishi Sunak's Conservatives face political oblivion.

Mental health experts meet in Canberra to find a solution to vulnerable Australians falling through the cracks of our health system.

A major legal victory for Donald Trump as the US Supreme Court grants him immunity for some of his acts while he was President including his efforts to overturn election results

Australians will have fatter pay packets from today as tax cuts and wage rises come into effect ... but will it ease our cost of living pressures?

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Stage is set for one of the most high-stakes Presidential debates in recent history - Joe Biden versus Donald Trump; 

After a 14 year ordeal, Julian Assange is back in Australia and his supporters are now vowing to get his conviction overturned - Sabra Lane speaks to the Foreign Minister Penny Wong

On the edge of freedom, Julian Assange set to return to Australia but it's taken a massive legal and diplomatic to get the Wikileaks founder out of the clutches of the US justice system; 

Will restricting vape sales to pharmacies curb a dangerous rise in use among young people or is it a reprieve for tobacco companies?

Multi-million dollar fines for big supermarket chains who don't treat their suppliers fairly; The wrong sperm being used and parents not being warned of potential genetic issues - serious problems within Australia's fertility industry; and creative solutions to the housing crisis - how a packed-to-the-gills holiday town turned a disused aged care into apartments for young workers.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

The energy market regulator issues a threat notice for winter gas supplies in eastern states as national debate continues over whether nuclear should play a role in Australia's future power needs.

The Coalition's finally released its nuclear policy but a lot of details are missing. I'll ask the Shadow Climate Change and Energy Minister Ted O'Brien for some answers; Fears a live export ban will ruin farming towns in WA's wheatbelt; and getting your kit off for aged care - how a group of locals produced a nude calender to fund a facility for their community.

Peter Dutton's set to unveil the Coalition's nuclear power policy - how would you feel about having a nuclear reactor in your backyard?

China's Premier heads to Western Australia - why is Beijing so interested in Australia's critical minerals reserves and why might it be a threat to our national security?

As China's Premier visits Australia - both countries talk of a more 'stable' relationship but a long list of disputes between Beijing and Canberra remain unresolved

The United Nations blacklists both Hamas and Israel's armed and security forces -- for harming children during conflict. 

Hamas puts conditions on ceasefire deal as both sides accused of war crimes.

Joe Biden's son Hunter found guilty on weapons charges - the President says he won't be getting a pardon. 

With climate change looming as a key election issue, business groups call for sides of politics to find common ground.

As Israel celebrates a hostage rescue mission during which hundreds of Palestinians were killed - a blow to Benjamin Netanyahu's Government as a key member of the war cabinet resigns. 

Dozens killed in an Israeli attack on  a UN school inside Gaza. A big blow-out in the number of elderly Australians waiting for home care assistance. .

Our sluggish economy - can energy rebates and a tax cut keep Australia from falling into a financial abyss.

Money stolen to buy drugs, cars and holidays - how millions of dollars are being rorted out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Israel's Government on the brink of collapse as rightwing ministers threaten to quit over a ceasefire deal as the military reveals four more hostages have died.

As Josh Frydenberg considers reprising his political career, the Liberal Party has to deal with the optics of pushing a woman aside to allow him to do so. 

Former US President, Donald Trump found guilty of falsifying business records in criminal 'hush money' trial.

The Immigration Minister Andrew Giles scrambles to stop rapists and murderers being allowed to stay in the country - he's also trying to save his job

Israel says its weapons alone could not have ignited a deadly fire which killed 45 at a tent camp in Rafah - drawing widespread international condemnation.

International condemnation as Benjamin Netanyahu orders an investigation into an airstrike on a tent camp in Gaza which killed 45 people.

Political instability hits Papua New Guinea as a deadly landslide kills hundreds of people in the country's highlands - survivors are in a desperate search for food, water, and shelter.

Courts find social media company X can be held liable for hate speech published on its platform.

With polls showing Labour's set to sweep the Conservatives out of Downing Street, the British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls an early election.

Twice as expensive and 15 years to build - Australia's peak scientific body assesses the viability of nuclear power against renewable energy sources.

Britain's High Court hands Julian Assange a legal lifeline, ruling he can appeal his extradition to the United States.

Serious concerns about Iran's President and Foreign Minister who are missing after a helicopter crash - adding more tension into a region already wracked by conflict.

In his budget reply, Peter Dutton calls for a drastic cut in immigration to solve Australia's housing crisis.

It was a big Budget for health with new money for urgent care clinics and a digital counselling service but doctors and psychologists aren't convinced it's enough.

Energy bill relief, increased rent assistance and tax cuts for all - it's a Federal Budget aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures but the big question for economists is whether it's going to help the Reserve Bank curb inflation?

For the first time in nearly 20 years, a federal government will claim a back-to-back surplus. The Treasurer is forecast a surplus for the current financial year of close to ten billion dollars.

A gloomy economic outlook is set to dominate tomorrow's federal budget, as the Albanese government attempts to balance cost-of-living relief with the need to keep inflation down.

The Federal Government faces a backlash from its own backbench over it's plan for more investment in gas.

As the federal government is releasing its future Gas strategy

Besieged Palestinians cut off from aid as Israel's seizes the main border crossing into Gaza.

Hamas accepts a cease-fire proposal from Israel to halt fighting in Gaza but can it prevent the planned assault on Rafah where more than half of Gaza’s population, is sheltering?

The online radicalisation of vulnerable teens back in the spotlight in the wake of the police shooting of a 16 year old in WA.

A Perth family is pleading for help in the search for two Australians missing in Mexico.

Nearly a billion dollars to stop violence against women - what do frontline services think of the government's plan?

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

National Cabinet set to meet to address rising rates of domestic violence tearing at the nation's social fabric.

The Government takes a billion dollar gamble to develop the world's first commercially viable quantum computer network.

As Australians rally against violence towards women, the Prime Minister calls a National Cabinet meeting to discuss what can be done.

