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Judge reprimands NSW Police after it provided material one year late to gay hate inquiry
Letters between the Crown Solicitor's Office and the NSW Police reveal the force has provided material to the inquiry one year late. ⌘ Read more
Former High Court judge asked to assess potential Lawyer X charges lashes the state's chief prosecutor
The special investigator appointed to build criminal cases against disgraced barrister Nicola Gobbo and police officers who recruited her as a confidential source has attacked the director of public prosecutions for refusing to approve criminal charges against them. ⌘ Read more
Two nurses and three doctors attacked by patient in 'terrifying incident' at regional hospital
A nursing union calls for 24/7 security guards after five medical staff were injured by a man suffering a psychotic episode at a South Australian hospital. ⌘ Read more
'Genuine hurt': Watchdog raises concerns over SA youth detention isolation
An independent watchdog says children at Adelaide's youth detention centre spent up to 21 hours straight isolated in cells — an allegation the state government rejects. ⌘ Read more
From Yeppoon to Lang Park — the special bond driving two Maroons in their chase for glory
They are two of Queensland's most crucial players, and Ben Hunt and Harry Grant share a special bond forged via taking the same path to the big time. ⌘ Read more
Taylor Swift announces Australian tour dates, sells top VIP packages for $1,200**
Swifties waiting with bated breath have their prayers answered, with the US pop stafrfinally revealing the Australian dates on her Eras world concert tour. ⌘ Read more
Marvel’s Secret Invasion espionage thriller is also a story about refugees and displacement
Marvel’s new six-part espionage spy thriller Secret Invasion is a story about shape shifting aliens who have covertly taken over many of Earth’s leaders. ⌘ Read more
Whistleblower who highlighted Kimberley school truancy in the clear
Brock Burston escapes penalties from the Department of Education for leaking attendance data from a remote WA school. ⌘ Read more
Players took unpaid leave and played on unsafe pitches en route to World Cup, report finds
The global players union calls on FIFA to drastically improve conditions, compensation and medical care for all players competing in future Women's World Cup qualifiers. ⌘ Read more
A Titanic expert, an adventurer, a father and his son and a CEO: These are the people on the missing submersible
A renowned Titanic expert, a world-record-holding adventurer, two members of one of Pakistan's wealthiest families and the CEO of the company leading an expedition to the world's most famous shipwreck are facing critical danger aboard a small submersible that has gone missing in the Atlantic Ocean. ⌘ Read more
Queensland state students banned from representing schools in equestrian competition
The mother of a disappointed 10-year-old girl says horseriding events are "no less risky than your average rugby game". ⌘ Read more
Criminal lawyer warns artificial intelligence could make courtrooms 'doubt their own eyes'
As a leading Queensland legal figure warns courts are not prepared for the challenges presented by artificial intelligence, a computer science researcher says "now is the time" for regulation. ⌘ Read more
This World Heritage-listed site is known for its corals. But some could have a silent extinction
They are about 289 coral species around this coast. But scientists fear not all have been correctly identified. ⌘ Read more
'We probably thought that was it': The moment a nervous Hazlewood thought Australia had lost at Edgbaston
Josh Hazlewood explains what it was like being Australia's last remaining batter in the sheds, as Pat Cummins thinks back to the pain of 2019. ⌘ Read more
One game, nine points and no more chances: How NSW plan to save the women's Origin series
The Sky Blues are down 1-0 in the women's State of Origin series and victory alone will not be enough to take home the shield. Can they find an upset deep behind enemy lines? ⌘ Read more
Russian air strikes hit Kyiv, other cities as Ukraine reports progress in counteroffensive
Russia has struck military and infrastructure targets in Ukraine's capital and across other parts of the country, including western areas far from the front lines, according to Kyiv. ⌘ Read more
Family Court judges take outback trip in bid to break down fear in Indigenous communties
More than 80 judges from the Federal Circuit and Family Court have toured remote Aboriginal communities in the NT to listen, learn and break down barriers. ⌘ Read more
