He has completed dozens of ultramarathons in his lifetime, but the 61-year-old runner says none have felt as important as this journey around Australia. ⌘ Read more
He has completed dozens of ultramarathons in his lifetime, but the 61-year-old runner says none have felt as important as this journey around Australia. ⌘ Read more
The remains of 69-year-old Tomislav Nemes were discovered after out-of-state relatives called the police to ask for a welfare check to be done at his home. ⌘ Read more
Aspasia Paspaliaris says she was not surprised when doctors revealed her daughter's cochlear implant wasn't working properly. ⌘ Read more
The federal government says the "door is open" to sign its $13-billion Murray-Darling Basin Plan, but there's no indication so far Victoria wants to walk through. ⌘ Read more
Despite rapid population growth in the city's outer suburbs, a lack of economic opportunities is forcing residents further away from home. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of pages of documents released under right-to-information laws reveal a number of rural Queensland hospitals suspended birthing services, sometimes for several days. ⌘ Read more
Telehealth is revolutionising medicine in remote areas, but one obstetrician says entrusting the delivery of a baby to "pure luck" in Australia during 2023 "isn't good enough". ⌘ Read more
For those living in Pakistan's remote and mountainous regions, local cable cars are an important connection between communities where roads are absent. ⌘ Read more
The telemarketer collected donations from supporters, with one charity alleging the company retained nine-year-old documents without its knowledge – which would be a breach of the privacy act. ⌘ Read more
One regional electric vehicle owner says it takes "planning" to reduce range anxiety, while another isn't quite ready to make the long-distance leap. ⌘ Read more
A species of fish not seen since the Macarena was top of the pop charts is believed to have been spotted in deep waters off Tasmania — and scientists say it could be a symptom of the warming waters effect on species distribution. ⌘ Read more
City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore says the ban will help address global warming, but the premier has previously ruled out a statewide ban on gas in new homes. ⌘ Read more
Police authorise the use of "lethal force" in Papua New Guinea and the prime minister proposes new laws — carrying terms of life imprisonment — in response to tribal violence gripping the nation's highlands that has left dozens dead in recent weeks. ⌘ Read more
Dismissing calls for a major tax shake-up, the government intends to continue pursuing incremental reform in what it calls "bite-sized chunks", including its already announced changes to superannuation tax breaks, tobacco excise and the petroleum resource rent tax. ⌘ Read more
Phasing out cash has serious implications for privacy, safety and financial exclusion among marginalised communities. ⌘ Read more
The Russian president is facing a potential showdown with western leaders at next month's G20 summit in India, but an international arrest warrant looms large over any of his travel plans. ⌘ Read more
One in three school students throughout Australia are not meeting minimum numeracy and literacy expectations, and one in ten are so far behind they need additional support, new NAPLAN data shows. ⌘ Read more
As Philippine Navy ships kept watch, coast guard vessels escorted supply boats to the handful of troops stationed on the crumbling warship. ⌘ Read more
Eight members of a tour group exploring underground tunnels in Moscow's sewer system are found dead following flash flooding. ⌘ Read more
Burned bodies are found in a remote area in northern Greece where wildfires have been burning for days. ⌘ Read more
The foreign minister says there are some No campaigners who are saying things "designed to make people fearful" about the Voice to Parliament. ⌘ Read more
Last week, two bills from the Greens and Coalition to give more powers to IBAC were voted down in Victoria's state parliament. ⌘ Read more
Helicopter crews are working to rescue a group of adults and children in a cable car suspended 365m above a valley in Pakistan. ⌘ Read more
Matthew Atkinson's matter was mentioned in Shepparton Magistrates' Court today, where his murder charge over the death of 46-year-old Bjorn Delphine was discussed before the courts for the first time. ⌘ Read more
NSW Police say the man broke into the Kellyville home where three children were sleeping, in the early hours of Tuesday morning. ⌘ Read more
Police investigate after a baby is found dead in a car in an outback Western Australian town this afternoon. ⌘ Read more
