Queensland Health updated IVF family guidelines a win for families
ABC News Australiaby Emma Johnson11 Sept 2026
In short: Queensland Health has updated fertility clinic guidance which previously classified lesbian couples as separate families.
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top 82%Heartless man jailed for killing woman who rejected him
PerthNowby Tara Cosoleto11 Sept 2026
Heartless man jailed for killing woman who rejected him A heartless killer has been jailed for 17 years for fatally assaulting a woman who rejected him and then setting fire to her beloved home.
Motorbike rider who did burnout during Newcastle riot jailed
ABC News Australiaby Ben Clifford11 Sept 2026
In short: Mark Distefano, 25, has been sentenced to a maximum of 12 months in prison for his role in a riot in suburban Newcastle.
Quarterhorse paired with Ramjet-X for high-Mach flight testing
New Atlasby David Szondy11 Sept 2026
Hermeus has unveiled its latest plans for the Quarterhorse supersonic aircraft, which will be used to launch a high-Mach test vehicle called Ramjet-X.
Police arrest alleged gunman for hire after NSW shooting
ABC News Australiaby Sarah Forster11 Sept 2026
In short: A man is in custody, charged with the attempted murder of a man at Berkeley Vale, on the NSW Central Coast. It is alleged Bison Zounis was hired to carry out the shooting. What's next?
Remorseless murderer jailed for 'outrageous' stabbings
PerthNowby William Ton11 Sept 2026
Remorseless murderer jailed for 'outrageous' stabbings A remorseless murderer whose offence at an unspoken goodbye resulted in a frenzied drunken stabbing has been jailed for more than two decades.
Early access to super? • Inside Story
Inside Storyby Administrator11 Sept 2026
While sophisticates can smile at the old adage that one should neither a lender nor a borrower be, the notion that one should not be both at the same time — unless one is earning a little margin —...
Blame game as work from home shapes as vote changer
PerthNowby Callum Godde11 Sept 2026
Blame game as work from home shapes as vote changer Down in the polls, a long-time Labor state government could make election hay out of its thwarted Australian-first work from home laws.
Analyst warns of 'late-stage bubble' as rates and oil prices surge
ABC News Australiaby Gareth Hutchens and Michael Janda11 Sept 2026
In short: A surge in oil prices this week has sparked fresh inflation fears, and investors are bracing for more rate hikes worldwide.
Residents say they 'can't live without' firewood ahead of ban
ABC News Australiaby Nicola Ceccato and Rachel Holdsworth11 Sept 2026
In short: More than 100 people gathered in Deniquilin to protest against a ban on firewood collection at two national parks in southern New South Wales.
Search resumes for 80 missing in popular Philippines tourist spot
ABC News Australia11 Sept 2026
In short: A search and rescue operation has resumed in the Philippines for up to 84 people still missing after a ferry fire.
How two premierships in one year was the making of Isaiya Katoa
ABC News Australiaby Nick Campton11 Sept 2026
Thu, 3 Sept, 7:50 pm, Final score, Bulldogs 20, Broncos 34 In the four years since the remarkable season that forged Isaiya Katoa's first legend the Dolphins playmaker has proven time and again why...
Mushroom cook’s prison time ‘inhumane’
PerthNowby Liam Beatty11 Sept 2026
Advocacy non-profit Justice Action calls for end to mushroom killer Erin Patterson’s ‘inhumane’ prison conditions A fresh push to end killer mushroom cook Erin Patterson’s treatment behind bars has...
Erin Patterson frightened and unpopular behind bars
PerthNowby Duncan Murray11 Sept 2026
Erin Patterson frightened and unpopular behind bars Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is being kept in near constant isolation, leaving her frightened and at risk of psychological decline.
'Despicable': ATO staffer faces corruption charges
PerthNowby Laine Clark11 Sept 2026
'Despicable': ATO staffer faces corruption charges An Australian Taxation Office staff member has been charged with "despicable" corruption-related offences after being accused of disclosing...
Stressed officer's death holds lessons for police force
PerthNowby Lloyd Jones11 Sept 2026
Stressed officer's death holds lessons for police force The death of a much-loved police officer at his own hands after being exposed to trauma and stress holds key lessons for a territory's force...
Arrest over latest suspected gun-for-hire gang shooting
PerthNowby Sarah Spina-Matthews11 Sept 2026
Arrest over latest suspected gun-for-hire gang shooting A young man has been charged with attempted murder over what police believe to be the latest in a spate of organised crime attacks.
'Really scary': Residents seek clarity as gangland war becomes political
ABC News Australiaby Jessica Kidd11 Sept 2026
A soundbite from a veteran detective has ignited a political war of words over gangland violence. Assistant Police Commissioner Grant Taylor is no stranger to gun violence on Sydney's streets.
Quick hits: NFL goes AFL, Jonas Brothers rock, and 100k fans see rare sight
ABC News Australiaby Michael Doyle11 Sept 2026
The NFL's first match in Australia lived up to the hype, with more than 100,000 fans packing the MCG to watch the San Francisco 49ers defeat the LA Rams.
Gliders return to world stage after missing last Paralympics
ABC News Australiaby Henry Hanson11 Sept 2026
Australia's women's wheelchair basketball team has returned to the world stage, two years on from missing qualification for the Paris Paralympics.