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Home insurance premiums are at 'crisis' levels, and it could get much worse
Australia risks "sleepwalking into a crisis" unless it makes drastic reforms to its insurance sector, according to professor Paula Jarzabkowski. ⌘ Read more
Live: Donald Trump threatens to 'appeal' trial date, Pope Francis criticised for praising Russian tsars. The latest news with The Loop
This morning's news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
Korrine's getting her life on track, but she fears for other young people trying to escape homelessness
After battling drug abuse and homelessness as a teenager, secure housing has been a game-changer for 18-year-old Korrinne Muntelwit. But there's a dire need for more housing across the board for young people like her. ⌘ Read more
As Australian ski resorts suffer through a warm winter, there's a dire warning for Europe
The sight of grassy slopes at Australia’s ski resorts this winter has been the stuff of nightmares for skiers, snowboarders and mountain lovers. As research shows how climate change could impact the future for Europe's ski resorts. ⌘ Read more
New home gas bans will lead to a ‘death spiral’, experts say
Experts say getting households and businesses that can easily disconnect from gas is key to meeting emission reduction targets. ⌘ Read more
With rumblings surrounding Palaszczuk's leadership, her biggest defenders could also be her successors
It was a striking image — two of Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk's potential successors stepping out together to fend off questions about the future of her leadership. ⌘ Read more
Mainland diary giant circling iconic Tasmanian milk brand
"It is our milk after all", once the slogan for Tasmania's Betta Milk, could soon ring hollow for Tasmanians slurping down their morning coffee or splashing the white stuff over their cereal. ⌘ Read more
Bail for wildlife rescuer who assaulted girls who were helping him bury a dead bird
A Tasmanian wildlife rescue volunteer called out to help a family, assaulted three girls aged 10 and under who were helping him bury the animal in their yard. ⌘ Read more
Karen has been waiting nearly 20 years for justice. She says law reform is long overdue
From making space for more complainants to report, to supporting them from start to finish, here's what experts say the justice systems needs to do to better support victim-survivors of sexual assault. ⌘ Read more
'It's unreasonable': Local councils against Minns government Sydney housing density solution
A new report by the NSW Productivity Commission found infrastructure to support new homes is cheapest when built near Sydney's CBD. ⌘ Read more
As Alan Joyce prepares to take flight from Qantas, taxpayers are left to foot the bill
Instead of being praised for Qantas's financial health, Alan Joyce is under fire — and it's all to do with how much taxpayer support it received versus how much tax it paid, writes business editor Ian Verrender. ⌘ Read more
Ever wondered what goes into making your polyester T-shirt?**
Many of us are now dressed head to toe in plastic thanks to the invention of cheap and durable textiles like polyester. But the extent of the environmental impact from these garments might surprise you — we've tracked the life cycle of a polyester top from an oil field, through to when you chuck it in the bin. ⌘ Read more
'My voice has changed': Linda Burney breaks silence amid whisper campaign
Australia's most senior Indigenous politician has broken her silence about her speech, having faced a campaign of whispers about her health. ⌘ Read more
Besieged Spanish soccer boss faces sex assault probe as his mother begins hunger strike
Prosecutors in Spain launch an investigation into the country's football federation president Luis Rubiales, as the storm surrounding his kissing of player Jenni Hermoso intensifies. ⌘ Read more
China set to lift negative COVID test requirements on entry
Following it's three-year isolation China will finally lift the last of it's controversial 'zero COVID' measures. ⌘ Read more
'Confusing message': Voice concerns laid bare on Q+A
As politicians are forced to hear their bickering on the Voice is confusing, the Q+A panel agrees that there should be extra funds allocated for paid parental leave. ⌘ Read more
WA laboratory fined $30k over lead poisoning of four workers
A Kalgoorlie court has been told one lab worker was left with three times the recommended level of lead in his blood and had to be flown to Perth for treatment. ⌘ Read more