The race to land on the Moon has started again, with countries like India and Russia eyeing its resources. Here's what we know about past landings, and what future missions will focus on. ⌘ Read more
The Australian government will spend $124 million on upgrading naval air base HMAS Albatross, ahead of 13 additional US aircraft bound for the New South Wales' South Coast by mid-2025. ⌘ Read more
Warren's family have long-argued her death was the result of foul play, but no charges have ever been laid by Mozambique police. ⌘ Read more
Lieutenant Colonel Harry Smith SG MC, the most esteemed commander of Australia's bloodiest battle of the Vietnam War, has died in his Buderim home on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. ⌘ Read more
The mother of the girl alleged to have been sexually abused by a WA MP tells a Perth court she messaged him saying "leave me and my family alone" after learning of the allegations, despite earlier not disclosing she contacted him. ⌘ Read more
After being lashed by the Wallaroos who claim there are inequalities in resourcing and investment, Rugby Australia announces the appointment of a high-performance manager for the women's program. ⌘ Read more
Telehealth is revolutionising medicine in remote areas, but one obstetrician says entrusting the delivery of a baby to "pure luck" in Australia during 2023 "isn't good enough". ⌘ Read more
An electrical fault has caused a power outage at one of Adelaide's major hospitals with health authorities urging the community to find other care options if possible. ⌘ Read more
The aunt of an Indigenous man whose arrest is under an internal police investigation has lodged an official complaint with the police watchdog. ⌘ Read more
Steve Smith details how he batted through the final three Tests of the men’s Ashes with tendon damage in his left wrist after being injured while fielding during the second match of the series. ⌘ Read more
The declaration comes just days after a previous 'code yellow' at the Northern Territory's largest hospital was cancelled. ⌘ Read more
Following record-breaking levels of crime and violence in Alice Springs last summer, NT Police say this year will look "markedly different". ⌘ Read more
NT Police say the man refused to come out of a property in Darwin's northern suburbs after a warrant was issued for his arrest for aggravated assault. ⌘ Read more
The ABC has announced that the veteran journalist will be taking up a new position with Monash University to lead a conversation "about how media can foster a more constructive and kinder discourse". ⌘ Read more
Crispin Dye, a former manager of the Australian rock band, died 30 years ago after he was found in Sydney with severe head injuries. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide's District Court has heard victim impact statements from the family of Giuseppe Macheda who was driving his tractor out the front of his property when a car smashed into him throwing him into a flooded culvert. ⌘ Read more
The multi-billion-dollar redevelopment of the Gabba stadium in Brisbane, which will see a heritage-listed school knocked down, was not necessary to host the 2032 Olympic Games, Australian Olympic Committee CEO reveals. ⌘ Read more
In what is being touted as the largest search for "Nessie" in 50 years, Loch Ness monster enthusiasts are expected to flock to the Scottish Highlands this weekend to search for the mythical beast. ⌘ Read more
The video, captured during a online class with year 12 students, includes audio of the teacher yelling and swearing while providing feedback on student English essays. ⌘ Read more
After writing her name into Australian sporting folklore with her ice-cool penalty at the Women's World Cup, Matildas star Cortnee Vine will continue to thrill local crowds after extending her contract with Sydney FC. ⌘ Read more
Cambodia's National Assembly unanimously votes to endorse the eldest son of strongman leader Hun Sen — who has been in power nearly 40 years — as the country's new prime minister. ⌘ Read more
Water Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government has brokered a deal to rewrite the Murray-Darling Basin plan, but leaves Victoria out of the new agreement. ⌘ Read more
As a parliamentary inquiry into the 2022 floods moves to Rochester and Echuca this week, uncertainty remains for many residents, like Lyn Francis, who are still waiting to move back home. ⌘ Read more
NSW upper house MPs Mark Latham and Rod Roberts announced they have resigned from One Nation and Mr Latham has tabled a letter in parliament alleging the party tried to funnel money from the NSW Electoral Commission. ⌘ Read more
