Cases of a potentially deadly strain of diphtheria have more than quadrupled in just over a month, as the Northern Territory’s outbreak worsens. Diphtheria is a vaccine-preventable disease, and the strain of... Read more »

High fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict have been described as a “kick in the guts” for regional families that are struggling to afford hefty travel costs to play weekend... Read more »

With the release of the March inflation figures on Tuesday showing a big jump, the likelihood of a rate rise next week has become all but certain. Admittedly it was all but... Read more »

The technology underpinning payday superannuation is ready to go, the tax office and payroll platforms say, assuaging fears that software errors will leave small businesses exposed to late payment penalties. Australian employers... Read more »

Aldi Australia has posted weaker sales growth and a profit drop in 2025, with shoppers seemingly falling out of love with the retailer’s no-name brands and cheaper items amid a renewed supermarket... Read more »

In brief The Australian government wants social media platforms to pay for news.The tech giants reject it. The media have welcomed it. But what could these changes mean for you? A new... Read more »

Rebel Wilson has denied falsifying a complaint by the star of her directorial debut, describing the claimed sexual harassment incident as an “absolute nightmare situation”. The Pitch Perfect star is being sued... Read more »

The Queensland property where two police officers and an innocent good Samaritan neighbour were murdered by a trio of religious fanatics has been snapped up by a mystery buyer. The 43.51 hectare... Read more »