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Live: Minns government set to hand down its first budget
The Minns government will deliver its first budget soon, with Treasurer Daniel Mookhey to announce the books will be back in the black with a surplus next financial year. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
Fatherhood, fandom, and footy: How Brisbane's biggest star is tackling the heat of the finals spotlight
At just 21 years old, Reece Walsh is a young dad who faces the added pressure of being the face of Brisbane's premiership push — and he credits his daughter for keeping him grounded. ⌘ Read more
Invasive grass with role in deadly Maui blaze 'absolutely a threat' to Australian lives
As Australia experiences "bigger … hotter fires", experts say buffel grass — which is now found in every state and territory — poses a growing bushfire risk. ⌘ Read more
Why Jordon Steele-John spent his parliamentary paycheque on his family's debt
When Senator Steele-John became the youngest-ever senator, he put his new paycheque toward removing "that knot of fear in the stomach" that came with his family's debt. ⌘ Read more
Australian film star to take lead role in stage production of best selling novel
Tilda Cobham-Hervey is set to end a seven-year break from the stage, confident that her role in an adaption of international bestselling novel The Dictionary Of Lost Words will wow audiences. ⌘ Read more
Debris found from F-35 fighter jet that went missing after pilot ejected
Debris has been found in the search for a F-35 fighter jet in the US which crashed in South Carolina after the pilot ejected and parachuted to safety. ⌘ Read more
Humpback whale not expected to survive propeller strike off WA coast
Authorities say a 4-metre humpback whale is unlikely to survive after being struck in the head by a boat propeller off the state's north-west coast. ⌘ Read more
Dozens of schools close amid extreme fire danger warnings on NSW Far South Coast
The Far South Coast is on high alert with 29 schools closing for the day due to extreme fire warnings. ⌘ Read more
Police in two states searching for gunman wanted on kidnap charges
Police in Victoria and New South Wales are searching for a man who is on the run after firing a gun when police attempted to arrest him at a property in northern Victoria. ⌘ Read more
When money is tight, Kris will go without food before letting her dog's bowl go empty
After her husband and daughter died in a car crash, Kris McMillan's son bought her a Labrador-cross for company. Max will never go without — but as the cost-of-living crisis worsens, not all pets are so lucky. ⌘ Read more
'I was just looking forward to going home': Storm centre Olam admits he had eyes on PNG return before finals lifeline
After being dropped late in the season, Storm centre Justin Olam says he had eyes on returning home to Papua New Guinea, before a late finals reprieve. ⌘ Read more
Son of drug kingpin 'El Chapo' pleads not guilty to US trafficking charges
Ovidio Guzman is one of El Chapo's four sons who inherited his father's trafficking empire after his conviction on US murder and drug charges in 2019. ⌘ Read more
Israel's Netanyahu urges Elon Musk to balance free speech with fighting anti-Semitism
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged Elon Musk to strike a balance between protecting free expression and fighting hate speech after weeks of controversy over anti-Semitic content on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter. ⌘ Read more
Live: Elon Musk says Twitter moving to charge users, US stocks move sideways as investors await Federal Reserve rates decision
X/Twitter owner Elon Musk says his social media company plans to start charging a small monthly payment to use the platform. And US stocks end little changed ahead of the US Federal Reserve's meeting this week. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog. ⌘ Read more
Australia imports 5,000 pianos a year, but it's running out of people to tune them
Piano tuning is an artisan trade that's dying — but pianos aren't. The shortage of tuners has one music teacher so concerned, she has teamed up with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra to come up with a solution. ⌘ Read more
Jenni Hermoso left out of Spanish football squad as new coach takes charge for Nations League
New Spain coach Montse Tome decides to leave Jenni Hermoso out of her Nations League squad, as a possible boycott still looms. ⌘ Read more
Why cancelling Russell Brand could be complicated
They're allegations even the most beloved of Hollywood A-Listers would struggle to explain away, but Russell Brand and his millions of online followers exist in a different dimension, far away from cancel culture. ⌘ Read more
Justin Trudeau says Indian government could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh leader on Canadian soil
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says India's government could be behind the fatal shooting of a Canadian Sikh leader earlier this year. ⌘ Read more
'Simply reckless' men who stole two French bulldogs and several cars face Canberra court
A Canberra court hears details of a series of burglaries — including the theft of two French bulldogs, several Audis and other cars — involving two 20-year-old men, one of whom allegedly joked he was taking one of the dogs "hostage". ⌘ Read more