One of the original architects of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) says it is being treated as a "limitless Magic Pudding" and local, state and territory governments need to do more to support all people living with disability. ⌘ Read more
A wildlife expert says reducing the number of serious dingo attacks on the world heritage sand island of K'gari is going to be difficult. ⌘ Read more
Latrell Mitchell may have played his last match of the NRL season after South Sydney opts against fighting his charge for elbowing Newcastle forward Tyson Frizell. ⌘ Read more
The plan's opponents range from scientists who question the reasoning behind the government's actions to local fishermen who fear renewed damage to their industry's reputation. ⌘ Read more
Southern Californians are cleaning up damage and debris after the state's first tropical storm since 1939. ⌘ Read more
Greg Mirabella reveals he won't re-nominate as Victorian Liberal Party president after fulfilling the role for a year. He'll seek preselection for the Liberal Senate ticket for the next federal election. ⌘ Read more
Ten Australian MPs are set to arrive in Taiwan late next month as part of a cross-party delegation for talks expected to largely focus on trade, with Beijing keeping a close eye on the visit. ⌘ Read more
Police are investigating numerous bomb threats directed at schools and healthcare facilities across metropolitan and regional South Australia. ⌘ Read more
In sentencing a 19-year-old man for accessing child abuse material on Facebook, NT Supreme Court Justice Jenny Blokland noted "a number of similar cases before the court recently". ⌘ Read more
The full scope of a cochlear implant bungle is only now becoming clear, after more than 15 years of going undetected at a major public children's hospital — and there are unanswered questions about how far the ramifications might reach. ⌘ Read more
Police investigating the death of Tatiana Dokhotaru in Sydney's west release CCTV of what they allege is a phone being thrown from her unit moments after a call to triple-0 ended abruptly. ⌘ Read more
The body was found near Nambucca Heads after smoke was seen coming from bushland in the area. Police are speaking with the family of an 86-year-old man last seen driving the car. ⌘ Read more
A Victorian farmer says someone purporting to be doing market research for the federal government seemed to be trying to elicit positive response about the VNI West transmission line. ⌘ Read more
The communications minister confirms Ita Buttrose's time as chair of the ABC will end in March next year, when her term is complete. ⌘ Read more
The tree is in the vicinity of a controversial Victorian road upgrade, but authorities say it will not be affected by the project. ⌘ Read more
For the first time in the history of Nintendo's video game franchise, a different person will be giving voice to Mario's famous sayings. ⌘ Read more
Japan's government maintains the water is safe to release, with the plan having also been approved by the UN nuclear watchdog. ⌘ Read more
The chief of the Wagner mercenary group posts his first video address since leading a short-lived mutiny in late June, appearing in a clip possibly shot in Africa. ⌘ Read more
Justice Gageler, the most senior justice after Chief Justice Kiefel, will assume her role when the incumbent retires in November. ⌘ Read more
A search is underway for a possible missing woman near Gibraltar Falls south of Canberra after passersby reported hearing calls for help. ⌘ Read more
The world might be turning its back on coal, but for this Queensland town, it is still the lifeblood of the community and residents are determined to celebrate it. ⌘ Read more
Paramedics performed CPR on the man, but he died on the way to hospital. A 52-year-old woman was arrested at the scene. ⌘ Read more
When Josh left home he took a bag of belongings and his guitar. He says the instrument kept his "spirit alive" during bouts of homelessness. ⌘ Read more
Adam Cranston, the son of former Australian Tax Office deputy commissioner, will soon be sentenced for his role in a $105 million tax evasion conspiracy he ran with his sister and three others. ⌘ Read more
Shimmering blue seas below pink and green skies are all possible in Australia's southern-most state which is a nexus for glowing oddities. ⌘ Read more
Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales, who grabbed player Jenni Hermoso's head and gave her an unsolicited kiss on the lips during Women's World Cup victory celebrations, admits it was wrong after initially describing critics as "idiots". ⌘ Read more
