A Federal Court ruling paves the way for 13 former staff to sue the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Canberra for unfair dismissal, rejecting claims of sovereign immunity. Read the full legal analysis.
Peter Ryan, the former top cop who reformed the NSW Police Force after the Wood Royal Commission, has died. Read about his turbulent tenure and lasting legacy.
Two men are in hospital after a serious crash between a motorbike and a car on Welshpool Road in Wattle Grove. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
A fatal minivan crash in northern Victoria has claimed four lives and left five others, including a child, fighting for their lives. Police appeal for dashcam footage.
A 60-year-old cyclist is fighting for life after a hit and run on Wanneroo Road in Westminster. The 43-year-old van driver fled but later returned and is assisting police.
A Sydney warehouse worker fired after revealing her pregnancy has been reinstated. Learn your legal rights and employer obligations around pregnancy discrimination in Australia.
Thomas Markle Sr makes an emotional plea to reunite with his daughter Meghan and meet his grandchildren after a life-saving leg amputation. Get the latest on this family rift.
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were notable no-shows at the Princess of Wales's annual Christmas carol service, despite receiving personal invitations. Get the full story on the royal family dynamics.
A controversial $35 million commercial precinct in Woodvale has been recommended for approval, despite overwhelming opposition from residents and local councils. The final decision rests with the WA Planning Commission.
Cameron Smith's quest for an Australian Open title ended in heartbreak at Royal Melbourne as Denmark's Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen clinched victory with a stunning final-hole chip. Read the full story of the dramatic finish.
A man is in a life-threatening condition after a violent altercation in Brisbane's north. Police say the two men involved were known to each other. Read the latest details.
Cameron Smith is just one shot off the lead heading into the final round of the Australian Open at Royal Melbourne. Can the Queenslander cap a tough year with a home-soil victory? Follow the action.
Rory McIlroy's third round at the Australian Open took a bizarre turn when a discarded banana skin led to a double bogey at Royal Melbourne. See how the world No.2 recovered.
Vice Admiral Jonathan Earley takes command of Australia's submarine force, overseeing the transition to nuclear-powered vessels. Read about his vision for the future of Australian naval defence.
Rory McIlroy survived a shocking air swing to narrowly make the Australian Open cut. The Northern Irish star's late birdie blitz saved his weekend at Royal Melbourne. Follow the action.
Peter Scammell has been charged with murder five years after the death of his partner, nurse Katrina Hawker. A coronial inquest found her overdose death 'suspicious'. Read the chilling details.
Hunter-based Lifestyle Solutions hit with a landmark $2.5 million penalty for failing NDIS participants in a Central Coast group home. Read the shocking details of abuse and neglect uncovered by the court.
The State Planning Commission has rejected a major seven-tower proposal for Warwick Quarter, citing density and design concerns. Discover the details and what's next for the site.
England fast bowler Mark Wood is confident of returning from a knee injury for the Boxing Day Test. Get the latest update on his recovery and England's Ashes plans.
Rory McIlroy drew thousands of fans for a 7am tee time at Royal Melbourne. The golf superstar and Cameron Smith react to the challenging opening day of the Australian Open.
The Crownview apartment complex in Wollongong remains vacant due to serious defects, despite a severe housing crisis. Buyers await resolution a decade on. Read the full investigation.
Annual home electricity bills in the ACT have increased by 10%, but the regulator says competition is improving. Discover how shopping around can still lead to significant savings of over 20%.
Senior bureaucrats from Treasury and DFAT face senators on the last day of Senate estimates hearings. Key topics include ISIS brides, productivity, NDIS changes, and AI use in the APS.
Golf superstar Rory McIlroy has delivered a frank assessment of Royal Melbourne's layout on the eve of the Australian Open, while committing to next year's event. Get the full story.
WA Premier Roger Cook declines to guarantee extra funding for the Electoral Commission after Commissioner Robert Kennedy's resignation over polling booth chaos. What's next for WA's electoral integrity?
England have made a spin-bowling change for the second Ashes Test, with Will Jacks replacing the injured Mark Wood at the Gabba. Get the full team news and reaction.
A controversial move to dismiss WA's Electoral Commissioner, Robert Kennedy, was dramatically paused just hours before a crucial vote. Discover the political manoeuvring and what it means for the state's electoral integrity.
Golf star Cameron Smith admits 'head noise' is behind his dramatic form slump as he targets a breakthrough Australian Open victory at Royal Melbourne this week.
Tasmania-born Queen Mary of Denmark includes a Sydney Opera House ornament on the palace Christmas tree, a touching nod to her Australian roots. Discover the royal family's festive traditions.
The WA Planning Commission is poised to reject the controversial $278 million Warwick Quarter apartment development in Perth. Read the full details on the decision and its implications.