There have been dozens of cases of artificial intelligence agents wrongfully accessing classified information beyond Australia’s Medicare hack, Anthony Albanese says.

Giving people the option to get rid of algorithmic social media feeds is not an attempt at political censorship, the prime minister says as he defends his latest round of reforms.

Frustrated farmers say they are absorbing significant climate change burdens while also being expected to clean up the mess created by emissions from coal and gas companies.

A second child has died and five others are injured after a horror single-car rollover.

Taxpayer-funded pay rises for childcare workers could continue for another three years as an extension of the measure returns to parliament for debate.

Family members of Australians still missing in Nepal are seeking answers as search efforts continue.

Summer heat is due to arrive early across much of eastern Australia with expected high temperatures and a total fire ban for one major city.

Australians underestimate just how transformative artificial intelligence will be, says a high-profile futurist who’s bringing her investing prowess to local shores.

Australia cannot rely on consent education alone to combat sexual violence, the leader of a key round-table has warned.

A CFMEU delegate is among three people arrested as part of an investigation into alleged drug trafficking on construction sites.

Four in five Australians believe government should deliver social services directly, but a majority no longer think politicians serve their interests.

Making cigarettes cheaper and removing economic incentives for organised crime to peddle illicit tobacco is a “no brainer”, according to an economist.