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PM downplays commission criticism on manufacturing push

The chair of the productivity commission has raised concern the Future Made in Australia Act could increase reliance on government funds.

Making cents of Bruce Lehrmann’s ‘unprecedented’ lawsuit

The lawsuit Bruce Lehrmann brought over a Network Ten broadcast took on a life of its own, and the only certainty is people will be tuning into the decision.

Conditions apply in return of famous Molly the magpie to family

Molly the magpie will be returned to a family and their two dogs if certain conditions can be met with Queensland's environment department.

Pacific cities predate European influence, ANU reveals

The first cities in the Pacific were established much earlier than previously thought, long before European colonisation, according to ANU.

Former Channel 7 Sunrise reporter Nathan Templeton dies

Former Channel 7 Sunrise reporter Nathan Templeton has sadly passed away while walking his dog near the Barwon River in Geelong.

Judgment day set again for Lehrmann defamation case

The highly-anticipated judgment in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Ten will be delivered next week after the court heard new, last-minute evidence.

David Johnston named as new chief of defence force

Vice Admiral David Johnston has been appointed the new Chief of the Australian Defence Force, replacing General Angus Campbell.

Hefty fines, tougher code could cut grocery prices: PM

Shoppers could pay less for groceries under plans to impose heavy financial penalties on supermarkets that fail to comply with a code of conduct.

‘When you sign me’: behind Bruce Lehrmann’s Seven interview

At the time of Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial he was already in discussions with Seven for an exclusive interview with a six-figure pay cheque, a court has heard.

Cocaine and sex worker allegations levelled at Bruce Lehrmann

A former Seven producer alleges he witnessed Bruce Lehrmann buy cocaine and attempt to order sex workers while he was courted for an interview.

ACT Government fulfils Murray-Darling water recovery obligations

The ACT and Federal Governments have reached an agreement over water recovery under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

Canberra-born Samantha Mostyn AO the new governor-general

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced Canberra-born Samantha Mostyn AO will become Australia's next governor-general.

Australia ‘outraged’ over aid worker Zomi Frankcom being killed in Gaza

Anthony Albanese wants to speak with Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu after an Australian aid worker was killed in Gaza, leaving the nation "outraged".

Reynolds, Higgins defamation case returns to court

Lawyers for Senator Linda Reynolds, Brittany Higgins and her partner will attend court to sort out the next steps in the defamation case after mediation failed.

Bruce Lehrmann case to reopen to test drugs and other claims

Untested allegations that Seven Network reimbursed Bruce Lehrmann for drugs and sex workers will be examined by the judge who will decide his defamation case.

Heartbroken community rocked by double drowning tragedy

The drowning deaths of a father and grandfather on the Gold Coast have been called "a pain for every family" in their Sikh community.

Politicians face losing pay for poor behaviour

Politicians who breach workplace safety standards could have their pay docked under a proposed body that will investigate alleged misconduct.

Father, grandfather drown trying to save toddler on the Gold Coast

An Easter tragedy has unfolded on the Gold Coast with a father and grandfather dying trying to save their toddler who fell into a pool.

Villain or vindicated: judgment looms for Bruce Lehrmann

Ex-Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann will soon learn if his defamation case over an interview with Brittany Higgins on 10's The Project has been successful.

Easter is reminder of importance of forgiveness: PM

In his 2024 Easter message, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has underlined the importance of forgiveness, grace and kindness to those in need.

Warnings TikTok could usher in a ‘digital cold war’

The TikTok debate has fuelled a global furore over privacy, data collection and state influence that threatens to divide the internet down geopolitical lines.

Future of festivals in doubt as Splendour cancelled

The future of music festivals in Australia could be in doubt with Splendour in the Grass the latest to cancel its 2024 event.

Splendour in the Grass 2024 cancelled

In yet another blow to festival goers, Splendour in the Grass has reportedly been cancelled for 2024.

Coroner heeds lessons from deadly Black Summer infernos

An inquest into the Black Summer bushfires will not 'lay blame' over the deaths of 25 people when it delivers it's findings this week.

Small business may struggle under wage rises: coalition

A pay bump for Australia' lowest paid workers could cause small businesses to close, the opposition has warned.

Jacqui Lambie open to backing Liberal minority in Tasmania

Tasmania's Liberals are chasing crossbench support to form minority government after the state election, including from the Jacqui Lambie Network.

Calls for religious discrimination laws public debate

Draft religious discrimination laws should be publicly released so the community can have a respectful debate, LGBTQI advocates say.

Labor dips in Newspoll as cost of living bites

The latest Newspoll shows Labor's primary vote has slipped while the Coalition's has edged up.

Tasmania vote a lesson for federal Labor and Liberals

With a federal election looming the major parties are looking to the Apple Isle for lessons with another hung parliament on the cards in Tasmania.

Defiant Jeremy Rockliff claims minority mandate

Australia's only Liberal government is on track to win more seats than Labor at the Tasmanian election but not enough to form majority.