Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  3. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  4. Usain Bolt stripped of gold medal in Jamaican doping case

    Usain Bolt is stripped of one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter.

  5. Australia Day honours list recipients on what it means to be recognised

    A nurse who has served at international disaster zones and former prime minister Julia Gillard are among the list of 958 people recognised on the Australia Day honours list for 2017. Here is what some of the recipients had to say.

  6. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  7. Sixers beat Heat in super over to make BBL final

    Sydney Sixers advance to the Big Bash League final against Perth Scorchers after needing a super over to get past Brisbane Heat in a thrilling clash at the Gabba.

  8. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  9. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  10. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  11. Police in Somalia end siege at Mogadishu hotel

    At least eight people are dead and 14 injured as Somali security forces end a siege by extremist fighters who stormed a hotel in the capital, police say.

  12. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  13. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  14. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  15. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  3. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  4. Usain Bolt stripped of gold medal in Jamaican doping case

    Usain Bolt is stripped of one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter.

  5. Australia Day honours list recipients on what it means to be recognised

    A nurse who has served at international disaster zones and former prime minister Julia Gillard are among the list of 958 people recognised on the Australia Day honours list for 2017. Here is what some of the recipients had to say.

  6. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  7. Sixers beat Heat in super over to make BBL final

    Sydney Sixers advance to the Big Bash League final against Perth Scorchers after needing a super over to get past Brisbane Heat in a thrilling clash at the Gabba.

  8. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  9. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  10. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  11. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  12. Woman jailed over hoarding of animals in 'worst conditions' inspector has seen

    A northern New South Wales woman is sentenced to a month in jail after 31 dogs and 43 cats were found living among rubbish and faeces in a small three-bedroom house.

  13. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

  14. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  15. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Gillard calls for better gender balance among Australia Day award winners

    Former prime minister Julia Gillard is among those receiving Australia Day honours, but says a gender imbalance remains in how the gongs are distributed.

  3. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  4. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  5. Usain Bolt stripped of gold medal in Jamaican doping case

    Usain Bolt is stripped of one of his nine Olympic gold medals in a doping case involving teammate Nesta Carter.

  6. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  7. Ninth person dies of thunderstorm asthma

    A ninth person dies of thunderstorm asthma after the freak weather events in Victoria last November, which saw 8,500 people seek hospital treatment.

  8. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  9. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  10. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  11. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  12. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

  13. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  14. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Honoured Queenslanders take a bow in Australia Day awards

    Queensland's first female premier Anna Bligh, sports stars Bronte Campbell and Mick Fanning, and television presenter Kay McGrath are among 121 people across the state to be recognised in the Australia Day honours list.

  3. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  4. Dad charged over 9yo's death in jet ski crash at Mount Isa

    A father is remanded in custody over a jet ski crash in which his nine-year-old son was killed at Lake Moondarra in north-west Queensland.

  5. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  6. Man charged with 168 offences, including rape

    A man returning to Australia from Thailand is arrested and charged with 168 offences, including 29 counts of rape, all committed on the Gold Coast more than 10 years ago, police say.

  7. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  8. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  9. CSG-rich land set aside for Australian-only sales

    A 58-square-kilometre parcel of coal seam gas-producing land in the Surat Basin is set aside exclusively for the Australian market by the Queensland Government.

  10. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  11. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  12. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  13. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  14. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  15. Woman jailed over hoarding of animals in 'worst conditions' inspector has seen

    A northern New South Wales woman is sentenced to a month in jail after 31 dogs and 43 cats were found living among rubbish and faeces in a small three-bedroom house.

  16. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Lead in QEII water above drinking standard: WA health officials

    Health authorities confirm lead levels in the water at Perth's Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre (QEII) were above the Australian drinking standard in early January, but insist there is no risk to public safety.

  3. West Australians from diverse backgrounds honoured on Australia Day

    The 64 West Australians recognised in this year's Australia Day honours come from diverse backgrounds, including an outdoor adventurer, an expert in dementia and a genomics researcher.

  4. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  5. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  6. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  7. Sixers beat Heat in super over to make BBL final

    Sydney Sixers advance to the Big Bash League final against Perth Scorchers after needing a super over to get past Brisbane Heat in a thrilling clash at the Gabba.

  8. 'People don't want to do it': WA farmers walking away from sheep

    Falling sheep numbers in Western Australia spark concerns the state will not be able to capitalise on rising international demand, unless a deliberate push is made to grow flock sizes.

