New data points to major inflection point in the fight against illegal tobacco
State premiers and conservative parties have been calling for Labor to cut the tobacco excise.
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Root stunner continues Aussie collapse
England veteran Joe Root takes a screamer at slip as Australia are left reeling early in their ODI run chase.
Perth man charged with murder after rural shooting death
A 38-year-old man will appear before the court on Monday as police investigate the shooting of a 44-year-old man they believe was known to him.
This school’s black and red blazers are more than a uniform. They’re a passport to a prestigious network
In its 148 years, Xavier College has produced a Queensland premier, a lord mayor of Melbourne, and 18 federal and state MPs. Schoolboys who enter the exclusive Kew Catholic school’s gates are “Xaverians for life”.
The Wallabies desperately need more power. A missing weapon is nearing his return
Les Kiss’ team was exposed up front against England. In France, back-rower Langi Gleeson is closing in on a return after nine months on the sidelines with a serious knee injury.
‘Good riddance’: One of the most popular HSC subjects is being overhauled. Teachers are thrilled.
The NSW Education Standards Authority has unveiled a new business studies curriculum, to the delight of teachers who have long criticised the current course as illogical and outdated.
Three teens fighting for life after stolen car crash
A 14-year-old was believed to be behind the wheel of an allegedly stolen car when it crashed in Brisbane’s east, leaving three teens in a critical condition.
Homophobic graffiti sprayed on Sydney MP's office under investigation
A crime scene has been set up at Alex Greenwich's office on Oxford Street in Surry Hills after an attack he describes as "deeply distressing".
Shark attack hero breaks through for Iron Series win
An emotional Charlie Verco describes his journey from a shark-attack rescue to a maiden Iron Series win as a "roller coaster".
Albanese stands by Ukraine but won't rule out photo with Putin
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he will consider the wishes of his Chinese hosts about the prospect of a summit 'family photo' that could include Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Weekend deaths push WA road toll to grim record high
With more than a month to go before the year ends, the road toll in Western Australia has already hit 186 deaths — more fatalities than all of last year.
After tragically losing a mate, Herbert is helping businesses with his shirt
Golfer Lucas Herbert has returned to Australia on a mission to use his platform to help those struggling in the tough economic climate.
Man in custody after police helicopter search near Devonport
A man allegedly linked to a series of incidents in Tasmania's north-west, including a service station robbery, is in police custody following a multi-hour search.
Anthony Albanese welcomes Trump-Xi-Putin summit – even as European leaders express reservations
‘We think dialogue is a good thing,’ Australian PM says after German chancellor urges the US to work with Europe for peace in Ukraine Australia has endorsed this week’s historic summit between Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin in China, even as European leaders warn tha
Federal Court rules Lorella Springs Wilderness Park tourism permit invalid
Northern Territory native title holders are claiming a "hard fought win" after a Federal Court judge ruled a tourism permit for Lorella Springs Wilderness Park is invalid, and ordered the Pastoral Land Board to reassess the application.
England sets Australia big run chase after opener's century
England opener Tom Banton has clubbed a century as the visitors set Australia 356 runs to win their second one-day international.
Ben Carroll urges a sweaty Melbourne crowd to ‘make history’. Across town, Jess Wilson says she ‘takes nothing for granted’
In rival Victorian election campaign launches, Labor pledges $1.17bn for elective surgeries while Liberals say they will send young offenders to boot camp Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast As Ben Carroll arrived at a Melbourne community centre to launch
Anthony Albanese apologises for hot-mic gaffe after Coalition criticises ‘locker-room talk’
Prime minister says he and Chris Bowen were having ‘light-hearted banter’ when they were caught discussing where they keep their phones Get our daily political email , free app or daily news podcast Anthony Albanese has apologised for a hot-mic gaffe at the UN climate talks in Tu
How did ‘wire replacements’ ground planes across the entire US?
A single issue during maintenance grounded thousands of flights across the country.
Katherine Deves among four NSW upper house candidates revealed by One Nation
Party’s NSW leader Mike Newman says contenders are ‘people from the real world’ and not ‘career politicians’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The failed federal Liberal candidate Katherine Deves, who campaigned to exclude transgender women from women’s
Thunderstorms, giant hail and powerful winds forecast for NSW as wild weather hits east coast
Volatile weather predicted after storms on Saturday, with a man in his 20s struck by lightning while swimming on NSW Central Coast Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Dangerous and severe “supercell” thunderstorms with the potential for giant hail and des
David Jones’ future looks grim. Is Myer next?
With Myer’s profitability battered and share price languishing near all-time lows, DJs’ slide into administration raises an uncomfortable question Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast When the retailer’s doors slide open, shoppers are greeted by rows of sl
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