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Ghost nets come alive in a sardine-packed fashion spectacular
From striking art installations to one-of-a-kind costumes, two designers are transforming marine debris into "beautiful things" that highlight a scourge that plagues our beaches. ⌘ Read more
Powerful earthquake and aftershocks kill dozens and injure many more in western Afghanistan
A magnitude-6.3 earthquake followed by strong aftershocks kills dozens of people in Afghanistan's west. ⌘ Read more
Land values in a tiny patch of WA's outback skyrocket as big cotton moves in
Australia's legacy cotton country is once again bone-dry, but some of the area's largest growers have set their sights on an unlikely part of Australia where the grass might just be greener. ⌘ Read more
Hip hop veteran gives grassroots artists belief to launch music dreams
As an Indigenous storyteller and hip hop artist, Phil "Philly" Murray believes the artform can give voice to those unable to express their views in a conventional way. ⌘ Read more
There's a bunch of issues impacting Australia's housing crisis. Then there's the 'Nimby Paradox'
As suburban sprawl radiates from cities across the country, experts say Australia needs more infill development. But building higher-density homes isn't always easy. ⌘ Read more
Gunmen on the run after shooting at car park in Melbourne's north
Police say the gunmen involved in yesterday's deadly shooting at a shopping centre in Melbourne's north remain on the run, as detectives investigate whether the discovery of a second burnt-out car is linked to the crime. ⌘ Read more
Verstappen has gone from a driver with a clouded title to a champion equal with F1's greatest drivers
In 664 days, Max Verstappen changed his reputation and legacy by dominating Formula 1 in a way that is unparalleled, writes Michael Doyle. ⌘ Read more
ODI live: Australia faces West Indies in series opener
After winning the T20 international series, Australia turns its attention to three ODIs against West Indies, starting at Allan Border in Brisbane. Check out the live scores and stats in our ScoreCentre. ⌘ Read more
Live: The 60th Bathurst 1000 gets underway on the mountain
The Bathurst 1000 sees the Gen3 Supercars take to the mountain on the 60th anniversary of the great race. Follow all the updates in our live blog. ⌘ Read more
'Growing mood for change': LNP announces Oodgeroo candidate who believes Labor 'has lost its way'
A former senator and host of a weekend Sky News program is selected following the news long-time Oodgeroo MP, Mark Robinson, intended to step down. ⌘ Read more
Angus needs more time in exams to help his 'brain think', but the regulator won't allow enough
Like most year 11 students, Angus is feeling the pressure of end-of-year exams. But Angus isn't like every other student — it takes him a lot longer to read and understand information. His school gave him extra time at his mid-year exams which really helped. The trouble is, at finals, he won't get anywhere near that — and experts say that isn't fair. ⌘ Read more
Flood support hubs with 'thousands of outstanding cases' plead for more funding
Wendy Perkins sheds tears of gratitude when she speaks of the charity that helped get her emergency accommodation extended. But many Northern New South Wales flood victims like her still need help. ⌘ Read more
'We chose to fight': How an Indigenous leader took on Australia's richest man Andrew Forrest
When Yindjibarndi leader Michael Woodley stood his ground against Andrew Forrest's FMG he had no idea he'd still be fighting for compensation 14 years later. Despite community division and lengthy court battles he's never backed down. ⌘ Read more
Hoping your local musical troupe will take a shot at Hamilton? Don't hold your breath
It's tricky and expensive securing the rights to musicals and some will never be available to the community. For those dreaming a dream of Les Mis at the local school, here's what it takes. ⌘ Read more
'Me and my thoughts? Sounds horrible': What the 'silent walking' trend says about us
The "silent walking" trend on TikTok has highlighted how much we rely on audio distractions to get us through the day. But is it a problem? ⌘ Read more
We asked regional Queenslanders how they'll vote in the Voice to Parliament referendum
Australia's most decentralised mainland state is expected to deliver a resounding No at the Voice to Parliament referendum. We spoke to voters about what's influencing their decision. ⌘ Read more
One-way virtual job interviews are becoming more common. Here's how to nail them
From retail gigs to graduate positions, the one-way virtual job interview is becoming more common — and depending on who you ask, you may have heard some success (and horror) stories. ⌘ Read more
Siskaeee is risking jail and defying the haters to make OnlyFans content in Indonesia. Here's why
Jakarta's police are in the midst of a morality crackdown, raiding porn studios and targeting content creators. But adult performers say it won't do anything to stop Indonesians from accessing porn. ⌘ Read more
Singapore to go passport-free but what are the risks and could Australia follow suit?**
Singapore will soon join Dubai to provide travellers with a more efficient immigration clearance as early as 2024 following an update to its Immigration Bill. ⌘ Read more
