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'I'm lucky I'm here': Retired North champ Ziebell says he will need more surgery after alleged assault outside bar
Former North Melbourne skipper Jack Ziebell says he is still feeling the impact of an alleged assault outside a Melbourne bar on the night of his retirement, with more surgery on the horizon. ⌘ Read more
NRLW live: Semifinal Sunday begins with Knights and Broncos for place in the grand final
The best four teams in the NRLW face off in two blockbuster semifinals. Follow our ScoreCentre for all the live scores and stats. ⌘ Read more
Why you're probably paying more interest on your mortgage than you think
For most things we buy, the price we are quoted is the price we pay, but our investigations show this is hardly ever the case for home loans, write Sander De Groote and Kevin Li. ⌘ Read more
Houses in flood-hit WA community lifted to 1-in-100-year safe height
The WA government has confirmed 23 properties in Fitzroy Crossing will be lifted above the 100-year flood mark, eight months after a record-breaking flood devastated the community. ⌘ Read more
As Lachlan Murdoch becomes chair of Fox News and News Corp, what does the media empire look like?**
As Lachlan Murdoch finally becomes chair of Fox News and News Corp, the media conglomerate is still evolving, in multiple countries. ⌘ Read more
'He shows the way': Deaf firefighter blazes a trail protecting his country as hot, dry summer looms
James Tucker didn't let a few rejections get in the way of his goal of becoming a ranger. But what he really wanted to do was fight fires. ⌘ Read more
Rugby Australia backs Jones long-term amid Wallabies' stuttering Rugby World Cup campaign
With the Wallabies facing a historic early exit at the World Cup in France, Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh throws his support behind coach Eddie Jones ahead of their crucial match against Wales. ⌘ Read more
Inside the rugby league town that's produced dozens of the game's greats
Nestled in NSW's rugby league heartland, the Maitland Pickers again defend a trophy only they've ever won. ⌘ Read more
Minister says Australia 'much better prepared' for bushfire threat this summer
The Emergency Management Minister tells Insiders authorities are better prepared for this summer compared to the months leading up to the Black Summer fires in 2019 and 2020. ⌘ Read more
Everything you need to know about today's Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix
Red Bull was uncharacteristically off the pace one week ago, but comes to a track where it had success last year. ⌘ Read more
70-year-old advocate for families in need forced to move house for sixth time in nine years
Lesley Scott-Smith used to be the one helping families going through tough times, but now she needs access to the services she once referred others to. ⌘ Read more
SA government acquires West End Brewery site, with plans to build at least 200 affordable homes
The South Australian government says it has reached a deal to buy the 8.4 hectare site in Adelaide's inner-west from global beverage company Lion for $61.5 million. ⌘ Read more
A NASA mission is set to return to Earth and Australian scientists will have a front-row seat
A capsule carrying a 4.5 billion-year-old piece of asteroid will come crashing down to Earth on Monday, and nine Australians will have the chance to observe it firsthand. ⌘ Read more
Cocaine worth $280,000 found in hidden compartments of repossessed car in Canberra
A search of the vehicle revealed cocaine in two motorised hidden compartments, which ACT Policing say were sophisticated and professionally installed, indicative of organised crime. ⌘ Read more
'It won't be normal': How the Lions are approaching their first AFL grand final week in 19 years
Experienced Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan wants his side to "embrace and enjoy" the hype that comes with the build-up to the grand final, as they get ready to face Collingwood. ⌘ Read more
How a plant library helped Vicky to sow joy in her community
During COVID Vicky Robinson had a plant stand knocked together so she could give away plants and seedlings to neighbours. It's grown into a meeting space for her community and a destination place for seniors taking an outing from the local aged care home. ⌘ Read more
Trashed fortunes and favour lost: Inside the 'madness' of a state's energy woes
Once a source of pride and prosperity, a foreign-owned Australian coal mine is now a byword for debt and despair. Observers say it's also a time bomb that's set to explode on energy users. ⌘ Read more
