Movie tickets are nearly always the same price, whether the film is a flop or a sold-out blockbuster. Why? And how much more does a trip to the movies cost than 20 years ago? Peter Martin explains. ⌘ Read more
Movie tickets are nearly always the same price, whether the film is a flop or a sold-out blockbuster. Why? And how much more does a trip to the movies cost than 20 years ago? Peter Martin explains. ⌘ Read more
Almost two years after the fall of Kabul, some Afghans in Australia are struggling to help their family members, who are endangered due to their support for Australia. Three men have embarked on a gruelling walk to Canberra to make their concerns heard. ⌘ Read more
Six contestants file complaints with police, accusing organisers of sexual harassment in what was meant to be a costume fitting. ⌘ Read more
Across West Africa, a sweeping popular movement shaped by anger towards France, the country's former coloniser, is gathering steam and Vladimir Putin is watching very closely. ⌘ Read more
The Matildas need to take down France if they are to make the semifinals for the first time after Les Bleues' latest big win. Here are five things from the final round-of-16 games at the Women's World Cup. ⌘ Read more
China asks the Philippines to tow away a grounded World War II warship from a disputed shoal after Manila rejected Beijing's earlier demand. ⌘ Read more
Thousands line the streets of Sinead O'Connor's hometown of Bray, Ireland to pay tribute to the singer before a private funeral. ⌘ Read more
The second day of closing submissions to the NSW Bushfire Coronial Inquiry hears about delays in the issue of emergency warnings, followed by recommendations to verify intelligence in a more timely manner. ⌘ Read more
David Routledge, 55, died when a high wall at Middlemount mine, south-west of Mackay, collapsed and buried him in 2019. ⌘ Read more
With two men charged and refused bail last week, police have now charged a third man over the alleged shooting murder of Anthony Nugent at the front door of his Hamilton South unit in September. ⌘ Read more
An L-plater avoids jail but is banned from driving for six years after police find vision on his own GoPro camera of him doing wheelies and speeding up to 130 kilometres per hour through Mount Gambier. ⌘ Read more
A remote court sitting has heard competing claims from FMG, traditional owners and the WA government amid a $500m dispute. ⌘ Read more
Teenagers from more than 100 countries, including over 900 Australians, have been evacuated from the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea in a logical exercise of military-like precision. ⌘ Read more
More flights on bigger planes through the major international transit hub of Singapore are on the cards for Australian travellers and industry figures say there could be a chance to tap into lucrative new markets. ⌘ Read more
We will find out tonight whether the Matildas will face France or Morocco in the FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals, but first, surprise packets Colombia and Jamaica face off in Melbourne. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
North Melbourne midfielder Ben Cunnington joins a growing group of star retirements in the AFL. Check out the full list here. ⌘ Read more
Four more NSW local government areas are declared in drought and, as the opposition calls on the government to reveal its preparedness plan, the premier says announcements will be made in next month's budget. ⌘ Read more
The federal government will begin to refer to Israel's settlements in the West Bank as "illegal settlements in the occupied territories", hardening its language on the Palestinian territories. ⌘ Read more
The ACT Bar Association said outgoing Director of Public Prosecutions Shane Drumgold currently held a restricted government practising certificate that allowed him to work as a barrister in the ACT, but only while employed in the top job or for that office. ⌘ Read more
The Inspector of Custodial Services says the prison, hit by multiple escapes in recent years, is dilapidated, poorly maintained and offers inmates no meaningful opportunities for rehabilitation. ⌘ Read more
Paul Ross Charlton tried to profit from murdering his ex-partner Joanne Howell by lodging a claim for a victims of crime compensation payout, court hears. ⌘ Read more
One Nation's NSW leader Mark Latham files his defence to a defamation action brought by independent MP Alex Greenwich. ⌘ Read more
The partner of an Adelaide man killed in a hit-and-run crash says the driver has blood on his hands that he will never be able to wash off. ⌘ Read more
