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Jock Zonfrillo remembered as an 'incredible chef' and icon of Australia's culinary landscape
Scottish-born Jock Zonfrillo — who died in Melbourne — is being remembered as an "incredible chef" who was loved in and outside of the kitchen. ⌘ Read more
Russian freight train derails after being hit by explosive device, governor says
Pictures shared on social media showed several of a train's tank carriages laying on their side and dark grey smoke billowing into the air at the site of the derailment, in the Bryansk region. ⌘ Read more
Family of man shot dead by police question why they weren't called in to help
Desley Ketchup believes her son might still be alive if police had let her or his siblings speak to him during a siege. WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains images and names of people who have died. ⌘ Read more
Prime minister says urgent care clinics will start relieving pressure on NT's busy emergency wards in coming months
On a quick visit to Darwin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced two bulk-billed urgent care clinics will open in Palmerston and Alice Springs later this year to relieve pressure on the NT's struggling health system. ⌘ Read more
NRL concedes error on crucial golden point call
The NRL's Graham Annesley says officials missed a Canberra knock-on in the lead-up to their match-winning golden point field goal against the Dolphins. ⌘ Read more
'We really need massive help': Sudan refugees give birth in camps without medical help or shelter
Sudanese refugee women are giving birth without help in refugee camps in Chad, where temperatures soar to 45 degrees Celsius. ⌘ Read more
Women charged with criminal neglect after children were found living in 'uninhabitable' Adelaide home
SA Police says the children — aged three, five and 14 — were found to be living in "a state of extreme squalor", were without food and were removed from the home for their safety. ⌘ Read more
Female phys ed teacher admits sexual offences against teen student, but plans to fight 10 more
A female teacher accused of sexually abusing her teenage student admits to some of the charges against her, but will stand trial on 10 more counts. ⌘ Read more
Major route into the Kokoda track appears to have been blockaded amid tour operator feud
A major route into the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea's Central Province appears to be blockaded, amid a feud between a trekking operator and the track's managing authority. ⌘ Read more
Fiji's former attorney-general arrested and charged with abuse of office
Fiji's former attorney-general Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum is arrested and charged with one count of abuse of office. ⌘ Read more
US authorities scramble to rescue First Republic Bank before markets open
While Australians sleep tonight, an enormously significant financial deal will be worked through, as US authorities attempt to "auction" First Republic Bank to prevent a financial crisis. ⌘ Read more
Sydney FC's fourth A-League Women championship fulfils their own living legacy
Three years ago, Sydney FC's players were "nobodies." Now, as the A-League Women's most successful club, they have become their own legacy. ⌘ Read more
'The worm goes global': Rita Ora wowed by Adelaide lobbyist's dancefloor moves
Ian Smith, the husband of former Democrats leader Natasha Stott Despoja busted out the move in front of an audience including Julie Bishop, Malcolm Turnbull and Hollywood A-listers Kate Beckinsale, Sienna Miller and Kate Moss at a gala dinner in New York last week. ⌘ Read more
Man on trial for alleged attempted murder at Canberra shops dubbed 'duplicitous' by own lawyer
Connor Manns is accused of firing three shots at another man with the intent to kill him in 2021, when the two agreed to meet at Casey shops after a Snapchat dispute. ⌘ Read more
Rice loving Asian elephant captured and relocated after killing six people in India
The male elephant known as Arikomban, or "rice-tusker" -- was infamous for raiding shops for rice and grains in the southern state of Kerala. ⌘ Read more
Ukrainian air defences shoot down 15 of 18 Russian missiles launched in dead of night
Ukrainian air defence crews destroy missiles launched by Russian forces in the early hours of Monday morning, the military said, as air raid sirens blared across the country for more than three hours. ⌘ Read more