A New York appeals court overturns Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein's conviction for sex crimes, setting up a re-trial of the case.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

This ANZAC Day, Australians commemorate those who've sacrificed to make our country safe - hear one family's story. For four generations they've proudly served. Now,  they want to highlight the contribution Indigenous people have made to our military.

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Billionaire Elon Musk cries censorship as the Federal Court orders social media platform X to hide video footage of the Sydney church stabbing.

As Sydney honours the victims of the Bondi mass murder - both sides of politics look set to back a crackdown on the spread of misinformation on social media.

"A preventable tragedy": concerns about an overwhelmed child protection system after the suicide of a child in Western Australia.

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Comprehending, reflecting and moving on - Sydney deals with grief as Bondi Junction prepares to re-open up after Saturday's brutality.

A call for calm as tensions simmer across Sydney after the stabbing of an Assyrian priest during a church service.

Sydney on edge after a Priest targeted in a stabbing attack - police then facing an angry and violent crowd.

Tributes flowing in the for the victims of the deadly stabbing attack at Sydney's Bondi Junction - Police are now trying to piece together what happened and why?

The former American football star OJ Simpson, who was controversially acquitted of the murder of his ex-wife, has died; Ukraine passes a bill to boost its number of troops more than two years since Russia's invasion; And it's one of the biggest pressure points for State and Federal Governments - with builders going broke and struggling with labour shortages - how can housing needs be met?

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.

Hope for Julian Assange as President Biden considers dropping the prosecution of the WikiLeaks founder; Anthony Albanese outlines a second-term economic agenda promising a 'future made in Australia' with increased government assistance for 'growth industries' including clean energy, batteries and critical minerals; and a world-first developed here in Australia - a TV program made for kids in hospital by kids in hospital. 

The Foreign Minister suggests Australia's considering recognising Palestinian statehood saying it's the only way to achieve lasting peace

Australia, the United States and the United Kingdom are starting formal talks about including Japan in the so-called AUKUS defence partnership.

A review into Australia's supermarket giants recommends turning a voluntary code into a compulsory one, and stiff penalties if they do the wrong thing by consumers and producers.

Joe Biden warns US support for Israel hangs in the balance in the wake of the deadly airstrike on aid workers in Gaza.

If it seems like nothing is going right in the world, then The Bright Side is for you.

Pressure growing on Israel after the deaths of seven aid workers

International outrage as Israel admits it carried out a deadly strike that killed seven aid workers - including an Australian.

Fears of another Middle East flashpoint rising as Iran accuses Israel of killing one of its top commanders in an airstrike in Damascus.

In the biggest protests since the start of the Gaza conflict - Israelis take to the streets demanding a ceasefire with Hamas to free dozens of hostages still held by the terror group.

Investigators piecing together what caused a cargo ship to plough into a bridge in the US city of Baltimore - killing at least six people.

Chaos in Baltimore as a container ship ploughs into a bridge causing it to collapse - people are missing and it's forced the shutdown of one of the world's biggest ports.

Israel's furious with the US as it stands aside allowing the UN Security Council to vote for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

An offshoot of Islamic State claims responsibility for the deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall.

Join Sabra Lane for a comprehensive wrap-up of the Tasmanian election.

The US government to chase tech giant Apple in the courts - accusing it of 'uncompetitive behaviour' to maintain a monopoly over smartphones.

Conflicts of interest and opaque side-deals with contractors - how Australia's strata management industry is costing apartment owners millions of dollars in unnecessary fees.

China's Foreign Minister flies into Canberra for high level talks with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong as Hong Kong passes tough new security laws.

The online safety watchdog warns big tech companies to take extremist material off their platforms or face consequences.

Australia reinstates visas for people fleeing Gaza as communities here react to funding being restored to a controversial United Nations aid program.

It was key recommendation of the Aged Care Royal Commission and  today workers in the sectors will learn if they're to get a substantial pay increase.

The US moves to ban Chinese-owned Tiktok - is the social media app a threat to democracy or is silencing it a danger to free speech?

The Immigration Minister under pressure with yet another Home Affairs bungle over a group of detainees with criminal backgrounds.

The Prime Minister announces a four billion dollar boost to indigenous housing in remote communities.

It's not just inner-city elites - how motorists in our outer suburbs are driving the growth in electric vehicle sales.

US President Joe Biden to announce plans for a temporary port, to get more aid into Gaza, as aid groups warn of famine in the besieged territory.

The Federal Government could soon pay superannuation on paid parental leave.

Americans vote in Super Tuesday primaries

The US Supreme Court rules in Donald Trump's favour - allowing the former President to stay on state ballot papers.

Is the Coalition considering making small nuclear reactors the centrepiece of its energy policy?

More than one hundred people have been killed Gaza after Israeli soldiers fired warning shots as civilians scramble for food aid.

"Selling out" their country, party and colleagues - Australia's domestic spy chief accuses a former Australian politician of being recruited by a foreign power.

Families arrive as Police are confident they've found the bodies of missing couple Jesse Baird and Luke Davies - allegedly murdered by a serving officer.

Organisers of the Sydney Mardi Gras ask Police not to take part as their community grieves the deaths of two men ... allegedly murdered by a serving officer.

Should your superannuation be used to fix the housing affordability crisis? That's the plan from four of Australia's biggest industry superannuation funds to inject hundreds of billions of dollars into social and affordable housing.

In Gaza, warnings of starvation as the war stretches towards a fifth month.

Hearings have wrapped up in what is likely Julian Assange's last chance to avoid extradition to the US.

Julian Assange's lawyers says he's at risk of "a flagrant denial of justice" as they argue against his extradition to the United States.

The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny speaks - accusing Vladimir Putin of killing her husband with the nerve agent, Novichok.

The Federal Cabinet is in Perth as the government faces questions how a group of men arrived undetected in a remote part of WA's Kimberley region.

The largest functioning hospital in Gaza raided, sending patients and staff fleeing.

Dozens of homes have been destroyed in fires that have swept through western Victoria.

Wild storms knock down power transmission towers leaving hundreds of thousands without power in Victoria as fire crews battle bushfires across the state.

