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Treasurer says energy market intervention is working to provide household relief
Treasurer Jim Chalmers tells ABC Insiders the federal government's intervention is putting downward pressure on electricity prices, and inflation remains the economy's greatest challenge. ⌘ Read more
Tributes flow for US actor Cody Longo, dead at age 34
Former colleagues and fans express their heartbreak in a flurry of tweets for the actor, known for his roles in "Days of Our Lives"" and "Hollywood Heights" ⌘ Read more
'Formidable' Aussies tipped to dominate Women's T20 World Cup group stage
After crushing New Zealand in its opening match, defending champion Australia is considered a heavy favourite to reach the knock-out phase in South Africa. ⌘ Read more
Nearly 24,000 homes to built across Adelaide under land release plans
The South Australian government hopes its land release package will improve housing affordability in the state. ⌘ Read more
NSW Labor promises to cap weekly toll bill at $60 if elected in March
The opposition says tolls are out of control, and they represent a secret tax for hundreds of thousands of people that live west of Parramatta. ⌘ Read more
People in Rubi’s home country have been executed for supporting democracy. She still fears for her family
The military coup in Myanmar two years ago may feel like a world away for many, but for the country's migrant community in Australia, the reality of conflict and oppression remains close to home. ⌘ Read more
Large grassfire burning between Wee Jasper and Yass that destroyed an old cottage likely started by lightning
The blaze, which authorities were alerted to on Saturday afternoon, has burnt through more than 2,000 hectares and destroyed an old cottage north-west of the ACT. ⌘ Read more
Owners should pay if houses stay empty, new alliance says, as push begins to address rent crisis
A new alliance of community organisations is pushing for a levy to be paid by owners if houses are not occupied, as a means of addressing Tasmania's rental crisis, pointing to Vancouver, Canada, as an example of a similar measure working. ⌘ Read more
After feeling hopeless, Perth’s Turkish and Syrian communities have rallied to support people back home
Donations flood in to fill shipping containers being sent to Türkiye to help those affected by the devastating earthquake, as sanctions complicate relief efforts. ⌘ Read more
The water is receding from the Kimberley floods — but painful memories will take a long time to wash away
As one-in-one-hundred-year floodwaters in the north of WA recede, the full extent of the damage and physical and emotional impacts on northern industries are being laid bare. ⌘ Read more
Snowy 2.0: This hole is above a stuck tunnel boring machine
One of the three tunnel boring machines working on Australia's biggest renewable energy project, Snowy 2.0, is stuck. ⌘ Read more
A new era begins for star Knights recruit Jackson Hastings and 'the coolest bloke in the world'
With Jackson Hastings and Kalyn Ponga both at a crossroads in their NRL careers, the duo will look to spark a revival in Newcastle as the club's new-look halves combination. ⌘ Read more
Victoria's Asylum Seeker Resource Centre says it could be forced to close within weeks
One of Victoria's biggest charities, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre says it's at risk of going under after public donations fell by 45 per cent over the past year. ⌘ Read more
Clean-up begins after Norfolk Island spared worst of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle's winds
High winds down trees but damage is "manageable" as Norfolk Island begins clean-up after Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle. ⌘ Read more
Time for drag kings to ascend to the heady level of drag queens?**
Drag king Anastasia Beasley says they are at their most confident when they are at their most extravagant. ⌘ Read more
Ireland down France in epic Six Nations duel between top-two ranked rugby sides ahead of Rugby World Cup
Ireland and France play out a gripping Six Nations encounter in Dublin between the top two ranked men's sides, seven months out from the Rugby World Cup, and the men in green get the win. ⌘ Read more
The tiny community radio station that helped save Braidwood from fire becomes platform for new podcast
A community radio station in the NSW country town of Braidwood staffed by exhausted volunteers became a lifeline for residents through the black summer bushfires. ⌘ Read more
Harry Styles, Wet Leg lead Brit Awards 2023 nominations as gender-neutral categories spark concern
An all-male Artist of the Year nominee list irks the music industry in the second year of the Brit Awards having two gender-neutral categories. ⌘ Read more
Stephanie-Rose's health care travel costs are $600 per trip. She fears that's impacting her son
Stephanie-Rose Kerr needs regular treatment for autoimmune diseases but says she won't bother with the small subsidy for the 500-kilometre round trip because it's not worth the effort. Doctors agree the travel scheme is not accessible for all rural patients and health outcomes may worsen for some. ⌘ Read more
Why more people are using subtitles to watch TV
If you're not hearing impaired and find yourself switching on the subtitles while watching a movie or TV show in your own language, you're not alone. ⌘ Read more
