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Coronial inquiry underway for boy who died from influenza days after hospital discharge
A boy, 6, has died days after he was discharged from a SA hospital. An MP says other families have come forward with "similar complaints". ⌘ Read more
Troy Maskell guilty of manslaughter after throwing drink bottle that hit man in head
John Burke, 73, died of a secondary brain bleed two months after he was struck in the head by a bottle while at a service station in Strathmerton. ⌘ Read more
Chris Minns backs NSW public holiday if Matildas win World Cup
The NSW premier says the holiday would not be immediately after the victory. ⌘ Read more
Lahaina was once a lush green resort, it's now been reduced to ash and rubble
Aerial footage and satellite images show how devastating the fires that engulfed the Hawaiian island of Maui have been, as crews continue searching for survivors. ⌘ Read more
Man doesn't contest case citing 'remorse and sorrow', jailed for crash that killed mother and daughter
Tyrendarra farmer David James Frost, 53, was jailed for five-and-a-half years on Monday, the driver of a vehicle that killed a mother and daughter on Christmas Eve, 2021. ⌘ Read more
'Serious concerns' as search resumes for missing 71yo fisher feared swept off rocks
A six-hour search for the man on Sunday failed to locate him, but the multi-agency effort has again resumed today. ⌘ Read more
'Disappointing and frustrating': Jetstar cancels October flights between Darwin and Bali
The airline confirms it has cancelled flights between Darwin and Denpasar for three weeks in October due to runway upgrades at Darwin Airport. ⌘ Read more
'As good as a hip replacement': Why thousands of women are turning to breast reductions to improve quality of life
Surgery to decrease bra-cup sizes is on the increase in Australia. Helen Stojanovski just wishes she'd booked her surgery sooner. ⌘ Read more
'Triumph and tragedy' of town divided in fight against mining giant
Once synonymous with alcohol abuse and social malaise, Roebourne is a town in recovery. But traditional owners lament what they say are the divisions caused by a mining giant. ⌘ Read more
Spectacular meteor shower lights up skies across the world
The annual Perseid meteor shower reached its peak this weekend, sending bright trails of light streaking across the night sky around the world. ⌘ Read more
Packaging made from food waste could save millions of tonnes of produce from landfill
Nanocellulose is a tiny fibre with huge potential. It can be created from food waste and transformed into biodegradable packaging. ⌘ Read more
Arson detectives release image of man wanted over a dozen suspicious bushfires at Wieambilla
Twelve fires were deliberately lit between January and April in bushland near Tara and Wieambilla, destroying more than 4,600 hectares and 14 homes. ⌘ Read more
Melanoma rates dropping for younger people in Queensland, but skin cancer still on the rise
A Greens senator's experience with skin cancer prompts a warning about cumulative sun exposure as skin cancer rates rise, despite the success of the Slip Slop Slap campaign for those born after 1980. ⌘ Read more
More than 300,000 vapes seized from Perth warehouse in record-breaking haul
WA authorities discover 15 tonnes of vapes in Perth's north-east in what they say is the biggest-ever bust of its kind in the state and nation, along with more than 10 tonnes of illegal prescription drugs and "nangs". ⌘ Read more
Forget the $50k, entering The Lester Prize 'does so much for you as an artist'
Graphic designer Julia Donney says entering one of Australia's richest portrait prizes can provide precious recognition, friendships and inspiration for artists, even if you don't win. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX set to slip as US producer prices raise fears inflation outbreak not contained yet
The ASX is set to slip as US shares ended last week lower, as American producer prices rose more than expected, raising fears inflation will take longer to come down. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Murdered Iranian asylum seeker Reza Berati's parents reach settlement with government, security firm
The 23-year-old was killed in riots at the Australian government's offshore detention centre at Manus Island in 2014. ⌘ Read more
Aussie Alex de Minaur misses out on first Masters title but climbs to career-high ranking