The United Nations warns Israel not to launch a full assault on Rafah ... describing the prospect as "terrifying".

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Ukraine war shake-up as Volodymyr Zelenskyy sacks his top military commander.

The Israeli Prime Minister rejects a Hamas ceasefire proposal - vowing to fight until his nation achieves 'total victory'.

A damning report into 'Closing the Gap' policies - how all governments are failing indigenous communities by not listening and taking a 'business as usual approach'.

King Charles stands down from public duties after a cancer diagnosis.

Parliament's back and Anthony Albanese wants his tax cut changes passed before Easter - do the Coalition or the Greens have other plans?

US President Joe Biden has signed an order which will punish Jewish settlers for attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank.

Hundreds of thousands of extra doctor appointments bulk-billed since the Federal Government boosted incentives for GP.

Political battle over tax cuts before Parliament resumes

The US says it'll do what's needed to protect troops, after a drone attack on a base in Jordan killed 3 American soldiers.

The US President Joe Biden is blaming Iranian backed militant groups for a drone strike in Jordan that has killed 3 American troops.

We look at the inspiring people recognised for making the country a better place.

Almost all workers will get a bigger tax cut than planned, as the Albanese Government says changed economic circumstances have prompted it to overhaul the stage 3 tax cuts; A nervous wait as Tropical Cyclone Kirrily heads towards the north Queensland coast;And thousands of flood victims still waiting for their insurance claims to be processed.

The Albanese Government is bracing for a political backlash as it prepares to make changes to planned stage 3 tax cuts

Disaster preparations are underway with a severe cyclone likely to cross the north Queensland coast this week.

Voters and small businesses offer the Albanese Government a few ideas to tackle the cost of living, as Federal Labor MPs prepare to head to Canberra for a special meeting.

Tensions ratcheting up as Pakistan carries out a retaliatory missile strike against Iran.

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong calls for peace between Israelis and Palestinians as she tours the West Bank.

Penny Wong arrives in the Middle East for a highly controversial visit - backing Israel's right to defend itself while urging caution in its conduct of the war

A missile strikes an American-owned and operated container ship in the Red Sea - just days after US and British forces struck Houthi bases in Yemen.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is refusing to say whether Australia will do more to support US-UK air strikes in Yemen.

Australia's Mary becomes Queen of Denmark 

The UN's top court begins hearing genocide allegations against Israel - a claim it denies.

Chaos on the streets of Port Moresby. People have been shot as well as homes and businesses looted. The army sent in to restore order.

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Flooding worsens in central Victoria after record breaking rain - residents in low lying parts of some towns told it's too late to evacuate.

Bulk billing rates drop further, doctors say it's an unsustainable system while patients say decent medical care is slipping out of their grasp.

The Islamic State terrorist group claims responsibility for two explosions in Iran killing nearly 100 people, the worst terrorist attacks in the country for decades.

Hezbollah warns Israel as bombs kill worshippers in Iran

A blow to Hamas with a senior leader killed in a suspected Israeli drone strike in Beirut - a move that risks a serious escalation of the conflict beyond Gaza's borders.

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The Queen of Denmark abdicates, paving the way for her son Prince Frederik to take the throne with his Australian born wife Mary by his side.

Warnings Australians risk being radicalised by the conflict in the Middle East after the death of a Sydney man in Lebanon - linked to the militant group Hezbollah.

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Wild storms turn deadly on the east coast as ferocious weather knocks out electricity and stretches emergencies services to their limits.

Israel's Prime Minister vows fighting in Gaza won't stop until victory over Hamas

At least 14 people have been killed and dozens more are injured following a mass shooting in the Czech capital of Prague.

As flood affected communities in far north Queensland continue the mammoth clean up, there are warnings it could take years for some homes to be repaired or rebuilt.

As the scale of the far north Queensland flood damage becomes clearer, the head of the National Emergency Management Agency is warning road repairs could take 'several years'

In far north Queensland, record-breaking rains are easing, but emergency rescues are continuing and water-logged communities remain cut-off.

Tens of thousands of residents in Far North Queensland are stranded, as record-breaking floods cut access to the region: AM speaks with the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese.

The Inspector General of Taxation investigates possible theft of personal data that's allowed scammers to claim millions of dollars in tax.

Far north Queensland counting the cost of now ex-tropical Cyclone Jasper.

The Federal Government hands down its mid-year budget update, offering fresh insight into how it plans to navigate cost-of-living pressures and a mounting debt bill.

The UN climate talks in Dubai are hanging by a thread, after some nations reacted furiously to a draft deal that removed language suggesting that fossil fuels could be 'phased out".

It'll be tougher for foreign students to get a visa to study in Australia, as the Federal Government tries to curb the number of migrants arriving in the country.

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New laws to lock up recently released immigration detainees rushed through Federal Parliament without debate.

Nearly 1 in 10 patients are waiting longer than a year for elective surgery, as public hospitals struggle to catch up from COVID pandemic disruptions

Two men released because of the High Court's ruling about immigration detention have allegedly reoffended.

Federal parliament rises for the year on Thursday, but the government has vowed politicians will remain in Canberra until the new preventative detention laws are passed.

The US secretary of state Antony Blinken is visiting Israel, as the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is due to expire. A boom in iron ore prices means there is a good chance of a federal budget surplus this year, but that doesn't ease the long-term challenges.Most young people with a disability say they find it easier being themselves online, rather than when they're with people face-to-face, but there is a downside.

Away from the war in Gaza, Israeli forces are clashing with Palestinians in a refugee camp on the West Bank. A new report finds rates of domestic and family violence among partners of past and current defence personnel are higher than in the general population.The OECD predicts interest rates in Australia will not be cut until late next year. 

The political race continues to put criminals released from immigration detention back behind bars;A fragile truce in Gaza holds as talks are held to further extend the Israel-Hamas ceasefire;And Indigenous leaders in the Northern Territory call for old, toxic mines to be cleaned up.. before any new developments are allowed.

Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend the four day truce in Gaza for another two days.

Israel and Hamas continue hostage and prisoner exchanges, as the US pushes for an extension to the temporary ceasefire.

Fire crews have worked through the night on Perth's northern outskirts, but they don't expect to bring a massive fire under control for days. 

A temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will allow some Israeli hostages to be exchanged for Palestinian prisoners and humanitarian aid

The Federal Government unveils a $600m plan to better protect its agencies, individuals and businesses from cyber criminals

The resignation of the Optus CEO might not be the only change the telco needs to make to restore public trust after a nationwide outage.

Australia has delivered an astonishing men's cricket World Cup upset, defeating India to claim a record sixth title.

Parliament rams through new laws putting strict conditions on dozens of detainees released from immigration detention - will they hold up to legal challenge?

Ankle bracelets and curfews are being proposed by the Federal Government as new measures to monitor people released from immigration detention.

China has been identified as major backer of serious hacking of Australian companies and infrastructure.

Renters in every capital city are worse off than now than before the pandemic and those living in regional areas are faring little better.

A major port operator remains crippled by a cyber attack, as the Federal Government prepares new cybersecurity rules for businesses.

Four-hour military pauses to begin in the north of Gaza, to allow civilians to escape and for desperately needed humanitarian aid to get in

Optus is facing a Government review into its nationwide phone and internet outage

After 13 interest rate rises, borrowers and business owners brace for more hikes as they juggle cost of living pressures

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has invited China's President Xi Jinping to Australia after what he calls a 'positive' landmark summit in Beijing; Donald Trump clashes with judge in his New York fraud trial; And researchers warning the Melbourne Cup could be luring a new generation of gamblers. 

Five killed and more injured as a car plows into outdoor diners at a pub in regional Victoria.  

Israel's Prime Minister says the country's soldiers are at the height of their battle with the Islamist militant group Hamas in Gaza City

Twenty Australians left Gaza through the Rafah border crossing into Egypt, but some weren't allowed through. 

The family of detained Australian writer Yang Hengjun's pleading with the Prime Minister to do everything in his power to save his life.

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will not agree to a ceasefire in Gaza. It comes concerns grow about the number of children being killed. A man with a lifelong disability is taking his fight to gain access to the NDIS to the United Nations. It's hoped changes to Medicare to allow nurse practitioners to play a bigger role where there aren't enough doctors.

The Israel Defence Force says its fighter jets have hit 450 Hamas targets, including operational command centres, in the past 24 hours. Foreign Minister Penny Wong concerned Gaza conflict could spread to wider region.  What can companies do to reduce the gender pay gap in their workplace? Some are having more success than others. 

Israeli tanks targeting Hamas' tunnel networks but anger's growing among families of hostages demanding the Government do more to get them back.

Anthony Albanese meets Joe Biden at the White House and gets a Presidential reassurance that the AUKUS nuclear submarines will be built despite political opposition in the US

Additional Australian soldiers and aircraft deployed to the Middle East as the security situation deteriorates

With Israel on the brink of a ground invasion of Gaza - Hamas releases two more hostages.

Gaza bombing raids step-up and clashes with Hezbollah intensify - Israel's war with Hamas threatens to escalate.

Humanitarian supplies still aren't getting into Gaza, as Israel continues its bombardment of the territory. 

As the Israel Gaza War worsens, the United Nations Relief Works Agency says its crews face extreme conditions as they try to help people.

Israel denies responsibility for an explosion and strike on a hospital in Gaza that has killed hundreds of people; The first group of Australians evacuated from Israel touch down in Sydney, while those with families stuck in Gaza plead for help; And Australia's domestic spy chief accuses China of economic espionage on an "unprecedented" scale. 

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens after diplomatic efforts fail to reopen a key border crossing which would allow aid to be sent in; A Sydney woman describes her fear and frustraton as she tries to leave Gaza; And winemakers left with a glut, as Australia waits for China to lift crippling tarrifs on our exports.

After the emphatic rejection of the Voice referendum, polticians and the public grapple with what comes next.

Campaigners make their last appeal to voters as the nation heads to the polls on a Voice to Parliament referendum tomorrow

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens as Israel continues its retaliation for the Hamas terrorist attacks

Israel's defence minister says the country's military is prepared to 'eliminate' Gaza.. following Hamas' deadly terrorist attacks; Traditional owners in central Australia sing to the Prime Minister and ask Australians to vote yes in Saturday's referendum; And parents warned that teen vaping is linked to poor mental health.

As Hamas escalates its rocket attacks on Israel, the Israeli airforce has stepped up its bombardment of Gaza, while food, water and electricity to the Palestinian territory is cut off; Hundreds march in Sydney for pro-Palestinian protest; And we visit remote communities in the Northern Territory as Australia prepares to vote on the Voice referendum. 

Fighting in southern Israel and the Gaza strip continues with hundreds dead on both sides after Hamas launched a surprise offensive in Israel.

World leaders condemn a Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian village that's killed 51 people.

The Albanese Government has unveiled a plan to deal with what it calls 'false' asylum seeker claims, as it vow to tackle a backlog of applications;

Rain has brought some relief for firefighters battling blazes in parts of New South Wales and Victoria.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says the referendum on a Voice to Parliament is still winnable for the "Yes" campaign. 

Footy fans have enjoyed a thrilling weekend with three grand finals, all turning into nail biters. 

Disability advocates hope today will mark a 'new era of equal treatment and justice', with the Disability Royal Commission report being made public

After hearing from thousands of people over four-and-a-half years, the disability royal commission is about to hand down its final report; Concerns that Australia's new multi-million dollar fire warning system is miscalculating the danger; And the experiment trying to transform polluted stormwater runoff in our cities into a valuable source of safe water. 

As Daniel Andrews steps down as Victoria's Premier, his political legacy examined; Will the Tasmanian government keep its promise to respond to a damning child sexual abuse inquiry? And could a shortage of lifeguards stops some pools in regional areas from opening?