Councils invited to fight for new hospital on Vic-NSW border
Wodonga City Council mayor says political expediency is being prioritised over regional health, as he calls on surrounding councils to join the campaign for a new single-site hospital. ⌘ Read more
Qatar claims player accused of racial abuse was actually target of vilification from NZ players
Yusuf Abdurisag, the Qatari soccer player accused of a racist comment that caused a match against New Zealand to be abandoned, hits back at the claims. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX to follow global markets lower, Aussie dollar falls
It has been red across the board on global markets, with China's rate cut disappointing and traders awaiting testimony from the Federal Reserve chair. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Daniel Andrews remains highest-paid premier as Victorian MPs receive 3.5pc pay rise
Victorian politicians are set to receive a 3.5 per cent pay rise from next month following a decision by an independent tribunal that has drawn criticism. ⌘ Read more
'Disgusting, violent and depraved': Perth man jailed for 'horrendous' sexual abuse of stepdaughter
A "hardened" Perth judge says she was "shocked" by the level of offending from the man, as she jails him for more than two decades. WARNING: This story contains distressing content. ⌘ Read more
Neurodivergent people are 'often misunderstood'. This group created by a 22yo is changing lives
After struggling to make friends, Thomas Walters Whyte made the life-changing decision to create a social group for people with autism spectrum disorder. ⌘ Read more
More public housing to be built in Canberra despite Senate stalemate
Next week's ACT budget will fund 400 new public housing dwellings, and the renewal or replacement of another 1,000 homes. ⌘ Read more
Families expecting savings from childcare subsidies hit with fee hikes
Hundreds of families are advised their childcare fees will increase alongside the rollout of higher subsidies, prompting concerns the move is "opportunistic". ⌘ Read more
Bogdan owns a former farm in a city boundary. Now he has to pay a vacant land rate hike
A rate hike for vacant residential land is being used to combat the practice of "land banking" in Hobart, but some are concerned it will have unintended consequences. ⌘ Read more
Child Protection Department failed to investigate 'high-risk matters' relating to two families
South Australia's Department for Child Protection failed to ensure the protection of children was its "paramount consideration" when dealing with more than 90 notifications about two families, the state's ombudsman finds. ⌘ Read more
Netball legend the mastermind behind the rebuilding of an Australian sporting powerhouse
The Adelaide Thunderbirds are back from the netball wilderness after a four-year rebuild by coach Tania Obst, turning the side from the competition's easybeats to a team that is now just two wins from claiming a fifth flag. ⌘ Read more
Where does cotton not grow? Surprise cotton farms pop up in coastal regions
It's usually an inland crop, but cotton farms are popping up in unexpected regions across Queensland — even in traditional cane country. ⌘ Read more
Federal government introduces real-time reporting of deaths in custody
Indigenous and non-Indigenous deaths in custody will be reported in real-time from today as part of a federal government attempt to address the number of people dying behind bars. ⌘ Read more
'Not under any circumstances': Human Rights Commissioner criticises lengthy stays in hotel detention
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner criticises an over-reliance on hotels for use in immigration detention, and the often-lengthy stays many detainees are subjected to. ⌘ Read more
The new 3D printing technology helping the 'true artists' who make artificial eyes for people
Craig lost an eye to cancer but says the "hardest thing" has been people's reaction. A handmade orbital prosthesis has helped him feel more confident. ⌘ Read more
Liam has a garden full of cactus. He wants to know if this plant could help treat anxiety and depression
Mescaline, the hallucinogenic substance in some cacti, is illegal to use. But with the recent medical approval of other similar psychedelics, this scientist wants more research on the plant. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Ben Stokes grabs the game by the scruff for the neck … and then drops it
Australia wins a thrilling Ashes Test to gain an early advantage over England and the Bazball phenomena. Here are the main talking points from an enthralling day of cricket. ⌘ Read more
