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PE teacher 'totally without remorse' sentenced for historical sex offences
The court hears William Gilfillan, more commonly known as Rob, will be 92 years old when he becomes eligible for parole, and he will likely die in jail. N...
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Beleaguered KPMG referred to anti-corruption watchdog amid contract freeze
KPMG is facing a three-month freeze on new federal government contracts amid a worsening scandal over the treatment of a whistleblower, with the Greens no...
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Mother of murdered Broome man slams WA Police culture
Ingrid Bishop says poor culture within WA Police hampered the investigation into her son Josh Warneke's death from the start. Newsiline summarises this re...
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VicRoads chief 'sorry' over week-long website outages
VicRoads has apologised after a week-long series of technological glitches meant motorists could not register new vehicles or book driving tests. Newsilin...
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Quick hits: Cabo Verde finds player on LinkedIn, meet Merlin the Duck
Cabo Verde's incredible result against Spain brings with it no shortage of amazing stories, while a duck in a jersey is stealing hearts in Mexico. Newsili...
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Ashes, tears and power rise in a farewell to old Leichhardt
On the day of the final NRL game at Leichhardt Oval before the old ground changes forever, rugby league's broken-down palace reminded us all of it's great...
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Supreme Court told toddler's death was a 'tragedy' but not murder
A court has heard a man accused of murdering a two-year-old boy would lock the toddler in a dark garage as a form of punishment. Newsiline summarises this...
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‘Something is changing’: Sydney records warmest run of June days in more than a century
Temperatures topped 20C on Tuesday for the 10th consecutive day, a streak not seen since 1919 Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get o...
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NSW Police investigate video of officer pushing Bisalloy protester
NSW Police will review footage showing a woman falling to the ground after being pushed by an officer during a pro-Palestine protest outside Bisalloy Stee...
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RBA pauses on rates for first time this year but doesn't rule out more hikes — as it happened
Inflation is still too high and remains a central concern for the Reserve Bank of Australia, governor Michele Bullock said. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Police receive 'new information' in ex-GP rape case
Former Brisbane GP Stellios Theodoros is facing 148 counts of rape and sexual assault relating to an alleged excessive number of pelvic examinations, pap...
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Brisbane man found guilty of killing American partner whose body has never been found
Mark Sheridan Waden has been found guilty of murdering Priscilla Brooten in 2018 and sentenced to life in prison with a 20-year non-parole period. Newsili...
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Breaking: Tasmania's Racing Minister Jane Howlett resigns
Tasmania's Racing Minister Jane Howlett has resigned from cabinet, citing "relentless personal and political" attacks from opposition parties as the reaso...
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Former ACT politician faces new charges after arrest for child grooming
Former ACT attorney-general Gordon Ramsay was to have been committed to trial in the ACT Supreme Court today, but instead his lawyers have asked for more...
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Melbourne childcare centre warned over 12th floor safety breach
An inspection of a childcare centre in inner-Melbourne found faults in the fencing meant children could potentially access a 12th floor balcony. Newsiline...
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My parents had me later in life. I was determined not to repeat history
Having older parents has shaped my life in many ways, including taking on a carer role for Mum and Dad in my 20s. Newsiline summarises this report from AB...
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Artemis III pilot Luca Parmitano recalls witnessing bushfires from space
Luca Parmitano was commanding the International Space Station when bushfires devastated eastern Australia. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News...
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Solomon Islands PM floats Pacific-wide security treaty in sharp pivot
Solomon Islands's new prime minister raises the idea of a Pacific-wide security treaty while meeting Prime Minister Anthony Albanese this month. Newsiline...
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be 'completely open' by Friday. Then what?
The months-long shutdown of the the crucial shipping route has rocked global oil markets and flowed through to all sorts of prices. Newsiline summarises t...
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NDIS support worker jailed for sexually assaulting female clients
A 51-year-old man who sexually abused clients with disabilities, including a teenage girl, blames alcohol and being "desperately lonely". Newsiline summar...
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Breaking: SA Electoral Commissioner resigns amid review into March poll
South Australia's Electoral Commissioner Mick Sherry has resigned amid a review into the scandal-plagued state and Voice elections. Newsiline summarises t...
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U Can Recycle depots closed after investigation into worker safety
Last month a court heard U Can Recycle workers were sleeping on mattresses on the floor, with lawyers likening conditions to modern slavery. Newsiline sum...
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Australian World Cup referee Shaun Evans cleared over alleged 'white power' gesture
FIFA cleared Shaun Evans after he denied deliberately making the gesture, calling it an "involuntary twitch". Newsiline summarises this report from SBS Ne...
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Slain officer remembered for caring manner to have laneway named after him
A Tasmanian police officer who was killed while on duty is remembered for his compassion and care during a memorial service, one year after his death. New...
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Pensioner 'living in her own world' causes terrifying cycling crash
An elderly woman on a mobility scooter has caused a frightening crash during a cycling race in Germany after riding into the path of the competitors. News...
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Chinese and Russian influence clear in the US and Iran ceasefire deal
Chinese, Russian and Iranian officials met about a day before the deal was publicly announced, with experts saying it proves Beijing and Moscow helped sha...
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Allied health workers to start 24-hour strike at Victorian public hospitals
The strike involves radiographers, sonographers, physiotherapists, podiatrists, speech pathologists and social workers at the state's public hospitals. Ne...
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Eight crew believed dead in California B-52 bomber crash
A US Air Force B-52 bomber, designed to carry nuclear and conventional weapons, crashes shortly after taking off at an air base. Newsiline summarises this...
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A day after a peace deal was announced, Iran's World Cup campaign begins in LA
After months of uncertainty, the Iranian national football team arrived in the US just hours before a ceasefire was announced. Newsiline summarises this r...
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'It's like we won the World Cup': Cabo Verde delights in Spain shock
Cabo Verde fans revel in the biggest shock of this World Cup so far, the tournament debutants holding European champion Spain to a 0-0 draw. Newsiline sum...
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US-Iran 'deal' reinforces Trump trend
The ceasefire agreement fits a pattern from Donald Trump where the signing of a deal appears to be the major goal and the details often seem a distant sec...
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UFC at the White House will never happen again, promoter says
Despite touting the massive success of the White House event, UFC boss Dana White says the company will never stage another event like it. Newsiline summa...
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When and how to watch State of Origin Game II between the Blues and Maroons
Game II of the men's 2026 State of Origin series will be held this Wednesday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC Ne...
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Tree advocates dismayed as Melville council backtracks on canopy protection
Plans to protect established trees on private property have had a setback in Perth's southern suburbs, with councillors concerned that protections may go...
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'Afghan women are not weak': Melbourne woman climbs Everest
River Ahmad fled Afghanistan in 2023. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and links readers to the original publisher for the full st...
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Cancer patient in remission after 'amazing' outcome of targeted trial
Ben Whitehead was given just months to live after being diagnosed with a rare cancer that doctors had not seen before. Newsiline summarises this report fr...