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Australia accused of undermining Fiji-China relationship, amid uncertainty over police agreement
Beijing accuses Australia of trying to sabotage its relationship with Fiji as questions swirl over whether the Pacific Island country will cut security ties with Beijing. ⌘ Read more
Angry locals take law into own hands after One Nation candidate's anti-crime rally in Rockhampton
Police warn the public against vigilante behaviour after a group of residents marched on the homes of alleged offenders, on one occasion chasing a person down the street. ⌘ Read more
Bolivian general who captured Che Guevara dies
General Gary Prado Salmón was feted as a national hero for leading the military operation that led to Guevara's capture in 1967. ⌘ Read more
Man, 20, faces court charged with alleged murder of Sale man Clinton Allen
A 20-year-old man has been charged with the alleged murder of Clinton Allen, 38, who died outside a pub in the early hours of Sunday. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of burying $1.5m worth of cocaine near Darwin CBD denied bail
A New South Wales man accused of hiding $1.5 million worth of cocaine in an underground barrel on the Darwin Esplanade has been denied bail after arguing it should be granted because he is the "main breadwinner" for his young family. ⌘ Read more
Man fronts court charged with murder of Bangladeshi student in Darwin following alleged home invasion
Brendan Kantilla is charged with the murder of international student Md Isfaqur Rahman, who died after he was allegedly assaulted during a home invasion in Darwin's northern suburbs last week. ⌘ Read more
Nursing graduates to get $12,000 for university debts if they head to country WA
The WA government will pay $12,000 towards the university fees of nursing and midwifery graduates who agree to work in regional parts of the state. ⌘ Read more
Fire in gold mine kills at least 27 workers in southern Peru
Government officials are investigating the cause of a fire deep in a gold mine in southern Peru which has killed at least 27 workers. ⌘ Read more
Inquest told only a court could overturn blood transfusion refusal by Jehovah's Witness
An inquest has heard a Jehovah's Witness woman who bled to death in a Newcastle hospital may have survived if she revoked her wishes to refuse a transfusion on religious grounds, or a court order. ⌘ Read more
AFL tribunal set for bumper week as van Rooyen, Newman and Close challenge bans
Melbourne young gun Jacob van Rooyen will front the AFL tribunal to challenge his two-match striking ban, while Carlton's Nic Newman and Geelong's Brad Close will attempt to have one-match suspensions overturned. ⌘ Read more
Civilians ordered to leave amid fears for Ukrainian nuclear plant
Russian soldiers order civilians to leave towns surrounding the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, amid renewed warnings that nearby fighting could cause "a severe nuclear accident". ⌘ Read more
Succession recap: Please check on the Tom Wambsgans stans in your life
It's the night before the election, and the entire conservative media elite have gathered in Tom and Shiv's apartment. But gate crashers threaten to foil Kendall and Roman's plans. ⌘ Read more
Woman sexually assaulted by Jarryd Hayne speaks out about 'never-ending nightmare'
The victim says she had the "world at her feet" before the night of the assault and has found social media comments about her case "extremely difficult". ⌘ Read more
'I don't think that the NRL refs are cheats': Warriors sponsor backtracks over social media comments
The chief executive of the Warriors' major sponsor has backtracked after accusing NRL referees of 'cheating', as the NRL investigates his social media outburst. ⌘ Read more
Jump in youth crime repeat offenders worries Tasmania Police
In Tasmania, social housing is in short supply and efforts are being made to build new homes as quickly as possible. But as soon as construction starts, it is targeted by teenage vandals. ⌘ Read more
This town was taken off the map in 2007, now thrillseekers are asked to keep away as its last buildings are demolished
The former mining town of Wittenoom in Western Australia will be demolished and asbestos buried, but authorities warn blue asbestos could remain. ⌘ Read more
Snow, strong winds, wild surf hit NSW as records set in freezing autumn night
Freezing cold air from south of Australia has combined with moisture to bring a dramatic dump of snow across areas of southern New South Wales. ⌘ Read more