'Behind the times': NT becomes last jurisdiction with laws protecting the identities of alleged rapists
After Queensland passed new legislation, the Northern Territory is now the only jurisdiction in Australia where alleged sexual offenders cannot be publicly named until they are committed to stand trial. ⌘ Read more
Hotelier gives blunt assessment of mental health support but says attitudes are changing
Hospitality staff can work unsociable hours with unsociable guests in an industry where mental health has been regarded as "taboo". But there are efforts to provide better support. ⌘ Read more
Will petrol prices drop in time for the school holidays? Your capital city breakdown
People are feeling the pinch around the country as national average petrol prices top 204.4 cents per litre. But where are you at in the price cycle? ⌘ Read more
Jake had his whole life ahead of him, until a penchant for gambling took control
As a landmark study finds 4 per cent of suicides are gambling-related, a family speaks out about the impact gambling had on their son, who also had depression and suicided 12 years ago. ⌘ Read more
Tonga has tens of thousands of abandoned cars. Now there's a plan to crush them and ship them home
The Kingdom of Tonga looks like paradise, but its lush coconut palms nurse a hidden problem. Now, the country is preparing to deal with this car-sized problem, before it's too late. ⌘ Read more
Gold Coast mayor charged ratepayers for Titans membership and engaged in misconduct, council watchdog finds
The Councillor Conduct Tribunal finds Tom Tate used ratepayer funds for two annual NRL club memberships and was reimbursed for donations in breach of the City of Gold Coast's expenses policy. ⌘ Read more
'No vote worse than the status quo': Community members on this Queensland island hope a Voice will mean a new future
It's an idyllic island that sits just off the coast of north Queensland, masking a dark past of subjugation, displacement and discrimination. ⌘ Read more
Joe Marler's magic mohawk, unusual kit clashes and an 'unbelievable' gesture: How week two of the Rugby World Cup shaped up
This week, the Rugby World Cup featured an "unbelievable" gesture from the All Blacks, a Samoan with a sentimental request and some odd kit combinations. Here's what we learned from week two. ⌘ Read more
Proposed soil-decontamination facility sparks health concerns among residents in Melbourne's inner west
Brooklyn has some of the highest rates of pollution and residents fear the proposed facility could make that worse. ⌘ Read more
Wombat researchers' new theory in ongoing fight against the mite
It's barely detectable to the human eye, but a microscopic parasite has decimated wombat populations across south-east Australia. Now, researchers have a better idea of how outbreaks occur, as they continue working to find ways to rescue the iconic marsupial from a "horrible, slow death". ⌘ Read more
September heat records tumble as parts of Australia brace for even warmer weather in coming days
A record spell of September heat is baking southern states in temperatures as much as 18 degrees Celsius above average. ⌘ Read more
'$4.7b in profits a day': A powerful cartel still controls the world's oil and is why you're paying more for petrol
OPEC has run an oil cartel for decades, but as the world moves away from fossil fuels, could its influence be waning, asks Nassim Khadem. ⌘ Read more
How one of Australia's most controversial art mysteries unfolded
In 2007, a gallery assistant made a discovery that rocked the Australian art world and led to one of the most controversial, high-profile and enduring art mysteries. ⌘ Read more
Brand accuser says he had BBC car pick her up from school when she was 16
A woman who accused British actor and comedian Russell Brand of sexual and emotional abuse says his denial of the allegations is "insulting". ⌘ Read more
US and Iran swap prisoners in rare deal as US unfreezes $6 billion
The controversial deal will see the US send $US6 billion, frozen in financial sanctions, to its growing political foe Iran. ⌘ Read more
'Hopelessly flawed': Russia launches legal attack on Ukraine in UN's top court
A Russian representative has told the UN's highest court that Ukraine's claims Russia abused the UN Genocide Convention to start a war between the two nations were "hopelessly flawed". ⌘ Read more
P-8A Poseidon upgrade and fourth Triton drone part of $1.5b boost to RAAF
Australia will upgrade its fleet of P-8 patrol aircraft so they can eventually fire missiles out to 1,000 kilometres, while also purchasing another long-range Triton drone from the United States. ⌘ Read more
Man dies in workplace accident in Parawa
A 59-year-old man was fatally injured while moving tree logs. ⌘ Read more
Leading Voice opponent uses Adelaide gathering to hit out at Yes supporters
Leading critics of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament have gathered in Adelaide for one of the biggest No campaign events so far, with one accusing supporters of the proposal of resorting to "bullying" and "gaslighting". ⌘ Read more
Man who torched outback real estate agency, doused woman in petrol has 'paranoid personality', court hears
A court hears 60-year-old Raymond John O'Brien, a disgruntled tenant, walked into the agency in Kalgoorlie last December and told a woman working the front counter to leave, saying "I'm going to burn this place down". ⌘ Read more
