Lean times, tough choices: can Jim Chalmers meet the moment?
As the fallout from the US-Israel threatens to overshadow Labor’s agenda, the treasurer says this budget will be his most ambitious but also most difficult
· Patrick Commins
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Tedesco boosts hopes of Blues recall as Roosters topple Titans
Forget the back injury to Latrell Mitchell. Forget the lack of game time for Hudson Young, Kotoni Staggs and Spencer Leniu, the sight of Sydney Roosters skipper Angus Crichton with his knee strapped, or the form of Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton.
· Christian Nicolussi
Four of our favourite Sydney homes for sale - with top outdoor areas
The best outdoor areas aren’t an afterthought, but an extension of the home. They’re practical, with space to share a meal or a swimming pool to relax, and pretty, with greenery to draw the eye.
Four of our favourite Melbourne homes for sale – with top outdoor areas
The best outdoor areas aren’t an afterthought, but an extension of the home. They’re practical, with space to share a meal or a swimming pool to relax, and pretty, with greenery to draw the eye.
Losses for UK Labour and wins for Reform in local elections
Property News: Australia's most popular suburbs in every capital city.
· Associated Press
Why Serena Williams is this Australian’s new boss
Sandy Brondello entered last season of the Women’s National Basketball Association as coach of the reigning champions, the New York Liberty. One year on, Brondello, who is also coach of the Australian women’s team, the Opals, is in a very different place.
· Frances Howe
Labor promised ‘our finances will stay strong’. What went wrong?
In Tim Pallas’ first budget after Labor returned to power in 2014, his message was clear: with him at the helm of the state’s coffers, Victoria would be a financially disciplined state.
· Patrick Hatch, Daniella White
A Pacific PM has been toppled. Australia will be watching what happens next
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· Ed Cavanough
NT government announces independent review into child protection system
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· Emily Bennett
Proposed Queensland e-bike speed limits ‘should be toned down’
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Pauline Hanson cashes in on Trump-like populism as it surges in Australia
A few months before Australia's conservative Liberal Party suffered its worst election defeat last May, Sydney stockbroker Angus Aitken donated A$230,000 ($165,000) to the party, a political cause he thought he would support for life.
· REUTERS
In the line of fire: Hospitality owners’ sleepless nights as venues go up in flames
Hospitality venue owner Arjun Reddy was preparing for a regular morning when he heard about an arson attack around the corner from his South Melbourne business.
· Gemma Grant
Australian remanded on fresh eat-and-run charges in Hong Kong a day after being fined
Samuel Monkivitch, 50, allegedly fled four other restaurants without paying bills totalling more than HK$2,000 and destroyed electronic property
· Kristen Cheung
Australian remanded on fresh eat-and-run charges in Hong Kong a day after being fined
Samuel Monkivitch, 50, allegedly fled four other restaurants without paying bills totalling more than HK$2,000 and destroyed electronic property
· Kristen Cheung
Australian remanded on fresh eat-and-run charges in Hong Kong a day after being fined
Samuel Monkivitch, 50, allegedly fled four other restaurants without paying bills totalling more than HK$2,000 and destroyed electronic property
· Kristen Cheung
Australian remanded on fresh eat-and-run charges in Hong Kong a day after being fined
Samuel Monkivitch, 50, allegedly fled four other restaurants without paying bills totalling more than HK$2,000 and destroyed electronic property
· Kristen Cheung
Live: Struggling Carlton face another tough challenge at the Gabba
After a tough week on and off the field, Carlton comes up against the Lions in Brisbane, while Port Adelaide hosts the Bulldogs.
· Chris De Silva
Indigenous advocates slam NT government’s planned child protection review
NT children’s commissioner says she is deeply concerned with politicisation and nature of public commentary after the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby
· Douglas Smith
Rail dispute continues but ‘progress’ touted after marathon meeting
Disruptions to train services are likely to continue for now, but some progress has been achieved in negotiations between Queensland Rail and unions.
· William Davis
Pedestrian dies after being struck by a car in Sydney
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AFL LIVE: Brisbane Lions, Carlton Blues battle at the Gabba
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· Roy Ward, Russell Bennett, Steve Barrett
James Orman backs Ever Luck to handle return to Class Three in bid for back-to-back wins
Australian jockey is confident talented sprinter can repeat his last-start victory when he steps out again on Saturday
· Jay Rooney
James Orman backs Ever Luck to handle return to Class Three in bid for back-to-back wins
Australian jockey is confident talented sprinter can repeat his last-start victory when he steps out again on Saturday
· Jay Rooney
Security agencies’ conduct in lead-up to Bondi massacre focus of next antisemitism commission hearings
Second block to focus on information known on gunmen before terror attack and action taken, royal commission says
· Ben Doherty
No jail for private school teacher over 'gross' sexual texts to child
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· AAP
Local ABC journalists booted from One Nation event before crucial byelection
Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.