Three-time Olympian Vicki Roycroft back home after near-death experience
The three-time Olympian was preparing to take part in a show jumping competition when she collapsed from a ruptured aorta, and was attended to by a doctor and vet at the show, saving her life. ⌘ Read more
ACT's top prosecutor Shane Drumgold tells inquiry case of Bruce Lehrmann was 'like many other trials'
The man who led the prosecution of former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann over the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins takes the stand on the first day of an inquiry into how the case was handled. ⌘ Read more
Ben Simmons misses out on Boomers World Cup squad, for now
Ben Simmons may still feature for the Boomers at the World Cup, despite the three-time NBA All-Star not being selected in the 18-man extended squad. ⌘ Read more
Anti-monarchists criticise police over Coronation Day arrests
The UK's Republic Group is considering suing the police after 64 protesters were arrested on King Charles III's Coronation Day. ⌘ Read more
Can farmers help to slow the flow in a flood, or even reduce the height by a couple of metres?**
As the painstakingly slow recovery continues for flooded communities across parts of Australia, a land management group says it's possible to take more than 2 metres off the flood peak by slowing the flow of water across the landscape. ⌘ Read more
The 'big, beautiful gecko' that was named after David Attenborough, until it wasn't
The first animal named after David Attenborough, who turns 97 today, was an Australian gecko. But it didn't keep its name for very long. To understand why we need to go back to an infamous scientific kerfuffle. ⌘ Read more
New kids on the block bring 'fresh blood' to ageing agriculture industry
The average age of an Australian farmer is 58, but it is becoming more common to spot teenagers working on farms as the sector tries to boost its ageing workforce. ⌘ Read more
US President Joe Biden calls for gun control as Texas mass shooter identified
United States President Joe Biden — who has made similar pleas before — says the assailant at Allen Premium Outlets mall in Allen, a northern suburb of Dallas, was wearing tactical gear and was armed with an AR-15 style assault weapon. ⌘ Read more
Single parenting payment cut-off lifted from eight to 14
Financial support for single parents will continue until their youngest dependent child turns 14, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces. ⌘ Read more
Sam Kerr limps off with ankle injury during Chelsea victory
Sam Kerr sends a ripple of concern through Australian football fans when she limps off after scoring for Chelsea in a thumping victory over Everton in the WSL. ⌘ Read more
Queensland hit hard by outbreaks of RSV ahead of winter
A highly infectious virus that particularly affects children under four is ripping through Queensland communities, with the state's cases up five-fold compared to last year. ⌘ Read more
Waiting an unusually long time for your car to get fixed? There's a couple of reasons for that
Parts are scarce, and qualified workers even scarcer, which means even simple fender benders are taking a long time to fix. ⌘ Read more
We fact checked Jim Chalmers on the amount of debt Labor left the Coalition. Here's what we found
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says that Labor inherited a trillion dollars of "Liberal debt" when it came to office, and that Labor's share of that, left to the previous Coalition government was "a tiny fraction". RMIT ABC Fact Check runs the numbers. ⌘ Read more
Live: Westpac records $4 billion profit in half-yearly results, ASX to open higher
The Australian share market is expected to open higher, as Westpac posts a $4 billion profit in its half-yearly results. Follow the day's events as they happen with our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Celtic wins back-to-back Scottish Premiership titles
Australian coach Ange Postecoglou is one win away from a domestic treble with Celtic, after a 2-0 victory against Hearts sealed back-to-back Scottish Premiership crowns. ⌘ Read more
Bystanders save life of shopping centre security guard after cardiac arrest
A Queensland security officer allegedly violently attacked yesterday on the Sunshine Coast has been saved by bystanders when she went into cardiac arrest. ⌘ Read more
Philosopher Peter Singer thinks robots will need rights and compassion as we enter the AI age