Pedestrian hit by car in SA Murraylands dies in hospital
Police are investigating a crash at Mannum on Sunday night that has claimed the life of a 28-year-old local man, who died in hospital today. ⌘ Read more
West Coast board 'unanimously' agrees to keep Adam Simpson as coach, following tense speculation over his tenure
The decision comes after West Coast finished at the bottom of the AFL ladder, in a season that saw them record historic losses. ⌘ Read more
Inquest closes with no answers to 30-year mystery of man's disappearance after 'wrong skin' relationship
A WA coroner says Richard Milgin's disappearance from a remote Kimberley community will remain unsolved unless someone comes forward with new information. ⌘ Read more
Qantas accused of 'misleading the Australian public' after admitting $100m flight credits owed to Jetstar customers
Qantas admits to having "around $100 million" in outstanding flight credits owed to Jetstar customers during a fiery Senate committee hearing in Melbourne where outgoing CEO Alan Joyce was accused of "misleading the Australian public". ⌘ Read more
Anti-trans rights activist Kellie-Jay Keen-Minshull threatens legal action against Victorian Liberal party
The British activist has demanded opposition leader John Pesutto and his leadership team apologise and compensate her for false claims made against her. ⌘ Read more
MP who sent email confession found guilty of sexually abusing young girl
WA politician James Hayward is behind bars and has been automatically disqualified from parliament after being found guilty of sexually abusing a girl in the state's South West. ⌘ Read more
Human bone found in popular swimming spot could belong to missing swimmer
Police confirm a bone found by a tourist on the riverbed is human and divers will continue to search of Mossman Gorge. ⌘ Read more
Ref recounts frantically rushing to aid of A-League star who appeared to be choking on his own tongue
A soccer referee who is also a cardiac expert describes the moments in which he rushed to help Adelaide United young gun Nestory Irankunda, who hit his head and appeared to start choking during an alarming on-field incident. ⌘ Read more
Truck driver hauling 14-tonne pump was texting son before fatal crash, court hears
The 64-year-old driver of another truck died at the scene of the Bruce Highway collision in 2020. Phillip Sturrock has pleaded not guilty over the incident. ⌘ Read more
Republicans want to use the US military to attack drug cartels in Mexico. Is it just bluster, or could it really happen?**
As the race for the White House ramps up, threats by Republican candidates to launch military strikes on Mexico's drug cartels are being taken increasingly seriously, sparking concerns on both sides of the border. ⌘ Read more
Real estate agent allegedly recorded himself sexually assaulting teenager, court told
The owner of a Wollongong real estate business has faced court where police allege he plied a teenager with cocaine and alcohol before sexually touching her. ⌘ Read more
'Significant fire': Moments after US Osprey crash heard on air traffic control audio
Three US marines remain in the Royal Darwin Hospital after a US Osprey aircraft crashed on a remote Northern Territory island, claiming the lives of three personnel. ⌘ Read more
Celebrity chef Stefano de Pieri blames 'brain fart' for 'gender stuff' text message to CEO candidate
A court has found Mr de Pieri misused his position when he tried to tell a potential Mildura council CEO candidate what to say to an interview panel of which the renowned cook was a member. ⌘ Read more
Man who drove at police officer at 120kph on three wheels said he had 'bugger all' meth in his system
The Canberra man led police on a pursuit in May last year, during which he lost the front left tyre of his car. Despite driving on three operational wheels, he reached a speed of 160 kilometres per hour. ⌘ Read more
'Missed opportunities': Three agencies closed files on teen in lead-up to death, inquest hears
An inquest into the death of a 15-year-old Indigenous boy who died in NSW in 2020 hears that each of the departments "thought another one was assisting". ⌘ Read more
Big changes are on the way for SA's early education sector. This is what they'll mean for you
From earlier preschool, to expanded out of hours care — there are a host of changes on the way for families with young children in SA. ⌘ Read more
Craig is paying the mortgage on a flood-ravaged home he can't live in — and he doesn't qualify for a buyback
