Accused killer Gerard Baden-Clay has demonstrated how he cut himself shaving on the morning he reported his wife Allison missing two years ago, before a packed courtroom.
Milne snub to Palmer has greens on edge
Simmering tensions in the conservation community over the Greens' response to Abbott government environment policies are threatening to fracture the party's support base.
Call for concerns on NDIS to be voiced
The minister responsible for the National Disability Insurance Scheme has urged families with concerns about how the scheme is operating to make their views known.
Tougher line planned for jihadists fighters
The Abbott government is examining ways to make it easier to prosecute Australian jihadist fighters returning from the Middle East, amid growing fears of the creation of a mini-state in the region that could export terrorism.
Tamil Asylum seeker boat may be forced back
Tamil asylum seekers believed to have been intercepted on a stricken fishing vessel off Christmas Island might be forcibly returned directly to south Asia by the Australian government.
Arrest at ANU during education protests
One person was arrested and two more taken away by police at the ANU on Monday night during a protest against Foreign Affairs Minister Julie Bishop.
Abbott government says it is not legally bound to compensate Corinna Horvath
The Abbott government says it is not legally bound to accept the UN committee's advice to compensate a woman who was beaten by police and to investigate alleged police misconduct.
ACCC sues discount coupon website Spreets for misleading and deceptive conduct
The consumer watchdog is suing group-buying website Spreets for misleading and deceiving customers over discount deals, voucher rules, and consumer rights.
Catholic bishop charged with a child sex offence
One of the most senior members of the Catholic Church has been charged with a child sex offence, the Church has confirmed.
World's worst illegal logging in Indonesia
Indonesia is destroying its tropical rainforests faster than Brazil, and the rate is soaring despite a five-year moratorium on new clearing.
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