Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  4. Historic Sydney pub stops live music after noise complaint

    One of Sydney's best-known pubs, which has been around for more than a century, is forced to silence local artists performing live music in its courtyard due to a noise complaint from a neighbour.

  5. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  6. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  7. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  8. Israel plans 2,500 new settlement homes in West Bank

    Israel announces plans for 2,500 more settlement homes in the occupied West Bank, the second such declaration since US President Donald Trump took office signalling he would be less critical of such projects than his predecessor.

  9. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  10. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  11. East Timor drops spying case against Australia

    A week of conciliation talks ends in East Timor dropping its spying case against Australia as part of negotiations to resolve the long-running dispute over permanent maritime boundaries in the Timor Sea.

  12. 'An act of betrayal': City divided over Australia Day cancellation

    The port city of Fremantle is set to effectively become a litmus test for the #changethedate movement when the local council holds its "culturally inclusive" alternative celebration to Australia Day two days later.

  13. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  4. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  5. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  6. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  7. Australian Catholic priest accused of abuse at Scottish school arrested in Sydney

    An Australian Catholic priest accused of child abuse offences at a prestigious Scottish school is arrested in Sydney more than a year after authorities in the UK announced plans to extradite him.

  8. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  9. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  10. 'An act of betrayal': City divided over Australia Day cancellation

    The port city of Fremantle is set to effectively become a litmus test for the #changethedate movement when the local council holds its "culturally inclusive" alternative celebration to Australia Day two days later.

  11. East Timor drops spying case against Australia

    A week of conciliation talks ends in East Timor dropping its spying case against Australia as part of negotiations to resolve the long-running dispute over permanent maritime boundaries in the Timor Sea.

  12. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  13. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  4. Nearly $700K raised for victims of Bourke St tragedy

    Members of the public donate almost $500,000 to go with $200,000 from the federal and Victorian governments to help the victims of last week's tragedy in Melbourne.

  5. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  6. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  7. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  8. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  9. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  10. East Timor drops spying case against Australia

    A week of conciliation talks ends in East Timor dropping its spying case against Australia as part of negotiations to resolve the long-running dispute over permanent maritime boundaries in the Timor Sea.

  11. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

  12. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  13. Thorny devil lizards hatch at Alice Springs Desert Park

    A tiny lizard unique to Central Australia has been successfully bred at the Alice Springs Desert Park, with each hatchling weighing in at just 2 grams.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  3. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  4. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  5. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  6. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  7. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  8. East Timor drops spying case against Australia

    A week of conciliation talks ends in East Timor dropping its spying case against Australia as part of negotiations to resolve the long-running dispute over permanent maritime boundaries in the Timor Sea.

  9. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  10. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

  11. Police hunt thief who swapped $20,000 worth of watches with fakes

    CCTV footage of a man swapping two valuable watches, including a $15,000 Rolex, with fakes is released by Queensland police ahead of the anniversaries of the thefts.

  12. SNL comedy writer suspended after Barron Trump tweet

    Kate Rich, a comedy writer for NBC's Saturday Night Live, is suspended following a tweet ridiculing US President Donald Trump's youngest son, Barron.

  13. Hundreds of fish, crabs die after extreme Queensland weather

    Eighty fish wash up dead in south-west Queensland and hundreds of crabs also perish on a south-east island after extreme conditions.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  4. 'An act of betrayal': City divided over Australia Day cancellation

    The port city of Fremantle is set to effectively become a litmus test for the #changethedate movement when the local council holds its "culturally inclusive" alternative celebration to Australia Day two days later.

  5. Geraldton shark net election promise met with surprise

    A Liberal Party election vow to erect a shark net at a popular regional beach in Western Australia is met with surprise by locals and described as "pork barrelling" by a political commentator.

  6. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  7. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  8. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  9. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  10. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  11. Boy dies after being hit by vehicle in WA's Kimberley

    A four-year-old boy dies after being struck by a car in the West Australian town of Derby, with police launching an investigation.

  12. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  13. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

  14. Uncertainty for homeowners as BuiltonCorp placed into voluntary administration

    Work stops on about 130 residential home building sites as Perth builder BuiltonCorp is placed into voluntary administration, owing about $16 million to unsecured creditors.

  15. Dispute over WA's debt dilemma takes election centre stage

    Shadow treasurer Ben Wyatt concedes WA Labor does not have a silver bullet solution to the state's debt problem, amid accusations from Premier Colin Barnett that it has no plan to reduce borrowings.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  4. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  5. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  6. Two more cases of legionnaires' disease reported in SA

    Another two cases of legionnaires' disease are reported in South Australia, bringing to eight the number linked to a single cluster.