'Shooting them up': Inquiry hears parents injecting kids as young as eight with ice to commit crimes
A Tasmanian inquiry hears disturbing accounts of children being injected and given ice by parents wanting them to commit crimes. ⌘ Read more
Urgent review ordered into bus NSW bus safety after fatal Hunter Valley crash
The NSW government orders its Bus Industry Taskforce to review concerns around seat belt use, driver training and fatigue and safety management. ⌘ Read more
China and the US are talking again. But it's what preceded their meeting that's most significant
Both sides have stressed the importance of dialogue in order to avoid confrontation. But can US-China relations continue to improve, asks David SG Goodman. ⌘ Read more
How Cynthia managed to find 'beautiful, tender moments' while caring for her once-abusive father
Cynthia's relationship with her father was one of love but also fear. It meant suddenly becoming his carer was tough. ⌘ Read more
Why the future of cash might soon be facing a death spiral
Like cheques, cash will probably die gradually, then suddenly. By the time it does, there will be few users left who care, writes Peter Martin. ⌘ Read more
'Alive and suffering': Commercial roo shooters accused of animal cruelty
Commercial kangaroo shooters are regulated under a national code that's supposed to protect animal welfare, but activists say what happens in rural Australia at night can be in breach and cruel. As global sportswear brands and US politicians move to phase out the use of kangaroo leather, exporters are fighting to protect their industry. ⌘ Read more
Getting a GP appointment is hard; getting an urgent one is even harder
Patients who need to see a GP urgently are increasingly waiting more than 24 hours to be seen. But they may not know that general practices are meant to offer emergency bookings. ⌘ Read more
What to do if you're struggling to make your home loan repayments
Banks and financial counsellors are urging borrowers to take action before they miss home loan repayments. Here are some of the options you might have if it's becoming difficult to keep up with your mortgage. ⌘ Read more
Once optimistic Rex Airlines forecasts $35 million in losses for financial year
Australia's largest regional and domestic airline operator says they've been challenged by global shortages in crews and parts despite rebounds in post-COVID operations. ⌘ Read more
Rescuers racing against time to find missing passengers of Titanic tourist submersible
Search efforts are continuing for five people missing in a deep-ocean submersible in the northern Atlantic, with rescuers in a race against time as the submersible's oxygen levels dwindle. ⌘ Read more
Hunter Biden to plead guilty to federal tax and firearm charges
US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden agrees to plead guilty on three federal tax and firearm charges in a deal with the Justice Department. ⌘ Read more
Social media personality Andrew Tate to face trial for human trafficking
Romanian prosecutors send social media influencer Andrew Tate, his brother Tristan, and two other suspects to trial on charges of human trafficking and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women. ⌘ Read more
Police raid Paris 2024 Olympics headquarters amid embezzlement investigation
The headquarters of the Paris 2024 Olympics organising committee and those of its infrastructure partner have been searched by police as part of investigations into alleged embezzlement. ⌘ Read more
Five things we learned from the China-US meetings
Despite the first visit to Beijing of a US secretary of state in almost five years, there were signs that China was less than enthusiastic about welcoming Antony Blinken. Here are the key takeaways from the two-day visit. ⌘ Read more
WA couple allegedly steals $150k tractor, crashes into army base fence
A WA couple has been refused bail after allegedly stealing a tractor, erratically driving 80km along a Victorian highway and crashing into the fence of Puckapunyal Army Base. ⌘ Read more
'Red flags' about driver's visual impairment ignored before cyclist fatally hit, inquest told
An inquest into the death of a cyclist hit by a four-wheel drive on an SA highway hears a recommendation to annually re-test the driver — who was visually impaired after a stroke — was ignored. ⌘ Read more
The Reserve Bank has pointed directly to the elephant in the room