Australia's number one goes down to Jannik Sinner in the final of the Canadian Open in Toronto but reaches a new high of 12th in the singles rankings two weeks out from the US Open. ⌘ Read more
The three questions firefighters want you to answer before the next bushfire sparks
Facing down another potentially dangerous bushfire season, firefighters are warning there is no room for complacency — those at risk need to have a plan. ⌘ Read more
Fifty years on, the Australian hip hop industry still gets a bad rap
Hip hop helps to create cultural identity and brings together communities, but is still widely seen as an American and African American art form. ⌘ Read more
Live: Search teams brought in to help locate further victims after Hawaii's devastating fires: The latest news with The Loop
This morning's news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
'You're just relying on the next gym bro': Young men desperate for safe steroid advice
An increasing demand for steroids in young men has been linked to a growing uptake for a needle and syringe exchange program, leading to calls for more education on the side effects. ⌘ Read more
Calls for drivers to take more care as native wildlife casualties of snow season traffic mount
Eastern grey kangaroos, wombats, swamp wallabies, and magpies are the top species being caught up in collisions on the roads to Victoria's alpine resorts. ⌘ Read more
Cost of living has almost pushed Andrew back onto the streets while 'fighting very hard' to keep a roof over his head
Andrew slept rough on and off for 20 years before he found a job and secure housing eight years ago. Now he's had to access his super to make ends meet. ⌘ Read more
These kids say a youth centre will make a big difference to their lives. One sits empty in their town
In Tennant Creek, where shopfronts are graffitied or boarded up, the town's youth centre stands out as shiny and new — but it's never opened its doors. ⌘ Read more
Pedestrian killed, man in critical condition after outback hit-and-run
Police are on the hunt for a driver who allegedly killed a man and put another in a critical condition after mowing them down with their car in the rural town of Mount Isa. ⌘ Read more
Teenage boy dies after being stabbed near Coffs Harbour
Police have set up a strike force to investigate the 16-year-old's death, with help from the NSW homicide squad. ⌘ Read more
How do we make the justice system better for victims? This report offers some solutions
The first wide-ranging study of sexual violence victims' experiences with the NSW justice system in 27 years will be handed to authorities on Monday. ⌘ Read more
No regulation of the word 'organic' creates costs for farmers, confusion for consumers
A group of 11 Australian industry organisations has united for the first time, "embarrassed" by a lack of domestic regulation for the word organic, which they argue is deceiving consumers and adding to certification costs for some international markets. ⌘ Read more
Future of Universities Australia head under question over handling of sexual violence concerns
Leaders at a major Australian university say they have deep concerns around the management of the sector's peak body, Universities Australia (UA). ⌘ Read more
What Sam Kerr and new RBA governor Michele Bullock have in common
From the Matildas to some of the most important appointments in the country, Australian women are beginning to receive the acknowledgement and opportunities at the top of their fields that unquestionably until now have been denied, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
While floods ravage northern China, people are wondering — where is President Xi Jinping?**
China's president Xi has not visited the places devastated by the two weeks of torrential rain and flooding, which has angered and confused many people. ⌘ Read more
Can Australian employers stop you working from home? Here's what the law says
Can an employer, having first directed you to work from home, now turn around and mandate you don't? Giuseppe Carabetta explains your legal rights. ⌘ Read more
Snowfield spending isn't melting, indicating how some Australians are spending money even as belts tighten
Discretionary spending is money you don't need to spend to keep yourself fed, housed and clothed. What's happening at alpine resorts — remote and relatively expensive — tells us about an important shift in the Australian economy. ⌘ Read more
The 'small choices' you're making at home to reduce your household waste