  7. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  8. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

  9. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  10. SA urged not to take a sickie after Australia Day

    With tens of thousands of Australians expected to take a sickie after the Australia Day public holiday, Business SA is pleading with workers to consider the impact on their employer.

  11. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  12. SA child protection worker psychometric testing in limbo

    A new psychometric testing regime for South Australia's child protection workers is in limbo, with the public sector union lodging a dispute in the Industrial Relations Commission.

  13. Thorny devil lizards hatch at Alice Springs Desert Park

    A tiny lizard unique to Central Australia has been successfully bred at the Alice Springs Desert Park, with each hatchling weighing in at just 2 grams.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  4. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  5. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  6. Canberra woman who survived brown snake bite feeling 'very lucky'

    A woman who survived a bite from a venomous brown snake in Canberra heaps praise on paramedics and hospital staff, thanking them for their help during a "scary" time that had her questioning whether she could die.

  7. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  8. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  9. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  10. East Timor drops spying case against Australia

    A week of conciliation talks ends in East Timor dropping its spying case against Australia as part of negotiations to resolve the long-running dispute over permanent maritime boundaries in the Timor Sea.

  11. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  12. 'An act of betrayal': City divided over Australia Day cancellation

    The port city of Fremantle is set to effectively become a litmus test for the #changethedate movement when the local council holds its "culturally inclusive" alternative celebration to Australia Day two days later.

  13. Australian women exercise more than men, report finds

    Australian women are outperforming men when it comes to keeping active across the country, with the difference starkest in Queensland, according to data from the Australian Sports Commission.

  14. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Tasmania reviewing bail arrangements after Victorian carnage

    Tasmania is examining how the state's out-of-hours bail system operates in the wake of last week's deadly driver rampage in Melbourne's CBD, which killed five people.

  3. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  4. Child sex offender Sonny Day moved from Ellendale after arson attack

    The Tasmanian Government confirms convicted child sex offender Sonny Day has been moved from a residence at Ellendale after an arson attack, but will not not say where he is currently living.

  5. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  6. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  7. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  8. Hobart's controversial Christmas tree to stay all-year round

    Hobart's controversial $35,000 metal stake Christmas tree is being given a new lease of life as a year-round art installation.

  9. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  10. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  11. Johnson destroys Stars, as Scorchers win through to BBL final

    Mitchell Johnson produces the staggering figures of 3-3 in a devastating display of fast bowling to help Perth Scorchers defeat Melbourne Stars by seven wickets and earn a place in the Big Bash League final.

  12. More bodies found in Italian mountain resort struck by avalanche

    The death toll from an avalanche in central Italy climbs to 16, as hopes begin to fade that any of the 13 people still missing might be found alive under a mountain resort buried by tonnes of snow and rubble.

  13. 'An act of betrayal': City divided over Australia Day cancellation

    The port city of Fremantle is set to effectively become a litmus test for the #changethedate movement when the local council holds its "culturally inclusive" alternative celebration to Australia Day two days later.

  14. Tyre shredding facility approved for Longford stockpile

    A massive stockpile of about 1 million car and truck tyres at the Tasmanian town of Longford should be gone within three years with the approval of a shredding facility.

  15. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

Top Stories

  1. UK can't trigger Brexit without parliamentary vote, court rules

    The UK's Supreme Court rules that Prime Minister Theresa May must get parliamentary approval before starting the process of leaving the European Union.

  2. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

    Millions of Australians have profited from the mantra that house prices only ever go up. But is that shibboleth about to be demolished? Business reporter Michael Janda investigates.

  3. Crocs, floods, and food drops as NT braces for more heavy rainfall

    The Top End is in for more wild weather as the Katherine River reaches flood levels, and a crocodile is spotted attacking a suburban bin and escaping into a street drain.

  4. Outback pilots deliver goods to remote communities cut-off by wet

    Northern Territory outback aircraft deal with tough weather conditions during food drops and property flyovers as the big wet continues.

  5. Bliss n Eso says blanks used in gun involved in actor's death

    No live ammunition was loaded in the weapon which killed stuntman and actor Johann Ofner during filming of a music video for Australian hip hop group Bliss n Eso in Brisbane's CBD, management for the group says.