The stock market is a few percentage points away from an all-time high because some of Australia's biggest corporations are making record profits. But Australian households are under pressure, writes David Taylor. ⌘ Read more
Tennant Creek Show cancelled weeks out from event due to volunteer burnout, poor infrastructure
There is one less thing for Tennant Creek residents to look forward to this year after the cancellation of the town's annual show. ⌘ Read more
Major TV series planned for Australia canned amid rising costs due to US writers' strike
Universal Studious cancels a major production for TV series Metropolis that was set to employ hundreds, citing fallout from the US writers' strike ⌘ Read more
Founder of cryptocurrency firm Terraform Labs imprisoned for forging documents
Authorities in Montenegro say Do Kwon, who is wanted on allegations of fraud and financial crimes, tried to fly to Dubai using a fake Costa Rican passport. ⌘ Read more
Victim survivor lives in 'constant fear' nearly three years after Newcastle rape
A rape victim survivor has told her perpetrator that she still suffers flashbacks and is "terrified" of being alone around men. ⌘ Read more
Tweed mayor says flooded home buyback strategy fast-tracks 75 years of council work
The Northern Rivers council welcomes further details of the government-led plan, as 229 homes in its boundaries are deemed eligible. ⌘ Read more
'Culturally unsafe': Ngunnawal traditional owners say they are humiliated following ACT government's apology to Ngambri people
The United Ngunnawal Elders Council have today expressed their "deep hurt" at the ACT government's decision to apologise to the Ngambri people for failing to recognise them as traditional custodians. ⌘ Read more
Mistaken belief satchel containing drugs was stolen prompted Garema Place stabbing murder, court hears
Kenan Dowden-Carlisle, who previously pleaded guilty to stabbing Jordan Powell in broad daylight in 2021, tells a court he mistakenly believed Mr Powell took his satchel containing his drugs. ⌘ Read more
Greyhound live baiting revelations leave SA premier 'shocked' after industry assurances
Following three life bans for live baiting in SA's greyhound racing industry, the state's premier says there is scope for further inquiries to "ensure this practice isn't happening more broadly". ⌘ Read more
Lambie demands The Hague investigate Australian top brass over knowledge of war crimes
Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie has requested the International Criminal Court investigate senior Australian Defence Force commanders over their knowledge of alleged war crimes in Afghanistan. ⌘ Read more
NSW Aboriginal leaders say more education needed for Indigenous Voice referendum
With the Senate passing legislation for a Voice to Parliament, community leaders say it's a step toward amplifying Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices. ⌘ Read more
FOI shows NT government enlisted lobbying firm to get federal support for $1.5 billion project
The NT government paid consulting fees of almost $150,000 to a lobbying firm to try to "influence" the Commonwealth government to support a gas-based manufacturing hub on Darwin Harbour, FOI documents show. ⌘ Read more
Craft beer breweries buckle as 'luxury' beverages struggle under rising costs
A craft brewery on the New South Wales' Mid North Coast is the latest to shut its doors, as the industry faces increasing financial pressures as craft beer becomes a luxury good. ⌘ Read more
Thursday will be the shortest day of the year — here's why that might seem out of sync with the seasons
Winter solstice is only a few days away but it doesn't mark the beginning of winter in Australia. It also doesn't mark the middle of winter or even the coldest day of the year. ⌘ Read more
Is leaving dog poo in the street really so bad? The science says it's even worse than you think
Beyond the obvious unsightliness and the likelihood of making unwanted contact with dog poo, there are other important reasons to pick up after dogs, writes Melissa Starling. ⌘ Read more
A spot on this Titanic submersible expedition costs more than $300,000 — here's what we know about it
A submersible has gone missing while on a dive to the wreck of the Titanic in the Atlantic Ocean. Here's what we know so far. ⌘ Read more
'Like a crime ring': New Zealand brings stolen, traded Indigenous remains home
Snatched by grave robbers or traded by settlers as macabre curiosities, the remains of New Zealand's Indigenous people are slowly being brought home after centuries overseas. ⌘ Read more
'I'll give it a crack if I have to': Lyon's message as first Ashes Test earns classic Edgbaston comparison
