Australia and Germany are deepening defence and security cooperation as concerns grow over Iran, Ukraine and instability in the Indo-Pacific.

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Toronto Police warn people to be vigilant, while councillor says awareness is key with these types of incidents on rise

Cost-saving measures to target the National Disability Insurance Scheme are likely to put responsibility back on families.

Letting pharmacists write medication scripts could save $1 billion in health costs and free up 10 million GP visits a year, a report has found.

US President Donald Trump warned that ‘ignorance or stupidity’ could derail peace efforts as Iran and Israel agreed to halt fresh attacks.

A powerful earthquake has left dozens dead, buildings damaged and tsunami warnings issued across parts of the Pacific.

When asked about the IDF’s occupation in Lebanon, a former Israeli general was blunt: “Is it going to last 10 years or more? I don’t know.”

Peter Laviolette had been in the Maple Leafs' sights but will become Kings boss, while Mike Babcock reportedly has interest from Oilers.