  9. WA Labor warns of 'broken promises' after Liberals' Thornlie to Coburn rail pledge

    The WA Government's announcement of a rail line linking Thornlie and Coburn is a last-minute stunt to secure seats at the March election, Labor says.

  10. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  11. Threat eases from out-of-control bushfire in WA's South West

    A bushfire that was threatening lives and homes in Bridgetown in Western Australia's South West is contained and an emergency warning downgraded.

  12. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  13. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  14. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  15. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  16. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. South Australians with passion and perseverance honoured on Australia Day

    A rock lover, two gold medallists and a mum doing all she can to find a cure for her son's rare bone marrow disease are just some of the South Australians honoured with Australia Day awards.

  3. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  4. Gillard calls for better gender balance among Australia Day award winners

    Former prime minister Julia Gillard is among those receiving Australia Day honours, but says a gender imbalance remains in how the gongs are distributed.

  5. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  6. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  7. Homeless man jailed for murdering partner while on 'ice bender'

    A man who beat his partner to death with a metal pole and left her body in a car park storeroom is sentenced to at least 20 years in jail.

  8. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  9. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  10. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  11. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  12. 'Fallstreak' cloud phenomenon appears in Riverland skies

    Residents in South Australia's Riverland region may have spotted something quirky in the sky this morning, after an unusual cloud formation appeared over Lake Bonney at Barmera.

  13. Woman jailed over hoarding of animals in 'worst conditions' inspector has seen

    A northern New South Wales woman is sentenced to a month in jail after 31 dogs and 43 cats were found living among rubbish and faeces in a small three-bedroom house.

  14. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  15. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Mother of Clea Rose honoured for work with victims of crime

    Since the death of her daughter Clea in 2005, Francis Rose has inspired many Canberrans through the difficult experience that is being a victim of serious crime. Today her work is recognised in the Australia Day honours.

  3. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  4. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  5. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  6. 'Bomb it': Canberra theatre threatened after displaying Australia Day billboard

    Anti-Islamic protesters call for the Canberra Theatre Centre to be destroyed after it displays an "un-Australian" image of two Muslim girls wearing hijabs celebrating Australia Day.

  7. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  8. First baby born under publicly funded ACT homebirth trial

    A trial of publicly funded home births in the ACT sees its first delivery, but critics of the program maintain it places mother and child at increased risk.

  9. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  10. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  11. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  12. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  13. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

  14. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. Tasmania's Governor among state's Australia Day honours recipients

    From quiet achievers to a former Supreme Court justice and the state's Governor, more than 20 Tasmanians are honoured in this year's Australia Day honours.

  3. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  4. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  5. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  6. Wait for prosthetic foot threatens 7yo's return to school

    Seven-year-old Deklyn Gibson has had five prosthetic feet since he was five and now delays with the latest mean he might miss the start of school.

  7. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  8. Bishop expresses concern over new Israeli settlements

    The Australian Government is "concerned" about the significant recent settlement announcement in the West Bank, a spokesperson for Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says.

  9. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  10. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  11. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  12. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  13. Woman jailed over hoarding of animals in 'worst conditions' inspector has seen

    A northern New South Wales woman is sentenced to a month in jail after 31 dogs and 43 cats were found living among rubbish and faeces in a small three-bedroom house.

  14. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Top Stories

  1. Champion for stem cell use named Australian of the Year

    A biomolecular scientist whose research helped restore mobility in a quadriplegic man is named as this year's Australian of the Year, discussing the importance of medical research in his acceptance speech.

  2. First Indigenous woman to graduate from Harvard among NT Australia Day honourees

    The first Indigenous nurse trained in Darwin, a musician who toured with Louis Armstrong, and an 85-year-old doctor are among the 14 Territorians recognised in this year's Australia Day honours list.

  3. Mass escape after riot at youth correction facility in Malmsbury

    Seven inmates are on the run after escaping from a youth correction facility in Malmsbury and stealing several vehicles north-west of Melbourne.

  4. Trump moves ahead on Mexico border wall

    US President Donald Trump signs directives to build a wall along the country's border with Mexico and crack down on cities that shield illegal immigrants, proceeding quickly on sweeping and divisive plans to curb immigration and boost national security.

  5. Netherlands launches global abortion fund to counter Trump cuts

    The Netherlands launches a global fund to help women access abortion services to compensate for US President Donald Trump's ban on federal funding for foreign groups providing abortions abroad.