As comparisons roll in between this opening Ashes Test and Edgbaston 2005, Nathan Lyon says he hopes he won't be called on to save the day. ⌘ Read more
Charity running Sydney's Catholic cemeteries reprimanded for refusing to open its books for audit
The Catholic Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, which operates cemeteries such as Rookwood in Western Sydney, has been at loggerheads with the former Coalition government over attempts to hand control of burial grounds to a state-run body. ⌘ Read more
Lidia Thorpe announces she will be backing No campaign against Indigenous Voice
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe gives her full support to the No case for the Voice to Parliament, following what she called a breakdown in negotiations with government on Indigenous justice. ⌘ Read more
New Hervey Bay turtle hospital a 'marriage of rehab, rescue, and research'
Sick and dying turtles on the Fraser Coast will no longer have to be rushed on a three-hour drive to Australia Zoo with the opening of Hervey Bay's own turtle hospital. ⌘ Read more
'Josh didn't have support': Gaps in NDIS contributed to death of man at train station, disability advocate says
Cracks in the National Disability Insurance Scheme contributed to the death of a 24-year-old man who died after being handcuffed at Perth's underground train station, according to a disability advocate. ⌘ Read more
'Robbing Peter to pay Paul': Lawyer handed jail time for stealing money from dead clients' estates
A respected Geelong lawyer has been sentenced to at least 12 months in prison for stealing $420,000 from his deceased clients' estates. ⌘ Read more
Indian airline IndiGo orders 500 Airbus jets to set new record
India's IndiGo airline is buying 500 passenger jets from Airbus, in a record order that underscores surging demand in the country. ⌘ Read more
NSW woman flown home from Thailand after 'terrible' holiday accident
Kylee Enwright is back in her home community after falling and hitting her head 10 hours into a Thailand holiday with her husband. ⌘ Read more
'They all hate you. It's pretty cool': What it's like to take on Lang Park
A stadium is just a stadium until people come into it and on Wednesday night New South Wales will try to conquer Lang Park and the legend of Queensland to keep the series alive. ⌘ Read more
Could you work with your family? Many generations of this family have made it work
When the American military turned up at Ray Taylor's family farm in southern Queensland on a search for salad during WWII it launched a business that continues today. ⌘ Read more
Mao's Last Dancer to step down after stunning career
After a stunning career that became the bestselling book and film, Mao's Last Dancer, the artistic director of the Queensland Ballet, Li Cunxin, has announced his plans to step away for good. ⌘ Read more
Sweet recognition for sugar cane researcher who solved a $50 million problem
Robert Magarey has spent his career looking for solutions to diseases that threaten Australia's sugar industry, finding the greatest reward in helping growers. ⌘ Read more
Robots, high-density planting just some of Young Farmer of the Year's fresh ideas
Fifth generation apple, pear and stone fruit grower Mitchell McNab says robotics will play a major role in the future to keep production costs down. ⌘ Read more
The EU has banned synthetic turf that uses old tyres. Why isn't Australia following suit?**
The number of artificial turf sports fields in NSW has increased from 30 in 2018 to 181 at last count, concerning community groups about their potential environmental impact. ⌘ Read more
How diversity helped 2023's Farmers of the Year keep a 150-year-old operation running strong
Tess and Andrew Herbert's "excellent" and innovative business practices allowed them weather the drought, the pandemic and catastrophic flooding. Now their efforts have been recognised with a top honour. ⌘ Read more
NSW treasurer delays tax hike for Sydney casinos, blaming previous government
Daniel Mookhey says the delay is necessary because his predecessors have failed to liaise with casinos about the changes. ⌘ Read more
Victoria to make it harder for murderers to reapply for parole, after Paul Denyer's request denied
Victoria's parole process is set to change so if a murderer is denied parole, they will have to wait at least five years before reapplying. The change comes after campaigning from the families of Paul Denyer's victims. ⌘ Read more
French green energy giant doubles down on Australia with mega WA battery
