Trial begins for teen Michelle Bright's killing in 1999

A trial has begun for a man charged with murdering teenager Michelle Bright and trying to rape another young woman over two decades ago in central NSW...

Northern bases share $3.8b boost to national defence

The federal government will put $3.8 billion towards a slate of upgrades and refurbishments at defence force bases and barracks across northern Austra...

Bodyboarder, 70, drowns at Phillip Island beach

A 70-year-old bodyboarder has drowned at a beach on Victoria's Phillip Island.

How many missiles does it take to change a military?

A major defence force review has found Australia is not ready to tackle modern challenges and more than long-range missiles are needed to combat China...

Australian shares edge lower as inflation cools

The local share market has clawed back most of its early losses to finish down just 0.1 per cent on hopes that moderating inflation might keep rates o...

Panel to set nursing staff baseline at NSW hospitals

Safe staffing levels for NSW nurses will become mandatory in the state's hospitals as the government works towards a key election promise.

Construction starts on WA's Burrup amid outcry

Traditional owners have expressed outrage over the start of construction of a new fertiliser plant on WA's world heritage nominated Burrup Peninsula.

'It's time': NSW Liberal MP backs Indigenous voice

A NSW MP says it's time to create a voice to parliament that will help Aboriginal people thrive, while highlighting a WWI digger's struggle.

Staged lift to criminal responsibility age irks experts

Raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14 in Victoria will be staggered under a government plan criticised by advocates and opponents.

NSW cashless cards to be pokies reform 'game changer'

As politicians debate reforming NSW's gaming industry, new figures show poker machines pull in a collective $23 million statewide each day.

Aged care commissioner dismisses closure concerns

It would be surprising if new around-the-clock nursing requirements led to forced closure of facilities, the aged care commissioner says.

Iconic national parks to get $262 million budget boost

A funding boost in the upcoming budget will go towards upgrading national park facilities as well as boosting conservation and cultural heritage manag...

Nap time as Neil the seal returns to Tassie foreshore

Tasmania's resident elephant seal has delighted locals with a visit to Hobart where wildlife authorities advise keeping their distance from the wild m...

Australian lab urges global co-operation on malaria jab

A lack of funding for malaria research means urgent global collaboration is needed to deliver a successful vaccine, the head of an Australian lab says...

Rental crisis opens door for Greens in inner-city seats

The Greens will use rental increases and housing crisis to target inner city seats after the party's vote went up at the 2022 election, leader Adam Ba...

Call to cut red tape to benefit household solar owners

Independent modelling urges regulators to plan for widespread rooftop energy systems and millions of batteries on wheels, or risk consumers being over...

Indigenous knowledge can help address climate change

Incorporating Indigenous knowledge systems and science is an effective way of addressing the impacts of climate change, and it's urgent in the Torres...

'Cruel': Asylum seeker scolds temporary visa work rules

Refugee advocates have criticised Australia's migration system as being cruel to asylum seekers, restricting their ability to work despite a skills sh...

Cash rate call on a knife edge as inflation slows

Official inflation data shows consumer prices have started to lose momentum but the cost of living remains punishingly high for Australian households....

Fight over affordable housing puts renters in focus

Greens leader Adam Bandt is calling for a rent freeze and more investment in affordable housing but the prime minister says his proposed fund goes far...