Firefighters in regional Queensland are bracing for gusty and dry winds on Thursday as they battle out-of-control bushfires fuelled by the “worst conditions in 40 years” that have already claimed two lives and multiple homes. 

Legal expects are warning Australians accused of spreading misinformation online will have fewer protections against self-incrimination than suspected murderers, arsonists and other serious criminals under a proposed bill to regulate the internet. 

A court has ruled the cruise ship company at the centre of a major Covid outbreak should have cancelled the Ruby Princess trip that led to 28 deaths. 

New research out of Melbourne shows women who do shift work or work long hours while pregnant significantly increase their risk of premature birth 

Public school teachers in South Australia have warned they may strike again next month in a bid to pressure the state government to make a better offer on pay and conditions.