Canberra grassland earless dragon headed for extinction as ACT government updates list of threatened species
The ACT government has updated its list of threatened species and says the Canberra grassland earless dragon is now critically endangered. Five new species have been added to the list, while four have had their status updated. ⌘ Read more
Tony Abbott mounts attack on Voice after a spat with parliamentary committee
Former prime minister Tony Abbott has offered a staunch criticism of a proposed constitutionally enshrined Voice to Parliament, just hours after getting into a spat with a parliamentary committee investigating the looming referendum. ⌘ Read more
Jock Zonfrillo, judge on Masterchef Australia, dies aged 46
Zonfrillo died in Melbourne on Sunday, Masterchef Australia has confirmed. ⌘ Read more
Pioneering Australian musician and The Dingoes frontman Broderick Smith dies aged 75
Broderick Smith dies peacefully at home aged 75 after a career playing blues, boogie, country and rock across Australia and the world. ⌘ Read more
Pair arrested after cars stolen, allegedly used to ram raid two Darwin businesses
Police allege the two cars were stolen, before being used in two ram raids and another business break-in. ⌘ Read more
Regions call for 'certainty' as Rex Airlines reduces multiple flight routes
Thousands of people living in remote and regional Australia are feeling even more isolated as Rex Airlines reduces some of its flights from today. ⌘ Read more
'They will forever know their dad was a hero': 1,000 mourners farewell slain NSW paramedic
Steven Tougher's expecting wife was among those who paid tribute to the 29-year-old at an emotional service in Wollongong. ⌘ Read more
Search continues for well-known publican feared taken by croc in Queensland's far north
Kevin Darmody — described by friends as a friendly bloke who loved a "good yarn" — was fishing by the Kennedy River north-west of Cairns when he disappeared from the bank. ⌘ Read more
Hannah Green comes up clutch to win LPGA's LA Championship in playoff
Ice-cool Hannah Green continues Australia's golden run on the global golf stage with a stirring playoff victory at the LA Championship in California. ⌘ Read more
The public will be asked to pledge allegiance to King Charles III. This is what you need to know
The Archbishop of Canterbury has asked members of the public to pledge their allegiance to King Charles III during his coronation on Saturday. Here's what that will look like. ⌘ Read more
Bushwalkers banned from Tasmanian national park while deers culled from helicopters
A Tasmanian national park popular with bushwalkers is being closed for a month so deer can be culled from helicopters using thermal-imaging technology. It's the first cull of its type in the state's history. ⌘ Read more
Why is the Karl Lagerfeld theme for the Met Gala so controversial?**
This year's Met Gala is all about the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld. Given his past comments about women's bodies, the #MeToo movement and the Syrian refugee crisis, the theme has not been without critics. ⌘ Read more
Sport, religion and family: Who is incoming AFL boss Andrew Dillon?**
After a year-long search, the AFL has named its new chief executive. So, who is Andrew Dillon and what has he done in his 20-plus years with the league? ⌘ Read more
Lauren Cranston jailed for eight years over one of Australia's biggest tax frauds
The daughter of a former deputy commissioner at the Australian Tax Office is sentenced to a maximum of eight years in prison for her role in a $105 million tax fraud conspiracy. ⌘ Read more
Metre-long croc found in backyard of NSW Central Coast home
The Australian Reptile Park worker called to retrieve the animal said he couldn't believe his eyes. ⌘ Read more
The NT police commissioner has retired after making a confidential deal with the government. How did we get here?**
Jamie Chalker retired from his position as the Northern Territory's top cop this weekend, six months before his contract was due to expire. It came after weeks of uncertainty about his employment future. ⌘ Read more
Signing a big star to your brand can feel like a coup, but what happens when there's a scandal?**
Celebrity endorsements can be lucrative for both the brand and for the celebrity, but what happens when things go wrong? ⌘ Read more
Half-a-billion-dollar boost for social housing in WA budget to help build 700 new homes
The Western Australian government will inject $511 million into social housing and homelessness initiatives under the state budget in its latest attempt to combat the housing crisis ⌘ Read more