Eighteen months on from last year's catastrophe, flood-affected northern NSW residents caught in limbo by the home buyback scheme call on the state government to fulfil its promises. ⌘ Read more
Port Augusta alcohol restrictions reducing head injuries and violence, services say
The number of people suffering serious head injuries in Port Augusta has reduced dramatically since the introduction of alcohol restrictions in the town, a drug and alcohol day centre and the liquor commissioner say. ⌘ Read more
'Getting rid of David': Mother tells royal commission into veteran suicide the Defence Force 'walked away' from her son
A mother tells the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide her son was "in hospital dying" when he was medically discharged from the Navy against his will. ⌘ Read more
Deadly varroa mite parasite found in more beehives near Vic-NSW border
The varroa mite is detected in beehives in another almond orchard at Balranald in southern New South Wales, taking the current outbreak in the Sunraysia and Riverina to four properties. ⌘ Read more
Whale leaves fishers gasping at 'most amazing' sight as it breaches metres from tinnie
Two fishers have a tale to tell after a humpback whale broke through the water's surface, drenching them and their small boat in its wake. ⌘ Read more
There's been an uproar after Spain's football boss kissed a player. Here's how it unfolded
Luis Rubiales made headlines when he give a football player Jenni Hermoso an unwanted kiss on the lips after Spain won the FIFA Women's World Cup. But he's clinging to his presidency of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. ⌘ Read more
'A great operator': AFL appoints Laura Kane as new football boss
Laura Kane's rise to become the AFL's most senior football official is being hailed as a significant moment for women in the sport. ⌘ Read more
Trauma facing mothers in Australia's prison system 'like a scene out of The Handmaid's Tale'
A cultural review into Victoria's prison system detailed a woman handcuffed while in labour and denied a photo with her baby, but it's just one story among the many harrowing accounts of advocates — some former inmates themselves. ⌘ Read more
Bruce Lehrmann's lawyers object to Network Ten's bid to use psychologist report as part of defamation case
Lawyers for former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann object to Network Ten's bid to use a psychologist report into the behaviour of sexual assault victims in response to his defamation case. ⌘ Read more
What the NRL finals could look like and all the spanners thrown into the mix last weekend
No-one's spot in the finals is guaranteed heading into the last round of the NRL 2023 and the penultimate weekend of the regular season dramatically shifted the fortunes for the top sides. Here's how everyone's looking and what they need to do. ⌘ Read more
Rail history up in flames as coal loader destroyed in spectacular inferno
The Sydney to Brisbane rail line has been cut by a fire in a historic coal loader that lit up the night sky over a northern NSW town. See the video. ⌘ Read more
'Very peculiar' 3,000-year-old priestly tomb unearthed in northern Peru
The tomb, which would have been buried around 1200 BC, was found with several artefacts which indicate it was for a priest. ⌘ Read more
Aussie paddlers finish on top of medal tally at world champs
With three more podium finishes on the final day of competition, Australia tops the medal standings at the ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships in Germany. ⌘ Read more
Retired surgeon says rural medicine 'dying' as simple procedures sent to city hospitals
With only 18 per cent of graduates choosing to be GPs, and even fewer moving to work in regional Australia, replacing retiring country doctors is only getting harder. ⌘ Read more
With a 'dirty' image, WA's mining industry considers how to clean up its act
A resources industry veteran says Australia's mining industry has an image problem and many agree with him. ⌘ Read more
Rescue turns to recovery after fatal military helicopter crash on the Tiwi Islands
Defence Minister Richard Marles says a number of investigations are underway into the crash that killed three US marines on a remote island north of Darwin. ⌘ Read more
What will happen if Australia scraps the 88-day backpacker visa requirement?**
There are concerns backpackers will stop coming to regional WA and leave farmers in the lurch should visa requirements be changed. ⌘ Read more
