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High hopes new airline will drive down fares, increase competition in WA and NT
Community leaders and industry analysts hope the arrival of Nexus Airlines on the Broome-Kununurra-Darwin route will help stimulate competition and drive down prices. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of dollars plus interstate travel — the price Georgie has to pay for endometriosis support
Georgie Hynes says there is a lack of support in regional and remote Australia — and she's one voice in a growing chorus of sufferers desperately calling for solutions. ⌘ Read more
Diamonds tick off first goal on 'unfinished business' list as they look to win back World Cup title
Australia begins their Netball World Cup campaign with a strong statement, while their high-performance systems continue to grow the game for other nations, writes Brittany Carter. ⌘ Read more
'Horrific time': Shyanne-Lee's grandmother thanks community amid grief over 14yo's alleged murder
Flowers, teddy bears and ribbons are being left near where 14-year-old Shyanne-Lee Tatnell was last seen — as the teen's grandmother thanks Tasmanians for their support and "beautiful gesture". ⌘ Read more
WA councillor stands by 'offensive' acknowledgement of country comments
The wording references "all Aboriginal communities", with one councillor saying she did not want to honour "all members" of any community. ⌘ Read more
Visitors go off Byron Bay, and the tourism sector suspects overexposure
There are fears Byron Bay's time in the sun has come to an end as the North Coast Tourism Symposium hears annual visitor numbers have dropped by one million since 2019. ⌘ Read more
Amid fears over sea ice, scientists worry Antarctic Division's $25m spending cut will be 'catastrophic'
Scientists fear crucial Antarctic research is at risk — in the midst of unprecedented sea ice changes – after the Australian Antarctic Division told staff it would need to find $25 million in savings. ⌘ Read more
'We're a little short': The call that keeps Victoria's oldest footballer coming back for more
When Stephen Giles first played a game for the Caramut Football Club, Harold Holt was the prime minister, The Beatles were topping the Billboard charts and the nation had just converted to decimal currency. ⌘ Read more
Just over a third of ACT businesses are female-owned, and the government is looking to grow that number
Lauren King runs a small Canberra business that employs three staff members and she says more government support would help potential business owners get started. ⌘ Read more
Pushing bikes in the car capital: Canberra road network may be overhauled to encourage cycling, walking
The ACT government wants to introduce some features of the world's most cycle-friendly cities to Canberra, including safer intersections. ⌘ Read more
Bushfire survivors hope inquest will help them prepare for worrying summer
The fire destroyed homes, burned through 20,000 hectares of bush over more than six weeks and cost the government millions to fight. Years later, residents are still waiting for answers. ⌘ Read more
Survivor's account, flight paths at centre of investigation into plane crash north of Brisbane
One pilot survived the mid-air collision in which a man and woman died on Friday morning. ⌘ Read more
Essential workers priced out as Gold Coast becomes most expensive region for renters in the country
Latest data shows Gold Coast rents have risen by more than 18 per cent over the past three years to an average of $820 a week, forcing people who grew up in the area to find a new place to call home. ⌘ Read more
Who's up for a Logie award this year? These are the nominations
The 63rd TV Week Logies will be broadcast tomorrow. Brush up on your television trivia with the event's list of nominees. ⌘ Read more
Why a repeat of Black Summer is unlikely this fire season despite El Niño warnings
Recent wildfires across the Mediterranean coupled with warnings of El Niño and Earth's hottest month on record have raised questions about what's ahead for Australia's bushfire season. ⌘ Read more
‘We know for a fact what's behind it all’: The common thread linking Sydney's gangland shootings
Police knew when Alen Moradian was shot dead a month ago that Sydney's gangland could explode. After a week of violence, they say it is all about control of drug trade in the city. ⌘ Read more
Almost half a century after designer Florence Broadhurst's gruesome murder, her granddaughter breaks her silence