Why this undercover agent traded sleuthing for life in the Australian outback
Her work for the US government helped bring down a sex-trafficking syndicate and international fraudsters. But Nanette Ambrose gave it all up for the red dirt of Mount Isa — and love. ⌘ Read more
WA gold miner fined as satellite images reveal size of massive 'salt scar'
A West Australian gold miner receives $41,000 fine for environmental harm after hypersaline water kills 16 hectares of native vegetation. ⌘ Read more
Kristy endured severe domestic violence for nearly 20 years. Now, she's helping other survivors thrive
Kristy lived through "horrific" physical, emotional and financial abuse. Now, she is putting her vulnerabilities on display to help other victim-survivors. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set to rise after positive week
Australia's share market gained last week and awaits a key rates decision on Tuesday. Follow the day's events with our blog. ⌘ Read more
Abattoir buys motel to house more workers with no rentals available in town
One of Australia's largest sheep meat processors has bought an entire motel as they grow desperate to house abattoir workers amid an oversupply of sheep. ⌘ Read more
Turkey says spy agency has killed Islamic State leader
The leader of the Islamic State group, Abu Hussein al-Qurashi, has been killed in Syria in an operation carried out by Türkiye's MIT intelligence agency, according to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. ⌘ Read more
AFL names new chief executive almost a year after Gillon McLachlan's resignation
The AFL is set to name Andrew Dillon its next chief executive, taking over from Gillon McLachlan, who announced his upcoming resignation almost a year ago. ⌘ Read more
China's Ding Liren becomes chess world champion
Ding Liren unseats Magnus Carlsen as world champion without playing the Norwegian five-time winner who chose not to defend the crown he claimed in 2021. ⌘ Read more
Search continues for missing man off Victorian coast, another confirmed dead
Victoria Police says the body of a Sunshine North man was found on rocks at Gellibrand Lower. A search continues for another man still missing. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of 'completely underfunded' Coalition-era infrastructure projects on the chopping block
Hundreds of infrastructure projects promised by the former federal government are not properly funded and may be cancelled if a major review deems they cannot be delivered. ⌘ Read more
From landlocked Mongolia to shucking 600 oysters a day at a roadside barn on the Aussie coast
For five years, Mongolian immigrant Suvi Selenge owned an oyster shop in a remote South Australian town that's regarded as a bucket-list experience for Nullarbor travellers. ⌘ Read more
Three people dead, one critical, in shocking Qld collision
Three people have died overnight in a multi-vehicle crash in Maryborough, four hours north of Brisbane. ⌘ Read more
Helium production in Australia is about to end. Could another source fill the gap?**
Since 2010, a by-product from a Darwin LNG plant has been Australia's only helium source. But with the feedstock for the gas plant due to run out in the coming months, we're about to begin importing it all. ⌘ Read more
Grieving mum pleads for trial verdict of daughter's murder accused to be unsealed
The mother of Central Coast woman Leisl Smith who vanished in 2012 calls for laws to be amended to allow a verdict for the man who stood trial for her murder — but died — to be released. ⌘ Read more
Life-size sculpture of controversially euthanased walrus unveiled in Norway
A bronze sculpture of Freya, a walrus that gained global attention last year by playfully basking in the Oslo fjord until officials euthanased, her has been unveiled in Norway. ⌘ Read more
Alex Greenwich takes legal action against Mark Latham over 'homophobic' tweet
The Sydney MP makes formal complaints to police and the NSW anti-discrimination board and says he will launch defamation proceedings unless Mr Latham apologises. ⌘ Read more
Plans for aged care facility tailored to Indigenous residents at site of old hospital
The former Wynnum Hospital site has been handed over to a local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander group, beginning the process of its conversion into a dedicated Indigenous health and aged care facility. ⌘ Read more