A woman accused of murdering her elderly parents by giving them insulin has been granted bail in the Supreme Court. ⌘ Read more
The woman in her 30s was found dead in her home in a quiet residential street in Perth's inner north-eastern suburbs in what police believe was a domestic dispute. ⌘ Read more
Lawyers for Gina Rinehart claim a 1987 agreement shows Wright Prospecting relinquished any rights to Hancock Prospecting's Hope Downs project. ⌘ Read more
The body of a 60-year-old woman was found in the burnt-out house at Goldie, near Lancefield. ⌘ Read more
An officer who shot dead tradie Luke Gilbert in Airlie Beach last year has been questioned about his comments before the alleged confrontation, and whether he believed the tradie may have wanted to be shot. ⌘ Read more
The man, who cannot be identified to protect the identity of his partner and baby, pleaded guilty to a string of offences including sexual intercourse without consent, deprivation of liberty and assault. ⌘ Read more
The 2018 premiership player makes the announcement after senior teammate Shannon Hurn recently flagged his retirement. ⌘ Read more
Customers at a beach cafe in northern NSW were surprised to see a koala strolling along the sand in the winter sun. But its adventure has sparked concerns about habitat loss. ⌘ Read more
The transnational task force targeted criminal networks that police say pose a significant risk to the community. ⌘ Read more
Consumer confidence was down across all the mainland states, as analysis points to consumers still bracing for further rate rises. ⌘ Read more
Concerns have been raised around the use of an insecticide to control the varroa mite outbreak in New South Wales and its impact on the native bee population. ⌘ Read more
Ex-Opal Liz Cambage makes the shock claim she is trying to play for Nigeria, the basketball team she was accused of racially abusing before the Tokyo Olympics. ⌘ Read more
During the height of the pandemic, Zoom became so popular that its use sparked phrases like "zoom fatigue". But as employers navigate a post-COVID world, the company is ordering staff back to the office. ⌘ Read more
The moment of fury England's young star Lauren James had in the FIFA Women's World Cup clash against Nigeria was reminiscent of those suffered by David Beckham and Wayne Rooney — but this time the Lionesses survived. For how much longer is up to them, writes Simon Smale. ⌘ Read more
A man who has type 1 diabetes is calling for more awareness after being questioned about his insulin and jelly beans while trying to enter a nightclub in Adelaide's CBD. ⌘ Read more
Russia's education minister unveils the new school textbook, saying it presents "the state's point of view" to teenagers. ⌘ Read more
When you think of dangerous jobs, a postie probably isn't at the top of the list. However new data reveals the humble postie is coming into harm's way more than you might realise. ⌘ Read more
Labor MP Darren West lashes out at critics of the WA government's Aboriginal Cultural Heritage legislation as the government prepares to announce sweeping changes to the laws. ⌘ Read more
When Sea Swift announced it would suspend its mothership services to the northern prawn fleet just weeks out from the season, fishermen were stunned and are looking for other options. ⌘ Read more
SpaceX and Tesla CEO Elon Musk is yet to commit to a date for the physical fight while his opponent, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg declares himself "ready". ⌘ Read more
Trail runners and police urge people to "be prepared for the unexpected" after a runner was lost for several hours in the Victorian Alps. ⌘ Read more
South Sydney club legend Sam Burgess will leave his post as an assistant to become head coach of English outfit Warrington. ⌘ Read more
A judge tosses out Mr Trump's legal attempt to prove he was defamed by E. Jean Carroll, who claims the former US leader raped her in a department store dressing room. ⌘ Read more
Twenty-year-old Emily Banks wins the Kimberley's Jewel of the North campdrafting competition in a field of competitive riders from the NT and WA. ⌘ Read more
A 17-year-old schoolboy has been charged over a car crash in Brisbane's north-west last month which killed one of his friends and injured another. ⌘ Read more
TikTok is starting a massive recruitment drive for tech workers in Sydney in a move one expert says is linked to concerns over its links with China. ⌘ Read more
