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Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:21:08 +0000Andrew Hastie rules out challenge to Sussan Ley
The West Australian backbencher had made no secret of his desire to lead the Liberal party but says he will not run against Sussan Ley this week, a move which could pave the way for Angus Taylor.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 02:33:00 +0000'Devastating tragedy': Perth family dead in suspected murder-suicide
WA Police are investigating a suspected murder-suicide in suburban Perth after finding two teenage boys and two adults dead in a home in Mosman Park.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:19:50 +0000More human remains, 'Celine Cremer's jacket' found in river search
More human remains and a jacket believed to belong to missing backpacker Celine Cremer have been found in a search of Tasmania's Arthur River, police say.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:49:16 +0000Last-ditch deal sees government give states extra $25b in hospital funding
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has bowed to mounting pressure from the states, promising an extra $25 billion for public hospitals.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:20:34 +0000Gambling billionaire Laurence Escalante charged with family violence
Australian online gambling billionaire Laurence Escalante has appeared in a Perth court, accused of a slew of family violence, drugs and burglary offences.
Brisbane Times Headlines
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:55:38 +1000Australian Open 2026 LIVE updates: ‘I fought until the last ball’: How Carlos scored a win for the ages and a shot at tennis immortality
Follow live as we bring you all the action from day 13 of the Australian Open.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:54:24 +1000Economists warn Qld has two options to cut debt – but both mean breaking election promises
The Crisafulli government is stuck between two unpopular moves if it is to deliver on a promise to control state debt, according to economists.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:49:59 +1000Australian Open Highlights: Carlos Alcaraz v Alexander Zverev
Watch the match highlights between Carlos Alcaraz & Alexander Zverev in the Semifinals of the 2026 Australian Open.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:43:30 +1000Alcaraz explains how he pulled off five-set miracle
Carlos Alcaraz speaks to Nine's Jim Courier after his incredible semi-final victory.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:02:17 +1000Alcaraz waves his hands at winning point
Carlos Alcaraz stays alive in the final set against Alexander Zverev.
Canberra Times
Independent Australia
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1000 Australia Day 2026 violently exposes deep national divisions
If the aim of Australia Day is to promote national unity and social cohesion, writes Dave Donovan, then it ain't working. read now...
Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000 Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...
Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000 #2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...
Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000 Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...
Thu, 29 Jan 2026 22:56:00 +1000 EcoClean brings premium pillow and mattress cleaning to Dubai homes
In Dubai’s dusty climate, clean pillows and mattresses are essential. EcoClean delivers deep, eco-friendly cleaning for healthier sleep. read now...
Otago Daily Times
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +00001 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.
Sun, 05 Oct 2025 07:05:07 +0000Hutt Valley Line trains closed while police attend incident
Police were alerted to the incident at about 6.25pm this evening.
Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:46:16 +0000Hawke’s Bay prison attacks: Four Corrections staff members injured on one day
Sugar may have been mixed with the hot water, but Corrections hasn't confirmed it yet.
Sun, 13 Oct 2024 03:03:21 +0000State Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ between Waitōtara and Waverley
Motorists are told to expect delays.
Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:45:25 +0000One person dead after being trapped in avalanche during heli-skiing trip in Southern Alps
The victim was pulled alive from the avalanche but died from their injures.
Sydney Morning Herald National News
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:54:24 +1100Economists warn Qld has two options to cut debt – but both mean breaking election promises
The Crisafulli government is stuck between two unpopular moves if it is to deliver on a promise to control state debt, according to economists.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:48:48 +1100Andrew Hastie says he will not fight to become Liberals leader
Andrew Hastie will not challenge Opposition Leader Sussan Ley for leadership of the Liberal Party next week.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:48:33 +1100Man killed after bulldozer rolls at Port of Brisbane worksite
A man has been killed after a bulldozer rolled at a cement site at the Port of Brisbane.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:30:00 +1100New shoes, old debates and the great kindergarten gamble
From education to politics and the NRL, there’s plenty to talk about as Sydney heads back to school and work.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 19:29:14 +1100I was born in Australia. I look Indian. Since Bondi, that makes me a target
Sadly, some Jewish people now feel they have to hide their identity. That’s not an option for people like me, who can’t hide the colour of their skin.
Sydney Morning Herald World News
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:35:37 +1100US city calls for answers following fatal ICE shootings
The Minneapolis community demands answers following a series of deadly shootings involving federal immigration agents.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +1100Twenty-nine Epstein associates were ‘shielded’ by US government, Maxwell claims
Jeffrey Epstein’s ex-girlfriend says her own legal defence suffered because of “secret settlements” made with the US Department of Justice.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +1100Trump weighs new military options against Iran
The plans being considered by the US president go beyond those he considered weeks ago amid widespread protests against Iran’s government.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:28:07 +1100Has the time come for Greenland to be independent of Trump – and Denmark?
The argument over Greenland is unleashing a force that Donald Trump is yet to quell – and Pele Broberg believes it is strong enough to decide who controls the Arctic territory.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:53:05 +1100BBQ fork and pizza cutter: the bizarre plot to break Luigi Mangione out of jail
A man falsely claiming to be an FBI agent showed up to a federal jail in New York and told officers he had a court order to release the accused killer.
The Age
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.
The Australian
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTShorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTCourse set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTLabor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMTFears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.
Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.