  6. Police reverse decision to close Alice Springs police station at night

    A community backlash leads to the NT Police Commissioner reversing the decision to close the front counter of the Alice Springs police station overnight.

  7. Rafa roars into Australian Open semis

    A resurgent Rafael Nadal moves through to the Australian Open semi-finals for the first time in three years via a gritty straight-sets win over Milos Raonic on Rod Laver Arena.

  8. Shorten slams Joyce's 'go west' edict on home ownership

    Opposition Leader Bill Shorten accuses the Federal Government of being out of touch on housing affordability after the Deputy Prime Minister suggests people should move to the country if they want to purchase a home.

  9. Triple j Unearthed winner has high hopes for Hottest 100

    Emerging Melbourne musician Tash Sultana says her love for music dragged her from drug problems to the top of the Australian music scene.

  10. China tells Trump to stay out of South China Sea dispute

    China uses a US television network interview to send its strongest message yet to Donald Trump that it will not back down on its claims in the South China Sea.

  11. Contaminated water from mine discharged into Edith River

    A gold mine north of Katherine starts deliberately discharging contaminated water into a river due to the heavy rainfall in the area.

  12. 'You wouldn't celebrate September 11': Ad compares Australia Day to tragic world events

    If you wouldn't celebrate the September 11 attack on the twin towers, why would you celebrate Australia Day on January 26? That is the question being asked by a new Invasion Day ad campaign inspired by a famous anti-piracy campaign from the 2000s.

  13. 10-year-old has close call with great white shark

    A NSW man takes photos of his 10-year-old son unknowingly surfing over a great white shark.

Features

  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

  2. Everything you need to know about triple j's Hottest 100

  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. Men losing the battle of the bulge

  5. Why Moonlight deserves to win Best Picture

  6. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  7. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  8. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  9. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

  10. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  11. Director of 'Vanuatu's Romeo and Juliet' says Oscars nod 'a dream come true'

  12. How are the Oscar nominees decided? It turns out there's a 'magic number'

  13. Octogenarian yogi teaches mind, body and soul on the mental health ward

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

  15. What we know about Australia thanks to supermassive black holes

Features

  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

  2. Everything you need to know about triple j's Hottest 100

  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. What's on in Sydney on Australia Day

  5. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  6. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  7. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  8. International flavour at Tamworth Country Music Festival

  9. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  10. Each six hit by Sydney Sixers aims to empower women

  11. Director of 'Vanuatu's Romeo and Juliet' says Oscars nod 'a dream come true'

  12. Octogenarian yogi teaches mind, body and soul on the mental health ward

  13. Cockington Green Gardens: Canberra's 'crazy' miniature creation collection

  14. What we know about Australia thanks to supermassive black holes

Features

  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

  2. Everything you need to know about triple j's Hottest 100

  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  5. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  6. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  7. How are the Oscar nominees decided? It turns out there's a 'magic number'

  8. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  9. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

  10. Director of 'Vanuatu's Romeo and Juliet' says Oscars nod 'a dream come true'

  11. Octogenarian yogi teaches mind, body and soul on the mental health ward

  12. UK Supreme Court's ruling may put the brakes on Brexit, but won't prevent it

  13. What we know about Australia thanks to supermassive black holes

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

Features

  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

  2. Everything you need to know about triple j's Hottest 100

  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  5. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  6. 'Film is not dead': Resurgent interest in analogue photography

  7. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  8. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

  9. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  10. Director of 'Vanuatu's Romeo and Juliet' says Oscars nod 'a dream come true'

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  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

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  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  5. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  6. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  7. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

  8. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  9. How are the Oscar nominees decided? It turns out there's a 'magic number'

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  5. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  6. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  7. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  8. What's it like being a 6yo schoolgirl in a wheelchair?

  9. Octogenarian yogi teaches mind, body and soul on the mental health ward

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  1. Meet our Australian of the Year

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  3. Is it a budgie smuggler or a bushman's clock? Take our Aussie slang quiz

  4. Your best photos celebrating life in Australia

  5. What would it take to change the date of Australia Day?

  6. Postecoglou reveals his father is his toughest critic

  7. Few optimists on Australian housing outlook

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  10. How are the Oscar nominees decided? It turns out there's a 'magic number'

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  1. Director of 'Vanuatu's Romeo and Juliet' says Oscars nod 'a dream come true'

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