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NDIS cannot be the dumping ground for criminals, sex predators: Shorten
NDIS Minister Bill Shorten will write to state governments demanding they start telling his agency when serious criminals are released from their jails. ⌘ Read more
Emergency crews rush to Cervantes over ‘suspected drowning’**
The RAC Rescue helicopter was dispatched to Corunna Road at 1.30pm. ⌘ Read more
Eels drop rising rookie in halves change ahead of make-or-break six-week stretch
Parramatta have dropped fan favourite Maika Sivo and youngster Blaize Talagi switched up their playmaking options as Mitchell Moses’ broke foot threatens to define their season. ⌘ Read more
Body of bushwalker who fell from waterfall discovered by police divers
The woman slipped and plunged down a cliff in the Southern Highlands, south of Sydney, triggering a three-day search by emergency services. ⌘ Read more
Municipal monitors called back to Geelong council ahead of mayoral elections
The state government has once again stepped in to appoint municipal monitors at Geelong, just three months after the term of the most recent oversight team ended. ⌘ Read more
How one of the world’s best-known rock songs started at a Melbourne pub and went viral 22 years later
A stunning re-imagining of the White Stripes rock classic Seven Nation Army sent soccer fans into a frenzy at the Melbourne A-League derby at the weekend. But did you know the song originated just a few hundred metres down the road at an iconic live music venue? ⌘ Read more
Judge sets fresh date for Lehrmann defamation decision
Federal Court Justice Michael Lee will deliver his decision on Monday in Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation case against Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. ⌘ Read more
Can a two-year ‘placeholder’ reform the Australian Defence Force?**
The Albanese government has opted for continuity over change and safety over boldness in its choice of a new Defence Force chief. ⌘ Read more
WA faces surging property prices as it falls short of Housing Accord target
Forecasts show without urgent supply-side reforms, every state in Australia is on track to miss their targets under the national accord. ⌘ Read more
‘Always in my corner’: Aussie ace addresses Open snub amid resurgence
Amid concerns of a vendetta against her, former national No.1 Arina Rodionova vows to cast the ordeal aside. ⌘ Read more
Three more parks investigated as asbestos reports continue to rise
The environmental regulator has revealed more reports of potential asbestos, this time in Williamstown, Altona and Sunshine West, with priority testing underway. ⌘ Read more
Trans woman sues over ban from app created as female-only ‘safe space’**
Roxanne Tickle says Giggle for Girls illegally discriminated on the grounds of gender identity after her access to the app was revoked in September 2021. ⌘ Read more
Stepfather accused of killing toddler to walk free
The man had been behind bars for more than two years awaiting trial until the prosecution dropped its case. ⌘ Read more
Auric primed for first gold processing campaign of 2024
Auric Mining will kick off its first milling campaign for 2024 with 40,000 tonnes of ore from its Jeffreys Find gold mine to begin toll treatment next week. ⌘ Read more
World of photos, April 10, 2024
The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors. ⌘ Read more
Unit 18 probationary guard given two hours’ notice before filling senior role, inquest told
The guard said a senior officer sat with her and showed her how to fill in a series of reports before leaving her to oversee detainees and staff for the night shift. ⌘ Read more
Lincoln spots multiple uranium targets on Eyre Peninsula
Lincoln Minerals will renew its hunt for uranium after historical data revealed a slew of uranium shows at several prospects in South Australia. ⌘ Read more
Ex-boyfriend of Hannah McGuire appears in court charged with her murder
Lachlan Young, 21, has faced McGuire’s devastated family in court after her body was found in a burnt-out car in bushland near Ballarat on Friday. ⌘ Read more
‘The scream was chilling’: Neighbours’ horror as man killed sister in front yard
Jason Raymond Patterson beat Jody James with a hatchet and rocks before setting her alight, believing she was possessed by a devil and part of the Illuminati. ⌘ Read more
Multimillion-dollar overhaul for WA children’s health services buckling under ‘unprecedented’ demand
In the past 10 years, referrals to Child Development Service paediatricians have risen by 132 per cent. ⌘ Read more
Doctor’s regret over treatment of toddler who died after being discharged
Paul Bumford told a coroner he was on his first locum shift at Wangaratta when he treated Noah Souvatzis and should have escalated his care to a more senior doctor. ⌘ Read more
