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Star Entertainment Group fined $100 million over casino breaches, given 12 months to 'get their house in order'
Queensland's Attorney-General Shannon Fentiman announces the penalties two months after she found the gambling giant unsuitable to hold a casino licence in Queensland, following a major report. ⌘ Read more
Tomatoes can cost $17 a kilo in this remote town, but a new supermarket is shaking things up
Normanton's new Indigenous-owned shopping centre can outlast cyclones, runs on solar energy and has been created to ensure the survival of some of the most remote communities in northern Queensland. ⌘ Read more
WA growers have just started picking cherries, but say there will be plenty around for Christmas
The bulk of Western Australia's locally grown cherries are set to arrive just in time for Christmas, with cooler weather delaying this year's cherry harvest. ⌘ Read more
Chinese nationals living in Sydney allegedly used dating apps to swindle US$100m in global scam
Police say four Chinese nationals living in Sydney are behind an alleged scam which raked in millions from unsuspecting investors, mostly targeting victims in the US. ⌘ Read more
'My government continues to support a cable car': Rockliff's letter to cable car boss
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff says he would be "pleased" to receive an updated kunanyi/Mt Wellington cable car proposal after the company behind the project hit a major snag in the state's planning tribunal. ⌘ Read more
Police union hits back at ACT's top prosecutor after he criticised officers' actions during Bruce Lehrmann trial
ACT Director of Public Prosecutions Shane Drumgold draws the ire of the Australian Federal Police Association after his letter criticising police actions in the now-abandoned trial of Bruce Lehrmann was made public. ⌘ Read more
A dream of creating champions on Samoan soil has created some of the world's best weightlifters
Samoan weightlifting coach Jerry Wallwork's dream of creating champions on Samoan soil is a success and now his lifters are the best south of the equator ⌘ Read more
'Boy in the box' victim identified nearly 66 years after body found in US woodlands
Nearly 66 years after the battered body of a young boy was found stuffed inside a cardboard box, Philadelphia police say they have finally identified the victim in the city's most notorious cold case. ⌘ Read more
A new study is shining a light on the psychological toll everyday racism is having on Indigenous Australians
Research from the Australian National University finds that eliminating everyday discrimination could halve the burden of psychological distress among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults ⌘ Read more
US politicians pass bill protecting same-sex, interracial marriages
The US House of Representatives gives final approval to legislation protecting same-sex marriages, a monumental step in a decades-long battle for nationwide recognition. ⌘ Read more
AFL warned it may have missed the boat on potential US imports
Only one US woman — Danielle Marshall — has cracked the AFLW, with player agents saying the talent gap is now too large for other Americans to join the ranks. ⌘ Read more
Soaring flood insurance premiums shock desert residents as mapping discrepancy blamed
Alice Springs residents in suburbs not traditionally considered flood zones are faced with increases of more than $6,000, as the Insurance Council calls for a centralised database of flood maps. ⌘ Read more
AJ tried to find eating disorder treatment but was told he 'didn't meet the criteria'
Eating disorders are commonly seen as a "rich white woman's issue". But First Nations Australians are more at risk, and many are not accessing treatment. ⌘ Read more
Man charged with murder of woman after body found in South Fremantle harbour
Homicide detectives charge a 21-year-old man with murder after the body of a young woman was found in a harbour off South Fremantle in Perth last weekend. ⌘ Read more
New fishing permit system to be introduced 14 years after High Court's Blue Mud Bay decision
The Northern Land Council will allow recreational fishers to continue to access remote Aboriginal waters under a new permit system set to take effect from next month, however some popular fishing areas will remain off limits for now. ⌘ Read more
Do you take your dog for a walk at lunchtime in the middle of summer? Vets are urging you to think again
It doesn't have to be a heatwave to think about what's happening to your dog's feet. Vets say burned paws happen more frequently than you'd expect, but it's under-reported. ⌘ Read more
With a heatwave in town, Noel knows he should find shelter, but often he has to settle for a shady tree
An heat emergency has been declared in the Northern Territory, with residents advised to stay stay inside and keep cool, but people sleeping rough often don't have that luxury. ⌘ Read more
Inside Shalom House: Christian rehab facility invites critics to scrutinise facilities ahead of women's centre move
Controversial rehabilitation centre Shalom House invites critics to scrutinise its facilities, amid community concerns over the proposed location for its new residential quarters. ⌘ Read more
Mexico president says Peru's Pedro Castillo was going to request asylum
