National News

Health A “beautiful” toddler’s life has been “cut short” after he contracted a deadly strain of influenza. The virus has killed hundreds this year.

Politics During condolences for Bob Hawke today, a story about his shock greeting of a Federal Police officer one morning summed up the former PM’s nature.

Health A man, almost jailed for helping his terminally ill wife end her life, was holding it together — until a heartbreaking question from the actor.

News Sunrise co-host Mark Beretta has explained why Ash Barty was left off the air as star presenter Sam Armytage issued a live apology.

News The Reserve Bank has taken the extraordinary step of calling on the government to intervene as the Australian economy nosedives.

News If you’re on the search for your next holiday abroad, this stellar sale to various parts of the US might be your best bet.

Politics THE RBA has cut the official cash rate for the second month in a row to a fresh record low of 1 per cent.

Politics THE idea of a TV show fronted by Julie Bishop where she interviews prominent women has been blasted by Pauline Hanson.

Money MORE than half of us have a Qantas Frequent Flyer card and is affected by the airline’s recent changes. Here’s how to maximise your points-earning power.

Weather The chill is set to continue with cold and frosty commutes, and when we’re done with that, the skies are set to open with more rain.

News A suspected shark attack on Sydney’s northern beaches this morning has left a man in hospital with wounds to his chest and leg.

News A day after Ruth McCance was farewelled in Sydney, authorities have moved to reposition the bodies of seven climbers who perished in the Himalayas.

News The PM has revealed his thoughts on Israel Folau’s fight against Rugby Australia after being grilled about his plans for a new Religious Freedom bill.

News Comments from the Rugby Australia chairman on why Israel Folau was sacked could turn the upcoming court case in the sacked star’s favour.

News A whole host of changes to tax, superannuation and minimum wages are coming on July 1. Here’s a guide to help you get across it all today.

Music Fourteen years after she was originally due to headline the internationally-renowned festival, Australia’s Kylie Minogue has wowed fans at Glastonbury.

Politics Israel Folau has unexpectedly leapt to the defence of prominent gay rights activist Magda Szubanski, pleading with trolls to leave her alone.

Celebrity Wallabies great Peter FitzSimons called for the cameras to focus on him and launched into a stunning spray of Israel Folau on live TV.

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News Islamic State has set conditions for a comeback that “could be faster and even more devastating” than its first appearance, a new report warns.

Opinion Israel Folau didn’t say much after his meeting with Rugby Australia, but five words were enough to prove he still doesn’t get it.