We heard from more than 1,000 of you who shared the little, and big, things you do to reduce your waste footprint. There were plenty of new and novel ideas for reusing and recycling, so we're tapping into the brains trust. ⌘ Read more
Alysha told herself she'd never use drugs while pregnant. Then she did
Thousands of babies who've been exposed to their mother's drug use are born in Australia every year. Help is difficult to find. ⌘ Read more
Miss Universe cuts ties with Indonesian organiser after allegations of inappropriate 'body checks'
The Miss Universe Organisation cuts ties with its Indonesian franchisee and will cancel an upcoming pageant in Malaysia after contestants complained to police, accusing local organisers of sexual harassment. ⌘ Read more
Bruce Lehrmann says he will seek 'millions' of dollars after inquiry finds prosecution was flawed
The former Liberal Party adviser says his life is "stuffed" and he may never work again after his high-profile rape trial was abandoned. ⌘ Read more
Death toll from mudslide near Xian rises to 21 as wet weather wreaks havoc in China
The death toll from a mudslide in China's north-western city of Xian rises to 21, with six people still missing, as China grapples with unusually high summer rainfall. ⌘ Read more
Russia fires on cargo ship in Black Sea for first time since collapse of UN-brokered grain deal
Firing on a merchant vessel is expected to ratchet up already acute concerns among shipowners, insurers and commodity traders about the potential dangers of getting ensnared in the Black Sea. ⌘ Read more
Mary-Louise McLaws, renowned epidemiologist who help guide Australia through the pandemic, dies aged 70
Mary-Louise McLaws, who was an epidemiologist at UNSW Sydney for more than 35 years and shared crucial information during the pandemic, has died after a long illness, her family has announced. ⌘ Read more
Family of man hospitalised after suspected mushroom poisoning say he remains 'critical but stable'
Ian Wilkinson's family say he remains in a critical but stable condition, and have thanked medical teams and the public for their support. ⌘ Read more
China vows 'resolute and vigorous’ response to US visit by Taiwan vice president
China's Foreign Ministry condemns a brief US visit by Taiwan Vice President William Lai, saying he is a separatist and "troublemaker through and through" and Beijing would take strong steps to protect its sovereignty. ⌘ Read more
Canberra Raiders great Jarrod Croker to retire at end of 2023 NRL season
After 15 seasons and 305 games, Canberra Raiders co-captain Jarrod Croker announces his retirement. ⌘ Read more
Matildas in Sydney ahead of semifinal clash as stadiums added to list of live sites
Stadiums at Moore Park and Parramatta will open as additional live sites on Wednesday, as Matildas captain Sam Kerr tells reporters at Sydney Airport the side had not celebrated their win. ⌘ Read more
Storm ends Raiders record try-scoring streak in brutal display that puts the NRL on notice
The Storm jump into the top four of the NRL table with a dominant display over Canberra, as the Raiders wait nervously on star suspension call. ⌘ Read more
'I am so happy': The moment this Sam Kerr fan will remember forever
Minutes after Australia's stunning defeat over France, one lucky Sam Kerr fan became the envy of almost 50,000 spectators at Brisbane Stadium. ⌘ Read more
When Lisa built her new home, she assumed it came with a mailing address. She was wrong
Residents of a rapidly growing area near one of Victoria's biggest cities are being asked to vote for or against street mail delivery in Australia Post's third ballot on the issue in six years. ⌘ Read more
Flowers, carnival rides, dagwood dogs and cattle judging kicks off Queensland's Ekka
Thousands of city and country folk come together for the first weekend of Brisbane's Ekka Royal Queensland Show. ⌘ Read more
Fortieth anniversary of Australia's historic America's Cup win to be honoured with '1980s' party in Fremantle
The day after the Matildas produced an era-defining moment of sporting brilliance, the WA government announces it will hold a party to honour the 40th anniversary of another — Australia II's America's Cup win. ⌘ Read more
NZ prime minister says GST will be taken off fruit and vegetables if Labour Party is re-elected
Chris Hipkins announced the Labour Party would take the GST off of fruit and vegetables if his party was re-elected. ⌘ Read more
'A light at the end of the tunnel': State government steps in after building company collapse