Bathurst 1000 marks 60 years at racing's pinnacle of 'speed, difficulty and danger'
Some of Australia's past and present legends look back on the history of the iconic race ahead of this weekend's "razzamatazz". They say plenty has changed in 60 years, but the thrill of the event feels as fresh as ever. ⌘ Read more
The men who know a different side to Volodymyr Zelenzkyy
Before he became Ukraine's commander-in-chief, Volodymyr Zelenskyy was never far from the front lines — these men were there with him, and know a different side to the president. ⌘ Read more
Voice polls show support lower than that of failed republic referendum
The ABC's poll of the polls now puts Yes at an average of 41.2 per cent, well behind No at 58.8 per cent, Casey Briggs writes. ⌘ Read more
'A real boom in numbers': Why Sydney has become inundated with flies earlier than usual
Scientists say you can thank warmer weather for the mass of flies this spring and summer. ⌘ Read more
After Ben's identity was stolen, he was accused of scamming people out of Taylor Swift tickets
When Ben was scammed out of footy tickets, he had no idea scammers were about to use his identity to ruin his reputation and scam even more people — including those desperate for Taylor Swift tickets. ⌘ Read more
Weather scientists worry fast-warming oceans have warped BoM's El Niño index
Climate researchers at the Bureau of Meteorology hope a new system will prevent situations where some agencies are declaring an El Niño event and others aren't. ⌘ Read more
Live: Palestinian fighters and Israeli military trade cross-border attacks after weeks of rising tension
The Israeli military says it is striking targets in the Gaza Strip after the Hamas militant group launched a major new operation, firing rockets into southern Israel. Follow live. ⌘ Read more
'We are at war': Israel retaliates with Gaza strikes after Palestinian militants kill hundreds and take hostages
Israel says it is now at war with Hamas, launching air strikes on Gaza and vowing to inflict an "unprecedented price" after dozens of Hamas militants broke out of the blockaded Gaza Strip and into nearby Israeli towns, killing hundreds and abducting others in an unprecedented operation. ⌘ Read more
Meet the religious leaders teaming up to fight climate change
Faith leaders from different religions and denominations are coming together to share a strong message about climate change. ⌘ Read more
This asteroid, worth an estimated $15,600 quadrillion, is the target of a new NASA mission
The Psyche mission will travel to an asteroid unlike any we've seen. Its investigations could shed light on how the Solar System and the planets formed. ⌘ Read more
Oscar Piastri gets first F1 victory, Verstappen wins world championship
Max Verstappen's place among the best drivers in Formula 1's history has been confirmed with a third drivers' championship. ⌘ Read more
Ruth Hegarty lived through a cruel chapter in Australia's history — but she now has a message of hope
Aunty Ruth Hegarty lived through a cruel chapter in Australian history. Now aged 94, she's approaching the Voice vote with optimism for future generations. ⌘ Read more
Turkish forces 'neutralise' militants in Syria in overnight attacks as conflict escalates
Türkiye's Defence Ministry says all targets belonging to two Kurdish militias were "legitimate targets" for its forces. ⌘ Read more
World reacts to surprise Hamas attack on Israel
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has launched the biggest attack on Israel in years in a surprise assault that combined gunmen crossing into several Israeli towns with a heavy barrage of rockets fired from the Gaza Strip. ⌘ Read more
Kostecki claims Bathurst 1000 pole after blitzing top-10 shootout
Despite a shaky start, Supercars Championship leader Brodie Kostecki produces a stunning top-10 shootout lap around Mount Panorama to confirm his favouritism for Sunday's race. ⌘ Read more
Hundreds attend rally against proposed offshore wind zone along Australia's east coast
Organisers estimate around 500 people attended today's event at Nelson Bay, where locals raised concerns about the potential impact of an offshore wind zone. ⌘ Read more
Palestinian militants launch new military operation, Israel strikes targets in Gaza
The Israeli military says it is striking targets in the Gaza Strip after the Hamas militant group launched a major new operation, firing rockets into southern Israel. ⌘ Read more
'I cast my vote for Yes': Albanese joins 1.8 million Australian pre-poll voters ahead of referendum
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains upbeat about a positive outcome for the Voice, as a senior NSW Liberal urges the party's youth wing to vote Yes. ⌘ Read more
Fire threatening lives and homes in Shire of Gingin, north of Perth
An emergency warning is issued for a bushfire threatening lives and homes in parts of Coonabidgee and Granville in the Shire of Gingin, north of Perth. ⌘ Read more
Man shot dead in suspected targeted attack in Melbourne car park, police say
Police say a number of shots were fired outside a shopping centre in Craigieburn, in Melbourne's north, just before 3pm on Saturday. ⌘ Read more