As machines move closer to consciousness and become "capable of suffering or enjoying their lives", humanity will face incredibly difficult decisions, according to the ethicist and philosopher. ⌘ Read more
These changes could ease load on WA renters, but don’t expect them in Thursday's budget
An overhaul of rental laws could help people such as Alyssa, who spends more than half her income on rent. However, there are fears changes could worsen the housing shortage. ⌘ Read more
Wagner mercenary group appears to backtrack on withdrawal from Ukraine city of Bakhmut
Russia's Wagner mercenary group appeared to ditch plans to withdraw from Bakhmut in Ukraine, saying they had been promised more arms by Moscow. ⌘ Read more
Tourists surge back to Uluru but bypass Alice Springs as peak season begins
Following several years of underwhelming visitation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more guests are returning to the iconic rock and cultural heart of Australia. ⌘ Read more
From hospitals to shade structures, here's what we know about tomorrow's NT budget
Northern Territory Treasurer Eva Lawler is keeping her cards close to her chest as she prepares to hand down her first budget on Tuesday. But some key announcements, and key budget projections, are already in the public domain. ⌘ Read more
ACT set to become the first Australian jurisdiction to raise the age of criminal responsibility to 14
The ACT government will introduce a bill tomorrow proposing the minimum age of criminal responsibility be lifted to 12 years of age as soon as the legislation is passed, and then to 14 by July 2025. ⌘ Read more
EU 'appalled' by Israeli demolition of Palestinian primary school
Citing safety issues, Israeli forces demolish a Palestinian primary school in the occupied West Bank, drawing sharp criticism from the European Union, which funded the project. ⌘ Read more
Female genital mutilation survivor Zara could barely sit down — but is now no longer in pain
An Adelaide gynaecologist offering free services for female genital mutilation survivors is calling for more resources to make women's health services more inclusive. ⌘ Read more
Two years ago, James's life involved drugs and jail. Then a government program changed his life
A vital social support program that helps people get their lives back on track via access to drug and alcohol support, counselling and case management is at risk of being cut by the Victorian government. ⌘ Read more
Meet the last two residents of 'Australia's smallest town, on Australia's longest road'
Cooladdi, in outback Queensland, proudly retains its post office, its postcode and its roadhouse. All are status symbols that make it different from other tiny communities across the country. ⌘ Read more
From BDSM dungeons to the White House: The incredible journey of photographer Catherine Opie
The LA-based photographer and activist, famous for turning a spotlight on queer experience in America, discusses five of her key works, from the 90s to today. ⌘ Read more
Dairy farmer uses multi-species, legumes and charcoal to combat climate change
Climate change is happening, and it's happening now, according to dairy farmer David Vonhoff. He has been working on farms since he was a child and sees the changes happening right in front of him. "What is it going to be like when my grandson gets to my age?" ⌘ Read more
Morrison government gave $380,000 to social media company that also makes explicit content
The federal government spends around $650 billion a year. Where some of it goes will surprise you. ⌘ Read more
Three years after she died from ovarian cancer, Jill Emberson’s voice is a powerful tool in the fight for funding
A new short film honours the "fierceness" and "fearlessness" of former ABC broadcaster, the late Jill Emberson, in her fight for more ovarian cancer research funding. ⌘ Read more
Does a program successful overseas hold the secret to curbing Queensland's youth crime crisis?**
It's no secret that youth crime is on the rise in Queensland, but it's not the only figure trending upwards. Here's how a globally successful program might intervene. ⌘ Read more
Live: Celebrations across UK as 20,000 gather for King's coronation concert
King Charles and Queen Camilla join big crowds at Windsor Castle for the coronation concert, while people across the UK also gather together to celebrate at home. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Livestock warning as parts of Queensland tipped to shiver this week