The tactic the Broncos may employ to stop the Panthers from winning a third straight grand final
Whether Brisbane has found the attacking template to beat two-time premiers Penrith remains to be seen, but the Broncos' win over the Warriors shows they may be on the right track. ⌘ Read more
Footy fans well ahead of the game to score prime seats at the 'MCG of the Bush'
In north-east Victoria lies a gem of country football. But if you want the best seat in the house to watch the action on grand final day at Sandy Creek Recreation Reserve, you'll have to get in early and bring the best seat you can find. ⌘ Read more
Travel back to a time when there was a 'romantic' excitement about new suburbs
The State Library of NSW has digitised subdivision plans from as far back as the 1880s and they're not just advertisements. They're works of art. ⌘ Read more
Boy, 10, stopped by police after driving mother's car 320 kilometres across US
The boy and his 11-year-old sister tell police they were driving to California because they were upset their mother had taken away their electronic devices. ⌘ Read more
Brodie was once in trouble with the police. Now he's a role model for his outback community
Brodie spent his early 20s disconnected and self-medicating with alcohol. But he's now teaching young Aboriginal men how to better themselves in his own purpose-built gym — and out on country. ⌘ Read more
Luke hid behind his 'confident' guy persona for years. Then, the dam wall burst
Luke Thomson was known as a confident and outgoing footy coach, so his mates were surprised when he was diagnosed with anxiety and depression. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds of veterans in unmarked Brisbane graves have finally been identified
The move brings joy and relief for families but hundreds of others of fallen veterans are still waiting to have their names etched on memorials. ⌘ Read more
Aussie-born winger helps Ireland to epic win over Springboks at Rugby World Cup
Mack Hansen, who was born and raised in Canberra, crosses for Ireland's only try, as the number one team in the world takes down the defending champions in a bruising encounter. ⌘ Read more
Every five minutes a woman in Australia suffers a miscarriage. What to do next isn't always clear
For a brief moment after the miscarriage of her first child Lyndal Redman couldn't help but wonder if it was her fault. Then the doom scrolling set in. ⌘ Read more
'It started with a phone call': The story behind the hit podcast that exposed a monster
That a paedophile had worked on a children's hospital ward for almost two decades was Launceston's worst kept secret. Then one phone call changed everything, setting in motion a series of events that would alter Tasmania forever. ⌘ Read more
Monty the cavoodle visits this school part-time, and his presence is increasing attendance
Therapy dogs are proven to alleviate anxiety, something school students in Australia are increasingly experiencing, but as their popularity grows experts say more regulation is needed. ⌘ Read more
'Gone rogue': Surreal scenes in outback Australia as Catholic Church abuse allegations escalate
He still has a beer named after him at a local pub but few people are toasting the career of Bishop Christopher Saunders. It's been a rapid fall from grace for the senior cleric who's accused of sexual assault and appears to be disobeying Vatican orders. ⌘ Read more
The NRL grand final is a meeting between the unstoppable force and the immovable object
As the Panthers and Broncos prepare to meet in the NRL grand final, they'll do so with both teams the only sides in the league who could hope to contain the other. ⌘ Read more
Farmers want to export 'climate-smart' rice — but an old law stands in their way
Rice is agriculture's second-largest methane emitter, surpassing beef, but a small group of growers is producing a rain-fed crop, with a smaller environmental footprint. The problem is they can't export it. ⌘ Read more
'No-one's thinking you can get cancer under your nail': Father's melanoma diagnosed after dropping kettle bell on toe
Clinton Parker's melanoma is unrelated to sunlight exposure. He's been given just 12 to 24 months to live. ⌘ Read more
When Julia uses the heater in her Melbourne apartment, she opens a window for safety
Huge demand and dwindling supply has made it a tough market for renters, and new data shows more and more tenants with serious rental problems are turning to the legal system to solve them. ⌘ Read more