Municipal monitors called back to Geelong council ahead of mayoral elections
The state government has once again stepped in to appoint municipal monitors at Geelong, just three months after the term of the most recent oversight team ended. ⌘ Read more
Albanese pressures Netanyahu as Hamas rejects Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal
Hamas said the latest Israeli ceasefire proposal it received from Qatari and Egyptian mediators did not meet any of the demands of Palestinian factions. ⌘ Read more
Minns orders review after $700,000 spent on police spin doctor payouts
The long list of senior media officers hired and fired under NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb has led the NSW premier to order a review into severance packages for senior bureaucrats. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Plibersek blocks Toondah Harbour development; Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Mining giants drive ASX higher; $A stronger
Mining giants have lifted the S&P/ASX 200, after US stock indexes held at a virtual standstill overnight as trading calmed after a whirlwind couple of days left them a bit shy of their records. ⌘ Read more
‘A pencil is not a weapon, but it can be’: What does Australia send to Israel?**
The government says Australia does not supply weaponry to Israel. Meanwhile, the Greens and human rights groups are campaigning to immediately stop military exports. So who is telling the truth? ⌘ Read more
Zerafa destroyed by crushing hit
Australia's Michael Zerafa suffered defeat at the hands of American Erislandy Lara in Las Vegas. ⌘ Read more
Why more people are investing in – and wearing – vintage fashion
Vintage fashion remains in high demand – with people wanting a slice of history as much as reducing the need for additional landfill. ⌘ Read more
Nation, split by Trump v Biden, comes together for moment that won’t return for 40 years
For almost four minutes there’s nothing but ethereal serenity. All I can see in the distance is the black silhouette of the moon surrounded by the pearly glow of the sun’s corona. ⌘ Read more
25 years since Occy conquered the world
Surfing icon Mark Occhilupo pulled off one of the greatest comebacks in Australian sports history in 1999. ⌘ Read more
Accused killer of 23-year-old Hannah McGuire faces her family in court
Lachlan Young, a 21-year-old from Ballarat, has been charged with murdering McGuire, whose body was found in a burnt-out car in bushland on Friday. ⌘ Read more
Man 'armed with scooter' arrested after deadly assault
A man believed to have been armed with a scooter is in police custody after a neighbourhood dispute turned deadly in the NSW Hunter Valley. ⌘ Read more
Latrell apologises for brain snap as Bunnies bank on speed and youth
Latrell Mitchell will not walk away from the Rabbitohs after fronting his teammates at training having copped a three-week ban from the disastrous loss to the Warriors. ⌘ Read more
Wighton bites back at Latrell questions
South Sydney recruit Jack Wighton refused to discuss his close friend Latrell Mitchell amid a firestorm of speculation. ⌘ Read more
It’s men’s rights v woke culture in Heartbreak High’s second season
It’s fast times at Hartley High as the gang get back together. But with all the partying, sex and scandal, how does anyone ever get any schoolwork done? ⌘ Read more
Forget FIFO – new mine near Perth would offer 500 DIDO jobs
Chalice Mining could have 500 local workers producing numerous metals needed for the energy transition, under plans currently with the EPA. ⌘ Read more
Face the future
Using 3D printing, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse restores function, appearance, and identity for head and neck cancer surgery patients. ⌘ Read more
The plan to save our drinking water without flooding Sydney
Premier Chris Minns was Labor’s shadow water minister when he first proposed lowering the capacity of Warragamba Dam. ⌘ Read more
Australia and AUKUS partners consider working with Japan
The AUKUS defence pact countries have signalled they want to work with Japan on future projects. ⌘ Read more
Thinking about using a mortgage broker? Here’s one thing you should always ask
One-in-five mortgage brokers did not write a single loan in the six months to March 2023 and could be out of touch with the market. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Plibersek blocks Toondah Harbour development; Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
From the Voice to the word, John Farnham tells his own story
At long last the singer, now free from cancer, is writing his memoir. ⌘ Read more
Welfare payments not keeping up with rising prices
Australians on welfare payments are unable to cover basic living costs, according to Anglicare Australia. ⌘ Read more