Mexico's President says Peru's ousted leader had called him to say he was going to the Mexican embassy to request asylum before he was arrested. ⌘ Read more
Early childhood education report finds investing in children's early years has advantages decades on
A new federal government review shows just how critical the emotional and educational experiences of early childhood education are for children's futures. ⌘ Read more
Charlie Pickering to present Friday Breakfast on ABC Radio Melbourne
The comedian will present ABC Radio Melbourne's Breakfast program on Fridays next year, with Sammy J returning for the Monday to Thursday shows. ⌘ Read more
Veteran Santa's secrets for keeping magic alive after 30 years of 'ho, ho, ho'
After a difficult few years due to the pandemic, Santa photos are back. But there's a knack to getting the perfect shot — and it involves yak hair. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to open higher, global stocks rise on hope of revived China demand
The Australian share market is likely to start the day higher, tracking gains on Wall Street, while oil prices continue to fall on fears of a global economic slowdown. ⌘ Read more
Australian fast bowler urges more men to consider sperm donation
For Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt, the birth of daughter Rylee — conceived via a sperm donation — has changed her outlook on her life and career, with the family now thriving. ⌘ Read more
Harry and Meghan's Netflix doco triggers war of words over missed email to palace
Buckingham Palace remains silent amid claims and counterclaims that no members of the royal family or royal household were approached for comment by the producers of the new documentary on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. ⌘ Read more
Bradfield Scheme dead in the water, but Queensland government promises water security
A decades-long vision to drought-proof arid western Queensland has been abandoned by the state government after an expert review declared it completely unviable. ⌘ Read more
'Listen to us': Speaking up at Victoria's first Indigenous truth-telling inquiry
Yoorrook Justice Commission hears testimonies about systemic injustice in Victoria ahead of a meeting of state and territory attorneys-general to discuss the criminal age of responsibility. ⌘ Read more
'It's just so chaotic right now': Relaxing COVID-19 rules in China met with joy, frustration and apprehension
People's happiness at China's COVID-19 restrictions finally relaxing has been tinged with frustration and some apprehension about what it could mean for the country's elderly. ⌘ Read more
This week's news quiz has a Tasmanian devil revelation, a World Cup controversy, and Australia's most Googled phrase
The year is almost over, so there are only a few more weeks in which to beat your news quiz high score for 2022. ⌘ Read more
Jailing activists won't stop protests. This is what will
If New South Wales wants to stop climate protests, they'd be better off ramping down fossil fuel production and lifting climate targets than jailing protesters. ⌘ Read more
The underlying causes of long COVID remain elusive — but here's the list of possibilities
It's a question that's tantalised researchers since the first reports of "long haulers" back in 2020: what causes long COVID? ⌘ Read more
Jamie will make his third career change in 2023 and this time he'll be a teacher
A program placing people who want to change careers is being employed in New South Wales from next year, in a move that's hoped will help with the state's teacher shortage — but the teachers' union isn't convinced. ⌘ Read more
Growing up with three generations at home wasn't always easy. Here's why it was worth the tricky times
Growing up in a three-generation household threw up some challenges, but following a pecking order — and knowing when to push back against it — helped. ⌘ Read more
'Stop executing our friends': Pleas for help after students set to be executed in Myanmar
Across Australia and Asia, young people have been chanting on the streets and scrawling a simple message on the palms of their hands, protesting against the recent death sentences imposed on 10 Myanmar people, including seven university students. ⌘ Read more
Second wave of arrests expected after German police intercept alleged coup plot
German authorities say the number of people suspected to have taken part on a plot to overthrow the government stands at 54 and more arrests are expected to come. ⌘ Read more
Teary Celine Dion cancels 2023 tour as she reveals rare medical diagnosis
The 54-year-old singer says the condition, which impacts 1 in one million people has stopped her from being able to sing the way she is used to. ⌘ Read more
Was Harry or Meghan late to their first date? Here's what we learned from episode one of the Harry & Meghan documentary
Through the lens of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, the six-episode series reveals "a vulnerable look" into their time in British royalty, according to the streaming giant. ⌘ Read more
Authorities investigating reports of Twitter offices being turned into bedrooms
Photos shared by the BBC show double beds, slippers, and a new washing machine for staff to wash clothes at work. ⌘ Read more
Iran executes protester convicted of knife attack amid crackdown on ongoing unrest