Outback mayor refusing to resign after video emerges of him pinning Indigenous boy to ground
A confidential meeting of the Barkly Regional Council will be held to discuss the actions of its mayor, Jeffrey McLaughlin. ⌘ Read more
Paedophiles Ashley Paul Griffith and Brett Peter Cowan allegedly assaulted in prison
Both want police to investigate the alleged assault that sent one man to hospital ⌘ Read more
Why it feels so bad to lose the iconic Sycamore Gap tree
The loss of the Sycamore Gap tree sent a nation into grief. Rebecca Banham explores why individual trees can become important to our sense of security. ⌘ Read more
Giants conquer Eagles to end AFLW losing streak
GWS posts its first win of the season by kicking five unanswered goals against West Coast to seal a 20-point victory in Blacktown. ⌘ Read more
'Difficult undertaking': Investigators sift through burnt wreckage of plane crash that likely killed four people
Police believe the crash near Gundaroo, north of Canberra, killed a man and three children, but the investigation will be slow and difficult. ⌘ Read more
Spanish police seize 74 tonnes of stolen olives amid soaring prices
Twelve people are arrested in Seville following the latest theft of olives and olive oil, as olive prices rise on the back of a dwindling harvest due to heatwaves and severe drought. ⌘ Read more
US and Turkish diplomats de-escalate tensions after Turkish drone shot down
In a call, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Türkiye Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan the two NATO allies needed to "coordinate and deconflict" their activities as they share the common objective of defeating terrorist threats. ⌘ Read more
Bed bugs cases 'piling up', forcing closure of seven schools in France
The French government holds a series of meetings to examine surging numbers of reported bed bug cases at a time when the country is preparing to host the Paris 2024 Olympics. ⌘ Read more
Can music make communities better places to live, and ease disadvantage? These musos are trying to find out
Flora Wong has been playing her violin in outback towns for a month. The conversations started by the performances are providing important research for an Australia-wide project. ⌘ Read more
Rain has given sheep prices a record boost for producers. Has the bottom of the market been reached?**
After dipping to its lowest level since 2007, the National Mutton Indicator jumped more than 65 cents a kilogram carcass weight in a week, which according to Meat and Livestock Australia is a record. ⌘ Read more
Amazon launches test satellites for global internet service to compete with Elon Musk's SpaceX
Called Project Kuiper, Jeff Bezos's Atlas V rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral in Florida, with the aim of launching more than 3,000 satellites in the next few years to deliver internet connections anywhere in the world. ⌘ Read more
Tourists warned to stop hassling endangered marsupial for selfies
Visitors to Western Australian forests are being urged not to hassle numbats — or any animal — to get a shot for social media. ⌘ Read more
Man in custody over alleged plot to kidnap and murder UK TV host
A shopping centre security officer appears in UK court charged with soliciting another man to murder This Morning television host Holly Willoughby. ⌘ Read more
Simone Biles becomes the world's most-decorated gymnast
Less than three months after returning to competition, Simon Biles is back at the top of world gymnastics, with the American star winning the individual all-around title at the world championships for the sixth time. ⌘ Read more
Stan Grant says Australia's media needs a 'reckoning', in first interview since leaving the ABC
The veteran journalist and former host of Q+A says the media's coverage of the Voice to Parliament referendum has been "terribly predictable". ⌘ Read more
Boaties concerned Noosa River proposal could limit activities on popular stretch
Noosa boaties and fishers are ringing alarm bells about a new plan that could result in the Noosa River being declared a conservation park. ⌘ Read more
Robert has just voted in the Voice referendum — but he's still uncertain about what he's voting for
Many Indulkana residents say they are still confused about the Voice, but hope it might help create change in their community. ⌘ Read more
South Sydney great Nathan Merritt in hospital on life support
His 219 appearances is fourth all-time for the league's oldest club and he retired as the most-prolific tryscorer in Rabbitohs history. ⌘ Read more
Counting the cost: What happens when music festivals become too expensive or hard to host?**
From the Falls Festival and even Dark Mofo, music festivals across Australia are either shutting up shop or taking a break. ⌘ Read more
Should you charge your phone overnight? Will 'overcharging' make it explode? Common battery myths debunked
In the world of lithium-ion batteries, smartphones take centre stage. Yet they've also sparked an ongoing debate: does prolonged (or overnight) charging wreak havoc on your battery? ⌘ Read more
'We owe it to the planet to take a really good look at this': Senior academics support offshore wind farm