People in some parts of Queensland are being warned to brace for cold weather this week as gusty winds blow in from the south — with a special warning for farmers with young livestock. ⌘ Read more
Labor's game plan on Hobart 's AFL stadium future still under wraps
With the Tasmanian Liberals still on a victory lap over the Hobart AFL stadium deal with the Federal Labor government, the state Labor leader at some point will need to be clear about what her game plan is, writes Adam Langenberg. ⌘ Read more
AFL Round-Up: Demons and Power thrive on fine margins, Eagles left to ponder what's next
Round eight proves the season will be defined by a series of thrillers, while West Coast's road back to relevance looks like being a long one. We digest the week that was. ⌘ Read more
There are many barriers to inserting IUDs — doctors say insertion clinics might just solve a number of problems
Doctors call for a network of dedicated IUD insertion clinics that could present a solution to one of the key challenges in the federal government's national women's health strategy. ⌘ Read more
Alexander's loving 'wife' lives inside an app. He says she's exactly what he needs
We’re entering a new era of artificial intelligence, where human-like conversation and images can be created with the click of a button. Already, the powerful technology is changing our lives — for better or worse. ⌘ Read more
Rent caps not on the cards in NSW despite median Sydney weekly rent surpassing $700**
The government is prioritising changes to the rental bond system and secret bidding as the parliament resumes this week, but it's not the relief many tenants are hanging out for. ⌘ Read more
China is making its move in Ukraine, and the US has no chance of matching it
It was a magnificent sunny spring morning in Ukraine's capital, when President Xi deigned to finally speak to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, writes John Lyons in Kyiv. ⌘ Read more
Beth’s haunting past lies in a suitcase, but she’s not ready to throw it away just yet
Beth Heinrich has spent 30 years fighting for justice over what happened to her as a teenager. Memories of her shattered life are locked away in a suitcase. But she’s not ready to throw it away just yet. ⌘ Read more
Electricity bill relief receives mixed reviews as federal government reveals $14.6b cost of living package
The $14.6 billion package over the forward estimates includes $1.5 billion in electricity bill relief for more than five million households and a further one million small businesses. ⌘ Read more
Live: Perez on pole with a chance to make F1 history in Miami
If Perez scores seven more points than Max Verstappen he will become the second Mexican driver ever to lead the F1 championship. ⌘ Read more
With the coronation over, King Charles faces a racial reckoning
The coronation is done and dusted, and King Charles no longer has a distraction from the chorus of voices calling for action over his family's dark past. ⌘ Read more
Arab League readmits Syria as relations with Assad government normalise
Arab League foreign ministers have adopted a decision to readmit Syria after more than a decade of suspension, a League spokesperson says. ⌘ Read more
'Doesn't make sense': Sydney Swans' AFL great Lance Franklin booed by Collingwood fans
AFL great Lance Franklin became the latest star player to be booed by opposition fans, leaving Sydney coach John Longmire bemused and Collingwood counterpart Craig McRae nonplussed. ⌘ Read more
Russian fighter pilots accused of 'dangerous manoeuvres' against Polish aircraft over Black Sea
According to Poland's border force the Russian jet did not make radio contact before carrying out "aggressive and dangerous manoeuvres". ⌘ Read more
A cult hero unearthed and a new premiership favourite. Here's what Magic Round gave us
As the NRL carnival moves away from Brisbane and back to regularly scheduled programming, we look at the winners and losers from Magic Round. ⌘ Read more
'Hard as nails but vulnerable': Tributes flow for celebrated chef Jock Zonfrillo as MasterChef returns to air
On-air tributes flow for celebrated chef Jock Zonfrillo, ahead of the debut season of MasterChef Australia. ⌘ Read more
UN nuclear power watchdog warns of new danger near Zaporizhzhia
The Russian-installed governor of the Zaporizhzhia region orders evacuations of nearby villages ahead of an expected spring offensive, putting Ukraine's nuclear power station at risk. ⌘ Read more