Aussie canoeing legend Fox scores 'emotional' victory to claim 14th world title
Despite being hit with a two-second time penalty, Australia's Jess Fox triumphs in the women's K1 final at the Canoe Slalom World Championships to add another medal to burgeoning collection. ⌘ Read more
'Cruelty beyond my imagination': Prominent Uyghur scholar sentenced to life in Chinese prison
The professor, who specialises in the study of her people's folklore and traditions, disappeared in late 2017 amid a brutal government crackdown aimed at the Uyghurs. ⌘ Read more
Rupert Murdoch is retiring, so who are the world's remaining media moguls?**
The end of Rupert Murdoch's reign signals the end of an era — but who are the world's other billionaire media moguls shaping our politics and society? ⌘ Read more
Masked men, a getaway car and claims of a global conspiracy: The assassination of a Canadian Sikh
Hardeep Singh Nijjar had been warned his life was in danger. But when he walked out of his Sikh temple in Canada, he had no idea two assassins were lying in wait. ⌘ Read more
Thao Tran's mum told her that if she ever got a tattoo, she would scrape it off her
In most Asian cultures, tattoos are viewed as a symbol of gang activity, violence or criminal behaviour. As a result, many children choose to hide their tattoos to avoid conflict with their parents. ⌘ Read more
'It's a way of life': These Muslim women share their perspectives on wearing the hijab
For those who follow Islam, wearing a hijab is prescribed for women from puberty. But some women have complicated relationships with the head covering. ⌘ Read more
Teachers have their own category at an awards show and it's about time
There's a certain subject at school that is music to the ears of its students and the outcomes speak for themselves. Now, finally, teachers are being recognised for the role they play in the lives of music-loving children. ⌘ Read more
Why nuclear researchers are drawn to the underwater 'home' of SpongeBob SquarePants
For some, the name "Bikini Bottom" will be synonymous with a pineapple under the sea — the fictional home of SpongeBob SquarePants. But the underwater world of the quirky cartoon character is based on a real place in the Pacific Ocean — and one with a dark history. ⌘ Read more
Without change, the trauma of the disability royal commission will have all been for nothing
As the disability royal commission prepares to hand down its final report, the community has its hopes pinned on recommendations to put an end to the trauma so many still experience, writes Nas Campanella. ⌘ Read more
Sergei Lavrov dismisses Ukraine's peace plan and rails against the West, as another missile attack hits Crimea
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says Ukraine's proposed peace plan is "not realistic" and accuses the West of direct fighting in Ukraine during his UN speech, as another missile attack hits the city of Sevastopol in Crimea. ⌘ Read more
As the eldest boy, Lachlan Murdoch won the chance to rule the empire — unless his siblings stop him
Lachlan Murdoch was once the reluctant heir apparent to a sprawling media empire, spending years in the wilderness after a confrontation with his father. This is how he was welcomed back into the fold and handed the keys to the kingdom. ⌘ Read more
'Still a boys' club': Female TV journalists on the things that still need to change
Sandra Sully says she once called out the behaviour of a former male colleague after hearing him say a particular journalist's breasts were too large for her role on camera. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — An unlikely hero ignites the Lions as a superstar Blue produces another finals misfire
The grand final awaits the Brisbane Lions after a preliminary final victory over Carlton that was inspired by an unheralded young defender and a unique star recruit. Here are five quick hits. ⌘ Read more
Five Eyes intelligence informed Canada's PM of India's possible involvement in Sikh leader's murder
The US ambassador has confirmed that Justin Trudeau was informed of the possible involvement of Indian agents in the killing of a Sikh leader. ⌘ Read more
'Stengthen international cooperation': China and Timor Leste make deal to form strategic partnership
The agreement was made ahead of the opening ceremony of the Asian Games in Hangzhou. ⌘ Read more
Suspected mushroom poisoning victim Ian Wilkinson released from hospital after 'significant progress'
The Korumburra pastor had been taken to Austin Hospital in a critical condition following a family lunch where police suspect he ingested death cap mushrooms. ⌘ Read more
