11 h. ago ICAC to be given expanded powers to use illegally recorded conversations

The Minns government is set to introduce the changes ahead of an anticipated inquiry into a fugitive Sydney property developer’s alleged dealings.

Events

19 h. ago Inside the allegedly toxic rescue service, masked by a ‘god amongst men’ reputation

Staff at Westpac Rescue have allegedly been left broken amid claims of sexual harassment, bullying and victimisation within the iconic organisation.

Politics

21 h. ago More than 1600 customers of Dodo and iPrimus impacted by cybersecurity breach

More than 1600 customers of telco Dodo and iPrimus have been impacted by a data breach of the company's email and mobile services.

Economics

30 h. ago ‘I want him in the ground’: Why family will name ‘Cheryl’s killer’

Five decades after a toddler vanished from a beach south of Sydney, her family vows to unmask the man who once allegedly confessed to her murder.

Events

47 h. ago A single piece of cloth stands between this student and his lifelong dream of becoming a paramedic

For religious reasons Prabhjeet Gill has a beard and does not cut his hair. He was shocked when he was told this meant he couldn’t do a required mask-fitting test.

Politics

55 h. ago Camper says he didn’t think he would survive after going missing for nine days

A 61-year-old was found in Victoria’s Bushland after starting multiple fires to attract rescuers.

Events

66 h. ago ‘He said he would burn the evidence off’: Domestic violence survivor says she was failed by ankle monitoring

Kelly North, who lived in a regional town, said she was perpetually moving between short-stay accommodations to flee her alleged attacker who left her “half-dead” through sexual assault, and doused her in hot water to allegedly ‘burn any evidence off’.

Events

2 d. ago ‘For a bigger profit, I guess’: Why accused kickback mastermind inflated invoices

Sacked transport official Ibrahim Helmy also allegedly schemed with his right-hand man to “find loopholes” in the system, an anti-corruption inquiry has heard.

Politics

3 d. ago Sniper claimed he ‘did a community service’ by killing WA underworld heavyweight, court told

The WA Supreme Court has heard the man who David Pye allegedly paid to shoot former Rebels boss Nick Martin was glad he killed him.

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3 d. ago Call this a geriatric rant if you wish, but at 90, I’ve decided enough is enough

I’m fond of King Charles but, on my significant birthday, I must declare: I am not his subject. I owe him no allegiance.

Politics

3 d. ago OzHarvest and Woolies reach incredible food rescue milestone

OzHarvest and Woolworths have reached an incredible food rescue milestone after a 10-year partnership.

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3 d. ago ‘Changed my whole life’: CBD stabbing victim details slow recovery as her alleged attacker is named

The victim of an apparently random stabbing attack in Melbourne’s CBD says she is slowly recovering but is still fearful, as her alleged attacker’s identity is revealed.

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3 d. ago NSW cricketer suspended after celebration that was ‘imitating NBA star’

Manly player Joel Davies had three matches of a five-week ban suspended.

Economics

3 d. ago Brisbane news live: Tradie takes down man during alleged attempted armed robbery

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4 d. ago Tradie takes down man during alleged attempted armed robbery

A tradie has taken down a man after he allegedly attempted to rob a service station on the Gold Coast.

Events

4 d. ago Bullying claims, failures ‘baked into’ Queensland recycling scheme

Whistleblowers have alleged bullying, harassment and intimidation by staff, while an inquiry claims its establishment was rushed and poorly planned.

Politics

4 d. ago Bomb pipes, ‘terrorist handbook’ and 50 stolen snakes allegedly discovered in 21

The alleged raft of dangerous items triggered a visit from the bomb squad. Police found the snakes kept in plastic storage containers in a spare room.

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4 d. ago Vulnerable to be cut off from free medical checks as Melbourne clinics axe services

One of Australia’s largest community health organisations say funding shortfalls are forcing it to cut GP services and sell its Collingwood clinic.

Politics

4 d. ago Trump says he is considering strikes on Venezuela, raising pressure on Maduro

After a series of US strikes on alleged drug consignments at sea, there are reports the CIA has been authorised to carry out covert operations inside Venezuela.

Politics

4 d. ago How Thai cave rescue hero Richard Harris found peace on a remote New Zealand dive

The adventurous anaesthetist features in a new film about one of his most extreme dives yet.

Politics