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NewsAustralian Associated PressHoward hails Morrison's 'amazing' success
John Howard says Scott Morrison has done an "amazing" job in the Liberal leadership and has brought stability the party has not seen for more than a decade.
NewsAustralian Associated PressFirst stage of Manus naval base opens
The first phase of an expanded naval base at Lombrum on Manus Island has reportedly been completed, with the port to eventually host Australian and US ships.
NewsAustralian Associated PressScott Morrison leaves Vietnam for France
Scott Morrison has used a visit to Vietnam to express serious concern over China's actions in the South China Sea.
NewsAustralian Associated PressFormer Sydney magistrate jailed for abuse
A former NSW magistrate has been jailed for at least 16 months for indecently assaulting an underage boy in the 1980s.
NewsAustralian Associated PressSyd Trains open to compensation for delays
Sydney Trains has opened a window for possible compensation for commuters who directly suffered financially as a result of rail delays and chaos on Friday.
NewsAustralian Associated PressNitschke addresses Qld euthanasia probe
If voluntary euthanasia is adopted in Queensland it should be seen as a right, rather than a privilege of the sick, says Exit International's Philip Nitschke.
NewsAustralian Associated PressQld Labor has 'permission' to turn on Trad
The Queensland government has effectively been given 'permission' to dump it's deputy premier by a union boss, a political analyst says.
NewsAustralian Associated PressMorrison's year nothing to celebrate: ALP
As Anthony Albanese prepares to rally the Labor faithful in two states, the Morrison government chalks up a year in office.
NewsAustralian Associated PressPM to push trade deal with Johnson at G7
A post-Brexit free trade agreement with Britain is expected to be one of the topics on Prime Minister Scott Morrison's agenda at the G7 summit in France.
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Serial killer who preyed on older gay men executed by lethal injection
Gary Bowles killed six men during his spree. In each case, he stuffed his victims' throats with objects: towels, rags, toilet paper, dirt, leaves and even a sex toy.
NewsAustralian Associated PressToday's Birthday 24/8
Today's Birthday, August 24: American award-winning young adult fiction author John Green (1977 - )
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Sydney commuters offered compensation for train delays
Sydney commuters who were financially impacted by the train delays may be eligible for compensation.
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Boy, 12, jumps from moving car during suspected abduction
The child hurled himself from the speeding pick-up truck to escape his alleged kidnapper.
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Sydney man charged with child sex offences
A 40-year-old man has been charged after he allegedly committed sexual offences towards children on two separate occasions in northwest Sydney.
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Passenger slams Sydney taxi driver who charged $90 for 10-minute ride
One Sydney commuter copped a ridiculous taxi fare for a ten minute trip. Incidentally, he ended up getting the same taxi driver the next day.
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Mum forced to breastfeed on floor as commuters refuse to give up seats
The mum said she was stunned by the response of her fellow train passengers, slamming them as 'inconsiderate'.
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Pakistani refugee on Nauru self immolates
A 36 year-old Pakistani refugee has set himself alight in front of a mental health doctor on Nauru, the Refugee Action Coalition says.
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Australian suicide charity's fight to remove graphic 13 Reasons Why scene
While the third season has moved away from the alarming themes of season one, experts say there is still a need for support as the new season of 13 Reasons Why premieres.
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How young dad 'saved son's life' through incredible selflessness
A young dad who endured two years of traumatising upheaval with his family has been recognised for his selflessness.
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Boy attacked by mountain lion outside his home
The eight-year-old was playing outside when a mountain lion pounced on him, biting him on the head.
NewsAustralian Associated PressPM Morrison's taste of old and new Vietnam
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has spent a jam-packed day in Vietnam among military receptions and visited the site of an under-construction Formula One track.
NewsAustralian Associated PressSyd Trains offers compensation for delays
Sydney Trains says customers who experience significant financial hardship as a direct result of service delays may be eligible for compensation.
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'He's a chonk': Massive cat looking for forever home
The huge cat is looking for a new family and the shelter website crashed because so many people wanted to adopt the giant feline.
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Man 'pretended to be teen's dad' before alleged rape
The man allegedly met the 13-year-old girl in Manly before taking her to his home.
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'It's only getting worse': Commuter chaos continues through peak hour
Sydneysiders are continuing to face major delays as they attempt to catch trains home during Friday peak hour.