Iranian authorities call on the justice system to take a tough stance against those accused of "crimes against the security of the nation". ⌘ Read more
Former Wirecard CEO faces trial over biggest fraud case in German history
The head of the disgraced payment company, Markus Braun, faces charges of embezzling billions of dollars, and could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. ⌘ Read more
Young woman facing possible foot amputation following COVID and heart ordeal
Within 24 hours, a young Adelaide couple went from a relaxing Bali holiday to a hospital ordeal when, after they both tested positive for COVID, one of them developed chest pains and was rushed to hospital. ⌘ Read more
AFL ditches white shorts for female players to combat ‘period stigma’**
The uniform change — which will take effect in the AFLW next season — is designed to eliminate performance anxiety faced by players during their menstrual cycles. ⌘ Read more
North Korean-backed hackers exploited Seoul crush to distribute malware, Google says
Google threat analysts say hackers embedded malware in documents which purported to be a government report on the Halloween crush in Seoul, which killed over 150 people. ⌘ Read more
Report shows 69 children known to Queensland's child protection system died in 12 months
A report finds 69 children who were known to the child protection system died between 2021 and 2022, an increase from 53 children the year before. ⌘ Read more
South Sudanese refugees come to Australia seeking peace. But some are struggling with their mental health
Depression and mental illness are having fatal consequences in Melbourne's South Sudanese community – and leaders say the issue is worsening. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne youth pride celebration postponed due to safety concerns after protest threat
An end-of-year pride celebration for LGBTQIA+ youth in St Kilda has been suddenly postponed after the council became aware of a protest threat. ⌘ Read more
'They were told to do it': Warner's manager makes explosive ball-tampering claims
David Warner's manager alleges Cricket Australia officials gave players permission to tamper with the ball some 16 months before the 2018 Cape Town scandal. ⌘ Read more
SA-made movies to show at Sundance Film Festival
South Australian-made Run Rabbit Run and Talk to Me are among four Australian films that will be shown at the prestigious festival. ⌘ Read more
Renewables providers to be paid to ensure stable electricity supply
Renewable energy providers will be paid to ensure stable, reliable power supply in a scheme signed on to by the states ahead of worsening forecasts of price spikes and blackouts in the year ahead. ⌘ Read more
Melissa Caddick's luxury goods sell for $860k at auctions
Receivers say auction sales show strong interest in Ms Caddick's personal belongings, particularly her Canturi jewellery, but the amount represents only a small part of what investors are owed. ⌘ Read more
This wind farm just got approved — but on the condition it shuts down for 5 months of the year due to parrots
A wind farm proposal in Tasmania is given the green light — but under the condition it doesn't operate for almost half the year, so as not to interfere with the annual migration of a parrot species. ⌘ Read more
Water Minister Dave Kelly resigns from WA cabinet at request of Premier
Dave Kelly says Mark McGowan asked him to step down to allow for renewal, particularly in the interests of getting more women into cabinet. ⌘ Read more
Fishing crew member airlifted off boat on Great Australian Bight in 1000km rescue mission
A helicopter crew has evacuated an injured worker from a fishing trawler off WA's south coast, in huge 12-hour logistical effort involving three fuel stops. ⌘ Read more
Kidnapper 'disgusted' in herself for stabbing friend and stuffing her in car boot
A young mother involved in the stabbing and kidnapping of her friend tells a court the victim "didn't deserve that", as she faces sentencing. ⌘ Read more
Former crown prosecutor loses Supreme Court appeal over fine for Nazi salute to German man
Former crown prosecutor Tony Jacobs loses an appeal against an order for him to pay a man of German origin $500 for giving him the Nazi salute and saying "heil Hitler" during a row over the use of a lift. ⌘ Read more
'It's an easy one for me': Why Nick Kyrgios may never play Davis Cup again
Nick Kyrgios has not represented Australia in Davis Cup play for three years and is not sure if he ever will again. Find out why. ⌘ Read more
Developer behind Sydney's cracking apartments has building licence revoked
Controversial property developer Jean Nassif has been suspended from holding a building licence in NSW for 10 years, while the building licence of his company, Toplace, has been permanently revoked. ⌘ Read more
How a choir of young First Nations girls is reviving hopes for a threatened language
A group of school children will perform Archie Roach's song Took the Children Away in the endangered Central Australian language of Pertame this month, at the singer's state memorial in Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
What we know about the alleged far-right coup plot in Germany
German authorities say they have dismantled a far-right plot to overthrow the government. Here's what we know about the intended coup. ⌘ Read more