The murder of the influential wallpaper designer in her Sydney factory in 1977 remains unsolved. Now her granddaughter wants answers. ⌘ Read more
Australia's most gas-dependent state is being forced to phase it out. Why? Will other states follow?**
"It's no longer plentiful, it's no longer cheap and it's also a fossil fuel." Why the Victorian government is pushing people to ditch gas. ⌘ Read more
Australian military band's Chinese embassy performance hits wrong note with diggers
A decision to allow the Royal Military Band to perform at a People's Liberation Army celebration in Canberra this week is criticised by veterans and the federal opposition. ⌘ Read more
Szafnauer out as Alpine F1 make mass changes
Alpine sit sixth in the F1 constructors' championship, well down on their performances a year earlier. ⌘ Read more
Portuguese artist rolls out banknote carpet to slam pope's visit costs
The famed street artist said the carpet depicting 500-euro notes is a protest on the state's spending on the papal visit as millions of Portuguese face increased inflation. ⌘ Read more
Greens shrug off threat of early election, sending PM letter with housing demands
The threat of an early election has done little to convince the federal Greens to abandon their opposition to the federal government's $10 billion housing future fund. ⌘ Read more
A weary Australia is limping towards the Ashes finish line, but a spirited fightback has kept it alive
A long Ashes series is approaching its conclusion, but on a day where the Australians could have seen the fifth Test slip away entirely, they proved there is still fight in their weary legs. ⌘ Read more
Trump took boxes of classified documents home and kept them next to his toilet. Here's why it could land him in jail
Donald Trump has been charged after trying and failing to delete CCTV evidence of farcical and allegedly criminal behaviour. How was he brought undone by a bunch of boxes? ⌘ Read more
Not just another 'Filipina bride': In grief, Alan searched for his mother's story
Migrations don't just happen, they're produced. It's a thread Alan Weedon followed as he retraced his mum Jesusita's story after her death. ⌘ Read more
Sexism or 'obscene' nepotism? Why the rise of Britain's youngest baroness has sparked an outcry
Dressed in an ermine-trimmed red robe, Charlotte Owen was sworn in as the newest baroness in the House of Lords. But her appointment has sparked a debate about the state of British democracy. ⌘ Read more
Dollars, dynasties and division: How the first week of Gina Rinehart's mining royalties civil trial unfolded
The business partnership between Lang Hancock and Peter Wright created billions – but the fractured relationship between the men's heirs is now playing out in the WA Supreme Court. ⌘ Read more
Ukraine's naval force is no match against Russia. How has it kept up in the water fight?**
With no naval fleet, Kyiv has been relying on sea drone technology and land-launched missiles to push back Moscow's maritime power. As Black Sea tensions simmer, will this continue to be enough? ⌘ Read more
With a possible double dissolution, Albanese has an exceptionally rare opportunity
Anthony Albanese has signalled a return to a sharper political contest with his announcement that the government would be reintroducing the legislation for its Housing Australia Future Fund next week, writes Laura Tingle. ⌘ Read more
When a mum breastfeeding her baby sparks outrage, we're focusing on the wrong things
It's natural to worry about the safety of children, but it seems there are real dangers, confected dangers and also concerns about dangers that only seem to exist for one small group of kids who all have mums that have travelled a similar path, writes Virginia Trioli. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Steve Smith's great run-out escape and Joe Root's stunning catch
Joe Root takes a mind-bending catch, while Steve Smith survives the tightest of run-out decisions as Australia battles hard on day two of the fifth Ashes Test at The Oval. Here are five things you missed overnight. ⌘ Read more
O'Callaghan creates world championship swimming history after sweeping the 100m and 200m freestyle titles
Australian swimming star Mollie O'Callaghan backs up her 200m freestyle title by claiming the 100m at the world championships in Japan. ⌘ Read more
Kim Jong Un joined by top Chinese and Russian officials in review of North Korea's nuclear-capable missiles and attack drones