How this Brisbane homeowner got her $18,000 flood insurance bill reduced by 70 per cent
Tfer Newsome's flood-proofed home has been featured in ads for her insurer — which is why she was so surprised to get a $18,000 renewal. ⌘ Read more
Kimberley had an ovarian cyst removed at 22. It took eight more years for her to be diagnosed with endometriosis
Despite growing awareness of the condition, many women wait years to be diagnosed with endometriosis. As campaigners fight for better treatment for those suffering the painful condition, research could lead to speedier diagnoses. ⌘ Read more
Regional Victorians in housing stress, pushing some out of their communities
Living in regional Victoria is becoming increasingly unaffordable as housing demand exceeds supply ⌘ Read more
On a Friday, Tess's crop was worth $400k. Three days later it was worthless
It has been three months since record-breaking flooding in central west NSW peaked, but for many farmers the heartache is far from over. ⌘ Read more
Is there a better way to kill inflation than raising interest rates?**
Instead of raising interest rates to kill spending, there are more creative ways to manage inflation, writes Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
All you need to know for Super Bowl LVII
Everything you need to know about Superbowl LVII as the Eagles meet the Chiefs and two brothers go head-to-head for the first time in the NFL's game of games. ⌘ Read more
'End this nightmare': Fixes for Mascot Towers fiasco by major parties don't go far enough, owners say
NSW Liberals and the opposition pledge to help residents of the defect-plagued building, but for owner Rachael Williams it has taken too long and she is calling on the government to "fix what you've created". ⌘ Read more
'Science is saying her guilt can't be proven': International scientists eye overturning Australian murder convictions
A second judicial inquiry is due to resume tomorrow after hearing expert evidence that found baby killer Kathleen Folbigg and two of her children had the same genetic mutation. ⌘ Read more
'You can't pretend it doesn't exist': Why Kate has vowed not to buy a new piece of clothing this year
Like millions of other Australians, Kate Hulett made a new year's resolution. Hers is to not buy a single item of clothing in 2023. ⌘ Read more
This program is helping people learn to drive, but their biggest challenge is meeting demand
Uniting's Driver Licensing Access Program matches volunteer trainers with learner drivers who may not be able to get their hours up otherwise. ⌘ Read more
India got inside Australia's head's in Nagpur, and now have a clear ascendancy in the series
India have struck a huge psychological blow on Australia after the dominant innings and 132 run victory in Nagpur. But now they have the blueprint, Australia has to expect another trial by spin in Delhi. ⌘ Read more
88 hours buried in rubble: Just moments before an excavator plunged towards Suleyman, he cried out
With still far too few rescuers in the quake zone and a faltering government response, survival for those buried alive now depends on a stroke of luck. ⌘ Read more
Wagner boss says Russia could take years to capture east Ukraine regions
In a rare interview, the man dubbed "Putin's chef" and head of Russia's Wagner mercenary group says it could take years for Moscow to control two eastern Ukrainian regions it has claimed as its own. ⌘ Read more
How a kid from Alice Springs got to have a hit with Ash Barty at the Australian Open
As Melbourne struggled through a heatwave at this year's Australian Open, this ballkid from the outback was in his element. ⌘ Read more
Australia's first lesbian divorce play invites you to laugh at the institution of marriage
In the wake of the same-sex marriage postal survey in 2017, theatre maker and writer Maeve Marsden wrote a play about a lesbian couple splitting up. ⌘ Read more
How young is too young for Tik Tok or Instagram?**
The US surgeon general says 13 is "too early" to be on social media. But an expert on parenting and digital media cautions against a "one-size-fits-all" approach, writes Catherine Page Jeffery. ⌘ Read more
First Nations people speak words that white ears hear differently
In a year when Indigenous Australians are seeking a Voice to Parliament, it would be good if we could actually speak to each other, writes Stan Grant. ⌘ Read more
'Feels like we're in a worse place than 20 years ago': Bikini Kill on feminism, social media and the overturning of Roe v Wade
In 2023, Bikini Kill will return to Australia for the first time since 1997. Kathleen Hanna, Tobi Vail and Kathi Wilcox reflect on what's changed since then, and why the band "wouldn't have lasted more than a few months" in the social media age. ⌘ Read more
T20 World Cup live: Australia kicks off title defence against New Zealand in South Africa
Australia's women's team starts its defence of the Twenty20 world title with a group-stage clash against New Zealand at Boland Park in Paarl. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
'Disaster caused by shoddy construction': Experts blame Türkiye's poor building code compliance
Türkiye's lax enforcement in modern construction codes, which experts in geology and engineering have long warned about, is gaining renewed scrutiny in the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes. ⌘ Read more
Aussies vow to be 'a little bit brave' against India's spinners after Nagpur thrashing