Live: Broncos and Warriors go head-to-head for a spot in the NRL grand final
The Brisbane Broncos take on the New Zealand Warriors in a preliminary final at Lang Park for a chance to meet the Panthers in the NRL grand final. Follow all the updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
Piastri on front row at Japanese Grand Prix after brilliant qualifying session
Australian Oscar Piastri will start Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix second after one of the best qualifying sessions in his rookie season. ⌘ Read more
'First time in history': Sydney's theatre makeover attracts a new kind of audience
Is God Is is one of several plays currently on at major venues in Sydney in which black and brown people are at the helm. This is unprecedented, say creatives, who are hailing it as an historic moment. ⌘ Read more
Protesters gather in major cities, calling for No vote in Voice referendum
Hundreds of people attend unofficial No vote rallies across Australia ahead of the Voice to Parliament referendum on October 14. ⌘ Read more
Live: Lions host preliminary final as Blues bid to keep fairtytale run alive
Brisbane and Carlton meet for a crunch preliminary final at the Gabba, with Collingwood awaiting the winner in next week's decider. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'I'm rather sick of snobs': In 1971, Murdoch gave Four Corners a no-holds-barred interview about his empire
With a career spanning 70 years, Rupert Murdoch is no stranger to facing the same kind of interviewing and investigative treatment that he has dished out in his media outlets. ⌘ Read more
Roadkill is up 20pc in NSW, but one council believes its virtual fence offers a solution
A one-year trial for roadside posts that emit a high-pitched sound to ward off animals whenever cars approach has concluded, and the results are turning heads. ⌘ Read more
Sam O'Connor doesn't feel like a radical but he knows he's facing an uphill battle
The 32-year-old Liberal MP is supporting the Indigenous Voice to Parliament in one of Australia's conservative heartlands. ⌘ Read more
Crows thrash Giants to continue hot start to AFLW season
Adelaide encounters minimal trouble as it posts a dominant 69-point win over GWS at Canberra's Manuka Oval. ⌘ Read more
First toll rise in 14 years for Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel 'very moderate', all about 'equity'
From October 29, drivers will pay $4.27 to use the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel, a rise of 27 cents from when it last went up in 2009. ⌘ Read more
Solomon Islands PM snubs meeting with Biden, praises China's 'global security initiative'
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare has declined a White House invitation to meet with US President Joe Biden at next week's Pacific leaders' summit. ⌘ Read more
It's known best for picture-perfect views but Canada's Rockies hide a dire housing crisis
Plenty of young Australians are living the dream of working abroad but many struggle to find a safe place to live or a job that pays the bills, particularly in busy tourist hotspots like Banff or London. ⌘ Read more
Young pilot blazing a trail for autistic aviators touches down in outback NSW
Hayden McDonald, 22, is hoping to break misconceptions about autism on his 14,000km journey around the country, stopping at regional communities and schools along the way. ⌘ Read more
Police say drugs found on man charged over fatal traffic accident
Methamphetamine has allegedly been found between the buttocks of the man charged over a crash involving a stolen vehicle that killed a 72-year-old mother yesterday. ⌘ Read more
Former prime minister Tony Abbott nominated for Fox Corporation board of directors
Lachlan Murdoch welcomes the nomination in one of his first public statements since succeeding his father as Fox Corp's executive officer. ⌘ Read more
Two Aussies on the F1 grid in 2024 as Ricciardo resigns with Italian team
Eight-time grand prix winner Daniel Ricciardo joined AlphaTauri in the middle of this season, replacing Dutch rookie Nick De Vries. ⌘ Read more
Fire authorities investigate third cafe fire in days, including two at same Kangaroo Island site
A cafe has been heavily damaged by fire in regional South Australia, days after two other blazes damaged and then destroyed another cafe on Kangaroo Island. ⌘ Read more
When a video of Toby saving wombats went viral, he quit his job to do it full-time