December not looking much warmer in Melbourne, with another cool spell forecast next week
After what finally felt like summer conditions on Sunday, Melbournians stepped outside today to bitterly cold winds, showers and even some small, winter-like hail. ⌘ Read more
Department for Child Protection social worker gives evidence at inquest into baby's death
A social worker has told an inquest in Adelaide into the death of a baby who had been living in squalor that there was no information to raise alarm bells about the situation, despite multiple prior notifications about poor living conditions. ⌘ Read more
Report finds Russian forces killed 441 civilians in first weeks of Ukraine war
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights says the number of people killed in Ukraine between February and April is likely much higher than what has been reported. ⌘ Read more
Coroner slams 'unacceptable and avoidable delays' ahead of six-year-old's outback hospital death
Austin Facer had a heart attack at school on the morning of October 21, 2019 and was rushed to hospital. After waiting close to 12 hours for a transfer to a larger facility, he died of a second cardiac arrest. ⌘ Read more
'No justice' for Bali bombing survivors after terrorist's release
The West Australian seaside town of Busselton remains deeply affected by the Bali bombings — and the release of Umar Patek has been a terrible reminder. ⌘ Read more
Behind bars no longer — Charity rescues Albania's last restaurant bear
The practice of keeping caged bears outside Albanian restaurants to attract and amuse guests comes to an end, with a charity transferring the last bear to a sanctuary in Austria. ⌘ Read more
'I'm going to get you': Residents at unit complex where body was found report hearing heated arguments
A resident of an Alderley unit complex where a body was discovered says he heard heated arguments, including "somebody making threats". ⌘ Read more
Win for families as crucial respite care for WA children with complex needs set to reopen
Two years after it was closed '"for good", Lady Lawley Cottage in Perth's western suburbs will reopen and start offering early intervention and therapy services from April. ⌘ Read more
Bones 'which appear to be human' unearthed in middle of regional city
Bones believed to be human have been uncovered by workers digging in a street in the middle of Port Lincoln on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. ⌘ Read more
Police hunt underway for a man who attempted to sexually assault a child at home in Darwin
Police are seeking information from the public after a man allegedly attempted to sexually assault a primary school-aged child inside a home in Palmerston yesterday afternoon. ⌘ Read more
Australia vs West Indies live scorecard, second Test
Live scores from the second Test between Australia and West Indies at Adelaide Oval. ⌘ Read more
Urgent court hearing scheduled as legal action launched on behalf of WA children held in adult prison
The Aboriginal Legal Service takes the WA government to court again over what it says is the illegal and inhumane detention of children, claiming its attempts to raise the issue have fallen on deaf ears. ⌘ Read more
Canberra man gives graphic account of workplace accident when his leg was crushed by a forklift
Matthew Thompson's leg was broken in six places while he was working in the yard at Capitol Chilled Foods in 2021. ⌘ Read more
Murder charge laid over Perth car park assault that left pregnant mother dead
Homicide detectives upgrade the charge against a teenager over the death of Diane Miller, who was struck in the head by a piece of concrete while sitting in her car in Karawara. WARNING: This story contains the image and name of an Indigenous person who has died ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia looks to seal series over West Indies at Adelaide Oval
Pat Cummins-less Australia takes on the West Indies at Adelaide Oval, looking to wrap up the series in the pink ball, day-night Test. Follow all the action in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide mother pleads not guilty to attempted murder of sons
An Adelaide mother accused of stabbing her two sons on the North-South Motorway at Wingfield pleads not guilty to two counts of attempted murder. ⌘ Read more
Mum who helped son flee country to avoid drug charges is released from jail
A Mackay woman described as an "enabler" admits to helping her son flee the country to avoid serious drug charges, but will not spend any more time in jail. ⌘ Read more
Proposed 'resort' for FIFO mine workers divides opinion in the Pilbara
Mineral Resources says its proposed 500-bed, high-end workers camp in Onslow will help drive cultural change, but locals are far from convinced. ⌘ Read more
Newly discovered legless lizard prompts action against mine expansion
Members of a Hunter Valley environmental group say they feel like "hobbits taking on a big action" ahead of a legal challenge involving mining giant MACH Energy. ⌘ Read more
Chimp family in mourning after beloved mum's sudden death from mystery illness
Holly, 34, was bred for circus work and had to "learn to be a chimp again" after she arrived at Rockhampton Zoo. She leaves behind a young son, a daughter, and their dad. ⌘ Read more
More K'gari (Fraser Island) land handed back to traditional owners, but push to see the name changed