After being humbled by an innings and 32 runs in the first Test, Australia captain Pat Cummins admits his side needs to change its batting approach to get on top of India's spinners. ⌘ Read more
What it looked like on Norfolk Island in destructive Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle's direct path
Norfolk Island has been cut off from almost all access and communications as Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle passes. Here's what it looks like on the ground. ⌘ Read more
Selwyn Cobbo hattrick hands Indigenous All Stars victory over Māori All Stars
Nicho Hynes was named Preston Campbell Medallist as best afield as the Indigenous All Stars defeated the Māori All Stars 28-24 in the NRL marquee match. ⌘ Read more
Qantas cites 'engineering reasons' for Darwin to Alice Springs flight turn back
Qantas flight QF1960 spent more than an hour circling in the air before returning to the Darwin Airport, according on a passenger on board. ⌘ Read more
NSW parliamentary inquiry takes 'very serious' step of requiring NSW premier's brothers to give evidence to Hills Shire Council inquiry
The premier's brothers and two others were issued with the legal summons after they failed to respond to invitations to give evidence to the inquiry, in what the committee's chair Sue Higginson describes as a coordinated attempt to avoid scrutiny. ⌘ Read more
Have you caught the green comet yet? Here are some photos to get you inspired
The clock is ticking – February 11 is your last best chance to catch the sphere-shaped spectacle in Australia. ⌘ Read more
Māori Ferns prevail against Indigenous All Stars in thriller
The Māori Ferns are worthy winners of the first All Stars match played on New Zealand soil, triumphing 16-12 in Rotorua. ⌘ Read more
'All of us were in tears': Female surfboat crew completes 320km Bass Strait crossing
After seven days of "sore backs and sore bums" an all-female surfboat crew is celebrating with hot showers after rowing 320 kilometres across Bass Strait. ⌘ Read more
Three ousted South Australian mayors identified as costs set to mount for small councils
The mayors of Prospect, Whyalla and Tumby Bay have lost their jobs because they did not submit forms disclosing donations to their election campaigns, as the cost of holding by-elections in 36 councils — most of them outside of Adelaide — is set to mount. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australia aims to curb India's run-scoring on day three of the first Test
Australia is facing an uphill task to stay in contention in the first Test against India in Nagpur, desperate to bowl out the hosts quickly before facing a tough batting test on a wearing pitch. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'A good hard look at rock bottom': Nat Fyfe reveals mental health battle
Dual Brownlow Medallist and outgoing Fremantle Dockers Captain Nat Fyfe admits he suffered from anxiety and depression as he struggled to overcome a horror run of injuries. ⌘ Read more
Fatal crash in South Australia south-east as instant loss of licence drug-driving laws come in
Another person dies on South Australia's roads, adding to the horror start to the year, while SA Police have new powers to take licences away from drivers detected using drugs. ⌘ Read more
Coroner calls for changes after Australian National University student's suicide
A coronial inquest has urged mental-health authorities and university staff to cooperate more closely after a young student killed himself on campus in 2018. ⌘ Read more
King Charles III's coronation emblem created by ex-Apple designer behind iPhone
The official emblem of King Charles III's coronation is unveiled, with the design created by Apple's former chief designer, who helped create the iPhone, iMac and iPad. ⌘ Read more
Long-term bush recovery at stake as fire burns through UNESCO-listed biosphere
A Western Australian botanists says some native plants in the Fitzgerald River National Park are not rejuvenating from historical bushfires, and believes more research is required into the impact of all fires, including prescribed burns. ⌘ Read more
Baldwin says part of Rust shooting charge unconstitutional
Actor Alec Baldwin asks a judge to dismiss a five-year firearm sentencing enhancement in the charges against him, saying it is based on a law passed after the shooting on the set of the film Rust. ⌘ Read more
What do we know about the object shot down over Alaska?**
For the second time in a week, the US has shot down an uninvited object in its airspace. Here's what we know about the latest incident. ⌘ Read more
It's been thousands of years since Australia had a volcanic eruption. Could it ever happen again?**
Tropical Far North Queensland's volcanoes were active until about 10,000 years ago, which is seconds in geological terms. So could those extinct volcanoes come back to life? ⌘ Read more
Olympic tensions deepen as 35 countries call for Russia and Belarus ban
Australia, Germany, and the USA are among the nations calling for the ban, though Russian and Belarusian athletes could compete as neutral participants. ⌘ Read more
Carmen Lawrence opposes industrialisation on Burrup Peninsula amid World Heritage bid
The former WA premier says past governments made mistakes approving heavy industry near ancient Aboriginal rock carvings in the Pilbara. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne man confirmed as second Australian victim of Türkiye earthquake