Scientists, academics and engineers give in-principle support for an Illawarra offshore wind farm — but warn operators must meet rigorous standards to protect marine ecosystems. ⌘ Read more
Cowgirl meet lifts spirits as women focus on themselves
Rural women have been building a sense of camaraderie and prioritising their own health and wellbeing as they enjoy their country lifestyle at the Cowgirls Gathering. ⌘ Read more
Land councils say this NT education funding policy is widening the gap for Indigenous kids
The Northern and Central Land Councils are calling on both levels of government to urgently address "the inequities in the current system". ⌘ Read more
Authorities hold grave concerns for one person, following a fire in regional Queensland
A crime scene is established at the scene of an early morning fire in Bundaberg, with grave concerns held for one person. ⌘ Read more
Mexican bus carrying US-bound migrants crashes, killling 18 people and injuring 27
Officials in Oaxaca state say the dead, three of them minors, were from Venezuela and Haiti and were hoping to cross Mexico to start new lives in the United States. ⌘ Read more
Is AI's next frontier the AFL?**
Researchers put the finishing touches on an artificial intelligence tool that would help Aussie Rules footy coaches make match decisions based on real-time stats. ⌘ Read more
Teenager fighting for life after ute crash in Sydney's northern beaches, police say
NSW Police believe six teenage boys were travelling in the vehicle when it left the road and hit a tree in Bayview early on Saturday morning. ⌘ Read more
This colourful bird is endangered, and conservationists say without help it will go extinct
Dean has fallen in love with the elusive Tasmanian azure kingfisher, but fears not enough is being done to protect the species, which is one of 14 endangered native birds without a recovery plan. ⌘ Read more
Indigenous rap royalty, rock legends unite to send one-word message to festival crowd
Some of the biggest names in Australian music have thrown high-decibel support behind the Yes campaign – with a support act in the form of Anthony Albanese – as the Voice referendum looms. ⌘ Read more
Fifth baby giraffe born at Canberra's National Zoo helping the species 'suffering a silent extinction'
Two-week-old calf Mkali is the fifth giraffe born as part of a breeding program at the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra, and it's hoped she will grow up to be part of the program's next generation. ⌘ Read more
Incident involving Jetstar passenger injured while disembarking plane raises questions over safety, communication
A Brisbane couple is disappointed with Jetstar's communication systems after hearing nothing for weeks following a fall from the steps of a plane which resulted in an injury. ⌘ Read more
Canberra court hears allegations from two sisters who say they were molested by the son of family friends
The ACT Supreme Court jury is urged to believe two sisters who say they were molested by the son of close family friends while underage, as the man's trial winds up. ⌘ Read more
Support for the Voice to Parliament lacking in Australian outer suburbs, polling suggests
About one fifth of Australia's population live in outer suburbs but this diverse group of voters are more likely to pick No in the upcoming referendum, pollsters predict. ⌘ Read more
At this debutante ball, there's no customary curtsy and you can walk to the stage in your own time
Christine Davis never thought she'd see her granddaughter Kaitlan make her debut at a debutante ball, until now. ⌘ Read more
Rats rampage across outback Queensland, chewing through crops, homes and machines
Residents in the state's north are at war with rodents invading properties, contaminating water and infesting vehicles, as cane farmers estimate they will lose more than 100,000 tonnes of crop to the pests this season. ⌘ Read more
How a sex-trafficking probe fueled the feud between Kevin McCarthy and the man who brought him down
A bitter beef between two Republicans has stunning consequences in congress, and its ripple effects could now be felt around the world — especially in war-ravaged Ukraine. ⌘ Read more
Warnings Chinese community may be stuck in a No Vote information silo on WeChat
Researchers warn some Chinese Australian community members may be stuck in an information silo on WeChat, with information from the No Voice campaign saturating the social media platform. ⌘ Read more
Controversies, crashes and carnage — six of the best moments in 60 years of the Bathurst 1000
It's 60 years since the first edition of the Bathurst 1000 — to mark the anniversary, take a look back at some of the most famous — and infamous moments in the history of the Great Race. ⌘ Read more
Why Australia's solar power cacophony is in desperate need of a storage 'maestro'
Around Australia, records are tumbling as rooftop solar production soars to new highs. Experts say the trend is pushing the grid to its limits and highlighting the urgent need for storage. ⌘ Read more
In the blistering heat, a rescue mission is taking place
There are just 50 southern brush-tailed rock wallabies left in the wild. These are the people fighting to save them. ⌘ Read more
Russian missile attack in eastern Ukraine kills 10-year-old boy and his grandmother
