Women's safety advocates are hailing the government's domestic violence leave as the first step towards stamping out the issue

Spending fell almost 4% in December, with the cost of living being blamed, but retailers are playing down the figures

The AFL releases fixtures for pre-season practice matches

Cindy Williams, who played Shirley in 70's and 80's show "Laverne & Shirley," has died aged 75 - after a brief illness