Suat Bayram, 69, was reportedly visiting Türkiye with family when the building they were in collapsed, making him the second Australian victim of the devastating earthquake. ⌘ Read more
Shawn fears losing millions to CSG mining. His lawyer says it's a 'scarily grey legal area'
On some of Australia's most valuable agricultural land, farmer Shawn Fresser lies awake at night  wondering what the future holds, with a proposal to drill coal seam gas wells under his property. ⌘ Read more
How sea turtle poachers became protectors working to save endangered species
Poachers use their hunting skills to help protect marine turtles on pristine beaches in the Philippines. ⌘ Read more
Ferrari, drugs and cash seized as police charge Canberra car dealer
Nicholas Kozac, 24, faces charges of drug trafficking, money laundering and possessing property suspected of being stolen. ⌘ Read more
Crucial report finds offsetting NT fracking emissions would require unproven technology, unapproved offsets
The researchers were tasked with determining how — and if — the Northern Territory government's promise to offset all greenhouse gas emissions from fracking the Beetaloo Basin could be achieved. ⌘ Read more
This drug can save the lives of people who have overdosed on opioids, but it's not just aimed at illicit users
Almost 17,000 Australians have used a life-saving drug that works to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, but experts say more awareness is needed that the drug is safe, free and does not require a prescription. ⌘ Read more
Police charge 13yo boy with attempted murder after alleged stabbing at Harris Scarfe store
A 13-year-old boy charged with attempted murder after an alleged stabbing is expected to face court in Hobart, as police call for witnesses to the incident on Friday afternoon. ⌘ Read more
'Complacency' Queensland's 'biggest enemy' during cyclone season, authorities say
Authorities and residents with first-hand experience of disastrous storms say Queenslanders need to do more to prepare for damaging storms. ⌘ Read more
Record flooding helps bird numbers bounce back from brink
Wetlands researchers say chicks are hatching in front of them as they marvel at a bird population explosion not seen in decades. ⌘ Read more
Norfolk Island prepares for potential record winds, heavy rain as Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle moves in
Norfolk Island residents are preparing for wild conditions as Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle brings intense rainfall and potentially destructive winds to the region. ⌘ Read more
Two dead in Wyndham Vale stabbing as homicide detectives investigate
Homicide detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths of two men in a stabbing at 3am in south-west Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
New classified document found in FBI search of Mike Pence home
The search comes after the former US vice-president was subpoenaed in a separate investigation into efforts by former president Donald Trump to overturn the 2020 election and as Mr Pence contemplates a Republican bid for the White House in 2024. ⌘ Read more
Man charged over woman left at hospital emergency bay with shooting injury
Police release CCTV footage of a 37-year-old woman with gunshot wounds being left by a man to be tended by paramedics. ⌘ Read more
The price of petals is up this Valentine's Day, but Australian growers want us to stick by them
Romantics may be shocked at the rising cost of flowers this Valentine's Day, but after disastrous flooding, growers say it is a challenge to meet demand. ⌘ Read more
Down a deep, deep hole’: Erwin and Monique chose an odyssey of healing over the conventional life and they couldn’t be happier
Home for the couple is now a converted horse truck — the front half living quarters, the back half full of feed, tack and saddles. ⌘ Read more
Could cats be better emotional support animals than dogs? These Australians say yes
A Tasmanian man who has been struggling with PTSD for over 20 years says working at a cattery has helped his mental health — and studies appear to back him up. ⌘ Read more
Temporarily blinded, David has a timely telehealth appointment to thank for saving him from a stroke
David Harlem had hardly needed a sick day in his life — until he experienced symptoms that indicated he was in grave danger. ⌘ Read more
The Mailata effect: How a big kid from Bankstown is creating a Super Bowl buzz back home
After missing out on his dream to play for the Rabbitohs in the NRL, Sydney's Jordan Mailata is just one match away from becoming an NFL champion with the Philadelphia Eagles as they take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII. ⌘ Read more
Putin condemns old friend to the shadows, suggesting time is up for Wagner mercenaries
"Putin's chef" is known for cooking his way into the Russian president's inner circle, but a very public snub has experts suspecting the relationship may have come undone. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of international students set to return to Australia amidst rental crisis
More than 40,000 Chinese students are expected to return to Australia for face-to-face classes, after China announced a snap ban on online learning at foreign universities a fortnight ago. ⌘ Read more
South African farmers look to renewable energy as blackout crisis worsens
