78 m. ago ‘Superpower’: We’ve got the minerals and we’re here to help, Rudd tells US

The ambassador to the US said Australia was uniquely positioned to help the Trump administration break China’s stranglehold on processed minerals.

Politics

2 h. ago Two missing after car plunges into river as rain lashes Sydney

Sydney could record up to 80mm of rain on Thursday as police search for two men who went missing after their car crashed into a river near Wisemans Ferry on Wednesday night.

Events

4 h. ago Man dies in Brisbane crash, women and girl rushed to hospital

A man has died after the Volkswagen Golf he was driving with three passengers crashed into a tree in Brisbane’s north.

Events

5 h. ago The elite Perth private boys’ schools spending big on infrastructure

One of Perth’s highest-fee schools has just received development approval for the “largest building investment the school has ever made”. 

Economics

11 h. ago Woman ‘assisting police’ after baby found in drain in Perth’s north

Police released a statement saying the woman was receiving appropriate care and support.

Events

13 h. ago Construction to start on biggest wave pool in southern hemisphere

Hoping to attract more than a million visitors a year, construction will soon begin on Perth's first surf park.

Politics

14 h. ago First they topped the HSC. Now North Sydney Boys is raising the bar

The school has a growing number of students enrolled in extension English courses this year, defying a statewide slump as it sets the standard.

Politics

18 h. ago Perth obstetrician pleads guilty to fatal Dalkeith crash charges

Rhys Bellinge has pleaded guilty to the unlawful killing of a young woman and driving drunk after a crash in February this year.

Events

18 h. ago ‘I want to be a serial killer’: Obsessed Dexter fan found with ‘kill list’ slips through gap in law

Inspired by a TV murderer, Jacob Power made his own chilling murder plans and even dug graves. But after police arrested him, they hit a snag.

Events

21 h. ago ‘We’ll take everything you have’: Top cop’s warning as drugs, Ferrari and guns seized from Perth bikies

Nine people were arrested after WA Police conducted multiple raids across Perth last month.

Events

22 h. ago Investigations continue after man shot dead in Sydney's west

Police are investigating two crime scenes in Sydney's west after a man was shot dead last night.

Events

22 h. ago Man killed in Sydney’s west identified while police hunt for gunman

Osama Momani, 22, was killed in a sleepy housing development on Tuesday night. He is the second person assassinated in a public place shooting this week.

Events

24 h. ago Brisbane news live: ‘Broad spell’ of rain hitting SEQ | Olympics venues get $3.4m federal boost | Council’s safety concerns over Palestine protest

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Events

24 h. ago WA news LIVE: Teenagers charged over threats to Perth high school; Patient influx delays elective surgeries

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Events

24 h. ago WA news LIVE: Perth obstetrician pleads guilty to fatal Dalkeith crash charges

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Events

26 h. ago Baby scalded by coffee ‘deserves justice’ mum says amid extradition doubts

Luka is doing well but his family is still awaiting justice almost a year after a man poured hot coffee over him in a Brisbane park.

Politics

26 h. ago Brisbane news live: ‘Broad spell’ of rain hitting SEQ | Olympics venues get $3.4m federal boost | Police detail case against Story Bridge protest

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Events

26 h. ago Brisbane news live: ‘Broad spell’ of rain hitting SEQ | Police detail case against Story Bridge protest

Follow here for today’s news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond.

Events

27 h. ago Trump rules out US troops on the ground in any Ukraine peace deal

The US president offered US Air Force support but assured American voters he would not put “boots on the ground” in Ukraine, as European leaders met for urgent talks.

Politics

29 h. ago This $700,000 NSW Police weapon never really fired a shot. Now it’s been sold

A water cannon purchased for police as a show of strength against dangerous crowds has been auctioned off after not firing a single drop against rioters.

Events