Corrie Luk wishes voluntary assisted dying had been an option during the last stage of his wife Keery's spiral into dementia. Tragic memories of her death spur him on in the fight to amend the state's euthanasia laws. ⌘ Read more
Psychologists say struggling new parents are abandoning treatment as they run out of cheaper sessions. The government is being urged to up the number of subsidised sessions to 40. ⌘ Read more
Police charge a 49-year-old woman over a hit-and-run crash in Perth's southern suburbs that left a 12-year-old girl with serious injuries. ⌘ Read more
Body-worn-camera footage of former NT Police constable Zachary Rolfe has been shown to the coronial inquest into the death of a high-profile anti-violence campaigner. ⌘ Read more
Ideal growing conditions this year have seen the volume of vegetables in one of Australia's largest winter production regions skyrocket, leading to oversupply and low farmgate prices. ⌘ Read more
After numerous "once in a generation" disasters, a new summit suggests Indigenous expertise could help us better prepare for times of crisis. ⌘ Read more
In some cases, adding a battery to your rooftop solar system will pay off. But to be sure, households need information about many factors — and there's no single reliable place to find it, write Asma Aziz and Daryoush Habibi. ⌘ Read more
Finally a reality, the National Anti-Corruption Commission must now prove its worth. And that will be a test not of its design, nor of its powers. It will be a test of leadership, writes Linton Besser. ⌘ Read more
Art and legal experts say copyright infringements online are on the rise and one of the contemporary art world's greatest challenges. ⌘ Read more
Venessa Nickless says life in a new estate where lot sizes are as small as 68 square metres is what residents make it as they go out of their way to build a sense of community. ⌘ Read more
This morning's news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
Donald Trump's bond is set at $US200,000 ($310,000) in the Georgia state case accusing the former president of scheming to overturn his 2020 election loss, according to court papers. ⌘ Read more
Environmental groups are calling on VicForests to abandon logging plans in the state's alpine region after endangered native plants were found near the earmarked sites. ⌘ Read more
The federal government says its Darwin housing and gas precinct plans won't threaten native animals. But leading scientists disagree, warning they will hasten population declines of mammals in the Top End. ⌘ Read more
New data shows exactly how much the average cost of some of the most common grocery items have gone up and down in the last year. And the price tags on basic items, like canned tuna and beans, are among those increasing. ⌘ Read more
In a trial lasting just 43 hours, Tasmania's new mobile phone detection cameras captured people breaking the law at a rate of one infringement every 7.6 minutes. If it was an exercise in revenue raising, which authorities insist it most certainly wasn't, that would have netted $132,000 in fines. ⌘ Read more
Two communities that went without power during Black Summer are getting a microgrid to keep the lights on during network outages. As another dangerous fire season looms, is this technology the way forward? ⌘ Read more
An independent auditor is brought in over concerns specialist equipment may have been removed from the Royal Hobart Hospital's hyperbaric unit, but determines there's no way to know if — or what — items were taken. ⌘ Read more
The Indian Ocean's version of El Niño— a positive Indian Ocean Dipole — typically brings a reduction in rainfall and an increase in temperatures through winter and spring. ⌘ Read more
Since the pandemic began, Australians are having more spiritual conversations and thinking about mortality more often. So why do many of us consider ourselves not religious? ⌘ Read more
Breast cancer left Lisa Evans about $20,000 out of pocket, but the cost of monitoring her health continues. She is among patients and medical professionals who have contacted the ABC about concerns there is a gender bias in women's healthcare costs. ⌘ Read more
The opposition leader says many of the traumatic scenes he witnessed during his time in the Queensland police force have stayed with him, as they do for many current and former officers. ⌘ Read more
For much of the past 15 years, China has been developing a weapon that now has become increasingly unstable and that threatens to detonate from within, writes business editor Ian Verrender. ⌘ Read more
Russia's Luna-25 space craft spun out of control and crashed into the moon as it tried to outpace the Indian mission. ⌘ Read more