A severe "load shedding" crisis in South Africa has hit farming and food processors hard and it is speeding up the sector's transition to renewable energy. ⌘ Read more
Balloons are no surprise: How else are countries spying on each other?**
China's balloons are a reminder countries are constantly watching each other. In the ever-evolving world of espionage, which intelligence tactics are being used in the face of growing global tensions? ⌘ Read more
Meet the Young Matilda who wants to change how football talks about eating disorders
Melbourne City defender Chelsea Blissett shares about her ongoing journey, calling on football to be more proactive in preventing eating disorders among players. ⌘ Read more
Sam Kerr misses out on FIFA Best shortlist as Women's Champions League draw announced
The Chelsea striker falls short of the three-person shortlist despite another goal-laden year for club and country. ⌘ Read more
Are you a dual citizen? You might have lost your Australian rights without knowing it
A recent case has highlighted the plight of those caught in legal limbo because they lost their citizenship. So how did we get here, when can citizenship be stripped under the law, and what are some solutions? ⌘ Read more
High temps and hot nights for Queensland as heatwave conditions arrive this weekend
Temperatures are set to hit 10C above average across southern Queensland this weekend with Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle bringing three days of heatwave conditions. ⌘ Read more
'A green light for new coal and gas': Climate advocates criticise Labor's emissions policy
Climate advocates are insisting changes be made to one of the federal government's key emissions-reduction tools, warning it currently risks perversely allowing emissions to increase. ⌘ Read more
The Whale nabbed Brendan Fraser his first Oscar nomination, but the movie has proven divisive
Director Darren Aronofsky spent years searching for someone to play the English teacher with severe obesity at the centre of his film. But the film has been accused of fatphobia. ⌘ Read more
Miracle rescues in Türkiye can't hide earthquake devastation
A flurry of dramatic rescues, some shown live on TV, can't obscure the devastation of what President Erdoğan says is one of the greatest disasters in his nation's history. ⌘ Read more
US shoots down unknown object off Alaska coast
The US has shot down an unknown object flying in US airspace off the coast of Alaska, the White House says. ⌘ Read more
NASA satellite data reveals scale of devastation in Türkiye and Syria after earthquake
In the aftermath of the earthquake that has devastated swathes of Türkiye and Syria, emergency responders and scientists are turning to data captured by satellites to help understand the vast scale of the disaster. ⌘ Read more
With lawsuits looming and survivors speaking up, Australian cricket is slowly confronting historical sexual abuse
This week, Cricket ACT confirmed its membership of the National Redress Scheme as a response to historical child sexual abuse in its junior squads. But survivors are already bypassing the scheme to pursue lawsuits. ⌘ Read more
Kate had sex with her 'predatory' psychiatrist, but he may be allowed to practise again
An ABC investigation has uncovered hundreds of cases of misconduct by health workers, including a psychiatrist who impregnated a patient and another who injected their patient with heroin, yet the medical regulator has allowed them to practise. ⌘ Read more
Federal government seeks suppression of court documents examining controversial torture-resistance program
The Defence Department urgently seeks to suppress court documents examining a torture-resistance training program that a former soldier claims breached his human rights. ⌘ Read more
'Powerless to the bottle': How the NT's alcohol ban debate brought some brutal truths to the fore
A political whirly-whirly has spun from Central Australia into Canberra's Parliament House – now Australia has to once again reckon with the hard reality of alcohol abuse in the nation's red centre. ⌘ Read more
Just how gross are hot tubs? A microbiologist explains
While you're relaxing in the warm water, you'll likely breathe in or swallow your Jacuzzi partner's body's bacteria, viruses and fungi. Here's how to spot the signs of a germ-filled hot tub, writes Primrose Freestone. ⌘ Read more
Labor’s past traumas are haunting them —as the RBA wields the sledgehammer
Labor feels constrained in talking about thorny issues from asylum seekers and climate change to tax. But these are also all issues the government will have to confront – if only rhetorically — sooner or later, writes Laura Tingle. ⌘ Read more
Two people dead, five wounded in suspected car-ramming attack in east Jerusalem
A driver has rammed a car into a crowded bus stop in east Jerusalem, killing two people, including a six-year-old, and injuring five others before being shot and killed. ⌘ Read more
New York woman convicted of attempted murder after feeding lookalike poisoned cheesecake
A US jury finds a woman guilty of attempting to murder her lookalike by lacing a cheesecake with a sedative in a bid to steal the other woman's identity. ⌘ Read more
Former Russian governor sentenced to 22 years in prison
A Russian court jails former regional governor Sergei Furgal for attempted murder and ordering contract killings of his business rivals. ⌘ Read more