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Trump hits back at Canada after retaliatory tariffs announced

The US president says Canada "wants the benefits of being a state, without being one", accusing the northern neighbours of taking advantage of American farmers "for many years".

Immersive experiences at heart of Powerhouse Parramatta grand opening

As the grand opening of Powerhouse Parramatta nears, installation of more than 3,000 objects sourced from Australia and around the world continues.

Quick hits: A Shoriful stunner amid more left-arm carnage in the 29th two-day Test

Mitchell Starc delivers once more but it's another left-arm seamer who delivers the ball of the series, as Test cricket is blessed with its 29th two-day match. Here are the quick hits from day two of the second Test between Australia and Bangladesh.

Swans AFLW captain says support 'just unbelievable' as record smashed

The women's team receive an outpouring of support including a record crowd as 16,672 fans filled the stands to watch them play.

Thousands line riverbank to welcome Spirit IV 'home' to Devonport

After years of delays and cost blowouts, Spirit of Tasmania IV has arrived in its home port of Devonport for testing ahead of October sailings.

Hundreds walk through Brookfield after alleged early morning sexual assault

Hundreds of people walked through the Brisbane suburb of Brookfield in a show of strength and solidarity after the alleged early morning sexual assault of a 23-year-old woman.

Coalition wants to split Court of Appeal to focus on tougher sentences

The Victorian opposition says it will create a Court of Criminal Appeal if it wins the November election as part of its tough on crime policies.

Almost two in three youth offenders offending on bail, government says

More than 60 per cent of repeat youth offenders are committing crimes while on bail, the Queensland government has said as it prepares to unveil major bail reform.

Wrong landmark spotted on Sydney Marathon medal a week out from event

Runners who finish the Sydney Marathon will receive a medal featuring a football stadium in Germany instead of Moore Park due to an "unfortunate error".

Tigers score upset of the NRL season with 79th-minute winner

A last second field goal has delivered Wests Tigers one of the biggest boilovers in recent years with a win over the Roosters that throws the top four into chaos.

Live: Threats of SCG walkouts as Swans men's and women's teams take the field

Sydney's AFLW team takes the field in the first game of a double-header, with some fans threatening to walk out on the following men's game. Follow live.

NT government pursues Fair Work action over firefighters, corrections dispute

The NT government files two applications with the Fair Work Commission over a year-long bargaining dispute with the union representing firefighters and correctional officers, with experts calling it a "risky move".

Grafton 12yo takes campaign to politicians to fix beloved skate park

When 12-year-old Haylee Blair found a problem that needed fixing, she knew exactly who to call: her local politicians.

Father leaves tired 7yo at station to continue climbing Mount Fuji

Japanese police says they gave the man a stern warning leaving his child at the sixth station of the mountain climb.

Breaking: Australia records its first bird flu case in a mammal

A long-nosed fur seal found in South Australia tests positive for bird flu.

One Nation pursuing migration rate 'not too different' to Labor

One Nation MP David Farley also told Insiders One Nation would seek to redirect immigration to regional areas and away from cities.

WA by-election puts One Nation's growing appeal to the test

One Nation's popularity is skyrocketing in opinion polls across the east coast. But next Saturday's Secret Harbour by-election will be the first clear test of whether that momentum is extending across the Nullarbor.

Man driving stolen vehicle killed in head-on crash

A 46-year-old Melton man has died after the stolen car he was driving collided head-on with two other vehicles.

Live: Starc with more new-ball magic after Australia bowled out for 210

Mitchell Starc takes wickets with back-to-back balls after Australia takes a commanding 146-run lead into the second innings in Mackay. Follow live.

Hundreds march to mark 60th anniversary of the historic Wave Hill Walk-Off

On the 60th anniversary of the Wave Hill Walk-Off, more than 1,000 people have marched from Kalkarindji to the banks of the Victoria River to retrace the steps taken by hundreds of stockmen, workers and their families in a pivotal moment for Aboriginal land rights.

Zolani Tete shot dead outside his home in South Africa

Former world boxing champion Zolani "Last Born" Tete has been shot dead outside his home in South Africa's Eastern Cape province.

Mackay makes cricket history as day one of inaugural Test match sells out

Barry Jansen mortgaged his house to help build a cricket arena in the Queensland city of Mackay. Forty years later his club is hosting its first international Test match.

Sydney childcare centre on brink of closure offered 12-months rent free

More than 60 families rallied in Sydney's eastern suburbs to keep the doors of a local childcare centre open.

Quick hits: Stunning Shoriful rivals Starc's staggering spell, Hazlewood fumes

Two lethal left arm quicks combine for 12 wickets, Australia comes close to snaring the rarest of dismissals, and a Harrup Park specialist fails on his return. Here are the quick hits from day one of the second Test.

