32 h. ago ‘China is relentless’: US diplomat warns Beijing could be influencing PNG treaty delay

Returning home without a PNG defence treaty would be another blow for Albanese after Vanuatu shelved plans to sign a security deal with Australia last week.

Events

33 h. ago Teaching Mandarin in Victorian schools, student exchange top of China strategy

Premier Jacinta Allan secured a personal meeting with China’s Minister for Education as she promised more opportunities for Victorian teachers and students to learn about Chinese culture.

Society

33 h. ago ‘Under pressure’: PNG, Australia scramble to lock in defence treaty

Returning home without a PNG defence treaty would be another blow for Albanese after Vanuatu shelved plans to sign a security deal with Australia last week.

Politics

34 h. ago Donald Trump is heading to the UK – what’s he taking with him?

Planes, helicopters and armoured limousines plus a legion of aides, security and other entourage are all essential for a US president on the move.

Politics

35 h. ago Wanting out? Another AFL skipper is unhappy at his current club

Oscar Allen has left West Coast, Zach Merrett looks to be walking out on Essendon, and now the Kangaroos captain’s desire for more time in the midfield could have him seeking a trade away from Arden Street.

Society

38 h. ago Australians deem Albanese meeting Trump ‘important’ as PM heads to US

Most Australians believe Anthony Albanese should secure a meeting with Donald Trump, exclusive polling shows. But the PM is yet to lock in a time with the US president.

Politics

54 h. ago Staggs may have secured a Kangaroos jersey. But he is yet to make his Test call

He has announced himself as one of the game’s best strike weapons. Will he be available to line up for the Kangaroos?

Politics

68 h. ago Why this defence treaty with a Pacific neighbour matters just as much as submarines

Australia is set to sign a defence pact with Papua New Guinea this week – and it’s the kind of partnership that will be critical to the nation’s security.

Politics

4 d. ago Government pledges $12b to nuclear submarine precinct ahead of PM’s US visit

The Henderson Defence Precinct will receive billions of dollars as Albanese hopes to secure a meeting with Trump in New York.

Politics

4 d. ago Inside Australia’s most dangerous lab: The fortress built to fight the world’s deadliest viruses

A sprawling complex of ultra-high-security labs, the Australian Centre for Disease Preparedness sits right at the border between humans and the masses of animal viruses that would love to infect us. The labs have never been busier.

Events

6 d. ago Price was demoted, not discarded. And that spells trouble for Ley

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price’s conservative colleagues are already daring to suggest she could return to the shadow ministry. Sussan Ley’s position is secure for now, but for how long?

Politics

6 d. ago Jury shown footage of outback WA pub manager’s alleged sex assault on security guard

Stewart Burchell is on trial in WA’s District Court after a number of women accused him of indecent assault and rape.

Events

6 d. ago A question, an answer – then a single shot: How Charlie Kirk’s death unfolded

Security was light at Utah Valley University as Conservative influencer and key Trump ally arrived for a question-and-answer session in front of 3000 people.

Events

6 d. ago Security guard claims she didn’t report sexual harassment at outback WA pub due to ‘stigma’

Stewart Burchell is on trial in WA’s District Court after a number of women accused him of indecent assault, sexual harassment and rape.

Events

6 d. ago Wallabies call up enforcer to counter Pumas’ revenge raid in Sydney

A Queenslander who would “die for the jersey″ gets his chance for the Test side after two outstanding displays against the British and Irish Lions.

Politics

6 d. ago Brisbane news live: Wind gusts of up to 46km/h buffet Brisbane | Motorists urged to avoid Main Street, Kangaroo Point and expect traffic delays

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Transport

7 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Senator Jacinta Price sacked from Coalition frontbench, PM spruiks Fiji security pact from Pacific

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Politics

7 d. ago Australia news LIVE: Price continues to ignore calls for apology over Indian migrant comments, PM spruiks Fiji security pact from Pacific

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Events

7 d. ago Australia news LIVE: PM spruiks Fiji security pact from Pacific, Trump rebukes Israel’s strikes on Hamas leaders in Qatar

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Politics

8 d. ago Auric locks in camp, nickel and water rights at WA gold mine

Auric Mining has clinched a $1.4M deal with WIN Metals, securing nickel rights, a mine camp and vital water access at its Munda gold project near Widgiemooltha in WA.

Politics