A Russian missile attack has killed a 10-year-old boy and his grandmother in the north-eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, as villagers gather to mourn the victims of the missile strike that killed 52 people in the village of Hroza. ⌘ Read more
What 'nuclear pervert' Putin's latest missile threats could mean for humanity
The Russian president this week revealed more details about an experimental nuclear missile. This is what we know about it, and how successful testing has been so far. ⌘ Read more
Do you know what to do if your child has a fever? Here's the truth behind the myths
It's the middle of the night and your child's temperature is spiking. Do you reach for a washcloth to cool them down? Give them medication? Or call a doctor? Take our quiz and find out if you are doing it correctly. ⌘ Read more
This whistleblower says a paedophile politician could have been stopped before he committed crimes
Gillian Sneddon helped put paedophile politician Milton Orkopoulos in jail but she believes police missed opportunities to investigate before he committed more crimes. ⌘ Read more
One vaccine, two viruses: COVID and flu combination shot progresses to phase 3 trials
Wouldn't it be handy if we could be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 with a single shot? Early clinical trials indicate that could be possible in a few years. ⌘ Read more
The bitter politics and hypocrisy of the Voice debate will mark it as yet another ugly chapter in Australia's history
After many months of bitter debate about the Voice, an address to the National Press Club this week reminds us that we are back at a point where it seems that, no matter what the truth may be, we will not let it lead to any change, writes Laura Tingle. ⌘ Read more
Blues hand struggling Bulldogs another AFLW loss
The Western Bulldogs remain winless after six rounds, as Carlton score a comfortable 19-point win at Whitten Oval to move up the ladder. ⌘ Read more
Judge dismisses charges against Nine News reporter accused of impersonating police officer
Georgie Dickerson had pleaded not guilty to allegations she told a service station supervisor she was from NT Police in order to obtain CCTV footage for a news story. ⌘ Read more
Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi  awarded 2023 Nobel Peace Prize
Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Price for "for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran". ⌘ Read more
Kostecki takes provisional pole for Bathurst 1000 after chaotic qualifying session
Supercars Championship leader Brodie Kostecki puts in a flawless qualifying session to claim provisional pole for the Bathurst 1000 at Mount Panorama. ⌘ Read more
No disciplinary action taken against Veronica Nelson's lawyer
A complaint and investigation into the conduct of a lawyer engaged to assist Aboriginal woman Veronica Nelson has been closed, with no disciplinary action taken. ⌘ Read more
Ex-premier Mark McGowan joins Joe Hockey's consultancy firm, alongside multiple new resources jobs
Months after his shock resignation from politics, Mr McGowan's new jobs include advisory and consultancy roles in mining. ⌘ Read more
Mother who left 3-year-old daughter in hot car for five hours sentenced for manslaughter
Laura Rose Peverill will be eligible for parole in less than two years after being jailed for the 2020 manslaughter of Rylee Rose Black, who was left in a car for five hours. ⌘ Read more
Sato Kilman ousted as Vanuatu's prime minister
Vanuatu has its third prime minister in a month, electing former leader Charlot Salwai to the top job after its parliament voted to boot out current leader Sato Kilman through a no-confidence motion. ⌘ Read more
'Super predator': New study shows animals fear humans more than lions
Lions have long been seen as one of the world's most fearsome predators, but according to a new study, wildlife's fear of humans surpasses that of the big cats. ⌘ Read more
All the latest COVID-19 case numbers from around Australia
Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week. ⌘ Read more
Cruise ship detours 200 kilometres to rescue Brisbane man clinging to row boat
The 24-year-old's distress beacon was activated about 5pm on Thursday after the boat was damaged. ⌘ Read more
Emergency services responding to possible plane crash north of Canberra
Emergency services are called to a reported plane crash outside Gundaroo, a small town north of Canberra. ⌘ Read more
'Every parent's worst nightmare': WA Premier breaks silence on alleged rape of girl at children's hospital
Roger Cook speaks publicly for the first time about the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl at Perth Children's Hospital, saying he is confident the facility is now safe. ⌘ Read more
GP sentenced for forging opioid prescriptions for personal use
The South Australian registrar forged more than 40 prescriptions over the course of more than a year, breaching the trust of his colleagues and jeopardising public faith in the healthcare system. ⌘ Read more
Forensic investigator ordered to pay $350,000 for defaming Lloyd Rayney loses appeal
A forensic investigator who was found to have defamed former Perth barrister Lloyd Rayney by suggesting he "murdered his wife and got away with it" fails in an appeal against the ruling. ⌘ Read more