Vixens ice the Fever on the siren for upset Super Netball win
Late heroics from Kiera Austin lift the Melbourne Vixens to a thrilling one-goal win over the West Coast Fever, denying the Western Australians top spot on the Super Netball ladder. ⌘ Read more
From Highway to Hell to High Voltage, crowds gather in Fremantle for Bon Scott rock 'n' roll tribute
It all began three years ago with Highway to Hell, now AC/DC classics are being belted out across Fremantle — the former home of the band's frontman Bon Scott — at a High Voltage event. ⌘ Read more
Alberta announces state of emergency as 25,000 flee out-of-control wildfires in western Canada
Alberta announced a state of emergency on Saturday as wildfires flared across the Canadian province, forcing 25,000 people to flee their homes in what a top official said was an "unprecedented" crisis. ⌘ Read more
Take a look at some of the outfits on display at King Charles's coronation
Everyone wants to make a lasting impression at the first coronation in 70 years. Here's who wore what to the ceremony. ⌘ Read more
Migrants use social media as navigation tool to get to US-Mexico border
A growing number of migrants from China have been using the Douyin app to help them migrate to the United States. ⌘ Read more
In the country's forests, Ukrainian fighters race to prepare for next push against Russian forces
In the lush greenery of central Ukraine's dense forests, members of the National Guard train for Ukraine's long-awaited campaign that they hope will shift the momentum of its war with Russia. ⌘ Read more
Ocean swimmers lapping late-risers to enjoy exercise, social connection in coastal WA
A growing number of swimmers are taking to ocean rock pools across regional Western Australia to bond with like-minded souls and brave plunging water temperatures for an early-morning dip. ⌘ Read more
Edward has a rare degenerative condition. His parents hope a US research trial will produce a treatment
Parents of a Bendigo boy have spent years trying to understand their son's rare degenerative condition called KAND, but a new research trial could help provide him with a treatment. ⌘ Read more
Profits haven't contributed to inflation? Former treasury economist says it's not that simple
Is the argument about profits and inflation finally settled, asks Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous elder finds a voice at the United Nations, while pushing for Voice to Parliament at home
The winds of change brought Leslie Schultz to New York to attend a UN forum on Indigenous issues. Now the First Nations leader is turning his attention to securing a Voice to Parliament in Australia. ⌘ Read more
Lionel Richie, Katy Perry and Tom Cruise among the stars to perform at King's coronation concert
An array of international pop stars will join a world-class orchestra and other entertainers at Windsor Castle on Monday for the coronation concert. Here's how and when you can watch. ⌘ Read more
Victorian Liberal leader John Pesutto confirms he will vote to expel exiled MP Moira Deeming
Victorian Opposition Leader John Pesutto confirms he will support a second motion to expel controversial MP Moira Deeming from the parliamentary Liberal Party. ⌘ Read more
Man in serious but stable condition after Darwin CBD stabbing
NT Police say a man has been stabbed on Darwin's Smith Street this morning. ⌘ Read more
Police seize $1.5m in cocaine after man observed allegedly trying to bury drugs near Darwin CBD
Two men are arrested following an alleged drug operation involving a drum buried in bushland, where cash and cocaine were allegedly deposited. ⌘ Read more
Sophie adores being a foster carer, but the rising cost of living is making it tougher by the day
The rising cost of living is exacerbating the foster carer shortage in regional communities, prompting calls for government to increase the carer allowance. ⌘ Read more
Shoot-at-sight orders issued for 'extreme cases' in India's Manipur as death toll from ethnic clashes reaches 54
The death toll after ethnic clashes in India's remote north-east rises to 54, as authorities issue shoot-at-sight orders in "extreme cases" in an effort to contain the unrest. ⌘ Read more
Naughty words, nasal sounds and vast landscapes: Gija language immortalised in dictionary
Gija people are known across Australia and globally for their striking artwork. Now, after decades of painstaking work, the beauty of their language is there for all to read. ⌘ Read more