Richard used to wrangle crocodiles in the Top End. Now he struggles to make a cup of tea
After a stroke in 2021, Richard Crookes travels to Adelaide every eight weeks for rehabilitation because he can’t get the treatment he needs in the Northern Territory. ⌘ Read more
'Home delivery' booming in outback towns as construction costs skyrocket
As building a new home becomes more challenging and expensive in regional Queensland, many people are opting to have ready-built houses trucked in from thousands of kilometres away. ⌘ Read more
Tiny town's population doubles with celebration of outback Queensland's vast horizons
The small town of Hughenden — with its population of just over 1,000 residents — welcomes visitors from across the country seeking stunning views and outback hospitality. ⌘ Read more
Prisha didn't realise she was suffering from domestic violence. To her, it was 'normal'
Prisha's elderly neighbour had heard the commotion coming from her Brisbane home for months and decided to take action. The small act of kindness changed her life. ⌘ Read more
We all want more data and better mobile coverage, but is the trade-off our dark, starry night sky?**
For millennia humans have gazed up at the wonder of the night sky, but what we can see is rapidly changing because of our quest to be connected. ⌘ Read more
AFL Round-Up: Unprecedented Pies a joy to behold, Horne-Francis unleashes Port's intensity
Collingwood come from the clouds yet again, Jason Horne-Francis inspires a resurgent Port Adelaide and Toby Greene breaks Sydney's hearts. We digest the week that was. ⌘ Read more
The traumatised streets of Ukraine's cities are empty, but its people are filled with a deep, burning anger
Driving around Ukraine for the past two weeks revealed to me the extent of devastation that Vladimir Putin's war has wrought upon this country so rich in history, culture and potential, writes John Lyons in Kyiv. ⌘ Read more
It's the event that costs $50,000 for a ticket. Here's when the Met Gala is and who's expected to show
It's the first Monday in May and it's one of the most photographed events in the world. Here's what to expect from this year's Met Gala and where you can watch it. ⌘ Read more
Record pokie profits fuelled by people desperate to buy food and pay the rent, advocates say
Poker machine losses are much higher in Western Sydney, where three local government areas account for 20 per cent of all NSW clubs and hotel pokies profits. ⌘ Read more
The economic scenario no one in Australia seems game to talk about
It's now entirely possible the Reserve Bank won't get inflation down to 2-3 per cent, regardless of whether it raises interest rates again. And it's extraordinary this scenario is not being more widely discussed, writes David Taylor. ⌘ Read more
Cortisol is trending on TikTok, but is it really a problem?**
The latest TikTok wellness trend would have you believe high cortisol levels are to blame for weight gain, food cravings, fatigue and insomnia, but there's more to the story, write Theresa Larkin and Susan Thomas. ⌘ Read more
Why 'directed energy weapons' and lasers that can stop tanks are on Australia's military wishlist
Militaries around the world are scrambling to realise the 'God mode' of invulnerability and infinite ammunition promised by laser weapons, writes Sean O'Byrne. ⌘ Read more
Sudan army, RSF trade blame as fighting continues through renewed ceasefire
The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces group offers to extend an apparent ceasefire for another three days as the army claims it has destroyed convoys moving towards Khartoum. ⌘ Read more
Phasing out property tax breaks could save $74b but it also could create 'significant economic shock'
Phasing out property tax breaks such as negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount could save the federal budget $74 billion, but the Parliamentary Budget Office warns it may also "trigger a significant economic shock". That's why next week's budget is more focused on increasing the supply of housing rather than trying to make housing affordable by r ... ⌘ Read more
How fires, floods and COVID left Australia with just one battle-ready submarine
Until Australia's submarine fleet can go nuclear the navy must keep its near-retirement vessels deployable. It's been a struggle. ⌘ Read more
Australia's brief housing market downturn is over, but property prices still remain out of reach