An autism expert says he's appalled at the lack of oversight of programs being offered by some providers under the National Disability Insurance Scheme; Qantas pilots demand the airline's chairman Richard Goyder stand down. And farmers hoping recent good years will get them through a possible drought.

People with disabilities are being lured to new homes by unscrupulous operators who want to use their NDIS funding.

After a seven-decade reign and media empire spanning the globe, Rupert Murdoch steps down as chairman of Fox and News Corp; The Federal Government announces funding to test programs aimed at stopping family violence perpetrators re-offending; And fire services hoping to recruit more women and diverse volunteers, to secure the workforce into the future.

As Queensland calls for more volunteer firefighters, authorities say a repeat of the Black Summer season is unlikely.

The Bureau of Meteorology has formally declared an El Niño weather event and already the mercury is soaring and total fire bans are in place in parts of the country baking under the hot conditions; Bank bosses to be grilled about regional branch closures; And could there be a seaweed solution to lowering the world's methane emissions? 

Sydney is having its first fire ban in 3 years as experts warn that bushfire fuel loads in other parts of the country are very high

Political campaigning experts say the 'no' campaign has been using more effective strategies ahead of next month's referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament

As Australia brings on more renewable energy, thousands of kilometres of new transmission lines will be needed, but communities are concerned about the impact.  The death toll from the floods in Libya is now more than 10,000. The long-running Disability Royal Commission officially closes today. those involved hope it will lead to change. 

The Veterans's Affairs Minister responds to blistering criticism from the head of the Royal Commission into defence and veterans suicide;

The north African country of Libya has been devastated by floods, with thousands dead and 10,000 others missing

While the Federal Government's key housing policy is now likely to pass Parliament thanks to a deal with the Greens, renters are disappointed that there's little practical help for them

Villagers are burying their dead as rescue workers race to find survivors in the rubble of a devastating earthquake in Morocco

In just over five weeks, the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament will be held, but many voters say they don't know enough about the proposal.

Transport Minister Catherine King is refusing to elaborate on what factors influenced her decision to reject a request from Qatar Airways to increase its flights into some Australian cities.

Pressure shifts to the Qantas board to claw back bonuses paid to departed boss Alan Joyce.

Australia's health regulator is cracking down on non-surgical cosmetic procedures such as Botox and other injectable fillers.

Industrial relations changes for gig workers, casuals and labour hire staff take centre stage in Federal Parliament

Australia and the European Union have resumed talks about a proposed free trade agreement, but some are questioning if a deal will ever eventuate.

Victoria and South Australia are facing an increased risk of power blackouts this summer, while other states could run into trouble later this decade.

The Prime Minister today announces the date for when we'll vote on whether to enshrine an Indigenous Voice to Parliament in the constitution

A judge sets a March trial date for Donald Trump in the federal case charging the former US President with trying to overturn the 2020 election result.

Hundreds of Australian company directors have come out in support of a Yes vote in the approaching referendum on an indigenous voice to parliament.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has paid tribute to Yevgeny Prigozhin - the founder of the Wagner Mercenary group which led a short mutiny against Moscow earlier this year

Russia's mutiny leader Yevgeny Prigozhin reportedly dead in a mysterious plane crash.

Today's NAPLAN results reveal one in three school students is failing to meet minimum literacy and numeracy standards.

Anguish for families and calls for a national inquiry of hearing services after negligence involving cochlear implants affecting children in two states.

What will Australia look like in forty years? There'll be more of us, we'll be living longer, but needing more care as we age.

Data reveals that hundreds of Chinese satellites are passing over Australia currently, collecting information on military training activities.

Outrage in the remote indigenous community of Doomadgee in north-west Queensland after a respected elder's coffin was exhumed this week confirming his body wasn't in it.

National cabinet meets today to wrestle with the nation's growing housing shortage.

An Australian spy agency is drawn into the K-P-M-G scandal after awarding a 46-million-dollar contract to the consulting firm for a project it helped design.

An Australian spy agency is drawn into the K-P-M-G scandal after awarding a 46-million-dollar contract to the consulting firm for a project it helped design.

A huge grass-roots community relief effort's underway in Hawaii as locals ask why they weren't warned that huge fires were burning towards their communities.

A huge grass-roots community relief effort's underway in Hawaii as locals ask why they weren't warned that huge fires were burning towards their communities.

Officials assess the damage from a series of fires on the island of Maui, Hawaii, that have killed at least 36 people

Officials assess the damage from a series of fires on the island of Maui, Hawaii, that have killed at least 36 people

Wildfires racing across the Hawaiian island of Maui have claimed at least 6 lives, with some people jumping into the ocean to flee.

Wildfires racing across the Hawaiian island of Maui have claimed at least 6 lives, with some people jumping into the ocean to flee.

As the Prime Minister asks next week's National Cabinet to find answers on housing, the Greens continue their push for a rent freeze.

As the Prime Minister asks next week's National Cabinet to find answers on housing, the Greens continue their push for a rent freeze.

Australia makes it into quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Denmark.

Australia makes it into quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Denmark.

Consulting giant KPMG has been accused by two whistleblowers of repeatedly ripping off taxpayers while contracted by the Department of Defence.

Consulting giant KPMG has been accused by two whistleblowers of repeatedly ripping off taxpayers while contracted by the Department of Defence.

Donald Trump pleads not guilty in a US federal court to charges of trying to overthrow the results of the 2020 election.

Donald Trump pleads not guilty in a US federal court to charges of trying to overthrow the results of the 2020 election.

A call for change today as aged care providers question whether Australians should dip into their or pay a levy to fund their own care.

A call for change today as aged care providers question whether Australians should dip into their or pay a levy to fund their own care.

A call for tougher action on Chinese-owned social media platforms TikTok and WeChat because of national security threats.

A call for tougher action on Chinese-owned social media platforms TikTok and WeChat because of national security threats.

The Great Barrier Reef dodges being listed as 'in danger' .. but the threat from global warming remains.