'Huge issue': WA adoption inquiry warned it may need to hold similar probe into donor-conceived children
An inquiry into forced adoption is warned the government will be holding a similar inquiry into donor-conceived children in years to come, and likely issuing them an apology. ⌘ Read more
Queensland police searching for two teenagers who fled crash involving stolen vehicle
Police say investigations are continuing into a two-vehicle crash that involved a stolen car early Monday morning, with a search involving a helicopter failing to find a pair of teenagers who fled the scene. ⌘ Read more
Family-owned business gutted after 40 cars are destroyed by suspicious fire
A fire being treated as suspicious destroys 40 cars and two trailers at an automotive business at South Kempsey on the NSW Mid North Coast. ⌘ Read more
Drone service Wing stops delivering food in Canberra
Global drone delivery company Wing is shifting to be based out of shopping centres for easier access to deliverable goods and says so far it hasn't been able to find a suitable shopping centre in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
Bill for battling Adelaide's beach erosion could hit $150 million
A review into coastal erosion along Adelaide's coast suggests three possible options for the next two decades, ranging in cost from $40 million to $155 million. ⌘ Read more
Water tank manufacturer charged after man dies, another seriously injured during deliveries in Victoria
WorkSafe charges Polymaster Pty Ltd with a number of offences under the state's Occupational Health and Safety Act, after two separate unloading incidents with tragic consequences. ⌘ Read more
Three people in hospital after alleged stabbing at Australian National University
ACT police confirm three people are in hospital after an alleged stabbing at the Australian National University in Canberra. ⌘ Read more
Pair plead guilty to manslaughter over fatal stabbing of Jacinta Nampijinpa Price's nephew
Ronald Martin and Jeremy Scrutton pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing the man with a "butcher-style knife", during an attack at an Alice Springs home in June 2020. ⌘ Read more
Honey bee industry pushes for varroa mite management instead of eradication
The peak body is now supporting a management strategy for the parasite, believing eradication through the euthanasia of millions of bees has failed. ⌘ Read more
AFL weighs up naming premiership cup in honour of Ron Barassi
The AFL Commission will make a final decision as calls grow for the league to rename the premiership cup after Australian sporting icon Ron Barassi, as the Victorian government confirms a state memorial to honour his life and work. ⌘ Read more
Prosecutors allege Fraser Ellis made 'partial admissions' to alleged fraudulent expense claims in press release
South Australian MP Fraser Ellis has gone on trial in the Adelaide Magistrates Court accused of making more than $18,000 in fraudulent expenses claims. ⌘ Read more
Family makes heartbreaking decision to switch off life support for 12yo boy hit by ute
Dawlon Smith-Saunder was riding a scooter outside a supermarket in Bli Bli at on September 3 when he was hit by a ute and suffered severe head and limb injuries. ⌘ Read more
Angela recognised the 'hi mum' scam too late — but feels her bank let her down with what came next
After falling victim to scams, the 83-year-old spent three months chasing an answer from her bank's fraud department. ⌘ Read more
Lyn Read lost $50,000 in a scam, money she needs to pay for her funeral
It was a highly sophisticated yet common scam. One that cost Lyn Read $50,000. Money the terminal cancer patient was saving for her last days and to pay for her funeral. ⌘ Read more
Why young people from multicultural groups could hold the key to the outcome of the Voice referendum
Young people from migrant groups are often the translators and educators in their communities. They're proving to be central to the outcome of the Voice referendum. ⌘ Read more
Reece Walsh and other academy talent at the heart of Broncos success in 2023
The Brisbane Broncos are a home-grown success in 2023, with 14 of their 17-man side brought through their junior pathways academy system after identifying their talents early and nurturing them. ⌘ Read more
The day Tina Greer went missing her bikie boyfriend's car was suspiciously clean, inquest told
There is "no doubt" a Gold Coast woman was murdered by her now dead bikie boyfriend in 2012, an inquest has heard. ⌘ Read more
Woman refused access to AFLW match for wearing 'Yes' shirt
A woman was refused entry to an AFLW game after a security guard told her she couldn't wear a "political shirt" into the venue. ⌘ Read more
Historic morgue seeking 'imaginative reinvention' for cultural precinct. Autopsy table included
A South Australian council is seeking a new lease of life for a 140-year-old morgue as part of a cultural precinct which includes a harbour master's cottage, historical police station, wharf shed, railway superintendent's house, the old post office and chart room. ⌘ Read more
Armed man on the run, police car loses control and rolls near Shepparton
Police are searching for an armed man who is on the run from police in northern Victoria. ⌘ Read more
Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assault and abuse. Here's what we know