Chinese Communist Party Politburo member Li Hongzhong and Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu join North Korea's president to review nuclear-capable missiles and attack drones at a military parade in Pyongyang. ⌘ Read more
Sudan conflict brings new atrocities to Darfur as militias kill, rape, burn homes
Two decades after Darfur became synonymous with genocide and war crimes, Amnesty International is reporting widespread killings, rapes and destruction of villages due to a power struggle between the Sudan government and a powerful paramilitary group. ⌘ Read more
AFL live: Blues and Pies to pack MCG for one of the biggest games of the season
Carlton's late-season charge towards finals will be severely tested by the ladder-leading Collingwood in an MCG Friday night blockbuster. Follow our live AFL ScoreCentre for all the scores, stats and results. ⌘ Read more
Live: Australian batters trying to build on day-one performance in final Ashes Test
Australia is trying to go big in its first innings after sending England in to bat on day one of the final Ashes Test at the Oval. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Easter beach trip with pet bunny on Kangaroo Island leads to $1,200 in fines
While two tourists are fined for taking their rabbit with them on an Easter trip to Kangaroo Island, a pet owner from the island has pleaded guilty over a separate incident involving two emaciated dogs, authorities say. ⌘ Read more
British Ministry of Defence investigates why emails meant for Pentagon sent to Russian ally
British media outlets, using headlines such as "You've got Mali", are poking fun at UK military officials who are investigating why emails intended for the US were unwittingly sent to Russian ally Mali. ⌘ Read more
Shane Tuck 'pushed through hell', his sister tells inquest
Richmond footy player Shane Tuck "pushed through hell" with a brain injury, his sister tells an inquest. Meanwhile the AFL says a protective helmet is still in the concept phase. ⌘ Read more
As an El Niño looms, AI is being rolled out in SA's largest forestry region to detect bushfires more quickly
In an Australian first, artificial intelligence will be used in South Australia's Green Triangle forestry region to monitor for bushfires and improve emergency response times. ⌘ Read more
NRL live: Rabbitohs face Tigers as they push for top-eight return
A win over Wests Tigers in Tamworth could see South Sydney finish the round back inside the top eight, with the finals on the horizon. Later tonight, Melbourne Storm and Parramatta face off at Docklands. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
Australia's first commercial hydrogen refuelling station for trucks opens at Port Kembla
The nation's largest supplier of industrial gas, Coregas, opens a first-of-its-kind commercial hydrogen refuelling station for heavy vehicles in the Illawarra. ⌘ Read more
Live: England and Denmark face off in battle of Group D leaders
England and Denmark won their opening Group D matches and face off at the Sydney Football Stadium this evening. ⌘ Read more
Singapore executes first woman in almost 20 years
Anti-death penalty activists have denounced the execution, days after another, and say there are fears a third prisoner could be killed next week. ⌘ Read more
'Fundamental and tragic error': Baby's death at Adelaide hospital could have been prevented, coroner finds
The inquest heard that the mother's heart rate was monitored instead of the baby's for nearly 30 minutes. It also heard the most senior doctor rostered on that night was a first-year obstetrics registrar who didn't have experience in handling a complicated urgent assisted delivery. ⌘ Read more
'Vegas baby!' Kylie Monogue announces first ever residency
Australia's princess of pop will star in her first residency, following a run of successes with her recent hit Padam Padam. ⌘ Read more
Designs unveiled for National Aboriginal Art Gallery precinct in Alice Springs
Designs for a multi-million-dollar Aboriginal art gallery in Alice Springs have been released, following years of failed negotiations with Indigenous custodians over the project's location. ⌘ Read more
Securing evacuation routes key focus of new $100m flood-resilience package for NSW Northern Rivers
Additional federal funding is announced for 20 projects designed to mitigate the impact of floods in northern NSW, with almost half the money to go towards raising access roads to the low-lying town of Ballina. ⌘ Read more
The ruins of a long lost Roman theatre have been found steps away from the Vatican