CoreLogic data shows Australian property prices have risen for the second consecutive month, suggesting a downturn in the housing market is coming to an end as interest rates stabilise. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania regains top spot as best-performing economy
After one quarter in the sun, Queensland has been knocked off the top of CommSec's State of the States economic rankings, and overtaken by the island state, which now leads on three key indicators. ⌘ Read more
Texas mass shooting suspect could be anywhere and authorities are unsure if he is armed
Tracking dogs lose the scent of Francisco Oropeza in a dense forest where investigators find clothes and a phone, with police admitting he "could be anywhere now". ⌘ Read more
Gas leak in Indian city of Ludhiana leaves 11 people dead and more injured
Authorities are still investigating the cause and source of the leak and have sealed off the densely populated area in northern India's Punjab state.. ⌘ Read more
Live: Charles Leclerc starts on pole with two Red Bulls ready to pounce
Red Bull's Sergio Perez starts tonight's Azerbaijan Grand Prix, coming off a win in the sprint race on Saturday. ⌘ Read more
Woman dies after multiple people rescued from surf at Gold Coast beach
Two men attempt to rescue a woman and a young girl at Coolangatta before also becoming trapped in the surf. ⌘ Read more
Biden jokes about his advanced age after bringing serious note to White House Correspondents' Dinner
The White House Correspondents' Dinner — known for its fiery jabs at Washington — takes on a more solemn tone at times during US President Joe Biden's speech. ⌘ Read more
New South Wales pharmacies sign-up to prescribe UTI medications and resupply the pill
From next month, New South Wales pharmacists taking part in a trial will be able to prescribe medication for urinary tract infections (UTI) to women under the age of 65 as well as resupply younger women with the contraceptive pill. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine 'retains control' of key supply route into Bakhmut as Wagner Group boss threatens withdrawal
Ukraine says it remains in control of a key supply route into Bakhmut, as the head of Russia's mercenary Wagner Group threatens to withdraw some of his troops from the eastern city if Moscow did not send more ammunition. ⌘ Read more
Fever return to Super Netball winners circle
Prolific goalscorer Jhaniele Fowler reach another Super Netball milestone as West Coast Fever prove too good for Sunshine Coast Lightning. ⌘ Read more
Public asked to pledge allegiance to King Charles III during coronation
In a new addition to the ancient ceremony, members of the public have been asked by the Archbishop of Canterbury to pledge their allegiance to the monarch out loud during King Charles III's coronation. ⌘ Read more
Cask wine sale ban imposed in Adelaide's CBD to curb anti-social behaviour
A trial ban on takeaway cask wine sales at Adelaide CBD liquor outlets is being closely monitored by authorities including police and the state government, with authorities to meet this week to determine if it remains in place. ⌘ Read more
Live: Sydney FC face Western United in A-League Women grand final
The A-League Women's most-successful club takes on its newest one in the final game of the 2022-23 season. ⌘ Read more
Fijiana Drua shock Waratahs with inspiring comeback to reach Super W final
Reigning champions Fijiana Drua are the first side through to the Super W decider, after a gripping 20-17 triumph over the previously undefeated New South Wales Waratahs in Sydney. ⌘ Read more
Police investigate serious assault of referee at football match in Sydney's south-west
A Sydney football club withdraws from its competition after a referee was attacked by a spectator on Friday night. WARNING: Graphic footage. ⌘ Read more
Armed robbers hit Paris' Bulgari jewellery boutique in broad daylight, making off with millions
Armed robbers have raided the luxury jewellery boutique store Bulgari — in central Paris, in broad daylight — making off with an estimated several millions euros' worth of items. ⌘ Read more
NRL live: Roosters clash with Warriors across the Tasman
The Warriors host the Sydney Roosters in Auckland, before round nine concludes with St George Illawarra and Canterbury looking to get their seasons back on track. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
It's a game where players slay a dragon, but some believe it can help us thrive in the workplace