On Saturday, Channel 4 aired an episode of Dispatches in which Russell Brand was accused of rape, sexual assault and abuse based on allegations from four women who knew him over a seven-year period. ⌘ Read more
Libyan flood survivors weigh water shortages against landmine risk
People whose homes were swept away by flooding in Libya's eastern city of Derna a week ago are facing the dilemma of whether to stay and risk infection or flee through areas where landmines have been displaced by the torrents. ⌘ Read more
The Young and The Restless star Billy Miller dies age 43
The Emmy award-winning soap actor died two days before his 44th birthday. ⌘ Read more
Sea shanty tops 1 million streams for WA singers but riches could be a while away
A band of singers whose version of a 19th Century workers' song has grabbed plenty of online attention say they might have got a gold record for their efforts in days gone by. ⌘ Read more
Geelong family mourns 'devoted father' as police investigate death after nightly dog walk
The family of Paul Grapsas has issued a statement, describing him as a man of integrity who was expecting his third child. ⌘ Read more
Neighbours actor Joy Chambers-Grundy dies aged 76
The Australian soap star will also be remembered as a best-selling author, poet, philanthropist and a businesswoman as fans, family and colleagues pay tributes on social media. ⌘ Read more
'We are sorry': Mining giant fronts inquiry amid allegations of polluting residents
A parliamentary inquiry is investigating the safety of dust pollution from one of Australia's largest gold operation, after residents were forced to test their own blood and drinking water for heavy metals and contaminants. ⌘ Read more
Enrolment for the Voice referendum closes tonight. Here's what you need to know
It's the last day to register or change your details with the Electoral Commission if you want to vote in the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum. ⌘ Read more
Thousands of dead carp wash up on lake's shore, but authorities say it's 'not a public health issue'
Authorities are investigating, but say at this stage there is no health threat to people who want to enjoy the popular tourist destination in South Australia. ⌘ Read more
Surgeon rebuilds cyclist's eye after swooping magpie causes severe damage
A cyclist who temporarily lost his sight after a magpie attack in northern Victoria is urging others to better protect themselves. ⌘ Read more
Fears lives could be lost due to lack of volunteer rural firefighters during 'traumatic fire season'
Longer and complex fire seasons are placing increased pressure on rural fire brigades but a shortage of volunteers has raised concerns only a handful will be shouldering the load. ⌘ Read more
US military hunting for missing fighter jet after pilot ejects
US military officials are appealing for the public's help to find an F-35 aircraft, which a pilot ejected from over South Carolina. ⌘ Read more
Dating apps threatened with regulation unless they improve safety
Popular online dating platforms are being threatened with greater government regulation unless they lift their standards and improve safety for users. ⌘ Read more
Neighbours returns to Australian screens tonight. Here's how to watch it and why it's back
Neighbours received an all-star send off in 2022 but now the beloved Australian soap is heading back to TV. ⌘ Read more
After Claire experienced domestic violence, going to court was 'terrifying'. She says people like her need more support
Legal experts say a program that offers intermediaries to support people with a cognitive impairment, including mental illness or intellectual disability, during police interviews and court hearings is too limited and excludes many who would benefit from it. ⌘ Read more
Who really benefits from private health insurance rebates? Not people who need cover the most
The government spends billions of dollars a year subsidising private health insurance, particularly for those over 65. Could the money be better-used by investing directly in hospitals and primary care? ⌘ Read more
'Mind-blowing' collections uncovered as artist looks to the suburbs for untold stories
Khaled Sabsabi was looking for exceptional stories in Muslim families' homes when he found a manuscript collection bigger than any owned by museums. ⌘ Read more
Energy Minister says replacing coal-fired power stations with nuclear would cost $387 billion
The federal government releases figures to try to shut down growing calls from the opposition to consider nuclear as part of Australia's future energy mix, with Energy Minister Chris Bowen saying there would be a "massive cost to pay". ⌘ Read more
'The next chapter of a great story': Owners to sell Winx's first foal
The first foal of champion racehorse Winx is tipped to break sale records, as her owners confirm she will be sold at a public auction next year. ⌘ Read more
Small businesses weigh up the costs of going cashless after armed robberies, theft
Crime-affected businesses in Queensland's north consider no longer accepting cash in a bid to protect their workers. But some worry the financial impacts could be crippling. ⌘ Read more
Zelenskyy praises soldiers for recapturing village near Bakhmut
Ukraine says it has recaptured Klishchiivka, an eastern village on the southern flank of Bakhmut, which fell into Russian hands during months of heavy fighting, ⌘ Read more
Live: New dawn at the RBA as Michele Bullock begins as governor, ASX set for weak start ahead of overseas interest rates meetings