  6. Bali murder suspect tells court his co-accused cut up victim's ID 'to protect him'

    The trial of a Byron Bay woman and her British boyfriend over the alleged murder of a Bali police officer continues, with the court hearing she cut up the officer's identification to protect him from identity theft.

  7. Trump advances controversial North Dakota pipeline

    President Donald Trump signs orders to advance the construction of the Dakota Access oil pipeline, which was at the centre of the Standing Rock protests, along with the Keystone XL project which had been blocked by Barack Obama.

  8. And the Oscar (nomination) goes to...

    La La Land scores a record-tying 14 Academy Awards nominations, Australian films Lion and Tanna scoop seven between them, while the Academy diversifies its field after #OscarsSoWhite with three films depicting stories about African-American life up for Best Picture.

  9. Tensions between US and China could stretch Australia as Trump dumps TPP

    The focus on a new China-centric TPP could put Australia in a difficult situation down the track if the US, Australia's greatest ally, demands full support in any confrontation with China, Australia's biggest trading partner.

  10. Thorny devil lizards hatch at Alice Springs Desert Park

    A tiny lizard unique to Central Australia has been successfully bred at the Alice Springs Desert Park, with each hatchling weighing in at just 2 grams.

  11. Federer to meet Wawrinka in Australian Open semis

    Four-time champion Roger Federer ensures the Australian Open semi-finals will have a Swiss flavour, as he books a meeting with countryman Stan Wawrinka in the last four.

  12. US to send big military aircraft contingent to Darwin

    The United States will send its largest aircraft deployment to Australia as part of the next rotation of Marines to Darwin in coming months, as part of a "more diversified" and "more capable force".

Features

  1. Who gets to choose the Oscar nominations and how do they decide?

  2. How Trump has become the single biggest global market influence

  3. Can Gladys Berejiklian stare down the glass cliff and win?

  4. Photographing one of the world's tallest trees in Tasmania's Styx Valley

  5. There's no time like the present to improve your financial health

  6. Superhero sculptures help mould young artists

  7. In pictures: Bourke Street victims remembered at vigil

  8. Can't sleep when it's hot? Here's why

  9. Hopes of saving orange-bellied parrot hang on foster baby

  10. Trump will conform or be removed, former Bush adviser says

  11. Creepy crawly quiz: How much do you know about stings and bites?

  12. New Royal Adelaide Hospital plagued with issues from the start

  13. The world number ones you've likely never heard of

Features

  1. Who gets to choose the Oscar nominations and how do they decide?

  2. Can Gladys Berejiklian stare down the glass cliff and win?

  3. Photographing one of the world's tallest trees in Tasmania's Styx Valley

  4. Meet the 2017 Indigenous Law Student of the Year — a former florist with seven children

  5. How Trump has become the single biggest global market influence

  6. There's no time like the present to improve your financial health

  7. First-time school mums share their mixed emotions

  8. Superhero sculptures help mould young artists

  9. Can't sleep when it's hot? Here's why

  10. Fed up with fake news? Scientists may have a 'vaccine' for that

  11. Where does Gladys Berejiklian stand on NSW's big issues?

  12. Creepy crawly quiz: How much do you know about stings and bites?

  13. In pictures: Bourke Street victims remembered at vigil

  14. Gladys Berejiklian: The hard-working but private NSW Premier

  15. The world number ones you've likely never heard of

Features

  1. Who gets to choose the Oscar nominations and how do they decide?

  2. How Trump has become the single biggest global market influence

  3. Can Gladys Berejiklian stare down the glass cliff and win?

  4. Photographing one of the world's tallest trees in Tasmania's Styx Valley

  5. There's no time like the present to improve your financial health

  6. Can't sleep when it's hot? Here's why

  7. Hopes of saving orange-bellied parrot hang on foster baby

  8. Trump will conform or be removed, former Bush adviser says

  9. Fed up with fake news? Scientists may have a 'vaccine' for that

  10. The world number ones you've likely never heard of

  11. Creepy crawly quiz: How much do you know about stings and bites?

  12. How does Victoria's bail justice system work?

  13. Where does Gladys Berejiklian stand on NSW's big issues?

  14. Why Trump's Supreme Court nomination matters

  15. Do you really want to get fit? Observations from a PT

Features

  1. Explained: How blanks might cause death

  2. Who gets to choose the Oscar nominations and how do they decide?

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  4. Photographing one of the world's tallest trees in Tasmania's Styx Valley

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  2. How Trump has become the single biggest global market influence

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  4. Can Gladys Berejiklian stare down the glass cliff and win?

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  2. Study questions ADHD diagnosis

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