Australia appoints first woman as top legal adviser
Experienced barrister Ruth Higgins SC has made history as the first woman to be appointed Australia's top legal adviser to the federal government.
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Households and businesses face months of high fuel prices and associated costs even if there is a swift end to the Middle East conflict that is choking supply.
At least 14 people have died on Australian roads over the Easter break, prompting calls for drivers to use caution as they return from their holidays.
Savvy punters who have been cashing in on credit card rewards schemes might have to find a new life hack after the central bank changed the payments game.
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Time of joy’: PM offers Easter message of goodwill
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has issued a brief message of goodwill to mark Easter, as have senior church leaders.
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Earthquake rattles outback near NT-SA border
An earthquake has rumbled through the outback near the Northern Territory-South Australian border, according to Geoscience Australia.
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Fuel supply strong, fewer stations dry in Easter exodus
Fewer service stations are running out of fuel, with supplies to Australia still strong as people enjoy their Easter break, the federal energy minister says.
Australia is open to a cap on gas and coal prices if they spike due to the widening conflict in the Middle East, the Albanese government says.
Bumblebees might be more human than first thought after a study found their tiny brains can learn and recognise rhythm, even at different speeds and senses.
The surviving gunman behind the Bondi Beach massacre has lost a court bid to suppress his family's names after they received death threats and harassment.
The opposition leader says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has talked down to Australians in an unnecessary national address about the fuel crisis.
Workers in retail and fast food jobs will be eligible for the full award wage once they turn 18 after a decision from the workplace watchdog.
Both halves of the Kyle and Jackie O Show are now at war with their former employer as radio giant ARN faces a second costly lawsuit.
Free public transport will be rolled out for some Australians as state governments try to ease cost-of-living pressures during the fuel crisis.
Data on fuel has revealed which capital cities are offering the cheapest and most expensive prices as motorists are urged to use an "undersold" option.
Kyle Sandilands' chances of returning to KIIS FM are vanishingly small, a court has been told as the shock jock reflects on his workplace spat "circus".
Employers are being encouraged to pay night workers for every hour they work this Easter Sunday during a daylight saving glitch.
Classic school snacks are proving costly for families, with the price of a large basket of everyday lunchbox items varying between supermarket giants.
Shoppers are on notice that rising fuel disruptions will soon flow through to supermarket shelves, with an expert expecting price hikes within weeks.