Dozens of people reported seeing what looked like a flaming meteor in the night sky over Melbourne last night, but was probably space junk re-entering the atmosphere. ⌘ Read more
Non-Indigenous Australians are 18 per cent more likely to die due to extreme heat compared to Indigenous Australians, a study has found. The remedy is common sense, according to a Warumungu elder. ⌘ Read more
Having grappled with their heavyweight status, the Matildas defeated Denmark in the way only a serious World Cup contender should. ⌘ Read more
The British government is moving asylum seekers onto barges in a bid to cut down on the cost of hotel rooms, but refugee advocates oppose the plan to create what they say are "quasi floating prisons". ⌘ Read more
Emily Petricola doubles Australia's gold medal tally at the cycling worlds but Logan Martin has to settle for silver in the BMX freestyle. ⌘ Read more
Australia's largest food relief charity wants the federal government to change its tax arrangements to make donating unwanted produce less costly for businesses. ⌘ Read more
Support services say they want to see the government's focus on homelessness broadened beyond building homes to include more funding for innovative projects like this coffee van with a twist. ⌘ Read more
The former Minneapolis police officer is unrepentant for his role in the killing, claiming during his sentencing hearing that his "conscience is clear". ⌘ Read more
Today's latest news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
During Joy Burch's 16-year ACT political career, she has been minister of a number of different portfolios, and will retire having been the longest-serving assembly speaker. ⌘ Read more
Correctional Services NSW has agreed to increase the number of inmate-build modular homes for the Aboriginal Housing Office, with a real need for five-bedroom homes and a workforce eager to build skills. ⌘ Read more
Neill Blomkamp directs a biopic about a British racing driver who started his career on a racing simulator video game. ⌘ Read more
A Brisbane man filmed crushing three plover chicks to death in their nest with his ute is given a formal warning and a $718 fine. ⌘ Read more
Australians are facing a "broken" insurance system as the risk of bushfires, floods and cyclones increases with climate change, a new report out today says. ⌘ Read more
Dino Borrato lost close to $1 million and continues to plough some of his crop into the ground as the spinach industry recovers from last year's contamination event. ⌘ Read more
A Russell Island soccer club will observe a minute's silence to honour the memory of their 11-year-old goalie who died tragically in a house fire over the weekend. ⌘ Read more
Tasmania's first multi-storey building using timber is taking shape on the city skyline, as pressure grows to use alternatives to greenhouse-gas-intensive materials like steel. ⌘ Read more
Nearly three months after elections, Thailand's populist Pheu Thai party announces it will form a coalition government with the Bhumjaithai party and others. ⌘ Read more
The prolonged spell of warmer-than-normal weather in recent months is tipping 2023 as the firm favourite to set a new annual record. ⌘ Read more
The excitement and positivity at the Darling Harbour fan site was palpable when Matildas' star player Sam Kerr came on the pitch in Australia's World Cup clash against Denmark. ⌘ Read more
Despite years of trade surpluses and a budget surplus to boot, the Australian dollar is on the slide once more — and it's all thanks to commodities and interest rates, writes business editor Ian Verrender. ⌘ Read more
In the 1967 referendum on Indigenous rights, the NSW electorate of Cowper recorded one of the highest 'no' votes. Now, Gumbaynggirr elders are reflecting on past lessons as they prepare for the second Indigenous referendum in their lifetime. ⌘ Read more
Sam Kerr returned to playing action and England survived a massive scare to beat Nigeria on penalties, despite having their young star sent off. Here are the five quick hits. ⌘ Read more
When will the Sam Kerr-captained side play again, and who will they be clashing with in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup? ⌘ Read more
Ukraine's intelligence agency detains a woman allegedly helping Russian authorities plan an air strike on an area President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited last month. ⌘ Read more
Australia will require both climate and gender objectives in much of its foreign aid spending, under a new framework aimed at strengthening Australia's influence in the Indo-Pacific. ⌘ Read more