An access road left unfinished in the wake of a building company collapse stood in the way of 20 homes being built — now, the South Australian government has stepped in to finish it. ⌘ Read more
Matildas v France World Cup match pulls the biggest TV audience of 2023
More than four million Australians tuned in to see the Matildas beat France in the World Cup quarterfinals. ⌘ Read more
Greg's pedal-powered plan to get tourism back on track in Tasmania's north-east
The railway group volunteer has built a set of rail bugs from scratch, hoping they provide a lifeline for his railway group. ⌘ Read more
Death toll reaches 89 in Maui after the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century
The increased death toll makes the wildfire, which erupted on Tuesday, Hawaii's worst natural disaster in history. ⌘ Read more
RBA governor Philip Lowe says there could be better ways to manage inflation
After more than 40 years as a central banker, RBA governor Philip Lowe says we should consider different ways of managing inflation, writes Gareth Hutchens. ⌘ Read more
Sadness, anger as billionaire miner's legal battle with the Yindjibarndi puts native title rights on trial
A landmark court case is hearing whether traditional owners have a right to compensation from Andrew Forrest's FMG, but experts say far more than their own claim is on trial. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous leader inspires Amazon city to grant personhood to endangered river
The Amazon's rivers are under increasing threat from the expansion of agriculture and illegal deforestation, but one municipality has passed a groundbreaking law designating a waterway as a living entity with rights. ⌘ Read more
Fleamarket in Ukraine's capital still draws in crowd, amid ongoing conflict
A fleamarket in the Ukrainian capital draws in hundreds of people, where people can buy various Soviet-era items. ⌘ Read more
AFL live: Confident Hawks take on finals-chasing Bulldogs in Launceston
The Hawks host the Bulldogs in Launceston, St Kilda take on Richmond at Docklands before the Power and the Giants wrap up the round in Adelaide. Follow our live AFL ScoreCentre for all the scores, stats and results. ⌘ Read more
Pelvic injuries are a common outcome of childbirth. Why are women left unprepared for the risk?**
Every year, more than 300,000 Australians take part in a physical activity than can result in long-term, life-altering physical injuries: childbirth. ⌘ Read more
Struggling to keep mud, mosquitoes and bandicoots out of his tent, Shane is living rough on the edge of a cemetery
Shane Walford lives in makeshift camp he established in bushland on the edge of a cemetery. He is one of hundreds who are sleeping rough each night in Cairns. ⌘ Read more
US Secret Service tip-off leads to arrest of five foreign nationals over alleged ATM scam
Police were alerted to the alleged card skimming scam by investigators in the United States who found a receipt for a shipment sent to an address in Australia. ⌘ Read more
NRLW live: Sharks host Roosters before Knights-Titans showdown
Sydney Roosters head to Shark Park to face Cronulla, before ladder leader Gold Coast puts its unbeaten record on the line against reigning premier Newcastle. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
Abbie hid her depression behind a smile, until her Letters of Hope sparked real joy
Abbie Williams learnt the art of painting a smile over despair during some of her darkest hours, but it was pen and paper that helped define her recovery, a gift since shared with more than 2,500 people. ⌘ Read more
Crowds dash to snap up tickets to Kulin's thriving bush races
Thirty years ago, Kulin was staring down the barrel of obscurity as wheatbelt towns around it dwindled and disappeared. A plan was hatched to raise the town's profile. ⌘ Read more
'Blatant, casual politicisation': UN human rights office accused of 'unacceptable silence' over forced repatriation of North Koreans
The UN human rights office expresses grave concern over the forced repatriation of North Koreans from China and elsewhere after facing criticism from rights groups for its "unacceptable silence" on the issue. ⌘ Read more
The beach-loving pet goat that's capturing hearts
"Benji" loves to go to the beach with his best mate, Boson, the dog, followed by morning tea at a nearby cafe. The "affectionate" goat brings joy to the community. ⌘ Read more
How Cortnee Vine showed nerves of steel to send Matildas through to World Cup semis