Ballarat murder accused faces court
Lachlan Young, 21, has appeared in Ballarat Magistrates Court on Tuesday morning charged with the murder of Hannah McGuire. ⌘ Read more
The chief of America’s biggest bank is worried. That’s bad news for all of us
Jamie Dimon is one of the most powerful people in the world. His annual letter to shareholders contains an alarming scenario. Australia would not be immune. ⌘ Read more
Solar eclipse blacks out United States, Canada and Mexico
Millions of people witness celestial spectacle as the moon passes in front of the sun. ⌘ Read more
Gaza ceasefire talks stall
Hamas says little prospect of Gaza ceasefire after peace talks in Cairo. ⌘ Read more
Councils were stripped of planning powers. This mayor wants to go further
Parramatta’s lord mayor says the state government was right to take away some planning powers – and local councils urgently need further reforms. ⌘ Read more
Remember Seinfeld’s controversial finale? Curb Your Enthusiasm has just fixed it
Did comedy mastermind Larry David engineer the perfect finale? Not quite. But it was pretty, pretty, pretty good. ⌘ Read more
‘A pencil is not a weapon, but it can be’: What does Australia send to Israel?**
The government says Australia does not supply weaponry to Israel. Meanwhile, the Greens and human rights groups are campaigning to immediately stop military exports. So who is telling the truth? ⌘ Read more
Concern asbestos was in contents of fire in Sydney's south-west
Emergency services suspect contents of rubbish fire at Rossmore was contaminated with asbestos. ⌘ Read more
Accused killer of 23-year-old Hannah McGuire faces her family in court
Lachlan Young, a 21-year-old from Sebastopol, appeared at the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning charged with murdering McGuire. ⌘ Read more
Trump’s abortion statement angers conservatives and gives Biden campaign a new target
In releasing his video the presumptive Republican presidential nominee tried to put to rest an issue widely seen as a general election liability. It hasn’t. ⌘ Read more
Trump’s statement on abortion angers conservatives and gives Biden campaign a new target
In releasing his video the presumptive Republican presidential nominee tried to put to rest an issue widely seen as a general election liability. It hasn’t. ⌘ Read more
Nation, split by Trump v Biden, comes together for moment that won’t return for 40 years
For almost four minutes there’s nothing but ethereal serenity. All I can see is in the distance is the black silhouette of the moon surrounded by the pearly glow of the sun’s corona. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Plibersek blocks Toondah Harbour development; Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane troll fined for ‘vile’ online ref abuse during World Cup
A Brisbane man has been fined $1000 and given a 12-month good behaviour bond for abusing a Rugby World Cup match official and his family. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Plibersek blocks Toondah Harbour development; Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Puppeteering and tiny tombstones? This festival has it all
From lurid family histories to Excel-lent stand-up, this year’s comedy festival is in full swing. Keep an eye on our ever-growing list of reviews here. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Toondah Harbour project set to be rejected out of concern for birds, bay
The project – which would have seen the construction of thousands of apartments – has been found to pose an unacceptable risk to “rare, unique and important” wetlands. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Australia takes on the world in an Olympic-year Lego challenge
Master builders from Germany, France, Denmark and the US will face off against Australian teams in the new season of the popular Lego Masters. ⌘ Read more
Gorry, Hunt in doubt for Olympics as Matildas prepare for ‘experimental’ friendly
Tony Gustavsson’s casualty ward is nearing double figures, and it remains unclear whether some first-choice starters will recover in time for Paris 2024. ⌘ Read more
Mining giants drive ASX higher; $A stronger
Mining giants have lifted the ASX200, after US stock indexes held at a virtual standstill overnight as trading calmed after a whirlwind couple of days left them a bit shy of their records. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
‘It’s so dark’: Millions watch as total solar eclipse races across North America
It was the continent’s biggest eclipse audience ever, with a couple of hundred million people living in or near the shadow’s path. ⌘ Read more
Rain lashes Melbourne as High Country welcomes first snow of year