The Australian sharemarket is set for a weaker start as investors wait for foreign central banks' next interest rates meetings, while Michele Bullock begins her first seven-year term as RBA governor. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
A double majority is needed for the Voice referendum to pass. What does that mean and how does it work?**
Unlike federal elections, a majority of Australian states will need to support the Voice to Parliament in order for the change to pass. ⌘ Read more
New FIFO legal service to support women as domestic violence soars in WA's Pilbara
While the fly-in, fly-out structure is not ideal, a support service boss says it will help in a remote region where recruiting expert staff has been difficult. ⌘ Read more
Man suffers life-threatening injuries after a stabbing in Adelaide's north
SA Police says a man has suffered life-threatening injuries after being stabbed during a "large disturbance" at Elizabeth Downs on Sunday night. ⌘ Read more
Wallabies' 'smash and grab campaign' on the brink of unravelling after World Cup loss to Fiji
Never before have the Wallabies exited the Rugby World Cup at the pool stage, but the result against Fiji has left Eddie Jones's squad in danger of missing the quarterfinals, writes Luke Pentony. ⌘ Read more
Live: Tens of thousands march to kick off climate week. The latest news with The Loop
This morning's news, as it happens. ⌘ Read more
Fenced in from predators, these numbats are thrilling ecologists as they repopulate the Eyre Peninsula
Four juvenile numbats have been spotted at Secret Rocks for the first time, sparking new hope for the region's reintroduction program. ⌘ Read more
Why can't people in outback Queensland recycle? There are three main reasons
With no yellow-lidded recycling bins for hundreds of kilometres, what do people in rural and remote areas do to reduce their waste? People like Longreach's Patsy Worland help, but it's an uphill battle. ⌘ Read more
Five teenagers arrested in Melbourne after aggravated burglary and car chase
Police say five teenagers tried to hide in suburban backyards in Yarraville after a car chase across the city following an alleged aggravated burglary in Brighton. ⌘ Read more
Using ChatGPT to write your resume and cover letter could backfire. Here's how to use it wisely
Tools driven by artificial intelligence are being used by jobseekers to put together their applications. But recruiters warn misusing them could hinder chances of landing a dream role. ⌘ Read more
Fire engulfs 18-storey tower block in Sudan's capital as rival forces battle
An 18-storey building in the centre of Sudan's capital is engulfed in flames as fighting between the military and a rival paramilitary force enters its sixth month. ⌘ Read more
Teachers say poor mental health, excessive screen time, the biggest problems facing young people
Poor mental health and excessive screen time are the biggest problems facing young people, according to a new survey of more than 2,000 Australian teachers. New resources will be made available for teachers in a hope to create more conversations on mental wellbeing. ⌘ Read more
Work-from-home habits blamed as Adelaide public transport use fails to bounce back after COVID
South Australians working from home and using new modes of transport are among the reasons cited for the state's failure to return to pre-COVID levels. ⌘ Read more
Snowboarders, skiers fear for the future of their playground as worst snow season in decades wraps up
Snow enthusiasts are becoming increasingly concerned about what climate change will do to Australia's alpine regions. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — Penalties, squad questions and a 'massively important' bonus point as Wallabies lose to Fiji
The Wallabies' loss to Fiji for the first time in 69 years has left their Rugby World Cup hopes on a precipice, with penalties and ill discipline costing them dearly. But it could have been worse. Here are five quick hits from Fiji's momentous victory. ⌘ Read more
The CSIRO says we're eating too much junk and not enough veges — here's how to improve your diet
The average Australian diet barely scraped a pass on the healthy diet score card, with most adults eating too few veg and too much junk. ⌘ Read more
'I'm excited to show my support': Young Victorians share their thoughts on the Voice to Parliament
What teenagers in regional Victoria are thinking about the Voice and what it means for the future. ⌘ Read more
Drew Barrymore postpones return of daytime talk show until after Hollywood strikes
Drew Barrymore's initial decision to return to the air on Monday without her three union writers and with picketers outside her studio was met with criticism. ⌘ Read more
Your local council manages 'roads, rates and rubbish', but they're also likely running an airport
Local governments own and operate hundreds of airports around the country, but many operate at a loss and rely on ratepayers to stay in the air. Councils say more funding is needed to support their community's "valuable asset". ⌘ Read more
It was advertised as a delightful ground-floor apartment. Within a day, the rental price had gone up twice
The one-bedroom apartment was advertised as a delightful ground-floor apartment with its own private courtyard. Within a day the price was raised twice due to increased market interest. ⌘ Read more