Coming off the bench in the 104th minute of the Matildas' Women's World Cup quarterfinal against France, the 25-year-old had little idea she was about to write her name into Australian sporting folklore. ⌘ Read more
On one of Perth's most littered beaches, researchers are concerned by rubbish that is decades old
Drink bottles from the 1980s, plastic straws and even 'nurdles' — they all wash up at Bathers Beach, south of Perth, with researchers trying to work out how effective bans on single-use plastics are. ⌘ Read more
Voss praises Blues' spirit after winning 'finals-like' thriller against Demons
Carlton is on a high as it extends its winning streak to eight consecutive matches, with coach Michael Voss applauding his players for their "resilience and grit" after their season appeared over in mid-June. ⌘ Read more
'We are stunned': Top Tasmanian thoroughbred stable goes into administration owing tax office
One of Tasmania's largest thoroughbred training stables says it is "stunned" to be put into administration, saying a five-year payment plan totalling about $1 million was rejected by the ATO. ⌘ Read more
Albury resident 'crying out' for justice 19 years after surviving horrific massacre in east Africa
Gedeon Shikiro nursed his massacred community members as they died in his arms at a United Nations refugee camp in Burundi. Nearly 20 years later, he is still fighting for justice. ⌘ Read more
A man dead and another seriously injured in gyrocopter crash
A gyrocopter crash in dense bushland north of Newcastle has killed a 70-year-old man. A 53-year-old man has been flown to hospital in a serious condition. ⌘ Read more
Can Australia's hottest town become its hottest tourist destination?**
Known for its scorching summers, residents say Marble Bar has plenty of offer visitors all year round and a new airport is set to help them show it. ⌘ Read more
Dominant de Minaur achieves career milestone after reaching Toronto final
Australia's Alex de Minaur secures a comfortable straight-sets victory over Alejandro Davidovich Fokina to advance to the first ATP Masters 1000 final of his career. ⌘ Read more
Keeping the love for the Waving Man alive
When Peter van Beek, known as the Waving Man, passed away he left a hole in his community as locals missed his daily waving by the side of the road. Now they're doing all they to honour him. ⌘ Read more
The 'data cowboy' transforming cattle yards in the Northern Territory
In Australia's Top End, Munro Hardy, a modern cattleman, combines traditional ranching with cutting-edge technology. Managing data, targeted nutrition, and carbon mitigation are key focuses for the success of his small cattle station. ⌘ Read more
It's been 50 years since Indigenous artists created their own superhero. This is the legacy
An art exhibition celebrating Indigenous superheroes is set to attract crowds in the Northern Territory. And it all started in 1973. ⌘ Read more
Domestic violence inquiry examining killings of Aboriginal women to resume
The Northern Territory coroner has already unravelled evidence of a system in dire need of reform, but her long-running inquiry into the NT's domestic violence response is far from over, resuming in Darwin on Monday. ⌘ Read more
Kane wishes Postecoglou 'very best of luck' after leaving Spurs
Ange Postecoglou is forced to prepare for his Premier League debut as Tottenham manager without Harry Kane, as the England captain moves to German giant Bayern Munich only a day before the Spurs' season-opening match. ⌘ Read more
Reports of magpie attacks have already started — has swooping season kicked off early this year?**
A magpie attack can be a terrifying experience, and this year reports of swooping in the Canberra area seem to be coming in a little earlier than usual. We asked an expert about the usual behaviour of this sometimes aggressive bird as springtime approaches. ⌘ Read more
The mushroom deaths have put South Gippsland in the spotlight, but now some in the community want the attention to ease off
The deaths of three people after suspected poisoning has brought a lot of focus on South Gippsland, but there's now an eagerness for the attention to subside. ⌘ Read more
Matildas' World Cup win over France was the game that stopped a nation
When someone asks you to tell the story of the night the Matildas made history, what will you say? ⌘ Read more
Floods in Myanmar displace tens of thousands with at least five people killed