Toby Davidson first saw a wombat with mange when he was eight years old, near his parents' property north-west of Sydney. Its cracked, bleeding eyes spurred him on to save other animals from the same plight. ⌘ Read more
'I'm not sure where the airplane is': Pilot tells 911 operator he has just parachuted into backyard
In the audio, a North Charleston resident is heard calmly explaining that a pilot just parachuted into his backyard while the pilot says he doesn't know what became of his F-35 jet. ⌘ Read more
What's Australia's worst insect stinger? Hint: it's not the dreaded fire ant
Fire ants are a real pain. Their name is based on what it feels like to be stung by one — but it is far from the biggest pain in the insect world. ⌘ Read more
How did a 16th-century Italian anatomist come up with the word ‘placenta’? It reminded him of a cake
In the pre-modern world, there existed a variety of words and concepts used to understand the placenta. By studying this past knowledge, we can see the echoes of attitudes to this organ in our modern science and culture. ⌘ Read more
'I feel vulnerable': Nightclubbing can be overwhelming, but even more so for neurodiverse people
Nightclubs can cause sensory overload for neurodiverse people, but a community group is staging a low-sensory club night that is supplying the groove and bringing people together. ⌘ Read more
Injured Magpie looming as heartbreak story of AFL grand final week
Collingwood forward Daniel McStay is nervously awaiting the results of scans on his injured knee after being forced from the field in the Magpies' pulsating one-point win over the Giants in the first preliminary final. ⌘ Read more
El Niño is back and cattle prices are melting
Australian cattle producers are already getting drought prices. What happens when El Niño bites? ⌘ Read more
More than 200kg of cocaine seized from cargo ship in Port of Melbourne
Police are investigating after a large quantity of cocaine with an estimated street value of $80m was found hidden in a cargo ship in the Port of Melbourne. ⌘ Read more
'We stand behind them': Sweden shows support to Spain following World Cup scandal
Spain and Sweden stand together in solidarity before their match in Gothenburg, as the Spanish take to the field for the first time following the fallout from their win in the World Cup final. ⌘ Read more
Border disputes lead to diplomatic row between India and China over athlete visas
A long-standing border dispute between India and China leaves three Indian martial arts competitors stranded at home and unable to make it to the Asian Games in Hangzhou, while sparking a diplomatic row between the two countries. ⌘ Read more
NT police officer charged with rape, choking and aggravated assault
The 30-year-old officer is charged with sexual intercourse without consent, choking, strangling or suffocating in a domestic relationship and aggravated assault. ⌘ Read more
Woman sues dentist for negligence after alleged prescription overdose triggers seizure
Michelle Gibson claims her dentist overprescribed the muscle relaxant Baclofen, and the dose caused a serious seizure that led to a shoulder injury and mental health problems. ⌘ Read more
Erica has 'two kids with trauma backgrounds', but cannot get the support they need
With more than 3,300 children in Tasmania waiting to see a paediatrician, one specialist describes the system as inadequate and unfair, prioritising children with physical complaints rather than developmental issues. ⌘ Read more
India struggles to wake up Moon rover and landar after successful landing
India is yet to establish contact with its Moon rover and lander as a new lunar day arrives, weeks after putting the two to "sleep". ⌘ Read more
How NFTs are creating a new global marketplace for regional artists like Ben
Warracknabeal-based Ben Fowler's first NFT digital artwork sold for $930 within days. Now he and other regional artists are cashing in on the opportunities of blockchain technology. ⌘ Read more
Brad has never had to irrigate in winter before. Now he's bracing for a very dry summer
With an El Niño confirmed and dry conditions already being experienced, farmers are bracing for the summer ahead. For some, it's meant tough decisions are already being made. ⌘ Read more
Generators pay to stay on as dominant rooftop solar 'cannibalises' electricity prices
The rise of rooftop solar in Australia shows no signs of slowing, bringing cheap, clean power. But the technology is also reshaping the power system in some surprising ways. ⌘ Read more
Sampa The Great is back in Australia and bringing her two homes together
