The Prime Minister says Australia needs perspective as the US President prepares to announce sweeping tariffs; Israel announces a major expansion of its assault on the Gaza Strip; and in the AFL, Carlton's coach shuts down questions about Harry McKay's time away from the sport.
The Coalition proposes a new Treasury office to help streamline private sector investment... Victoria's state parliament passes new anti-vilification laws... and the likely return date for injured Parramatta Eels star Mitchell Moses revealed.
The government promises to advocate for a pay rise for the lowest-paid Australians... the U-N dismisses Israeli claims about the amount of food available in Gaza... and a former senator is the new boss of the Australian Olympic Committee
Donald Trump prepares to announce new tariffs, amid fears of a bigger trade war; Labor says it will push for a real wage rise for three million workers; And in sport, the National Rugby League says cultural diversity is at an all-time high.
The Reserve Bank keeps interest rates on hold... the Prime Minister states the things he won't compromise on in any trade talks with the US... and Sam Konstas earns his first central contract with Cricket Australia.
Homebuyers and healthcare on the agenda on day four of the election campaign... Marine Le Pen says she'll appeal her guilty verdict... and Katrina Gorry out of the Matildas' games against South Korea
French far right leader Marine Le Pen barred from running for office for five years; the Reserve Bank prepares to deliver a decision on interest rates; Jakub Mensik keeps Novak Djokovic from winning a milestone 100th title.
In this bulletin, the Prime Minister confirms a Chinese research vessel is circumnavigating Australia, a mass grave containing 15 humanitarian workers and their ambulances found in Gaza. And in sport, Sam Kerr cleared to resume as captain of the Matildas.
In this bulletin, a survey by Newspoll suggests Labor has a narrow lead over the Coalition in a " two-party preferred" vote, the Reserve Bank is expected to hold interest rates steady tomorrow. And in golf, Australia's Min Woo Lee wins his first PGA Tournament in a nail-biting finish in Texas
Four survivors pulled from the rubble as the death toll rises; US President Donald Trump says he's very angry with Russian President Vladimir Putin over Ukraine; and in sport, the Northern Territory crowns its youngest ever state Sportsperson of the Year.
The Greens take credit for the Prime Minister's price gouging campaign announcement; A search underway for a man missing in floodwaters in northern New South Wales; Aryna Sabalenka becomes the new Miami Open women's champion.
Woman pulled alive from Mandalay apartment rubble more than a day after quake; Labor vows to ban supermarket price gouging if re-elected; and in sports, Australia's men's and women's teams reach Hong Kong Sevens semifinals.
International aid arrives in Myanmar as death toll exceeds 1,600; Opposition leader Peter Dutton pushes gas plan to cut energy bills but offers few details; and in athletics, Australian sprint star Gout Gout edged out by Lachlan Kennedy at the Maurie Plant Meet.
Hecklers interrupt the events of Labor and the Coalition on the first full day of election campaigning; An airshow re-opens after a serious crash on Friday afternoon; Novak Djokovic on the verge of breaking a key record.
Leaders make their election pledge in Brisbane; Tropical Cyclone Dianne makes landfall off northern Western Australia; And in Tennis, Russian-born tennis star, Daria Kasatkina, granted Australian residency.
Major parties begin their election campaigns in full force; Powerful quake hits Myanmar, kills several and traps dozens in Bangkok; And in basketball, Australian Josh Giddey scores an impressive halfcourt shot just in time for a victory.
In this bulletin, a police officer who fatally tasered a 95-year-old great-grandmother avoids jail time, Opposition leader Peter Dutton launches his election campaign. And in sport, Novak Djokovic two wins away from 100th career title at the Miami Open.
In this bulletin, the Prime Minister calls the federal election for May 3, kicking off a five-week election campaign. Russia's President suggests a new idea to help broker peace in Ukraine. And in sport, Red Bull's brutal decision to replace a driver after just two races.
The Prime Minister to call the federal election this morning, as the Opposition delivers its budget reply, with a vow to slash immigration; Australia to provide an additional $11 million funding to humanitarian aid in Gaza; and in football, the Rabbitohs beat four-time premiers, the Panthers.
Speculation growing about the date of the next federal election; Traditional Aboriginal place names to be added to Apple maps in a new update; Annika Wells talks up Labor's moves to address inequality in sport for women.
A Melbourne Comedy festival show cancelled after the death of a patron mid-event; Peter Dutton prepares for his budget reply speech; Tom Cochrane to become the first AFL player with Tourette syndrome in his debut tonight.
The Coalition prepares to unveil its own budget pitch; Palestinians in Northern Gaza have protested against Hamas; and in football, Melbourne City make it twenty wins in a row in the A-League women's.
Legislation on tax cuts passes the lower house of Parliament; Australians urged to protect their data, after the collapse of genetic testing company 23andMe; and in Tennis, Alex de Minaur knocked out of the Miami Open.
The Prime Minister spruiks Labor's budget; US President Donald Trump denies that security messages accidentally sent to a journalist contained classified information; and in football, the coach of the Socceroos says the task now is to maintain the momentum after a win against China.
The Federal Budget focuses on cost of living relief, including a tax cut; the government will continue its military support for Ukraine; and in football, Socceroos beat China 2-nil in a crucial World Cup qualifying win.
In this Federal Budget bulletin, Treasurer Jim Chalmers says his focus is on easing cost of living pressures, another tax cut on the way if Labor is re-elected to government and the plan to help multicultural communities combat misinformation.
In this bulletin, Indigenous leaders urge the federal government to use its latest budget to invest in housing, education and health, Democrats call for a full investigation after the White House mistakenly shared war plans with a journalist, and in sport, a new stadium set to be built in Victoria Park for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Treasurer says Medicare to be a major focus of tonight's federal budget, as the Opposition attacks Labor for wasteful spending; US President Donald Trump flags further tariffs - targetting countries that buy oil from Venezuela; and in football, NRL'S Daly Cherry-Evans says he won't renew a contract with long term club Manly.
US President Donald Trump says he expects to sign a critical minerals deals with Ukraine soon, as negotiations to bring peace to the country continue; the federal government defends its record on debt, with tonight's federal budget to return to deficit; and in football, Socceroo Cameron Burgess looks to follow the example of an injured teammate in tonight's key World Cup qualifier.
Government announces extra $1 billion for defence as Australia boosts military spending; Liberal MP criticises Monique Ryan’s husband for removing campaign sign; and in sports, New documentary highlights women’s rise in NRL, tackles gender and violence in sport.
