3 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

18 h. ago Australia invites US to use WA to maintain its nuclear submarines

The move to let the US use the Henderson facility, which the federal government has committed $12 billion to build, could help buttress the AUKUS pact.

Events

23 h. ago Federal government to spend $12 billion on AUKUS submarines facility

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will today announce the government is spending $12 billion on a new submarine facility south of Perth.

Economics

26 h. ago From Ghost Shark to Ghost Bat, Australia finally enters the age of drone warfare

Long regarded as a laggard in acquiring military drones, Australia is beginning to embrace the potential of uncrewed, autonomous submarines and aircraft.

Events

34 h. 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

51 h. ago Treaty is a substantial step towards reconciliation and justice

The establishment of a treaty between the state government and First Peoples is welcome. Reconciliation will never come without bold political action and genuine leadership.

Events

62 h. ago ‘It never happened’: Lawyer launches defence of former outback WA pub manager

Cross-examination of two witnesses took place on Friday, after their evidence was delayed earlier in the week.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Hurt and angry’: Teammate reacts to escalating Merrett drama, defends Brad Scott

Nic Martin launched an impassioned defence of his coach Brad Scott while also admitting he was “bitterly hurt” when he heard skipper Zach Merrett had met with an arch rival.

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3 d. ago ‘I don’t think it is true’: Martin defends Brad Scott over strained relationship claims

Essendon midfielder Nic Martin has come out in defence of senior coach Brad Scott after club great Tim Watson suggested the players’ relationship with the coach was strained.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Carbon bomb’ gas plant extended for decades as Pacific begs for emissions cuts

Environment Minister Murray Watt will reveal the conditions for gas giant Woodside’s 40-year expansion as early as Friday.

Events

3 d. ago ‘Carbon bomb’ gas plant to be extended for decades as Pacific begs for emissions cuts

Environment Minister Murray Watt will reveal the conditions for gas giant Woodside’s 40-year expansion as early as Friday.

Events

3 d. ago Albanese quickly changes shirt after fashion faux pas at crucial summit

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was caught in an awkward moment when he arrived at a crucial summit with Pacific Island leaders in the wrong shirt.

Politics

3 d. ago The only person who crossed the line at Geelong on Wednesday was Bailey Smith

It’s difficult to know why Smith chose to act as he did, but no defence is reasonable. Poor behaviour is poor behaviour. It’s not cool. He needs to keep working on being better.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Pleased the matter is behind them’: Murdoch children break silence over family deal

Prudence MacLeod, Elisabeth Murdoch and James Murdoch have spoken out after the multibillion-dollar settlement that ended the long-running family dispute.

Society

4 d. ago ‘Here we go!’ Trump calls out Putin as Europe urges action over Russian drone incursion

Poland invoked Article 4 of the NATO agreement over what is called an act of aggression, as Voldymyr Zelensky urged Western powers to work on stronger air defence.

Politics

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

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4 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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4 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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4 d. ago ‘I woke to the sound of screams’: Woman hit by her own BMW in Ascot home invasion

A resident run down while trying to stop thieves driving off in her luxury car let out such a cry, a neighbour said it “sounded like someone was dying”.

Events

5 d. ago Historic Indigenous treaty introduced to Victorian parliament

Treaty legislation is expected to be formally tabled in state parliament today and, if passed, will enshrine the First Peoples' Assembly under an authority known as Gellung Warl.

Politics