Renters, savers and business owners face consequences from Tuesday’s expected rate rise, with a top economist warning no one escapes the RBA’s inflation fight.
Cameron Micallef
An alleged “harrowing” gunpoint ordeal spanning several days came to an end after a woman escaped and flagged down a police officer, setting off a major manhunt.
Andrew Hedgman
A father and a 19-year-old motorcycle rider killed in a horror crash in Melbourne’s southeast have been named.
An Aussie mayor has made a bizarre comparison of his Mar-a-Lago invoice to his “underpants”, amid scrutiny over his disputed US trip and Trump Tower deal.
Aussie shares were in the red on Monday as the market grappled with tensions on Wall Street and a looming decision on interest rates.
Ike Morris
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has found himself caught in the middle of Australia’s migration debate, as Angus Taylor backs reform to backpacker visa arrangements.
Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer
The owner of an iconic Australian surf brand is weighing a possible sale after entering exclusive talks with a US brand management company.
A concerning sight on the banks of a river, which will act as the rowing venue for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, has sparked renewed calls for relocation.
Alexandra Feiam
Melbourne Cup Day marks the last chance for Victorian voters to enrol to vote in the crucial November 28 state election.
Tia Clarkson-Pascoe
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has felt the wrath of voters in the latest Newspoll, as the country braces for another interest rate hike.
From barrier draws to jockey technique, a SKY Racing expert has broken down everything once-a-year punters need to know before the Melbourne Cup.
James Jordan
Those attending Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival this week should come prepared with more than just a nice frock and a winning ticket, as heavy rain and wind threaten to hit the city.
Westpac has announced its profit for the 2026 full-year, while saying many households and businesses are facing “challenging times”.
Joanne Williamson
A controversial gun buyback scheme launched in the aftermath of the Bondi terror attack has already had a surprising result, but not everyone is in favour of it.
Jack Nivison
Officers attached to the new Armed Response Command were deployed within hours of launching after a man allegedly threatened beachgoers with a samurai sword.
Key One Nation figures have made bold declarations after fellow Queenslander and Nationals leader Matt Canavan confirmed he will run for a Lower House seat.
Joanne Williamson and Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer
Young Australian of the Year Nedd Brockmann is urging Aussies to back pet owners in crisis as new research reveals many are going without to keep their animals fed.
The Block finale erupted into a night of huge bids, high nerves and eye-watering money as buyers turned auction day into a blockbuster.
A sold-out festival crowd on the Gold Coast was left shocked when a temporary grandstand collapsed during a live set on Sunday afternoon.
A veteran country show judge has become an unlikely viral sensation after her deadpan, oddly specific coffee cake critique struck a chord with millions online.
The Prime Minister may be forced to spoil Donald Trump’s photo-op plans at a major summit in the US.
Less than a year after Bondi, NSW is rolling out armed patrols and a major gun buyback in a bid to prevent another attack.
A stolen BMW rolled and burst into flames in Perth’s northeast, killing two 16-year-old boys and leaving two other teenagers injured.
The Albanese government has copped a fresh poll blow ahead of Tuesday’s Reserve Bank meeting, with Labor now sitting just above its worst ever Newspoll result.
Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer, Cameron Micallef and Andrew Hedgman
