Be ready: dry conditions escalate bushfire risk
With dry spring conditions and warmer-than-average temperatures, parts of the country are facing are an increased risk of spring bushfires.
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The world's largest coral reef system is showing positive signs of recovery but experts warn severe climate challenges lay ahead.
Drivers continue to feel the pinch at the bowser despite strong national fuel supplies, as the ongoing volatile war in Iran drags on.
More than 150 flights have been delayed at Australia's busiest airport with "operational challenges" to blame.
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Inside toddler’s rescue after parents’ murder-suicide
The mayor of a outback town has urged compassion and privacy as police reveal how officers broke cover in a siege to rescue a toddler from a family tragedy.
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Jetstar risks backlash over new overhead baggage fees
Jetstar risks losing business after introducing a new charge for passengers who want to store their carry-on luggage in overhead lockers.
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Watchdog may force mobile providers to share network
An inquiry has been launched to determine if Australians can automatically connect to another network provider if their phone is unable to make a call.
The escalating bird flu crisis could wipe out almost half of a penguin colony in Victoria, as authorities scramble to limit the outbreak's impact on wildlife.
More than five people a day are dying from drug overdoses in Australia and the trend is rising, fresh data shows.
Australians will be confronted with heartbreaking scenes after a mass mortality event due to bird flu was confirmed, the federal government has warned.
Motorists, truckies and farmers will be hit with higher fuel prices following the end of a tax cut, as servos are warned about potential price hikes.
Home values have fallen at their fastest monthly rate in nearly four years, but the federal government insists prices will continue to grow over the long-term.
An environmental group says bird flu is starting to spread quickly in Australia and more funding is needed to boost wildlife resilience.
Almost 1000 fines have been handed out by police in the first month of a statewide crackdown on super-powered e-bikes and people riding while drunk.
Gina Rinehart has threatened legal action against the national broadcaster after a short film concocted a crude fantasy involving the Hancock Prospecting boss.
There are now 52 confirmed bird flu cases in Australia, with over a dozen confirmed cases overnight from greater crested terns that tested positive.
Night waterbombing raids flown by Australian firefighters will be a new weapon against France's raging wildfires after calls for help were answered down under.
The biggest electric ferry on the planet is soon off to South America after one of the most complex maritime operations in a state's history.
A threat to walk out and a spirited defence of his work have featured in evidence at an inquiry from the lawyer who triggered a royal commission into the CFMEU.