The vote by the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association staves off industrial action, but the union says its members recognise 4 per cent isn't enough and vow to continue their fight for better pay. ⌘ Read more
A date for the Voice to Parliament referendum is yet to be announced because "there are still so many" Australians that need to be reached, Labor senator Malarndirri McCarthy tells Q+A during a special broadcast from Garma Festival. ⌘ Read more
The Australian Federal Police reveals details of the joint FBI operation targeting child abuse material on the dark web. ⌘ Read more
Emergency services are at the scene after the woman was found dead inside a home on Birkett Street in Bedford. ⌘ Read more
Fourteen people were reported to have died over the weekend in a northeastern Chinese city due to flooding caused by Typhoon Doksuri. ⌘ Read more
The first recommendation suggested by counsel assisting the coronial inquiry is the creation of national standards for firefighting truck cabins, with "three tragic incidents" highlighting the need to reassess safety. ⌘ Read more
A court has heard that the woman accused of murdering her father by injecting him with her own insulin was last seen at his house hours before he was found unconscious. ⌘ Read more
It's been revealed the SA government is spending $1.2 million of funding allocated for public schools on an advertising campaign spruiking five technical colleges it promised to build if elected, sparking criticism from teachers and the opposition. ⌘ Read more
The parents of Matildas stars are reflecting on their children's successes as they await a knock-out clash against Denmark in the Women's World Cup. ⌘ Read more
Coroner Terry Ryan finds police officers "missed opportunities" to protect Samantha Schulte and remove firearms from her estranged husband before the siege. ⌘ Read more
A man who had four different relationships with women between 2009 and 2020, was financially controlling, volatile, and demanded sex, a Supreme Court jury hears. ⌘ Read more
A Melbourne couple charged with enslaving a woman at their Melbourne home for 10 months has been ordered to stand trial, after several court delays and changes to their legal representation. ⌘ Read more
The museum houses a collection of items from Sir Henry Parkes's political life including an iron gavel from his time as NSW premier, a collection of self-penned poetry, and two ivory walking sticks. ⌘ Read more
The Matildas meet Denmark for a spot in the quarter finals of the FIFA Women's World Cup, after England takes on Nigeria in Brisbane. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
A subdivision in a South Australian town with a severe housing shortage is stopped by the Native Vegetation Council because of the diversity of plant species on the property. Three rare animals may also live there. ⌘ Read more
The Yindjibarndi Aboriginal Corporation seeks $500 million a year in compensation from Fortescue Metals Group, for losses caused by the company's Solomon Hub in WA. ⌘ Read more
Is eating a beef burger worse for your health than eating a lean grass-fed steak? And how much red meat should we really be eating? Katherine Livingstone weighs the evidence. ⌘ Read more
The famous sporting showdown on the Tiwi Islands drew local football fanatics and mainland tourists to Wurrumiyanga Oval on Sunday. ⌘ Read more
The ACT government makes public the report of the board of inquiry into the prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann, days after some of its contents were published by the media. ⌘ Read more
The pair will be the first mother and daughter and first from the Caribbean in space next week on a commercial voyage. ⌘ Read more
The red meat industry concedes it could fall short of its ambitious target, but insists it still has seven years and a solid plan to get there. ⌘ Read more
Just three weeks after its release, Greta Gerwig's Barbie has collected more than $1 billion at the global box office — and it's on track to become the biggest movie of the year. ⌘ Read more
Controversial MP David O'Byrne confirms he wants to run as a Labor candidate at the next election — a decision that will be made by the national Labor executive rather than rank-and-file members. ⌘ Read more
Environment Minister Penny Sharpe says reducing the population of feral horses in Kosciuszko National Park won't be achieved without aerial shooting. ⌘ Read more
Alcoa could have its current plans to mine assessed by WA's environmental watchdog for the first time in history, following drinking water concerns. ⌘ Read more