Highest heritage honour for Mardi Gras parade route Sydney's Mardi Gras parade route is joining Uluru and the Sydney Opera House on the national heritage list. AAP · Feb 26
Emergency services learn quick lessons from stabbing A lack of communication between police and paramedics during the Bondi Junction mass stabbing was a "near miss" but improvements have already been fruitful. AAP · Feb 5
Boxing Day sales take off with bargain airfares Shoppers are being urged to scrutinise Boxing Day bargain claims, while two major airlines have announced discounted fare sales. AAP · Dec 25, 2025
No bail for man after revenge hit on meth cook's wife A man accused of luring an innocent women to be tied up, kidnapped and murdered over her husband's alleged meth theft has lost a court bid for bail. AAP · Nov 12, 2025
Nedd Brockmann in running for Young Aussie of the Year A popular long-distance runner who has churned out thousands of kilometres for charity is in the running for an Australian of the Year gong. AAP · Nov 10, 2025
Australia's blood supply to receive a critical boost People who have fully recovered from many cancers can now donate blood and plasma in Australia, 12 months after finishing treatment. AAP · Jul 28, 2025
House values break ceiling in almost half of suburbs An upswing in home values has broadly eased, but almost 45 per cent of Australian suburbs are at record-high dwelling values after sustained growth. AAP · Jul 10, 2025
Ban to be lifted on gay and bisexual men giving blood Sexual activity eligibility rules at Australia's blood donation service will change, in a world-first move that paves the way for 95,000 extra donations a year. AAP · Jun 18, 2025
Concerns over US AUKUS review dismissed by deputy PM Australia's deputy Prime Minister has dismissed concerns about the nation's US submarine deal as the Trump administration reviews the AUKUS pact. AAP · Jun 14, 2025
Carla Zampatti runway launches new look Fashion Week A collection from the Carla Zampatti label marks the start of Australian Fashion Week. AAP · May 12, 2025
Overseas rates decision to dominate domestic chatter Australian investors and markets will keenly monitor how Donald Trump's tariffs impact the US Federal Reserve's outlook for future interest rate cuts. AAP · May 4, 2025
Coroner's impossible job to make sense of mass stabbing A year on from one of Australia's worst mass killings, families of the victims are looking to an inquest to uncover what went wrong. AAP · Apr 26, 2025
Politics put aside as leaders pay respect on Anzac Day Australia's political leaders call an election campaign truce to attend dawn services and remember the sacrifice of servicemen and women. AAP · Apr 24, 2025
Climate change demands more blood, prevents collection Extreme weather events caused by climate change are seeing a rising need for blood donations but also making it more difficult than ever to collect them. AAP · Apr 18, 2025
AAP · Apr 9, 2025 Court scrutinises media use of rampage victims' images Media outlets' ability to publish dead people's images without explicit permission will be tested by families of Bondi Junction shopping mall stabbing victims.
AAP · Apr 5, 2025 Iconic venue's future protected by heritage listing A hotel that became a beacon for the community as homosexuality laws were amended before featuring in a hit movie is being preserved as a heritage venue.
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 Antiques and auctions inspire Archibald artist The 2025 Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes are underway, with more than 2000 entries expected to arrive at a gallery in Sydney this week.
AAP · Mar 20, 2025 'Sense of alarm' amid calls for Islamophobia protection Social media comments invoking an Australian man's terrorist attack which killed 51 worshippers have been condemned amid warnings of rising Islamophobia.
AAP · Mar 15, 2025 Hate speech laws based on race, say Muslim groups The discovery of an explosives-laden caravan revealed to be a hoax has prompted hasty new laws that protect only some Australians, Muslim groups say.
AAP · Mar 7, 2025 Women marching forward, but more work to be done International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
AAP · Mar 1, 2025 Tired dancing feet, high spirits after Mardi Gras The task of cleaning up Sydney's streets from glitter and feathers is under way after Mardi Gras revellers celebrated the world's biggest evening LGBTQI parade.
AAP · Feb 15, 2025 Focus on freedom as thousands celebrate Mardi Gras fair The first big Mardi Gras event of 2025 has drawn a crowd of thousands as organisers hope its theme resonates with the LGBTQI community and beyond.
AAP · Feb 11, 2025 Curbing 'intolerance crisis' could hit protest, speech Stronger penalties and boosted police powers to ensure people can practice their beliefs in safety could lead to over-policing of protests, faith leaders warn.
AAP · Jan 17, 2025 Big falling tree crashes onto inner city pedestrians At least two people have been injured and others were lucky to survive after a big tree fell onto pedestrians at one of Australia's best-known inner city parks.
AAP · Dec 24, 2024 Christmas conditions sparkle for millions of Aussies From the beach to the bush, Australians were treated to a day of sunshine on Christmas though it remains a time when many are doing it tough.