The Great Barrier Reef dodges being listed as 'in danger' .. but the threat from global warming remains.

Australia's worst peacetime military accident in almost 20 years prompts questions about the future of the army's  troubled MRH-90 Taipan helicopter.

Australia's worst peacetime military accident in almost 20 years prompts questions about the future of the army's  troubled MRH-90 Taipan helicopter.

The United Nations Secretary General's major warning that we're now in the era of 'global boiling', as scientists say July has very likely been the earth's hottest month.

The United Nations Secretary General's major warning that we're now in the era of 'global boiling', as scientists say July has very likely been the earth's hottest month.

Hollywood star Kevin Spacey found not guilty of sexual assault charges; Energy prices are falling though you might not have noticed any change in your power bills yet. And as Australia's biggest homebuilder threatens to terminate a raft of fixed-price contracts, customers face paying more or giving up their dreams of home ownership.

Hollywood star Kevin Spacey found not guilty of sexual assault charges; Energy prices are falling though you might not have noticed any change in your power bills yet. And as Australia's biggest homebuilder threatens to terminate a raft of fixed-price contracts, customers face paying more or giving up their dreams of home ownership.

What will the latest inflation figures out today mean for the chances of another interest rate rise?

What will the latest inflation figures out today mean for the chances of another interest rate rise?

Mass evacuations continue from Greek resort islands as heatwave conditions persist in the Mediterranean.

Mass evacuations continue from Greek resort islands as heatwave conditions persist in the Mediterranean.

The Albanese government to unveil new industrial relations changes making it easier for casual workers to become permanent employees, if that's what they want.

The Albanese government to unveil new industrial relations changes making it easier for casual workers to become permanent employees, if that's what they want.

Australia's historic Women's World Cup campaign on home soil is underway with a 1-0 victory.

Australia's historic Women's World Cup campaign on home soil is underway with a 1-0 victory.

The Matildas kick off their women's World Cup campaign in Sydney tonight -- the first time the tournament has been held in this region.

The Matildas kick off their women's World Cup campaign in Sydney tonight -- the first time the tournament has been held in this region.

A major review of Australia's university sector to see the federal government offer guaranteed places to all Indigenous students who meet academic entry requirements.

A major review of Australia's university sector to see the federal government offer guaranteed places to all Indigenous students who meet academic entry requirements.

Yes or No? Opposing camps on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum have their official arguments published.

Yes or No? Opposing camps on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum have their official arguments published.

The Australian women's cricket team has retained the Ashes after defeating England in a thriller.

The Australian women's cricket team has retained the Ashes after defeating England in a thriller.

After months of speculation, the ABC understands the Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe won't be re-appointed to the job in September.

After months of speculation, the ABC understands the Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe won't be re-appointed to the job in September.

After months of requests from Ukraine, Australia agrees to send 30 more Bushmaster vehicles

After months of requests from Ukraine, Australia agrees to send 30 more Bushmaster vehicles

Agriculture remains key sticking point as Australia, EU fail to conclude free trade deal.

Agriculture remains key sticking point as Australia, EU fail to conclude free trade deal.

Australia is sending a surveillance aircraft to Germany to help monitor the flow of military and humanitarian supplies into Ukraine. 

Australia is sending a surveillance aircraft to Germany to help monitor the flow of military and humanitarian supplies into Ukraine. 

The Prime Minister has arrived in Europe ahead of NATO talks and revealed that Australia has secured a $1b deal to export military vehicles to Germany. 

The Prime Minister has arrived in Europe ahead of NATO talks and revealed that Australia has secured a $1b deal to export military vehicles to Germany. 

Today the Royal Commission hands down its verdict on the Robodebt debt recovery scheme that wrongly ensnared hundreds of thousands of Australians.

Today the Royal Commission hands down its verdict on the Robodebt debt recovery scheme that wrongly ensnared hundreds of thousands of Australians.

After years of devastating floods, farmers are preparing for the possibility of below average rain and above average temperatures.

After years of devastating floods, farmers are preparing for the possibility of below average rain and above average temperatures.

The Federal Government names four priorities for the proposed Voice to Parliament

The Federal Government names four priorities for the proposed Voice to Parliament

Borrowers, businesses brace for possible 13th interest rate rise.

Borrowers, businesses brace for possible 13th interest rate rise.

Scandal hit consultancy PwC among first to be referred to new national anti-corruption commission.

Scandal hit consultancy PwC among first to be referred to new national anti-corruption commission.

Bill shock: millions of Australians will face higher power costs from tomorrow, with benchmark prices to rise by up to 25 per cent.

Bill shock: millions of Australians will face higher power costs from tomorrow, with benchmark prices to rise by up to 25 per cent.

While inflation shrinks, economists caution interest rate hikes are still likely.

While inflation shrinks, economists caution interest rate hikes are still likely.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is praising his military for thwarting a 'civil war' as the leader of the attempted rebellion begins his exile in Belarus.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is praising his military for thwarting a 'civil war' as the leader of the attempted rebellion begins his exile in Belarus.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the organisers of an attempted military rebellion have betrayed their country and will be brought to justice.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin says the organisers of an attempted military rebellion have betrayed their country and will be brought to justice.

Political leaders are honouring the legacy of former Federal Labor leader Simon Crean who has died suddenly in Germany.

Political leaders are honouring the legacy of former Federal Labor leader Simon Crean who has died suddenly in Germany.

The US coastguard says it's found debris of a missing mini-sub near the Titanic shipwreck.

The US coastguard says it's found debris of a missing mini-sub near the Titanic shipwreck.

Rescuers searching for a missing submersible are focusing their efforts on a remote area of the North Atlantic where a series of underwater noises have been detected.

Rescuers searching for a missing submersible are focusing their efforts on a remote area of the North Atlantic where a series of underwater noises have been detected.

Less than 40 hours of oxygen is remaining in a submersible that vanished while taking tourists to the wreck of the Titanic.

Less than 40 hours of oxygen is remaining in a submersible that vanished while taking tourists to the wreck of the Titanic.