From sand mining to bushfires, the world’s largest sand island has endured a lot since it was added to the World Heritage List 30 years ago. But this celebration is about more than an anniversary. ⌘ Read more
'I was made that way': Self-confessed Canberra child molester sentenced to jail
Christopher Cooksley, a 72-year-old who had fostered about 300 boys, will serve at least three years in prison for abusing a boy he first met at a service station. ⌘ Read more
After losing 17-year-old Breah to an asthma attack, her family want her 'voice' to raise awareness
Breah Elvins lost her life in an asthma attack during February. Now her family is highlighting the seriousness of the lung condition while calling for better access to healthcare in regional NSW. ⌘ Read more
From breaking a leg while walking a dog, to an injury during sex on a work trip: What qualifies for workers' compensation?**
Workers' compensation law can be a complex, somewhat headline-grabbing beast — so what makes one case succeed where another one doesn't? ⌘ Read more
Mangoes set to be the fruit of summer as prices plummet
Farmers say mango prices have plummeted in the past week because of an overlap of supply from key growing regions. ⌘ Read more
Elizabeth Holmes's former partner Ramesh Balwani given longer prison sentence over Theranos hoax
A judge sentences former Theranos executive Ramesh "Sunny" Balwani to nearly 13 years in prison for his role in the company's blood-testing scam. ⌘ Read more
Kyiv preparing for 'apocalypse' scenario, mayor says, as Belarus moves troops
The capital's mayor says the situation could become dire during the cold winter, urging residents to prepare emergency supplies of food, water and clothes and to be ready for a quick departure. ⌘ Read more
Australia set to have a new 'tough cop on the beat' to enforce environmental laws and 'restore confidence'
The federal government has committed to a landmark overhaul of Australia's environment laws in a move Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek says will reverse the decline of Australia's environment. ⌘ Read more
Flying Doctor to take over regional GP clinics in push for more preventative care
The charity will take on pre-existing medical practices for the first time, one in Gilgandra and the other in Warren. ⌘ Read more
How a tiny peacock spider and its friends are proving key to habitat renewal
Innovative leaf litter transplants tested on regional Victorian cattle farms are giving revegetation projects a much-needed boost. ⌘ Read more
'It was like lotto': Commentators share their stories of listening to the cricket on the radio
From tuning in to the ABC from India to makeshift coverage via mobile phone, commentators share their stories of Grandstand's cricket coverage. ⌘ Read more
Taliban carry out first public execution since Afghan takeover
The execution of a murderer, carried out with an assault rifle by the victim's father, underscores the Taliban's intentions to continue implementing hard-line policies. ⌘ Read more
One of Australia's largest coal producers abandons $1.5 billion mine proposal
Glencore says its Valeria coal project is now under review, citing concerns around global uncertainty and a commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050. ⌘ Read more
Boys from elite Sydney high school expelled for 'assault' and humiliating younger students
Six students from Waverley College in Sydney's eastern suburbs have been expelled for bullying which the school says included assaults and humiliation. ⌘ Read more
Streaming services lap up 'authentic' film settings in regional Queensland towns
The rural town of Jandowae didn't need many changes this week to transform the 1980s setting of Netflix's eight-part adaptation of Boy Swallows Universe. ⌘ Read more
'Santa has to come': Meet the Christmas elves bringing presents to the flood-hit kids of Moulamein**
Two Melbourne grandparents are on a mission to buy every child from a flood-affected town in regional NSW a present, so they "know they're not forgotten" this Christmas. ⌘ Read more
'Not your average poppy': Illegal seeds pulled from gift shop at botanical gardens
The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is urging customers who bought restricted poppy seeds from its gift shop to return them, after realising it was selling the prohibited product following recent raids on a Hobart flower farm. ⌘ Read more
As WA's fishing industry grapples with new rules, is eco-tourism the way forward?**
Abrolhos Islands tour operator Jay Cox says the industry needs to look at ways to diversify after some of the biggest changes to regulations in more than a decade. ⌘ Read more
Echuca residents frustrated by levee 'mess' as floodwater dries
Residents want a 2.5km levee taken down almost two months after it was built to stop flooding in Echuca. ⌘ Read more
Online auction offers opportunity for a stake in some of the world's most beautiful islands
The Widi Reserve is a stunning, currently uninhabited archipelago in eastern Indonesia consisting of about 100 islands in a 315,000-hectare Marine Protected Area. ⌘ Read more
South-east Queensland gets hit by 250,000 lightning strikes ahead of scorching afternoon
South-east Queenslanders wake to an intense electric storm — which cut electricity to tens of thousands of home, as BOM forecasts extreme heat later today. ⌘ Read more