'Maximum leniency' for young man who wore Nazi uniform A young man fixated with right-wing beliefs has admitted wearing a Nazi-style uniform to his workplace and repeatedly posting Nazi propaganda online. AAP · Aug 31
Controversial measures to prevent another shark mauling The weather's warming and the NSW government has announced measures to prevent another shark attack, a horror laid bare by the latest survivor. AAP · Aug 31
'Distressed' Alan Jones accuser made graphic complaint A man was distressed and agitated when he told a friend he had been indecently assaulted by talkback titan Alan Jones, a court has been told. AAP · Aug 31
'Be effective, win games': new Reds chief wants results Vern Cotter, a title winner in France and with Auckland's Blues, has seen enough to think he can elevate the Queensland Reds after his unprecedented move. AAP · Aug 31
Myers beats quality field to triumph in Berlin 1500m Australian Cam Myers has won the 1500m at the one-day Berlin ISTAF event, continuing his strong form through the European summer. AAP · Aug 31
Roosters lean on Cherry-Evans to end premiership wait Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters to end their wait for an NRL premiership. But can he do it without Sam Walker? AAP · Aug 31
Police under fire after murderer let loose for 20 years A judge has questioned how police let a prime suspect in a brutal murder live freely in Australia for 15 years and overseas for another five before his arrest. AAP · Aug 31
Lions legend's query on Freo flag hopes The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage. AAP · Aug 31
Teen accused of fatally running over man to supply DNA A teenage boy accused of murdering a man by luring him on social media before assaulting and running him over had opposed police efforts to collect his DNA. AAP · Aug 31
Residents shocked, quizzed after baby-in-bin tragedy A resident of an apartment block has spoken of her shock after the body of a baby was found in a nearby rubbish bin as police try to find the mother. AAP · Aug 31
Aussie paddlers win more gold at world championships Australia have finished second on the medal table at the canoe sprint and paracanoe world championships after a productive final day in Poland. AAP · Aug 31
Cats midfield ready for Blues as star pushes for return Geelong are ready for what Carlton's dynamic midfield will throw at them as their own star, Max Holmes, keeps pushing to return from injury. AAP · Aug 31
Broncos want Haas back after Rabbitohs stint Brisbane have not given up hope of Payne Haas one day returning to the Broncos, as CEO Dave Donaghy also weighed into coach Michael Maguire's future. AAP · Aug 31
Concussion saga not a distraction for finals-bound Cats Cats midfielder Tom Atkins is adamant the AFL club's concussion saga hasn't been a distraction, and he is thrilled to have Jake Kolodjashnij return to the club. AAP · Aug 31
AAP · Aug 31 No end in sight for 'celeb bait' Facebook ad battle Social media giant Meta has a playbook to avoid scrutiny from regulators about the flood of scam ads on its platforms, the consumer watchdog says.
AAP · Aug 31 Australia's coral reefs retreat as heatwaves intensify Marine heatwaves are threatening coral reefs, including those in Australia, but research shows they could recover if given a break between bleaching events.
AAP · Aug 31 Man accused of killing elderly mother faces court A 55-year-old man, who police allege was his elderly mother's carer, has been accused of murdering her in their home.
AAP · Aug 31 Aussies ready to handle hostile crowds in South Africa Hostile crowds likely await Australia on their first Test tour of South Africa since 2018, but Josh Hazlewood says there is a reason why it won't worry players.
AAP · Aug 31 Aussie shares slip, but round out fifth positive month A bounce in banking stocks couldn't offset a sharp sell off in miners, as US interest rate fears and a re-escalation of geopolitical risks weigh on confidence.
AAP · Aug 31 Gesture, nod, record: a case for marathon on 2032 menu Michael Roeger broke his own marathon world record and then declared his ambition to get the race back on the schedule at the 2032 Brisbane Games.
AAP · Aug 31 Strangulation porn ban needs education for young people An Australian ban on strangulation in porn will not be impactful without more consistent national consent education for young people, educators say.
AAP · Aug 31 'Change things up': Crows take different finals mindset A key Adelaide forward says the Crows have a different mindset entering this year's finals after crashing out of the playoffs in straight-sets last season.
AAP · Aug 31 Kids leaning into AI as literacy levels decline Young Australians' changing media consumption habits have sparked fears among researchers, as many kids seek out news via generative artificial intelligence.
AAP · Aug 31 Ex-premier's brother accused of lying at ICAC A top barrister has unleashed on the brother of an ex-state premier, accusing him of struggling to keep a story straight about dealings with a rogue developer.
AAP · Aug 31 State enforces L plates to put brakes on e‑bike riders Queensland is first to force e-bike and e-scooter riders to get licences as states scramble to tackle crashes, battery fires and dangerous high-powered imports.