The archaeological site was discovered during renovations to a Palazzo preparing for a luxury hotel to take over. ⌘ Read more
'You deserved so much more than this': Tributes flow for victim of suspected murder-suicide
The suspected murder of Perth mother Georgia Lyall, believed by police to be at the hands of her ex-partner, leaves those who knew her grieving and in disbelief. ⌘ Read more
Two people charged with greyhound mistreatment following ABC report
Greyhound Racing SA lays 12 charges against two registered industry participants following reports by the ABC about alleged animal mistreatment. ⌘ Read more
The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week. ⌘ Read more
Emmy Awards postponed for the first time since 9/11**
The awards show, due to be held in September, will be delayed due to ongoing actor and writer strikes, Variety reports. ⌘ Read more
Meet Elizabeth, the AI patient helping to train nurses for real life bush emergencies
When Elizabeth arrives at hospital she is screaming and writhing in pain, as the fully animated mannequin plays her part in training bush nurses for real life emergencies. ⌘ Read more
Argentina, South Africa play out thrilling World Cup draw
Two late goals brought Argentina back into the contest, but neither side could find a winner in the Group G clash across the Tasman in Dunedin/Ōtepoti. ⌘ Read more
ABC accused of engaging in 'inexcusable abuse of power' by publishing 'false articles' about war veteran
Lawyers for war veteran Heston Russell accuse the ABC of engaging in an "inexcusable abuse of power" by publishing "false articles" before using a "PR machine" to defend the journalism. ⌘ Read more
Dentist calls for subsidised treatments as cost of living puts bite on oral care
A dentist says patients are putting off root canals, crowns and other important procedures as they struggle with financial hardship. But concerns are also being raised that people aren't using the existing entitlements available. ⌘ Read more
Funding pledged to address water security 'crisis' in remote NT communities
Yuendumu in Central Australia and Milingimbi in East Arnhem Land will receive total of $26.7 million in water infrastructure projects will be funded across both communities. ⌘ Read more
Paramedics rush to 'significant incident' involving two planes north of Brisbane
Paramedics are responding to a "significant incident" at Caboolture Airfield involving two aircraft. ⌘ Read more
McLaren targets race wins in 'near future' after rapid rise of Piastri and Norris
McLaren has made a surge up the grid in the past two races, with Piastri claiming fourth and fifth in Britain and Hungary. ⌘ Read more
Eagles bassist Randy Meisner dies aged 77
He was a founding member of the iconic American band known for favourites such as Take It Easy and The Best of My Love. ⌘ Read more
Victoria bans gas connections in new homes from 2024
The Victorian government will ban gas connections to new homes and residential subdivisions from January 1 next year. ⌘ Read more
Courtney picked up a tennis racket about a year ago. Now she is representing Australia
This athlete wants to achieve a lot. But the 19-year-old says if she keeps working towards her goals, then "anything is possible." ⌘ Read more
Matildas on a knife-edge as they hope for Sam Kerr's World Cup return against Canada
The Matildas are still no closer to knowing whether Sam Kerr will be available to face Canada in their crucial final group match, as their World Cup campaign hangs in the balance following the loss to Nigeria. ⌘ Read more
Super typhoon heads towards China after ferry capsize kills at least 21 in Philippines
Typhoon Doksuri regains super typhoon strength in its final approach to south-eastern China after pummelling Taiwan and the northern Philippines with rain and strong winds that led to the capsize of a ferry in which at least 21 people died. ⌘ Read more
Man accused of murdering teen Shyanne-Lee Tatnell to appear in court
A 36-year-old Scottsdale man accused of murdering Tasmanian teen Shyanne-Lee Tatnell after the discovery of bushland remains will be named when he appears in court this morning. ⌘ Read more
Trump faces additional charges as second employee is charged in US classified documents case
Former US president Donald Trump is facing additional charges in the Justice Department's classified documents investigation, along with a maintenance worker at his Mar-a-Lago resort. ⌘ Read more
NT minister walks back claim that attendance-based method was used to distribute federal school funds
