Vested interest ‘cartel’ killing Aussie housing dream
A “cartel” of vested interests is stymying crucial tax reforms which could help free up more homes, a former boss of the Reserve Bank says. Bernie Fraser, the only person…
Millions in firing line as storms unleash flash floods
Life-threatening flash flooding and dangerous thunderstorms are strengthening over a major city, as ominous dark skies and downpours spark emergency shelter warnings. Severe and dangerous thunderstorms that formed over Melbourne’s…
Skyscraper scrap: mixed reaction for Trump tower plan
Known for its sun and surf, the Gold Coast also appears to have a skyscraper scrap after the Trump Organization revealed its plans for the tourist strip. Rival petitions have…
‘Grave allegations’: push grows to dump disgraced royal
A bipartisan push to ensure Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor never becomes Australia’s head of state is making global headway. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wrote to his British counterpart on Monday, expressing support…
All aboard: fast rail gains momentum after false starts
Australia has its best chance at finally getting high-speed rail, as the federal government splurges almost $700 million to make the project shovel-ready within a few years. A two-year development…
Woodside posts record production as soft prices drag
Softer oil and gas prices have dragged on Woodside’s full-year bottom-line net profit, which slumped by almost a quarter to $US2.7 billion ($A3.8 billion) despite record production and lower unit…
Women’s FA Cup talking points: Kerr shows the way and Liverpool resurgence continues
Sam Kerr is ready for business end of season, Chatham’s goalkeeper made to work and Kim Little continues to shine It has not been the easiest season for Sam Kerr.…
England in sight of semi-finals but face another trial by spin against Pakistan
Harry Brook’s side have been unconvincing against the turning ball and will face a team that has an attack packed with spinning options After four wins in five games, and…
Lindsey Vonn says she almost had leg amputated after crash at Winter Olympics
41-year-old developed compartment syndrome Skier credits Team USA surgeon with saving leg Lindsey Vonn says she came close to having her leg amputated in the aftermath of her crash during…
Supersub Benjamin Sesko fires Manchester United past Everton and into top four
Sir Jim Ratcliffe must be seriously conflicted, among other things. Manchester United’s advance towards the riches of the Champions League gathered momentum at Everton thanks to Slovenia’s Benjamin Sesko, Brazil’s…