As Australians wait for a date to be set for the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, there's still little awareness of it in some of the most remote and disadvantaged communities.

As Australians wait for a date to be set for the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, there's still little awareness of it in some of the most remote and disadvantaged communities.

As Federal Parliament sits for the final week before the winter break, legislation to trigger a referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament is expected to pass.

As Federal Parliament sits for the final week before the winter break, legislation to trigger a referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament is expected to pass.

A week of scandal ends at Parliament House with a former colleague making accusations against Liberal Senator David Van; New Zealand's economy is officially now in recession.

A week of scandal ends at Parliament House with a former colleague making accusations against Liberal Senator David Van; New Zealand's economy is officially now in recession.

There are signs the job market in Australia is losing steam, with one of the country's biggest employment websites saying the number of positions on offer has fallen for the fourth month in a row.

There are signs the job market in Australia is losing steam, with one of the country's biggest employment websites saying the number of positions on offer has fallen for the fourth month in a row.

Former US President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 charges of mishandling national security documents after he left office.

Former US President Donald Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 charges of mishandling national security documents after he left office.

A man prepares to face court over the Hunter Valley bus crash that left 10 wedding guests dead.

A man prepares to face court over the Hunter Valley bus crash that left 10 wedding guests dead.

Ten people have died and multiple others have been injured in a bus crash in the NSW Hunter Valley.

Ten people have died and multiple others have been injured in a bus crash in the NSW Hunter Valley.

The Torres Strait island traditional owners fighting the Commonwealth in court to protect their homes from rising sea levels caused by climate change.

The Torres Strait island traditional owners fighting the Commonwealth in court to protect their homes from rising sea levels caused by climate change.

An aged care levy up for discussion, as the Federal Government tries to boost funding for the sector.

There are warnings about job losses and a possible recession after the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for a 12th time.

Unions and employers in the childcare sector are making a landmark application under new multi-employer bargaining laws.

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The defamation case has been dismissed, but the fallout continues for Australia's most decorated living soldier Ben Roberts Smith, found to have murdered unarmed civilians in Afghanistan in a civil case.

The Federal Government is signalling its intention to regulate artificial intelligence.

It's been revealed the Australian Federal Police was told 5 years ago about a potential leak of confidential Commonwealth tax information by consultancy giant PwC.

A massive budget surplus, a strained health sector and a troubled juvenile detention system are just some of the issues the next WA Premier faces after the shock resignation of Labor leader Mark McGowan.

Long childcare waiting lists, high fees keeping parents out of the workforce.

Six years since a landmark gathering at Uluru and the Statement from the Heart, which put forward the idea of the Voice to parliament - the leaders of those talks have gone back to the Rock, to mark the anniversary of the event; We gain access to Ukranian soldiers training for a highly anticipated counter-offensive against Russian troops; and educators say artificial intelligence can transform the way we teach children - for the better.

One of the world's most successful recording artists Tina Turner has died aged 83.

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While Australia's relationship with China is on the mend, Defence Minister Richard Marles says China is still 'a significant source of anxiety' for our national security; Papua New Guinea and the United States sign a new defence agreement; And a warning that efforts to reduce smoking rates are in danger of stalling.

The buy now, pay later industry is facing tough new laws aimed at better protecting the millions of people who use the products.

The world's heightened nuclear anxieties on the agenda as Anthony Albanese jets into Hiroshima to meet global leaders at an expanded Group of Seven meeting.

A UN agency says at least 1 of the next 5 years will be the hottest on record; Almost 5,000 tourism jobs vacant in Queensland.

New Zealand police are hoping to get into the extensively fire-damaged hostel in Wellington today to start recovering at least six bodies.

Multiple people are dead and others unaccounted for after a fire at a hostel in the New Zealand capital Wellington.

Business is cautiously optimistic that Chinese bans on Australian exports are a step closer to easing although there's no sign of an immediate breakthrough.

The Opposition accuses the government of fuelling inflation and making life harder for working Australians, in response to the Federal Budget handed down this week.

Disability advocates are expressing dismay that the Federal Government is hoping to make $74b in budget savings from the NDIS over the next decade.

Doctors are delighted but welfare groups are disappointed with budget boosts to bulk billing and welfare payments.

For the first time in 15 years, the Federal Government is forecasting it'll deliver a budget surplus.

Energy bill discounts will be part of a $14.6 billion cost of living package in tomorrow's federal budget.

The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it's 'frustrating' that his government has been unable to find a diplomatic solution to Julian Assange's case.

Russia accuses Ukraine of staging a drone attack on the Kremlin in a failed assassination attempt on President Vladimir Putin.

Persistent inflation and rebounding property prices are the reasons being offered by the Reserve Bank Governor for the shock decision to start interest rate rises again.

A major crackdown on e-cigarettes is on the way, with plain packaging and restrictions on colours and flavours in vapes to be introduced.

The Navy faces a challenge to keep Australia's current six Collins Class submarines ready for action. 

New figures reveal a 123-billion dollar "contingency" in Australia's largest ever defence project, the AUKUS nuclear submarine program.

A major review of Australia's migration system has signalled changes are needed to make it easier to bring in highly-paid permanent skilled workers

Australians will be able to buy twice as many common medicines for the price of one script under a major pharmacy shake-up.

China is urging countries not to 'hype up' the so-called China threat, after a major Australian defence review criticised its military build-up.

The most significant review of Australia's defence capability since World War Two to be unveiled by the federal government.

The largest and most powerful rocket ever built has exploded minutes after launch.

The way interest rates are set is about to be changed as the Reserve Bank undergoes an overhaul;

Fox News had paid $1b to settle a lawsuit over whether it deliberately spread vote rigging lies about the 2020 US Presidential election, allowing Rupert Murdoch to avoid a public grilling; Calls for more support for young homeless people; And thousands of scientists and tourists flood into Exmouth in WA for tomorrow's solar eclipse. 

The Federal Government is flagging a 'reboot' of the multi-billion dollar National Disability Insurance Scheme;

As the 'no' campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament launches an ad blitz, the Prime Minister is launching a pro Voice ultramarathon.

