The former Family First and Rise Up Australia party candidate changed his plea after learning The Age would get details of the charge.
Daniel Billings was charged with stalking, rape and animal cruelty. Police said he’d threatened his former partner. There was no magistrate, so a registrar gave him bail.
Some believe mistakes in an MP’s personal life should not cost them their political careers. But such missteps are often red flags for poor judgment.
The average home buyer’s budget has been slashed by about 30 per cent over the past two years, but there’s little sign of house prices following suit.
Lifting the performance of the train fleet and rolling out a new timetable are among the challenges identified in a wide-ranging review.
Perth has recorded the largest increase in population over the past 20 years in Australia, while also clocking the highest portion of detached houses of any capital.
New research has reignited a debate about whether children should be screened for high levels of cholesterol, which is often inherited and can begin early.
We spoke to three veterans who were in the Australian Army, the Australian Navy and the RAF. The men have a combined age of 296 years.
Few of us know that hundreds of Australians fought and suffered in the British Royal Navy in World War II, only to be largely left out of their nation’s war history – until now.
From submarines to aged care, the government and opposition have grand plans. But neither know where the workers will be found for them.
When I saw a day roaming a World War I site on the itinerary, the word ‘boring’ came to mind. Now I think every Australian needs to visit it.
Our reviewers cast their eyes over the eight books you’re about to see everywhere.
The latest season of Heartbreak High is shining a light on asexuality and mismatched libidos.
The bestselling author went down a rabbit hole of research before taking it, emerging slimmer and with a book about the experience.
This Queensland island seems a likely candidate to revert to its original name, even if its current name does (unintentionally) seem fitting.
The pair met when Webber was just 20, with Stewart becoming a mentor, grandfather figure - and literal lifesaver.
Chris Minns has read a poem by Sydney Elliot Napier titled 'Salute', a tradition for NSW Premiers.
Nikita Tszyu remained undefeated, surviving a scare against Danilo Creati in a tough battle.
Five horses bolted and threw their riders while on their daily morning exercise in central London, leaving several people injured.
Prime Minister James Marape said the 1942 Kokoda campaign set a precedent for close military co-operation between the two nations.
Nationals leader David Littleproud has conceded turning to nuclear power would mean Australia misses its 2030 emissions reduction target.
In this new series, we get to know the people of Perth, their lives, and the issues that are important to them from love to marriage, parenthood, careers, achievements and more.
As Australia commemorates Anzac Day, we reflect on the sacrifices of those who have served, and the men and women who continue to put their lives on the line for our country.
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