A Melbourne father says he discovered a blade in a new tub of children's moulding dough moments before handing it to his toddler.

Police are investigating an alleged carjacking in Queensland.

A new Queensland campaign aimed at educating families about the early signs of coercive control has officially launched.

The federal budget is one of the most important pieces of political theatre of the year, and we had it covered from every angle.

New health data shows soaring numbers of people waited longer than 24 hours for emergency care in Victoria’s hospitals during the twin coronavirus and flu surge over winter.

I Cook Foods tried to air further allegations in court against two government employees it accuses of acting ‘maliciously’ to shut down the family business in 2019.

Bureau of Meteorology CEO Dr Andrew Johnson has apologised after the organisation’s recent re-naming controversy.

Human remains found on a vacant block in South Australia have been confirmed as missing person Geoffrey McLean.

A Yarraville couple received a fright when an intruder crashed through their living room ceiling and offered an absurd apology.

A Penrith dad is Sydney's Powerball winner after claiming his share of the $160 million prize.

Energy ministers have discussed power prices in Melbourne after it was revealed in the federal budget they would rise by 20 per cent.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken with his new British counterpart, Rishi Sunak, for the first time. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton urged voters to hold Labor to account for breaking promises on power bills in his budget reply speech.

The DPP has dropped manslaughter charges against the manager of a truck company involved in the Eastern Freeway tragedy.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet have announced a multi-million dollar buy-back scheme for flooded Lismore residents.

A motorcyclist has been killed and three others injured after a collision on the Hume Freeway near Wallan, Victoria.

For years, residents near the Kealba landfill have complained of headaches and respiratory symptoms, and have been unable to open their windows because of the unpleasant odour.

The week in photos from the award-winning SMH and AFR photographers.

The University of Sydney broke the law by sacking senior lecturer Tim Anderson for his comments about Israel and other matters.

The man was arrested following the rampage which allegedly included the sexual touching of a four-month-old baby in a pram.

Polls show slump in support for Victorian Premier Dan Andrews in lead-up to state election.