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Woman's death in far north Queensland deemed suspicious

The death of a 65-year-old woman in Queensland's far north is being treated as suspicious by police.

Call looms over Victorian coalition free vote on voice

Victorian coalition MPs will discuss whether to bind party room members to a formal position on the Indigenous voice to parliament or allow a free vot...

Sydney referee's jaw broken in post-match attack

A violent attack on a suburban Sydney soccer referee has drawn condemnation from the NSW premier and led one club to withdraw from further competition...

NT top cop Jamie Chalker steps down after settlement

Northern Territory Police Commissioner Jamie Chalker has retired after reaching a private settlement with the government, following speculation over h...

Home values rise as housing market downturn wanes

The housing market downturn appears to be ending across most major cities as new data shows a residential property upturn is occurring.

Aussie charged over alleged imam spitting in Indonesia

An Australian man who allegedly spat in the face of an imam in Indonesia has been charged after he tried to leave the country.

Ex-Melbourne lord mayor loses Order of Australia title

Governor-General David Hurley has stripped former Melbourne lord mayor and state opposition leader Robert Doyle of his Order of Australia title.

Crocodile attack fears over missing north Qld fisherman

A search for a missing fisherman has resumed after campers reported a commotion near a campsite in far north Queensland.

Boy, 11, hospitalised after shark attack in WA

A boy has been hospitalised after a shark attack in Western Australia's north.

Man arrested, charged over stabbing

A man has been arrested following a stabbing in Sydney's southwest that left another man injured.

AMA says obesity rates show tax on sugary drinks needed

The latest obesity data for Australia shows a tax on sugary drinks is urgently needed to prevent disease and save lives, the peak body for doctors say...

More Aussies eligible for housing affordability schemes

More Australians will become eligible for three government housing schemes, in a bid to get people into their own homes as the nation tackles a crisis...

Dangerous conditions linger for NSW south coast

Authorities in NSW have received more than 130 calls for help across parts of the state as heavy rain and strong winds hit coastal areas.

Jack Miller edged out for sprint win by teammate Binder

Australian motorcycle star Jack Miller has been edged out for victory in the sprint race at MotoGP's Spanish Grand Prix by his audacious teammate Brad...

Drivers on the run after collision with police van

The hunt is on for a truck driver who ran off after colliding with a police car and the driver of a van the officers were attempting to intercept.

Porter Davis customers gain access to plans for free

Porter Davis customers left in limbo after the builder collapsed will be able to access plans, permits and other key documents free of charge.

Noosa man takes responsibility over Indonesia rampage

A Noosa man arrested over an alleged rampage in Indonesia is disturbed by his actions and takes full responsibility, according to his family.

Dangerous conditions forecast for NSW south coast

Heavy falls and dangerous winds across coastal areas in southern NSW are tipped to ease by evening with authorities on alert to help with damage.

Australian exchange student to fly home after poisoning

An exchange student who may have ingested rat poison will be flown back to Australia for specialist care after funds were raised for a medical charter...

Heavy rain bringing flash flood risk to NSW south coast

Residents along the NSW southern coast have been urged to prepare their homes and avoid driving if possible with forecast heavy rain and flash flood r...