The Latest Breaking News from Dean Lewins

No gun cap as Victoria moves to bolster firearm laws

The Victorian government has accepted most of the recommendations from a review of the state's gun laws, but won't limit licence holders to four firearms.

AAP · May 25

'Likely' Hanukkah terror did not prompt extra policing

A Jewish security group viewed terrorist attacks as likely in the lead-up to the Bondi massacre, but police did not carry out a threat assessment.

AAP · May 24

'Story of the season': bumbling Waratahs seemingly gone

The NSW Waratahs need a mathematical miracle to make the Super Rugby Pacific finals after suffering another frustrating home loss, this time to the Brumbies.

AAP · May 23

Startup founder fears death of dream after tax tweaks

Recently announced tax reforms will stifle new businesses and remove any incentive to dream big, an entrepreneur claims.

AAP · May 20

'Proven winner': Sky Blues end head coach speculation

Guiding the club to an A-League Men grand final berth, Patrick Kisnorbo's six-game audition as interim coach has been enough to persuade Sydney FC.

AAP · May 19

Houses, town water supply sold in mining mega‑deal

A $5.8 billion mega-coal mining deal has all but put a town up for sale, handing the new owner the mines, hundreds of homes and crucial community services.

AAP · May 19

Cop-stomper dodges imprisonment over 'brutal' attack

A young man who stomped on an off-duty police officer's face during a drunken altercation has avoided being thrown behind bars after a successful appeal.

AAP · May 18

Vatican approves unique exhibition for Aussie cathedral

The Pope's offices have approved a modern exhibition to be displayed in Australia, with advanced technology to project artworks from Vatican City.

AAP · May 16

Extension on fuel excise relief kept in play by PM

Fuel excise relief appreciated by Australian motorists may not end in July, as the government promotes other tax cuts due to begin at the same time.

AAP · May 16

Grundy stars as Swans overtake Magpies in thriller

Sydney have overturned a 33-point deficit to claim victory against Collingwood at a rain-soaked SCG, led by former Magpies ruck Brodie Grundy.

AAP · May 15