Hundreds are without power in Melbourne and St Leonards as East Kew floods and trees fall across some eastern suburbs. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Plibersek blocks Toondah Harbour development; Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Uber ride-share rival Ola looks set to cancel its Perth operations
An Ola Rideshare driver told Radio 6PR that over the past six months the number of people in Perth using the app had been dwindling. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous teen’s death in detention avoidable: guard
An Indigenous teen’s death after he harmed himself in detention was a preventable tragedy, the corrections officer who found him in his cell has told an inquest. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest; Rising classroom resignations not full story
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
‘It’s so dark’: Millions watch as total solar eclipse races across North America
It was the continent’s biggest eclipse audience ever, with a couple of hundred million people living in or near the shadow’s path. ⌘ Read more
How Chloe Hayden made her recent wedding 'autism friendly'
Australian actor and advocate Chloe Hayden explains how she made her recent wedding 'autism friendly.' ⌘ Read more
Vice Admiral David Johnston the new Chief of Defence
Johnston, a naval officer who has been the nation’s second most senior military figure since 2018, will replace long-serving Defence Chief Angus Campbell in July. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Vice Admiral David Johnston the new Chief of Defence
Johnston, a former naval officer who has been the nation’s second most senior military figure since 2018, will replace long-serving Defence Chief Angus Campbell in July. ⌘ Read more
New Defence Force chief named
The federal government announced Vice Admiral David Johnston will become the new ADF chief. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Vice Admiral David Johnston the new Chief of Defence
Johnston, a former naval officer who has been the nation’s second most senior military figure since 2018, will replace long-serving Defence Chief Angus Campbell in July. ⌘ Read more
Ponga offers to fill Munster boots
Kalyn Ponga has offered to step in and play five-eighth for Queensland after Cameron Munster gave a grim injury update. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Brisbane News Live: Brisbane retirees the country’s youngest; Rising classroom resignations not full story
The latest news in and around Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: David Johnston announced as new Defence Chief; Japan’s inclusion in AUKUS considered
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dutton pushes back on special adviser appointment to Israel ; Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’**
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
‘Oh God, it’s so dark’: Millions watch as total solar eclipse races across North America
It was the continent’s biggest eclipse audience ever, with a couple of hundred million people living in or near the shadow’s path. ⌘ Read more
Why we should be begging Google to charge us
It could turn out to be the biggest change of strategy in the company’s 25-year history. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dutton pushes back on special adviser appointment to Israel ; Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’**
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
Race-by-race preview and tips for Tuesday meeting at Kembla Grange
Everything you need to make your selection for the NSW feature meeting. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dutton pushes back on special adviser appointment to Israel ; Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’**
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
From humble beginnings to Victoria’s most-loved regional hotel
Visitors to award-winning Lake House, now celebrating its 40th year, used to navigate there with a hand-drawn map mailed in the post. ⌘ Read more
Trump breaks silence on abortion
Former President Donald Trump said that abortion rights should be left to the states. ⌘ Read more
Fenerbahce players walk off in final
Turkish soccer club Fenerbahçe called for a "reset of Turkish football" before staging a walkout one minute into the Super Cup final against Galatasaray. ⌘ Read more
Australia news LIVE: Dutton pushes back on special adviser appointment to Israel ; Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’**
Dutton pushes back on PM appointing special adviser to Israel investigation, foreign policy guru believes Donald Trump will see AUKUS deal as ‘win-win’ and debate on supermarket code continues. ⌘ Read more
ASX set to rise as Wall Street treads water; $A stronger
US stock indexes held at a virtual standstill as trading calmed after a whirlwind couple of days left them a bit shy of their records. ⌘ Read more