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Fresh drug-driving case for troubled ex-TV star

Former TV host Andrew O'Keefe is facing another drug-related charge as he tries to get his life back on track after his last court appearance.

AAP · Jan 20, 2025

Cabinet gender parity as election fight intensifies

The prime minister has lauded the fact the cabinet has gender parity for the first time as political leaders tussle with an election on the horizon.

AAP · Jan 19, 2025

Deputy PM in dash to Kiribati as diplomatic ban lifts

Defence Minister Richard Marles is travelling to the island nation of Kiribati for high-level talks after a ban on foreign diplomatic visits was lifted.

AAP · Jan 16, 2025

More to do on Medicare and bulk-billing, Labor says

The federal government has unfinished business with Medicare, signalling its ambitions to further bolster the GP workforce and boost bulk-billing.

AAP · Jan 2, 2025

Iraq War documents ignite debate over Australia's role

Newly released Iraq War documents reveal flawed decision-making by Australia, sparking calls for transparency and accountability in military commitments

AAP · Jan 1, 2025

New year changes to boost payments and career options

Employers who underpay staff will be committing a criminal offence in 2025, while more than a million Australians will see changes to government payments.

AAP · Dec 30, 2024

Swiatek makes hot summer start to steer Poland home

World No.2 Iga Swiatek has shown no signs of rust or concerns following a one-month doping ban by dropping just one game in her opening match of the summer.

AAP · Dec 30, 2024

Brits beat Argentina to give Aussies United Cup boost

A stunning performance by Katie Boulter and Charles Broom in the mixed doubles match has fired Great Britain to a 2-1 win over Argentina in the United Cup.

AAP · Dec 30, 2024

Joe Lolley, Sydney FC see off 10-man Victory in ALM

A 10-man Melbourne Victory have missed the chance to go second in the A-League Men in falling to a 3-0 Big Blue defeat to Sydney FC.

AAP · Dec 28, 2024

Melbourne rivals one-two after A-League Women wins

Melbourne's A-League Women's teams occupy the top two places on the table after leaders City beat Wellington 2-1 and Victory triumphed 1-0 at Sydney FC.

AAP · Dec 28, 2024