Powerful Tropical Cyclone Isla makes landfall on Western Australia's north-coast.

About three million Australians can't read or write properly and it's costing them jobs and promotions; West Australians bracing for Tropical Cyclone Ilsa; And the exhibition recreating the visual memories of people who can no longer see.

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Essential workers, including aged care staff, nurses, childcare workers and teachers are being priced out of the rental market.

"Yes" campaigners for an indigenous Voice to Parliament are hoping for high profile advocates, including sports stars. 

The Federal Liberal leader Peter Dutton denies he's on the wrong side of history by vowing to actively campaign for a no vote in the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to parliament.

US prosecutors allege Donald Trump conspired to illegally influence the 2016 Presidential election through a series of hush money payments

Donald Trump is preparing to become the first former US President to face criminal charges.

The Federal Opposition leader Peter Dutton is vowing to rebuild the Liberal party after an historic by-election defeat

The Federal Government pushes for a pay increase for Australia's lowest-paid workers, but business groups says a smaller increase is the only way to avoid more pain.

Unions are pushing for a 7% minimum wage rise, saying it's 'about survival' for 2.6 million workers.

Video games with simulated gambling to be given R18+ rating

Mining and gas lobby groups broadly support the deal struck between the Albanese Government and the Greens to reduce emissions from the country's biggest polluters.

Voters in NSW hope the newly elected Labor government will swiftly deliver promised higher wages for nurses and teachers

New South Wales Labor has ended its 12 years in the political wilderness, returning to power and giving the party control of every mainland state and territory.

The Federal Government's tweaked the wording around the Voice to Parliament proposal, but is it enough to win bipartisan support?

More than 650,000 people have already voted ahead of Saturday's NSW election.

The Federal Government and Coalition are inching closer to securing a deal over laws that will shape the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum.

A new UN report calls for urgent action on climate change.

Australia's biggest skin cancer study has been hit by an unpublicised data breach; Two decades after the Iraq war began, the country is grappling with political corruption, soaring unemployment and poverty; And a clean up begins after a record mass fish kill in western NSW.

A United Nations backed inquiry finds Russia's committed a range of war crimes in Ukraine, but how will those responsible be held to account?

There are warnings about gas shortages during extreme weather this winter, as well as long term supply problems.

The Defence Minister is defending the massive cost for the nuclear powered submarines program, although he won't reveal what budget savings will have to come.

A fleet of 8 new nuclear powered submarines will be built in Australia in a defence program that will cost up to $368 billion dollars.

Australia's nuclear submarine fleet is tipped to support 20,000 jobs over the next 30 years.

Could a shorter work week help those juggling paid work with caring responsibilities? A parliamentary committee says yes, and that it's time to test a four day work-week.

After being greeted by music and flowers, the Prime Minister is off to watch test cricket as he begins a four day visit to India;

There's a glimmer of hope the Reserve Bank might ease up on interest rate rises, with the central bank dropping its reference to needing more rate rises in coming months;

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As politicians head back to Federal Parliament, cost of living pressures are expected to dominate debate, while the Government presses ahead with some of its  key election promises;.

The damning findings from the inquiry into the 2017 Manchester Arena terror attack that killed 22 people - it might have been prevented if British security services had acted on key intelligence

Putting up the price of postage stamps and cutting back daily letter deliveries are some of the ideas being floated in a shakeup of Australia Post.

There's been a mixed response to the Federal Government's plan to introduce a 30 per cent tax rate on superannuation earnings for balances above $3 million.

As south-east Queensland residents remember last year's devastating floods, some people are deciding to raise their homes.

The federal government is stepping up efforts to improve Australia's protection against increasing cyber threats

A year since Russia's invasion Ukrainians brace for more attacks as its leaders tell the west they can win - if they get the right weapons

Twitter, TikTok and Google have been hit with legal threats from Australia's eSafety commissioner, who's  demanding to know what they're doing to crack down on child abuse material.

The ASIO boss is warning of "a hive of spies" targeting journalists, military veterans, and judicial figures in Australia.

As air raid sirens sounded, US President Joe Biden has visited Ukraine's capital Kyiv, vowing to provide 'unwavering support'

A National Week of Action has begun - urging Australians to back the 'yes' vote for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament ... but could its success be under threat by a lack of detail about how it will work?

Experts and government meet today to craft a strategy for the youngest Australians, with the first five years of life critical in paving the way to a healthy adult life.

Australia's northern naval defences bolstered as fears changes to immigration policy could tempt people smugglers back into business.

Aid flows into rebel-held areas of Syria as Turkey's leader compares the impact of the earthquakes to atomic weapons.

A war of words is deepening between Washington and Beijing - with both sides accuse each other of using high-altitude balloons for spying.

Thousands of refugees living for years in uncertainty eligible to stay permanently as Labor delivers on an election promise to abolish temporary protection visas - but will it prompt people smugglers to resume their trade? The latest Closing the Gap reports shows Indigenous health and development stalling and on some measures - going backwards; and are we missing out on the key technology and talent we need to decarbonise our economy?

The World Health Organisation warns a looming disaster due to a lack of essentials could claim more lives than the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria.

Anger growing over the Turkish Government's response to the earthquake disaster as the death toll rises.

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A plea for help after earthquakes devastate Turkiye and Syria - cities destroyed, vital infrastructure knocked out, thousands are dead but an unknown number are still trapped.

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The nation's leaders meet today to discuss how to solve packed hospital emergency departments and clogged GP surgeries; The federal opposition calls for more public debate to shape the Voice to Parliament before a referendum; And while emergency flood warnings are over in New South wales, communities in the west remain cut off, but optimistic.

There's been a sharp rise in the number of Australians delaying seeing a GP, filling a prescription, or seeing a mental health professional because of the cost;

As the Foreign Minister warns the Indo Pacific is becoming increasingly dangerous and volatile, a visiting US general says a huge effort will be needed to avoid conflict with China.