Education Minister Eva Lawler on Wednesday said the NT government would use an attendance-based method to distribute the $40 million. On Thursday, she said it would instead use enrolment figures. ⌘ Read more
Esther's lived in Australia since 2009. She'd vote Yes to the Voice if she could
Awareness of the Voice is low among newly arrived migrant and refugee communities, a survey by settlement service AMES Australia finds. ⌘ Read more
Housing crisis exacerbates staff shortage, creating 'volatile' situation at regional WA jail
A severe housing shortage in the Pilbara is escalating tensions at Roebourne Regional Prison, according to the state's prison officers union. ⌘ Read more
When Kat casts her vote in the Rockingham by-election, getting a roof over her head will be front of mind
As Rockingham votes for Mark McGowan's replacement, there's hope his successor will tackle the city's growing housing and homelessness issue. ⌘ Read more
Weekly news quiz: Elon's big rebrand, Barbie breaks the box office and a company mega-merger
Will you be a blockbuster hit with the news quiz? Test your knowledge to find out. ⌘ Read more
Should the Matildas' loss to Nigeria be a reality check?**
The Matildas dominated Nigeria in almost every category, but what does it matter when they lost the only one that counts, writes Sam Lewis. ⌘ Read more
Thieves take ancient coins from remote SA farmhouse, but they're so rare they won't be easy to sell
A retired farmer says his 1,000-strong rare-coin collection has been stolen along with its heavy safe, which would have needed "four people to lift". ⌘ Read more
NSW Corrections boss notes 'systemic' failures linked to First Nations inmate's death
A 26-year-old First Nations inmate referred to as RRC died in his cell at Shortland Correctional Centre at Cessnock in 2021. His inquest hears there were "systemic" failures in the lead-up to his death. ⌘ Read more
After Jay suffered a traumatic brain injury, she had to relearn everything including her beloved guitar
Margaret River musician Jay Wood woke from a coma after a car crash left her in a near-helpless state of  'being like a baby", but that hasn't stopped her kickstarting her life from scratch. ⌘ Read more
Victoria Cross could fetch more than $1 million as family offloads 'treasure'
An auction house says the nieces of a man who was killed after destroying three Japanese machine gun posts in 1942 decided to sell his medal because there was a lot of responsibility in safeguarding it. ⌘ Read more
Melbourne Water consulted insurer, government on independent flood review, documents reveal
Melbourne Water discussed "tweaking" the parameters of the Maribyrnong River flood review based on input from its insurer, documents reveal ⌘ Read more
Victoria's premier is not wasting this opportunity — he has used IBAC's recommendations to strengthen the government's power
Daniel Andrews has used the controversy surrounding IBAC's latest report to take power away from local councils and into his and his ministers' hands, writes Richard Willingham. ⌘ Read more
'Succession is a real life drama': Are the patriarchal tides turning for farm daughters?**
For a long time, the eldest son has been seen as the natural successor to a family farm. But there is change on the horizon. ⌘ Read more
The Ashes may be settled, but the battle for the narrative is just getting started
This fifth Ashes Test at The Oval is no dead rubber, as every subplot and story that has made this series great comes to a head with the history and future of the game seemingly on the line, Dean Bilton writes. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Matildas face do-or-die clash against Canada as Australia fails to capitalise on early dominance
Australia's loss to Nigeria sets up a must-win clash against Canada in Melbourne on Monday — these are the five things we learned from the day of play. ⌘ Read more
In a remote African town, armed men with Russian accents suddenly arrived. Putin's enemy sent them
Yevgeny Prigozhin's attempted mutiny last month might have failed in Russia, but in Mali and a handful of other African nations, the Wagner Group's influence — and reign of terror — is expanding. ⌘ Read more
Answers wanted over cause of lead leaching into drinking water
Documents show the Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council raised concerns with the state government over critical infrastructure failures more than a year before lead was discovered in the community's tap water. ⌘ Read more