Pendlebury could miss rest of season with his playing future undecided

Scott Pendlebury's glittering Collingwood career could be over after the AFL/VFL games record holder suffered a hamstring injury.

US, Canada fail to reach tariff deal, deepen trade war

The United States and Canada have failed to reach a trade deal, and the US says it will impose 50 per cent tariffs on some imports from Canada.

Adelaide lacrosse community turns out to support girl, 5, with leukaemia

Support has poured in from across SA's lacrosse community for the family of a five-year-old girl diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia this week.

For years, one man spearheaded a Nigerian government agency that didn't exist

The Nigerian government has opened investigations into two government agencies after they were both found to be fake.

Live: Traditional rivals fight it out as Bulldogs play Dragons

It's a clash of local rivals as St George Illawarra take on Canterbury at the Sydney Football Stadium. Follow live.

Delhi's electric tuktuk boom gets a hacking shock

Rickshaw drivers are pushing back on plans to ban all new non-electric versions of the vehicle from next January.

NSW baby first in world to receive breakthrough epilepsy treatment

A baby from the NSW Central Coast has made medical history, becoming the first person in the world to receive a precision medicine treatment for a rare and devastating form of epilepsy.

'Sad and disappointed' Sinner to miss first Grand Slam in seven years

Jannik Sinner announces he will miss the US Open due to an ongoing knee concern.

The world of model railways and the folk who build them

With 50 model railway layouts on display, the upcoming Goulburn Model Expo is something railroaders look forward to, especially for those who focus on what lies either side of the train tracks rather than what's on them.

Can the Liberals topple Victoria's government at the state election?

The Victorian state election is less than 100 days away. With One Nation's popularity riding high, how might the Coalition wrest power from Labor?

Victorian premier vows to open 10 free dental clinics

Ben Carroll vows to create seven free walk-in dental clinics in metropolitan Melbourne and three in regional Victoria if he wins the November election.

CFMEU inquiry lays bare alleged link between bikie gangs and construction sites

The latest block of hearings into the Queensland branch of the CFMEU focused on the Comanchero motorcycle gang's alleged attempts to muscle its way into the state's construction sector.

Guilt and isolation: Genocide survivors on adjusting to life in Australia

The Rohingya, a Muslim ethnic group, have lived in mainly Buddhist Myanmar for centuries, where they have suffered killings, forced evictions and other atrocities.

Residents gear up to keep McDonald's out of 'slow' town

Advocates for Goolwa's eateries and heritage attractions say the site of a former automotive repair business has been targeted for the town's first fast-food outlet.

Russell claims pole for Dutch F1 sprint as Piastri set to start fourth

George Russell jokes about feeling lighter now he's no longer carrying around an engagement ring as he claimed pole for the Dutch sprint race.

Winter nears its end as temperatures begin to warm across Sunshine State

The change of season is near, with above-average temperatures offering those across Queensland a chance to abandon their winter woollies for yet another year.

Tony Burke breaks silence on ex-ASIO agent's Bondi royal commission testimony

In his first public remarks on the case, Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed that the ex-ASIO agent's testimony can be heard in public.

'Bittersweet': Vulnerable moment becomes national prize-winning photo

Nathan Beard captured a private moment while visiting his beloved aunt in Thailand earlier this year. She died before he this week won the National Photographic Prize.

Live: McKenna soccers stunner as Lions hunt big win against Pies

With the battle for third spot coming down to percentage, Brisbane Lions will have to put their foot down against Collingwood to get a big break over rivals Hawthorn. Follow live.

Man accused of defrauding Indigenous community not of 'dishonest mind'

Lawyers representing a man accused of defrauding money meant for an Indigenous community say he made "best effort" to account for where the money went.

Jury discharged in rape trial of competitive bull rider

After more than eight hours of deliberations, the jury unanimously found Clay Benjamin Hall not guilty of one count of rape but was unable to reach a verdict on a second count.

Prominent harness racing stable fined over insurance policy failure

A prominent Tasmanian harness racing operator has been fined $8,000 for failing to secure adequate insurance, which came to light after employees were injured in a car crash that killed four horses.

Teenage boy charged with alleged murder of 13-year-old girl fronts court

The teenage boy charged with 13-year-old Layla Jeffery's murder faces a Children's Court.

Giant cuttlefish population down by 97pc, SA count shows

An official government count reveals a devastating population crash.

Live: Broncos upstage Papali'i farewell with spectacular fightback in Canberra

Brisbane mounts a stunning second-half fightback to deny Josh Papali'i a win in his final game at Canberra Stadium. Follow live.

Ex-minister threatens legal action over 'slanderous' comments

On Friday, NSW former police minister David Elliott gave evidence to ICAC, telling reporters afterward he is considering legal action against "slanderous" comments.