Floods and landslides in Myanmar caused by monsoon rains leave at least five people dead — including several children — and force an estimated 48,000 people to flee their homes, according to the country's relief ministry. ⌘ Read more
Italian 'tombaroli' hunters welcome the return from the US of ancient artifacts worth millions
Italian authorities celebrate the return of 266 antiquities worth tens of millions of dollars, including Etruscan vases and ancient Roman coins and mosaics, that were looted and sold to US museums and private collectors. ⌘ Read more
'That's what we're here for': Kerr confident Matildas can keep World Cup dream rolling
In the wake of the Matildas' pulsating quarterfinal win over France, captain Sam Kerr is adamant her side is not done yet as they look ahead to a blockbuster clash with England. ⌘ Read more
It's not just Ken — why are boys and men feeling out in the cold?**
If Barbie has taught us anything, it's that women can do anything. But an increasing number of people are saying young men and boys are now crying out for role models on how to be the best version of themselves. ⌘ Read more
'I ain't leaving': Residents return to an island paradise obliterated by a firestorm
As the road to Lahaina was reopened, residents hoped against hope that something would be left of their homes. They discovered a blackened hellscape. ⌘ Read more
These Sudanese mums escaped a civil war. Now they fear their children will starve
Khadidja is one of thousands of refugees who fled Sudan after a bloody civil war broke out between the army and a paramilitary group. Now she’s stuck inside one of the worst humanitarian crises on earth. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Matildas star mourns amid jubilation and the Aussies find another cult hero
The Matildas find yet another cult hero, a star mourns the death of a loved one, and Aussie rules crowds go nuts around the country. These are the five quick hits from Australia's epic win over France. ⌘ Read more
Drone strikes on Moscow are increasing and a 'truly massive' strike may not be far off. But will it impact the war?**
Suspected Ukrainian drone strikes in Moscow are increasing with analysts saying mass attacks are likely. But questions remain around what Kyiv hopes to achieve and whether there will even be much impact. ⌘ Read more
The Matildas are in the World Cup semifinals. What happens now?**
They've claimed victory over France, so when do the Matildas play next, and who will they be up against? Here's what you need to know. ⌘ Read more
The anonymous question a sex educator hears from kids nearly every day
Young people's curiosity about sex is nothing new, but access to the internet and the terabytes of graphic pornography it hosts has given rise to a fresh set of concerns: if kids go looking for answers to their awkward questions on Google, what will they find? ⌘ Read more
Brendan heard 30 years of different stories before his mother told the truth about his priest father
Brendan Watkins is one of thousands of children of Catholic priests who found their biological parents through DNA testing and social media. His birth wasn't the only secret his father kept. ⌘ Read more
Budjerah wins Artist of the Year at star-studded 2023 National Indigenous Music Awards
King Stingray and Thelma Plum also picked up awards as legendary band Yothu Yindi were inducted into the NIMAs Hall of Fame. ⌘ Read more
Russia says it thwarts Ukrainian rocket attack on Crimean Bridge, downs drones
Russia's defence ministry says Ukraine tried unsuccessfully to strike the 19-kilometre bridge which links the annexed peninsula to Russian mainland, ⌘ Read more
Shot by shot — how the Matildas' dramatic World Cup penalty shootout unfolded
Even by World Cup shootout standards, the Matildas' quarterfinal win over France was unnecessarily dramatic. Here's how one of the greatest moments in Australia sporting history played out. ⌘ Read more
At least six dead, dozens rescued as migrant boat crossing Channel from France capsizes
A huge rescue operation is underway after several boats began facing "serious difficulties" as they attempted to make the crossing, one of the world's busiest shipping lanes known for its strong currents. ⌘ Read more
'I'm not built for this': How the internet reacted to the Matildas' penalty shootout triumph over France
The Matildas make history. And in the longest World Cup penalty shootout ever, France have been vanquished — and the internet went wild watching on. ⌘ Read more