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Embattled motorists win bowser relief as taxes slashed

Embattled motorists win bowser relief as taxes slashed

The government has moved to cut taxes on petrol and diesel, as the Middle East war sends global oil prices through the roof.

Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal

Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal

Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal

Australia to have another 'crack' at Indian trade deal

Australia will go back to the drawing board with India on expanding its trade agreement, after finalising a free trade deal with the European Union.

ABC talks 'constructive' as bosses lock eyes with union

ABC talks 'constructive' as bosses lock eyes with union

ABC talks 'constructive' as bosses lock eyes with union

ABC talks 'constructive' as bosses lock eyes with union

After a months-long stalemate over pay, union officials have hinted there's been positive signs from their meeting with the head of the national broadcaster.

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Telcos told to alert network failures through registers

Telcos told to alert network failures through registers

In the wake of two fatalities linked to a network outage at Optus, telcos will face more public scrutiny under tough new rules in a bid to improve transparency.

Kylie Minogue to perform at AFL Grand Final

Kylie Minogue to perform at AFL Grand Final

After pursuing the Australian pop princess for years, the AFL has finally secured Kylie Minogue as the pre-game entertainment for the 2026 Grand Final.

The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest

The 'horrific' disease hitting regional Aussies hardest

Exposure to pesticides and other environmental factors could be behind far higher rates of motor-neurone disease in regional areas, experts warn.

Tree-changers seeking smaller communities for new lives

Tree-changers seeking smaller communities for new lives

City-dwellers are increasingly moving to smaller communities rather than regional cities to escape housing and transport costs, a report has found.

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Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra

Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra

Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra

Pianist to tour Australia amid legal row with orchestra

Concert pianist Jayson Gillham will return to Australia for a self-presented tour, as his court case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra continues.

Iran war impact bites Albanese according to new polls

Iran war impact bites Albanese according to new polls

Iran war impact bites Albanese according to new polls

Iran war impact bites Albanese according to new polls

One Nation is riding high in two new polls, indicating that despite new jockeys in the leadership saddles, the federal coalition is still in for a bumpy ride.

City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

City crowned ALW premiers after 'Nix fall to Wanderers

Wellington's shock 1-0 loss to struggling Western Sydney has allowed Melbourne City to claim the A-League Women premiership.

Truck tax cut backed as fuel-rationing threat looms

Truck tax cut backed as fuel-rationing threat looms

Truck tax cut backed as fuel-rationing threat looms

Truck tax cut backed as fuel-rationing threat looms

Business groups have urged the government to cut the road-user charge for trucks, but not the fuel excise for all motorists.

AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent

AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent

AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent

AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent

North Melbourne's Tristan Xerri could be suspended for multiple AFL matches after he was charged with serious misconduct for wiping blood on an opponent.

RBA to air board's disagreement in meeting minutes

RBA to air board's disagreement in meeting minutes

RBA to air board's disagreement in meeting minutes

RBA to air board's disagreement in meeting minutes

Central bank watchers will get to peak into the Reserve Bank board room as minutes of a meeting that split 5-4 in favour of an interest rate hike are released.

Electric or bust: truck industry demands urgent U-turn

Electric or bust: truck industry demands urgent U-turn

Electric or bust: truck industry demands urgent U-turn

Electric or bust: truck industry demands urgent U-turn

Skyrocketing diesel prices are adding cost and uncertainty to heavy transport and operators are calling for help to change the industry's direction.

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No pants Penguin comedy show makes a triumphant return

The award-winning Classic Penguins returns to the comedy festival. Its star, Garry Starr, might need to put his pants back on - he's pitching for television.

Call to label domestic violence a public health crisis

Historic dismissal of gendered violence has meant it has not been prioritised as a public health issue but a Melbourne medical student wants to change that.

Kennedy the man as Gout eyes nationals re-match

Lachlan Kennedy underlined his status as Australia's fastest man with a sprint double in Melbourne, but young rival Gout Gout is already eyeing a 200m rematch.

Kennedy edges Gout in 200m showdown in Melbourne

Lachlan Kennedy has done the sprint double at the Maurie Plant Meet and relegated Gout Gout to second place in the 200m.

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Sydney clinch vital derby win, Newcastle beat United

The Newcastle Jets have beaten fourth-placed Adelaide United to keep their finals hopes alive, while Sydney FC upset Melbourne Victory in the A-League Women.

Australia to be 'overprepared' for ongoing fuel woes

Australians are being urged to use common sense instead of stockpiling petrol and diesel as the government proposes new powers to secure supplies.

Earth hour turns 20 at pivotal moment in climate action

From the Sydney Opera House to the world, the 20th anniversary of Earth Hour comes at a critical time in the global response to climate change.

Why small business is fighting back against Meta bans

After months of being locked out of her business social media accounts, an Australian hairdresser has finally regained access but she’s one of the lucky ones.

Late Bos goal helps stodgy Socceroos past Cameroon

A late goal from Jordy Bos has helped Australia to a 1-0 win over Cameroon in their friendly in Sydney.

Young gun dropped in Demons selection shock

Trent Rivers has been left out of the Melbourne side to face Carlton, while West Coast and Port Adelaide will unveil new recruits in round three.

Australia and Germany step up defence, industrial ties

Germany is considering adding an Australian-made drone to its arsenal as the two nations look to step up their defence cooperation amid global shocks.

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