A struggle for identity and culture took the hip-hop artist and songwriter back home to Zambia where she reclaimed her story, she's back showcasing her African roots at a new Sydney festival. ⌘ Read more
Canberra had a record hot start to spring. How hot is it likely to get this summer?**
Climate data suggests the capital's average monthly temperatures may be 3.5 degrees higher than usual, but the days of extreme heat are less predictable. ⌘ Read more
Chloe lives in a van in a carpark with her home-schooled 10yo daughter. How did it come to this?**
Homeless people are threatened with fines and even jail time as councils crack down on those forced to sleep in car parks amid a nationwide housing crisis. ⌘ Read more
Thinking of feeding a dingo on K'gari? Don't, they have plenty of food
It's an iconic animal that draws nearly half a million visitors to the world's largest sand island every year. But a dramatic rise in dingo attacks has shone a spotlight on the health of the island's dingo population. ⌘ Read more
Bruce felt isolated after his dementia diagnosis, now he's helping to break the stigma for others
A South Australian man helps make a regional community centre more dementia-friendly — in a bid to fight isolation faced by many living with the condition. ⌘ Read more
Aussie canoeing great Fox adds another medal to world champs tally
Australia's Jess Fox wins the 21st world championships medal of her unparalleled career, but she has to settle for bronze at canoe slalom's showpiece event in London. ⌘ Read more
From horse paddock to iconic stadium: The MCG celebrates 170 years
Melbourne's world famous cricket ground reaches a major milestone today, turning 170. It hasn't always been this grand. ⌘ Read more
Australia falls to India in ODI loss as pre-World Cup woes continue
With the men's Cricket World Cup less than a fortnight away, Australia records its fourth straight ODI defeat, as India cruises to a comfortable victory. ⌘ Read more
This neurotoxin is now suspended from use on mangoes and avocados after harvest, so why not oranges?**
Dimethoate is already banned in Europe, and now Australia's chemical regulator has suspended its post-harvest use on the popular fruits, so what's the risk if you've been eating them for years? ⌘ Read more
'Buzz in the air': Preliminary finals for both Brisbane NRL and AFL home teams sparks fan frenzy
For decades a cross-code war has raged but, as Brisbane prepares to be the epicentre of Australian sport tonight, it's clear — the city's football sides have never been more united. ⌘ Read more
Who's who? Here's the Murdoch family tree to bring you up to date
Media magnate Rupert Murdoch has announced that he is stepping away from the empire he created, saying he will turn over the reins to his son Lachlan. ⌘ Read more
How listening to The Wiggles' Big Red Car 500 times inspired Kate Miller-Heidke's new musical comedy
Kate Miller-Heidke and Keir Nuttall's new musical comedy, Bananaland, considers the best way to deliver a political message at a moment of planetary crisis. ⌘ Read more
'Safe haven for terrorists': India escalates spat against Canada, suspending new visas
India suspends new visas for Canadians and asks Ottawa to reduce its diplomatic presence in the country, as tensions between the two nations grow following a Sikh separatist's murder. ⌘ Read more
How white supremacists used an obscure 40-year-old documentary to split the Voice vote
An obscure 1980s documentary about the Indigenous land rights movement has become a clarion call for those opposing the Voice to Parliament. An ABC Investigations analysis has traced how a debunked conspiracy theory about communists was weaponised to divide voters on the referendum. ⌘ Read more
Callum Ah Chee on the cusp of 141-year first for football's Chinese-Australian community
Brisbane Lions' Callum Ah Chee is two wins and potentially just eight days away from becoming the first Australian man with Chinese heritage to win a flag. ⌘ Read more
What Red Bull needs to do to win F1's world title this weekend
There are seven races left in the 2023 season and this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix is Red Bull's first opportunity to secure the constructors' championship. ⌘ Read more
Five quick hits — A maligned Collingwood superstar dominates, but an injury hits the Pies at the wrong time
The Pies are through to the grand final after a stellar Jordan De Goey performance headlined an amazing victory over the Giants  — but it's not all good news for Collingwood. Here are five quick hits. ⌘ Read more