The outsider
Former priest Greg Reynolds’s trouble with the Catholic Church began when he backed the ordination of women.
More to reign than just sitting pretty
Mark Dapin International beauty pageants are not all swimsuit showdowns and Blue Steel stares.
Louis Nowra wins $23,000 Patrick White Literary Award
Susan Wyndham Two days after Louis Nowra's play Inside the Island opened in Sydney in 1980, Patrick White was on the phone first thing to commiserate: ''He's such a c---.''
Abbott raises global ire after ditching tuna deal
ANDREW DARBY The Abbott government has been rebuked by Japan and New Zealand for ditching Australia's commitment to monitor closely its catch of the endangered southern bluefin tuna.
Interest rate cuts still possible, says Reserve Bank
MATT WADE The Reserve Bank has shaved its expectations on economic growth and made it clear further interest rates cuts are possible despite the jump in house prices.
Violence against women continues at appalling rate, says Governor-General
TONY WRIGHT Australia shares the worldwide disgrace of horrific violence against women at the hands of men, Governor-General Quentin Bryce says.
Jakarta sparks boat standoff
Michael Bachelard, Natalie O'Brien and David Wroe Indonesia has declared it will refuse to take back asylum seekers rescued by Australian ships unless there is a threat to their lives, as a standoff between the countries continued off Java on Friday night.
Clergy inquiry to call for reporting laws
11:08pm Clergy who don't pass on abuse allegations should be charged with a criminal offence, a Victorian inquiry will recommend.
Wanderers go top after beating Heart
Ben McKay 9:35pm Shannon Cole's first half goal was enough to see the Western Sydney Wanderers defeat the struggling Melbourne Heart on a wet AAMI Park.
Scott sizzles at Aust PGA then snoozes
Ed Jackson 6:25pm Early-riser Adam Scott claimed the lead at the Australian PGA Championship then headed off for a nap as his rivals faltered on day two at Royal Pines.
Indonesian hackers vow payback over Australian spying
DAVID WROE 5:24pm Indonesian hackers are vowing a fresh wave of cyber attacks against Australia in retaliation for the spying affair, this time targetting government websites including intelligence agency ASIO.
Third trial expected over WA woman's death
4:54pm A jury has not been able to reach a verdict over the alleged manslaughter of a Perth woman who died more than 20 years ago.
Audit will find aged care needs funds: BDO
Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics Correspondent 4:46pm Consultants BDO believes the aged care sector is chronically under funded and faces a future crisis if nothing is done now.
England plans hampered by rain
Ben Horne 4:45pm England are worried their plans for the first Test have been thrown out of whack by two successive rained out days in Hobart.
Schofields to face off in Emirates Stakes
Mathew Toogood 4:09pm Boban has risen to every challenge so far this campaign and Glyn Schofield believes he can do it again in the Group One Emirates Stakes at Flemington.
CBA shareholders angered by rogue planners
Greg Roberts 4:02pm CBA's board has been questioned by shareholders over a rogue planners scandal that came to light several months ago.
Hockey aware of growth challenges
Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics Correspondent 3:54pm Treasurer Joe Hockey has warned that if mining investment projects planned for 2014/15 don't go ahead, Australia faces a great growth challenge.
Mitchell Johnson on track for Ashes
8:39pm Ashes hopeful Mitchell Johnson has had five catches off his bowling dropped during Western Australia's Sheffield Shield clash with South Australia.
Hills says healthcare entry well received
Trevor Chappell 2:55pm Hills says the entry of its technology and communications business into the healthcare sector has been well received.
Abbott defends asylum seeker briefings
3:18pm The Abbott government has confirmed an asylum seeker situation is under way off the coast of Indonesia, but isn't offering much detail.
Daley ready to stick with Roosters halves
Ian McCullough 1:59pm NSW coach Laurie Daley says Mitchell Pearce and James Maloney are almost certain to be his first-choice halves pairing once again next year.
Gombau happy with Reds but wants a win
Steve Larkin 1:57pm Adelaide United coach Josep Gombau is rapt with the progress of his A-League club, but says they need a win against the Newcastle Jets on Saturday.
Grassfire smoke covers Sydney motorway
3:53pm A grassfire is burning right up to the back fences of homes at Kemps Creek, in Sydney's west, and smoke is creating problems on a major motorway.
Budget improvement to take time: Deloitte
Colin Brinsden, AAP Economics Correspondent 11:08pm Deloitte Access Economics expects federal budget deficits will linger for longer than previously forecast by Treasury.
Economic trends encouraging: Hockey
1:51pm Treasurer Joe Hockey has told a Sydney audience that the budget is in poor shape and likely to get worse.
Greens tell Hockey to delay GrainCorp bid
1:53pm The Australian Greens have called on Treasurer Joe Hockey to wait for a Senate inquiry to be completed before making a decision on GrainCorp takeover.
Abbott says defence culture 'admirable'
3:01pm Abbott defends defence personnel, as acting opposition leader says HMAS Ballarat abuse allegations should be "absolutely thoroughly investigated".
Vic govt 'fought hard to save Qantas jobs'
12:48pm Victorian Premier Denis Napthine says he's extremely disappointed that Qantas will axe almost 300 jobs from its heavy maintenance base in Avalon.
Rogers hits unbeaten 96 for Vics
Greg Buckle 5:32pm Victoria have reached 1-175 in their second innings at stumps on day three of their Sheffield Shield match against NSW at the MCG.
CSIRO cuts will impact Australia's ability to combat deadly bushfires: staff
NOEL TOWELL 11:34am Job cuts at Australia's frontline science agency will hurt the nation's ability to combat the threat of deadly bushfires, according to CSIRO staff.