Estranged partner charged over death of Tatiana Dokhotaru who made frantic triple-0 call
Danny Zayat is charged with murder over the death of his former partner Tatiana Dokhotaru, who placed a triple-0 call 20 hours before being found dead in her Liverpool unit. ⌘ Read more
Dressed up or down, this Mum wore the same wool dress for 100 days to embrace sustainability and no-one noticed
Completing the 100-day challenge had been on Leah Stamm's bucket list for several years and she says she only had to wash the dress a handful of times. ⌘ Read more
The controversial anti-sex trafficking film is storming the US box office and it has experts worried
Sound of Freedom has made more money in the US than Mission Impossible — Dead Reckoning, but its factual inaccuracies have some experts worried. ⌘ Read more
Tiny homes solving a big problem with former flood accommodation housing the homeless
An unused and neglected caravan park in Gympie becomes into a haven for the homeless, as they transition to permanent accommodation. ⌘ Read more
Live: ASX looks set to rise, US Federal Reserve to 'proceed carefully' on rates
Local shares could make gains as reporting season continues and the market awaits retail sales data. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Live: Commonwealth Games inquiry explores Victorian cancellation in public hearing
Victoria's cancellation of the 2026 regional Commonwealth Games is under scrutiny today, as a Senate inquiry holds hearings in Melbourne. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Council cautioned after worker uses hammer to kill cat hit by car
The RSPCA issues the City of Mount Gambier council with a letter of caution, saying a staff member should have brought a badly injured cat to a vet rather than try to euthanase it himself. ⌘ Read more
Queensland taxi drivers forced to turn on meters to prevent overcharging
Even if a fare has been agreed to in advance, Queensland taxis will have to turn on their meters for all rank and hail services. ⌘ Read more
Desperate plea for volunteers as border brigades on alert 20 months after Poolajielo fire
As the two-year anniversary of the Poolaijelo fire nears and another extreme season looms, those on the fire ground say much has been learned and improvements have been made, but some of its SA-Victoria cross-border challenges remain. ⌘ Read more
Live: Richard Marles extends condolences after 'tragic' helicopter crash kills three US marines. The latest news with The Loop
This morning's news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
Ground-penetrating radar helping to save northern hairy-nosed wombats
With only 315 of the creatures left, conservationists use subsurface mapping to see what sort of burrows they are building in different landscapes in a bid to find potential new habitats for the critically endangered species. ⌘ Read more
Patterson, Olyslagers in the high jump medals as Australia enjoys best-ever world champs haul
Eleanor Patterson and Nicola Olyslagers claim silver and bronze in an emotion-charged women's high jump in Budapest, lifting Australia to a best-ever medal haul of six at a world athletics championships. ⌘ Read more
Outback nurses use technology popularly used in video gaming to fill critical skills gaps
Remote nurses learn how to prepare expectant mothers for birth with the help of virtual reality headsets, making training easier and working in remote hospitals more attractive. ⌘ Read more
Wallabies thumped by France to raise alarms ahead of World Cup opener
The Wallabies crash to a disappointing 41-17 loss to France in their Rugby World Cup warm-up Test in Paris, leaving them with plenty of work before their opening match against Georgia. ⌘ Read more
Beth's family has holidayed at this corrugated iron shack for generations, but that's about to end
Families are rallying against a Crown Lands plan to demolish holiday shacks that have been passed down through generations. ⌘ Read more
NT mining industry poised for 'once in a generation reforms'. But not everyone welcomes them
Proposed changes to the NT's mining laws have been described by environment groups as "once in a generation reforms". But the industry is worried stricter rules will mean more red tape. ⌘ Read more
'It is the most important state': Why South Australia could make or break the Yes campaign
Voice supporters believe they need South Australia's backing to get the referendum over the line, but there's scepticism about the proposal among the state's Indigenous community. ⌘ Read more