Fatalities feared, at least nine wounded in shopping centre shooting near Dallas, Texas
A gunman shot multiple people at an outlet mall in the Dallas suburb of Allen, Texas, on Saturday, killing an unknown number and sending hundreds of shoppers fleeing in panic in the latest gun violence to strike the country, officials said. ⌘ Read more
Tarzan movies inspired this professor's love of jungles. Today he focuses on the benefits of vine contorl
Jack Putz has studied vines for 50 years. Now he has co-authored a study on how controlling them could improve the health of trees in the world's forests and increase their carbon uptake. ⌘ Read more
Demand soars for therapy program where horses and people help each other
The demand for mental health support in regional Victoria is rising after last year's floods. A unique counselling service near one of the hardest hit towns is pleading for donations to expand its service. ⌘ Read more
Women are picking up tools and new skills to nail this 'addictive hobby'
Woodworking clubs around the country are seeing more women getting involved in what has traditionally been a male-dominated pastime. ⌘ Read more
Sustainable aviation fuel to be produced in sugarcane country
With port and rail infrastructure already in place, the project to create environmentally cleaner aviation fuel will be based in north Queensland. ⌘ Read more
The flagpole, the Labor MLC, her neighbour and the $20k legal bill
A years-long dispute about the location of a flagpole involving a state politician, her neighbour and the local shire has cost Esperance ratepayers more than $20,000. ⌘ Read more
Conference focuses on recovery, healing for domestic violence victim-survivors
A landmark conference is building a case for greater recovery and healing support for victim-survivors of domestic, family and sexual violence. ⌘ Read more
Millions to receive $500 in energy bill relief at federal budget, as Treasurer flags broader cost of living support
A $500 assistance package will go to millions of households to help pay energy bills, as energy prices continue to rise. ⌘ Read more
'We have no words': Darwin international student community mourns death of Md Isfaqur Rahman
Darwin's Bangladeshi community continues to band together after the death of 23-year-old university student Md Isfaqur Rahman, who was killed during an alleged violent home invasion during the week. ⌘ Read more
Australia's largest kiwi grower invests millions in little known fruit
While they're a mystery to many, jujubes have been around for thousands of years and are a common part of diets and traditional medicine in many Asian cultures. ⌘ Read more
How Rose navigated early parenthood and gender identity to become a doctor
Just months after giving birth at the age of 22, Rose Petrohilos emerged from the newborn "fog" and decided to study medicine. The gender-diverse parent says thanks to a structural shift in education there is now more diversity among doctors. ⌘ Read more
Sky Blues keep rolling as coach Corica embraces Melbourne City challenge
Sydney FC keeps its six-game undefeated streak alive as the prepare for a daunting battle against Melbourne City for a place in the Grand Final. ⌘ Read more
Flood survivors were suspicious of photographing their trauma. Then the lens gave them hope
In the midst of trauma, the most unlikely healing tool has come in the form of a camera. ⌘ Read more
Part of a glittering entertainment tradition, Dolly Diamond vows to sparkle despite ugly threats
RuPaul isn't a new phenomenon — drag as entertainment has been around for a long time. Performers and supporters say it has a proud history and those who want to see it repressed are fighting a losing battle. ⌘ Read more
What financial counsellors tell people struggling with rising interest rates to do
From revisiting household budgets to talking to the bank, experts share how mortgage holders can navigate interest rate rises. ⌘ Read more
'Disgusting and massively over the top': London police arrest 52 protesters during King Charles' coronation
London Metropolitan Police arrest the leader of an anti-monarchy group and 51 other protesters at King Charles III's coronation, saying their duty to prevent disruption outweighed the right to protest. ⌘ Read more
US records its smallest orange crop since the 1930s. What does this mean for Australia?**
Australia's citrus industry produced record amounts of orange juice concentrate last year. The global value of the commodity has now skyrocketed. ⌘ Read more