Hackers are breaking into more than computers. They are taking control of the physical machines that have underpinned our lives for decades.

With Donald Trump threatening to interfere in the US midterm elections, local officials are preparing for armed ICE agents to intimidate voters at polling booths.

Millions of dollars in contracts were awarded under Powerhouse CEO Lisa Havilah. Documents released under a freedom of information request reveal her perceived conflicts of interest.

Tonga and Samoa light up the Rugby League World Cup after Lebanon wins a spectacular game in golden point against France. Follow live.

Australia ran up the biggest win in women's international rugby league history with its World Cup victory over Wales but it was the kind of result that served little purpose other than stuffing the stats sheet.

And should return to the fold.

Follow all the action as the Pacific powerhouses clash at sold-out CommBank Stadium tonight.

Lebanon players, fans and officials celebrate wildly after a crazy finish to their World Cup clash.

The world’s biggest technology companies are exploiting national security concerns to pressure the Albanese government into weakening copyright protections, says a former senior intelligence official who warns the changes could leave Australia more...

With childhood anxiety rates climbing, the government is investing in mental fitness programs in schools.

It's not too presumptuous for the community to expect legitimate tax loopholes to be eliminated so that big businesses pay their fair share like the rest of us, writes managing editor Michelle Pini. read now...

Australian actress Emilie de Ravin first gained recognition in the science fiction TV series 'Roswell' before landing further roles, including on the popular drama series 'Lost'. read now...

An expanded GST – proposed by the Grattan Institute – won’t benefit Australians; in fact, it could make them worse off. read now...

Money or the Environment? Renewed fears for the Great Barrier Reef off North Queensland. read now...

School uniforms can place considerable pressure on Victorian family budgets, particularly when parents need to replace outgrown clothing or purchase additional items throughout the school year. read now...

The quake struck about 35km northeast of Luganville in Vanuatu.

A car was also driven at partygoers and a number of vicious assaults reported.

70-100 people could be seen gathered in groups near the scene in Mt Albert.

Police said the accident near Ōtara has blocked multiple lanes.

Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.

And should return to the fold.

With childhood anxiety rates climbing, the government is investing in mental fitness programs in schools.

Esteemed Judge Thomas Bradley has replaced Dr Jeannette Young to become the state’s 28th governor.

A grandstand holding 1000 people has collapsed at a music festival on the Gold Coast.

Court of Appeal judge Justice Thomas Bradley KC will replace Dr Jeanette Young who has been in the role since 2021.

The biggest enemy he is facing, Alphonse bin Kitobi Achou Taibo says, is mistrust in this part of the country, where many compare Ebola to poison and some local pastors associate it with evil spirits.

Armies of Trump supporters have been on hand to justify his erratic behaviour. But there comes a point where the president’s craziness becomes impossible to ignore.

Riot police have been guarding the court since Friday afternoon, with several hundred protesters gathered to demand the reinstatement of the president of the country’s Constitutional Tribunal.

The dismissal is a blow to Trump and his administration, which have pursued adversarial relationships with news organisations during his second term.

Safely out of Oleshky after enduring years in the combat zone and a harrowing 24-hour journey, weary civilians reunite with family and friends.

Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.