One of the world's biggest renewable energy providers is increasing its stakes in Australia after receiving approval to build a multi-billion-dollar battery in Western Australia's coal heartlands. ⌘ Read more
NT ministers handball questions over cost of court battle with former police commissioner
The frontbench of the NT government is staying silent on how much taxpayer money has been spent on legal fees following a secret settlement with the territory's ex-police commissioner. ⌘ Read more
'Mistakes have clearly been made': Second letter from failed bidder urges review of Victoria's myki overhaul contract
Another company which lost the contract to provide Victoria's public transport ticketing system has called for an urgent review of the tender process, saying it lacked rigour and transparency. ⌘ Read more
Reserve Bank almost left interest rates on hold this month
Minutes from this month's RBA board meeting show interest rates were almost kept steady this month. ⌘ Read more
Fresh bloodstained evidence uncovered at gay hate inquiry probing AC/DC manager's death
Crispin Dye's case which was due to be revisited today at an inquiry has now been delayed after a judge described NSW Police record keeping as "borderline shambolic". ⌘ Read more
Eight months on, Cassius Turvey's death is still sorely felt around Perth's eastern suburbs
At a youth centre where Cassius Turvey could often be found, a place that helps stop children from falling through the cracks, the teenager's death has had a long-lasting impact, as his friends try to deal with their loss. ⌘ Read more
Search for missing Gippsland man continues months after suspicious disappearance
Morwell resident John Swiety was last seen in a rural area about four hours' drive from his home. Police have launched a fresh appeal for information and say his loved ones are "desperate for answers". ⌘ Read more
'This blew us away, the power of social media': Online sleuths help locate butcher shop truck stolen in brazen heist
The truck, carrying $10,000 of fresh meat, went on to damage about 30 vehicles as it was driven down the Bruce Highway. The alleged thief had also stopped by a few hardware stores to buy paint in a bid to conceal the truck's logos. ⌘ Read more
Housing minister won't rule out dumping signature $10b fund in favour of easier paths to building housing
The federal government has left open the option of pursuing housing options that will be met with less resistance, after failing to pass its signature $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund. ⌘ Read more
No more flashy clothes, designer bags or 5-star hotels: Chinese bankers told to rein in expenses in austerity drive
From cutting salaries and bonuses and asking staff not to wear expensive clothes and watches at work, to reining in travel and entertainment expenses, Chinese financial firms have jumped on an austerity drive as Beijing pushes to bridge the wealth gap. ⌘ Read more
'A historic move': Bills introduced to legalise cannabis in NSW, Victoria and Western Australia
The Legalise Cannabis party says the move to reform cannabis legislation will help shift Australians out of the criminal justice system. ⌘ Read more
Matildas dare to dream of Women's World Cup success after England's Euros win on home soil
A month out from the Women's World Cup, the Matildas can look to emulate England's home Euros triumph — and there are plenty of parallels. ⌘ Read more
Ruins of Roman temple complex where Julius Caesar was killed, opens to tourists
With help of luxury jeweller Bulgari, the grouping of temples in Rome where ancient emperor Julius Caesar was assassinated has been opened to the public. ⌘ Read more
UN adopts world's first treaty to protect marine biodiversity
The UN has adopted the world's first treaty to protect the high seas and preserve marine biodiversity in international waters, marking a milestone after nearly 20 years of effort, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced Monday. ⌘ Read more
It's not just Oprah anymore — celebrity book clubs are booming
From Oprah to Reese Witherspoon, Kaia Gerber and now Dua Lipa  the celebrity book club trend has never been more popular. But do they have the same influence as they once did? ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX likely to open higher ahead of Reserve Bank minutes being released
The Australian share market is likely to hover near a seven-week high as investors await a detailed account of what the Reserve Bank board discussed when it decided to lift interest rates to an 11-year high earlier this month. Follow the latest updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more