Reprisal allegations should have been reported after meeting with Queensland minister, legal expert says
Legal practitioners say a Palaszczuk government minister was obliged to report reprisal allegations raised in a one-on-one meeting with a whistleblower last year. ⌘ Read more
The Logies 2023 are almost here: Here's how to watch and who's up for a Gold Logie
Pop on your gold glitter, Australian television's night of night is almost here. ⌘ Read more
Eileen used to feel her heart pounding through her chest. An organ donation changed everything
Eileen needed a new set of lungs as a result of a condition that affected her heart. Her family would like to see more people register as organ donors. ⌘ Read more
Dan has been punched, spat on and threatened while at work in the ED. He's desperate for change
Dan Bell will never forget the day he had to help save the life of a colleague who'd been stabbed by a patient at Tasmania's North West Regional Hospital. It made him question his future as an emergency department nurse. ⌘ Read more
Presidents of Indonesia and China meet in Chengdu
Indonesian President Joko Widodo meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in China's south-western city of Chengdu for talks about joint projects, including the development of Indonesia's capital. ⌘ Read more
Inside Australia's 'booming' invertebrate trade, where live spiders are sent through the mail
Australia Post is trying to stop online retailers from shipping live bugs across the country in the mail after researchers raised biosecurity and conservation concerns. ⌘ Read more
Universities say AI cheats can't be beaten, moving away from attempts to block AI
Universities have told a Senate inquiry it is not "feasible" to attempt to detect AI cheats, instead saying the sector will have to overhaul its entire approach to teaching to ensure students actually learn what they are meant to. ⌘ Read more
Two-thirds of Australians pay someone to lodge their tax return. We took a look at why
Most Australians pay tax agents because they see it as easier and a way to maximise tax refunds. Yet our survey found most people who have used the myTax site found it easy, and plan to use it again. ⌘ Read more
'Bringing people to tears shows how human they are': Why millions weep at this massive pilgrimage
Each year, millions of Shiite Muslims flock to Karbala in Iraq to mourn Imam Hussein. So what does Ashura mean to them? ⌘ Read more
This week we saw an odd shortcoming in Albanese's sales pitch for the Voice
A report from the Productivity Commission has exposed – without spelling it out – an odd shortcoming in the Albanese government's sales pitch for its Voice proposal, writes Michelle Grattan. ⌘ Read more
Berivan faced a terrible choice – to win her freedom she had to abandon her daughter
When Berivan was freed from ISIS captivity she faced a terrible choice: leave her homeland forever or abandon her daughter. Now she hopes Australia will come to the rescue, writes Stephanie March. ⌘ Read more
Two of the most powerful figures in US politics land in Brisbane for high-level talks
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Secretary of State Antony Blinken are here for meetings with their counterparts ahead of joint AUSMIN talks that are likely to feature climate change, regional geopolitics, AUKUS and expanding defence ties between Australia and the United States. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Aussies spill catches and Cummins hits back
Australia's poor catching cost them 111 runs on day one of the final Ashes Test at The Oval, but a starring hand from Pat Cummins helped arrest the slide. Here's your five quick hits from day one of the fifth Test. ⌘ Read more
Sinéad O'Connor was found unresponsive at London address, police say death is not being treated as suspicious
Police say singer Sinéad O'Connor was found unresponsive at an address in London and pronounced dead at the scene. ⌘ Read more
'Cruel' northern summer set to deliver Earth's hottest month on record
The United Nations Secretary-General has delivered a dramatic speech Thursday night, warning the heatwaves searing much of the Northern Hemisphere have been a "disaster" for the planet. An emerging El Niño means it may be just the start. ⌘ Read more
How the internet reacted to the Matildas' loss to Nigeria
It started so well, and ended in calamity. The internet watched on in horror as the Matildas lost 3-2 to Nigeria in Brisbane. ⌘ Read more