Regulations were introduced to end animal cruelty in the live export trade. But Shatha says the system isn't working
Shatha Hamade has spent years going undercover to investigate offshore animal cruelty. She's shared new footage with ABC's 7.30 allegedly showing Australian sheep being sold, handled and slaughtered in breach of Australian rules that were introduced over a decade ago. ⌘ Read more
The month will end with a lunar rarity. Here's what to expect
This week's will be the second full moon we've seen this month. It's going to appear a bit bigger and brighter — but it won't look blue. ⌘ Read more
First Nations man Leslie is deaf. He only found out about the Voice referendum because of a T-shirt
A First Nations man who is deaf says he learned about the Indigenous Voice to Parliament while attending a dance festival. Advocates say they are concerned about a lack of both Auslan and cultural sign language ahead of the referendum. ⌘ Read more
Arthritis made communicating 'debilitating' for Tracy, who uses Auslan. Wrist replacement surgery gave back her 'voice'
Standard surgery for rheumatoid arthritis could have only further limited Tracy Howlett's movement, so surgeons did something "unconventional" instead. ⌘ Read more
'It wouldn't take much for us to drop into the red': Growing number of Australians facing mortgage stress
A growing number of Australians are defaulting on their home loans as the number of borrowers at risk of mortgage stress peaks at levels not seen since 2008, just before the global financial crisis hit. ⌘ Read more
Built on a volcano, Rabaul has been destroyed twice. But Albert won't live anywhere else
In 1994, a volcanic eruption destroyed a thriving town in PNG. Years later, houses have been rebuilt, as scientists watch and wait for the next big blast. ⌘ Read more
Beachgoers caught in the middle of 'fraught' shark politics this summer
Twelve years ago the Dunedin council in New Zealand removed shark nets from three beaches and no one has been attacked, questions are being asked about why the same can't happen in NSW. ⌘ Read more
The fear of 'lose nukes' and a post-Putin Russia are haunting the US
Over the last week focus on the war has been diverted by the plane crash in Russia which is believed to have killed the leader of the Wagner mercenary group Yevgeny Prigozhin, but there are bigger questions, writes John Lyons. ⌘ Read more
Four renters, four cities, four budgets: Who can find the most affordable and liveable apartment?**
We challenged four reporters to find somewhere to live for 30 per cent of the average wage in their global cities. From "dorms for adults" to buildings that could be demolished at any moment, they saw it all. ⌘ Read more
Too often employers build empires on the back of worker exploitation. It's a sad indictment of our system
Whether it is wage theft, outdated enterprise agreements, or traineeships subsidised by the government, an ominous cloud has hung over the country's labour force for years, writes Adele Ferguson. ⌘ Read more
What we know about the aircraft crash that killed three US marines
Three US marines have died and five are being treated in hospital after a US military aircraft crashed on a remote island off the coast from Darwin. Here's what we know. ⌘ Read more
Verstappen wins after crash stops Dutch Grand Prix
Max Verstappen has survived a rain-affected Dutch Grand Prix, equalling a Formula 1 record with victory. ⌘ Read more
China's 'aggressive behaviour' in South China Sea must be challenged, US navy official says
China's "aggressive behaviour" in the South China Sea must be challenged and checked, the commander of the US Navy's Seventh Fleet says. ⌘ Read more
Russia's investigators confirm Wagner mercenary chief Prigozhin died in plane crash
Russia's Investigation Committee says the results of genetic tests have confirmed the identities of the 10 people who died in last week's plane crash, including Wagner mercenary group founder, Yevgeny Prigozhin. ⌘ Read more
Boomers beaten by Germany at FIBA World Cup after 'embarrassing' slow start
Boomers fall to dramatic 85-82 defeat against Germany at the FIBA World Cup in Japan as Australia lose first game of the tournament to set up must-win clash with Japan. ⌘ Read more
'I'm pretty overwhelmed': Swans fans farewell Lance Franklin with stirring SCG send-off
Retired Sydney superstar Lance Franklin sheds a tear as he receives a farewell ovation during a lap of honour at half-time of the Swans vs Demons game at the SCG. ⌘ Read more
Verstappen bids for history on home turf. Everything you need to know about the Dutch Grand Prix