Skills learnt by playing the fantasy tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons could be transferable to the workplace, according to a university lecturer, who says it has team-building benefits. ⌘ Read more
Mass land release to create 1,900 new homes as Adelaide prepares for AUKUS
Plans to build another 1,900 homes in Adelaide's north and south have been unveiled by the South Australian government, which says the land release will help the state prepare for the AUKUS project. ⌘ Read more
AFL live: Impressive Bombers to face challenge from improving Cats
Essendon and Geelong kick off Sunday's AFL action, before Richmond play Gold Coast and Adelaide and Collingwood do battle. Follow our live AFL ScoreCentre for all the scores, stats and results. ⌘ Read more
NT Police Commissioner retires after reaching secret settlement with government
The Northern Territory government and former police commissioner Jamie Chalker reach a confidential settlement, ending weeks of speculation about his future as the top cop. ⌘ Read more
Australian man faces charges in Indonesia for spitting on imam at Indonesian mosque
An Australian man is charged after spitting into the face of an imam at a mosque in the Indonesian city of Bandung and could face over one year in prison. ⌘ Read more
Muster Dogs season two is all about the border collie. Here's why the breed reigns supreme
While kelpies might be what you imagine as the typical farm dog, border collies are the more popular breed among rural Queenslanders. Breeders John Pointon and Prue Howard explain why. ⌘ Read more
Former Melbourne lord mayor Robert Doyle stripped of Order of Australia honour
Robert Doyle was made a Companion of the Order of Australia in 2017, a year before he resigned as Melbourne lord mayor amid sexual harassment allegations. ⌘ Read more
Fears missing fisherman taken by crocodile in remote Far North Queensland
Emergency services were called to reports a 65-year-old man disappeared while fishing in an area known for crocodiles, after people nearby reported hearing a "large splash". ⌘ Read more
Funding for a Hobart stadium is locked in, but what happens if there's a cost blowout?**
Tasmanians are on the brink of getting their own AFL team, with the prime minister delivering the final piece of the funding jigsaw on Saturday, but many questions remain unanswered, writes Adam Langenberg. ⌘ Read more
Eligibility for Home Guarantee Scheme expanded to include, friends, siblings and guardians
Friends, siblings and family members will be able to jointly apply for federal government home buyer guarantees under several eligibility changes to come into effect from July 1 this year. ⌘ Read more
How a book about magic transformed a shy 12-year-old into the ultimate showman
Renowned Australian illusionist and escapologist Paul Cosentino has come a long way since finding an encyclopaedia of magic as a boy, but still believes that learning from books is key to creating a unique act. ⌘ Read more
Grape growers harvesting vintage directly back onto the ground after difficult year
Australia's wine industry is limping to the end of one of its most difficult vintages, with widespread disease dramatically cutting yields and a glut of red wine leaving many growers unable to find buyers. ⌘ Read more
SA's child protection system back in spotlight
With South Australia's child protection system again under scrutiny, the Malinauskas government is facing questions about what it is doing to ensure the state's most vulnerable don't fall through the cracks. ⌘ Read more
New teaching degree model could help ease staff shortages and burnout
Bishop Druitt College is among 11 NSW schools taking part in a pilot program for a new way to teach teachers. Early signs suggest it could be part of the answer to burnout in the industry. ⌘ Read more
Why spectacular southern lights events are expected to ramp up over the next two years
Recent vivid and strong aurora australis events have captured the attention of hundreds of lucky star gazers. And the events are likely to increase over the next two years. ⌘ Read more
Could you live in a yurt? Sheds, cabins offered for rent as housing crisis grinds on
From caravans to sheds and even yurts, a wide variety of dwellings are being touted as viable home options on online sale platforms. ⌘ Read more
'He wanted to die as a giver': As John farewelled his best friend, he made a life-saving decision
Desperate for more donors, DonateLife gives the ABC rare access to the hospital frontline where organ donation has become a lottery of life. ⌘ Read more