· Joseph Sahyoun
Three ISIS-linked women arrested on slavery and terrorism charges after return to Australia | The National
Three of the four women who returned to Australia after spending years in ISIS-linked detention camps in Syria were arrested on slavery and terrorism charges upon arrival, Australian police said on Friday.
· The National
Largest ever seizure of child abuse material in NSW
Property News: Australia's most expensive streets, and how much it costs to live in them.
· Joseph Sahyoun
Wild Sydney school brawl ends in injuries, charges
Two teenagers have been charged over a wild brawl at a south-west Sydney school that ended with six students in hospital.
· Jack Gramenz
Titans hand debut to young gun half in search of answers to Roosters
Twenty-year-old Zane Harrison is playing his first NRL game, handed the Titans' number seven for their clash with the Sydney Roosters.
· Jon Healy
Students injured in wild Sydney school brawl
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Dozens charged over seizure of largest child porn stash in NSW history
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· Grace Crivellaro
WA treasurer disappointed as editor’s jokes fall flat
West Australian Treasurer Rita Saffioti has declared her disappointment after the editor-in-chief of The West Australian made a series of clumsy jokes about her during a post-budget breakfast on Friday morning.
· Calum Jaspan
Witnesses tell of ‘guttural fear’, high anxiety and trying to ‘de-Jew’ amid racial slurs
A Jewish university student was kicked out of her Canberra share house because her flatmates did not like her position on Zionism, the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has heard, while another testimony revealed a gay Jew feared for his life at Sydney’s Mardi Gras parade.
· Alexandra Smith, Patrick Begley
Russia to make major international sporting return in Australia
The Russian flag is returning to world sporting events. (Getty Images: NurPhoto/Domenic Aquilina)
· Simon Smale
Tres australianas que volvieron de Siria, acusadas de esclavitud y terrorismo por vínculos con EI
Un grupo de partidarios rodean a una mujer con supuestos vínculos con el grupo extremista Estado Islámico a su llegada, con un niño, al aeropuerto de Melbourne, en Melbourne, Australia, el 7 de mayo de 2026. (Joel Carrett/AAP Image vía AP)
· Rod Mcguirk
Afternoon Update: Julie Bishop resigns from ANU; IS-linked women face court; and Attenborough’s most spectacular moments
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· Mike Hohnen
Man 'assisting detectives' with investigation into Adelaide woman's death
Police on the Esplanade at Henley Beach where the woman's body was found. (ABC News: Ben Pettitt)
Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes
Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has been accused of making a "complete revision of history" in a defamation case brought against her by a young Australian actress.
· Lana Lam
ASX Runners of the Week: Key Petroleum, Kaoko, Swift TV & Caprice
Is there a light at the end of the tunnel for oil and Australia? Computer says no, or at least the ASX did this week. The exchange remains wary and wandering, despite our usual bellwether US brethren charging ahead to even higher all-time highs.
· Andrew Todd
Plaintiff's lawyer describes Rebel Wilson as 'fantastical liar' in court
Actor and director Rebel Wilson (second from left) is being sued for defamation by actor Charlotte MacInnes (centre). (Supplied: Federal Court of Australia)
· Millie Roberts
Wilson pledges tax relief as union vows to fight public service cuts
Victoria’s payroll tax would be slashed to match NSW and land tax progressively cut under the Coalition’s latest fiscal election pledge unveiled by Opposition Leader Jess Wilson.
· Daniella White, Chip Le Grand
‘Chef’s Schoolies’ returns to Noosa for event-packed winter weekend
The story of Lucio’s is a direct reflection of the impact of the Noosa Food and Wine Festival.
· Matt Shea
Outrage over ‘slap on wrist’ for shaking possum onto hard concrete
A months-long investigation into a viral act of animal cruelty, in which a possum was deliberately shaken off a 30-metre boom on to the hard concrete below, has ended with a stern talking to for the person responsible.
· Cameron Atfield
Doctors warn of ‘lifelong effects’ for toddler poisoned by cake dust
The parents of a Gold Coast toddler placed in a week-long induced coma after accidentally inhaling a toxic cake decorating product say their son might have lifelong health issues and long-term lung damage, despite his condition improving.
· Courtney Kruk
‘Would like to share some thoughts’: One Nation candidate David Farley’s previous involvement with independent movement revealed
Exclusive: Farley discussed preferences and suggested platform before Voices group endorsed his rival Michelle Milthorpe as its candidate
· Josh Butler
Resultados electorales parciales apuntan a pérdidas de laboristas de Starmer y triunfos de Reform UK
El primer ministro de Reino Unido, Keir Starmer, y su esposa, Victoria, llegan a un centro de votación en el centro de Londres, el 7 de mayo de 2026, para votar en las elecciones locales. (AP Foto/Kirsty Wigglesworth)
Melbourne men charged for allegedly sharing ISIS propoganda
The AFP's investigations began in 2024 following a luggage check at Melbourne Airport. (ABC News: Daniel Irvine)
Melbourne men charged with sharing IS-inspired footage
Federal police have charged four men after an 18-month investigation into the sharing of propaganda spread by terrorist group Islamic State.
· Alexander Darling