A sea of orange will be in the grandstands to cheer on Dutchman Max Verstappen as he bids to equal the record for most consecutive Formula 1 race wins. ⌘ Read more
Knights star Ponga injured after star turn as Newcastle seals NRL finals spot
Kalyn Ponga plays a starring role as Newcastle Knights seal NRL finals spot with big win over Cronulla-Sutherland, but leaves the field with shoulder injury late in the game. ⌘ Read more
Rare whale Bladerunner sighted south of Eden 'testament to the resilience of animals'
Bladerunner the whale, known for significant scars after a propeller strike, is spotted passing through NSW far south coast waters. ⌘ Read more
Miles dismisses 'rumours and gossip' that Queensland premier is losing support
Acting Queensland Premier Steven Miles rejects speculation that Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is losing support from senior ministers and risks being ousted before the next election. ⌘ Read more
Adelaide stadium chief stood down after A-League fan-ban fiasco
Adelaide Venue Management confirms Anthony Kirchner has been stood down as chief executive officer following a clumsy decision to ban fans of A-League side Melbourne Victory from an upcoming match. ⌘ Read more
As opioids continue to dominate fatal drug overdoses in Australia, the threat of fentanyl taking hold remains
While the role of opioids in the deaths of thousands of Australians who die of drug overdoses has remained relatively stable, there are concerns the presence of potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl may ramp up. ⌘ Read more
Personal tragedy led this couple to a calling as Dunny Angels at outback music festivals
Chris and Judy Sims made their daughter a promise before she died. What came next was an odyssey of "outrageous" things, honouring their daughter's wish that they live life to the fullest. ⌘ Read more
Nerve agents, poison and open windows have claimed many past enemies of the Kremlin — here are those we know of
Russia has been blamed for the plane crash that reportedly killed Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, but many other Kremlin opponents have met similarly grisly fates. ⌘ Read more
Driver charged over horror Sydney crash may not be aware 'two little ones have lost their lives'
The boys, aged nine and 10, were in the car along with a nine-year-old girl, when it crashed into a tree on The Grand Parade in Monterey just before 10pm on Friday. ⌘ Read more
Military aircraft crashes on Tiwi islands north of Darwin, multiple personnel rescued
The ABC has confirmed multiple military personnel have been rescued from an aircraft crash site on the Tiwi Islands, north of Darwin. ⌘ Read more
Roosters enforcer Waerea-Hargreaves hit hard by NRL over two offences
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves faces up to eight weeks on the sideline through suspension after the Sydney Roosters prop is hit with two charges by the match review committee. ⌘ Read more
'It was mad': What it was like to be a part of the Australia II sailing team in 1983
At age 20, David Rees joined the team of Australia II in the America's Cup campaign and became one of its "celebrities for a day" when it won, taking the cup from the New York Yacht Club for the first time in 132 years. ⌘ Read more
The post office is still vital to rural towns despite a fall in the number of letters being sent
Historians say the post remains as relevant as ever, especially as country communities fight to stay in touch. ⌘ Read more
UK plans to impose mandatory whole-life orders on extreme murderers
The proposed move would see those who commit the most horrific types of murder die in prison, in the wake of the conviction of killer nurse Lucy Letby. ⌘ Read more
Mid-air training crash kills Ukrainian pilot who had fought Russians in dog fights over Kyiv
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says one of the three men killed when two L-39 combat training aircraft collided was Major Andriy Pilshchykov, who won fame in dog fights over Kyiv during the early days of the war. ⌘ Read more
Zimbabwean president 'The Crocodile' wins re-election, but not everyone is convinced
Incumbent leader Emmerson Mnangagwa, known as The Crocodile, wins another term but the opposition says the win was the result of "voter suppression". ⌘ Read more
It often gets a bad rap, but this instrument also brings joy
This group of 50-somethings are taking the recorder and using it to make not only beautiful music but lifelong friends. ⌘ Read more